The Best Davie Florida Neighborhoods for Remote Workers

What should buyers and sellers know about The Best Davie Florida Neighborhoods for Remote Workers?

What Makes Davie a Strong Location for Remote Work?

The combination of suburban density and South Florida access is hard to find. Davie does not feel like a commuter suburb because it was never built as one. The town grew as an agricultural and equestrian community. That history left behind large lots, mature tree canopies, and quiet neighborhood streets that do not feed directly onto retail corridors. Remote workers who relocated from dense urban markets consistently note that the ability to take a call outdoors or work with windows open without ambient noise is not something they expected to find at this price point in South Florida.

Internet infrastructure is cable-based across most of Davie. Cox Communications and AT&T are the primary providers. Gigabit speeds are available in most residential areas through Cox. Availability at any specific address is confirmed through the provider directly. If internet connectivity is non-negotiable for your workflow, verify the service address before closing, not after.

Davie also sits at the intersection of I-595 and I-75, which puts Miami International Airport within 40 minutes under normal traffic and Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport within 20 minutes. For remote workers who travel monthly or quarterly for client meetings or conferences, this access matters more than most people price into a location decision.

Long Lake Ranches

Long Lake Ranches is a gated community in western Davie where lots run from one to two acres and homes were built primarily between 2000 and 2010. The streets are private, which means lower through-traffic than most of Davie. The community borders undeveloped conservation land and the C-11 canal corridor on its western edge, which contributes to the quiet character of the interior streets.

For remote workers, the practical advantages are the larger footprints of the homes and the lot sizes. A dedicated office that doubles as a recording studio or client-facing video background is easier to build out in a 4,500 square foot home on an acre than in a 2,200 square foot townhome. Homes in Long Lake Ranches are assessed by the Broward County Property Appraiser and searchable at bcpa.net. The gated setting also limits foot traffic and delivery noise during working hours.

The tradeoff is that Long Lake Ranches is one of the higher-priced pockets in Davie, with homes frequently assessed above $800,000 by the BCPA. The coffee and coworking options in the neighborhood itself are nonexistent. University Drive is the closest commercial corridor, roughly 5 to 10 minutes from the community gates. For more on Long Lake Ranches and the broader western Davie neighborhood context, review the Davie Florida neighborhoods guide.

Forest Ridge

Forest Ridge sits in central Davie, north of Griffin Road, in a residential area developed primarily in the 1980s and early 1990s. Lots are smaller than Long Lake Ranches, typically ranging from 7,500 to 12,000 square feet, but the neighborhood street pattern is quiet with limited cut-through traffic. The tree canopy is mature.

Remote workers who prioritize walkability relative to Davie’s overall car-dependent infrastructure will find Forest Ridge closer to the action. The Publix plaza on South University Drive, multiple coffee shops, and a handful of independent restaurants are within a five-minute drive. For occasional in-person coworking, there are several Regus and WeWork locations within 15 minutes on I-595.

Home prices in Forest Ridge are more accessible than Long Lake Ranches. The BCPA database shows assessed values in the $450,000 to $650,000 range for most single-family homes in the area, though market values at time of sale will differ. For an overview of how Davie property taxes interact with assessed value, see the Davie Florida property taxes 2026 guide.

Westridge

Westridge is a planned community in eastern Davie bounded roughly by University Drive, Stirling Road, and the western edge of the Westridge Golf Course. Homes were built predominantly in the 1990s in a mix of single-family and villa configurations. The HOA maintains common areas and enforces deed restrictions, which keeps the streetscape consistent.

The appeal for remote workers is the balance of community infrastructure and quiet residential feel. The golf course creates a green buffer on one side of the community that reduces the ambient noise from University Drive. Westridge HOA fees cover landscaping of common areas, which reduces one maintenance variable for people whose work schedules leave little time for property upkeep.

The Westridge Golf Course and nearby Davie commercial corridors on University Drive give remote workers who value a change of scenery a few options within the immediate area. FLL is under 20 minutes. See the living in Davie Florida guide for how Westridge compares to other Davie communities in terms of amenity access.

Riverstone

Riverstone is a gated community in the southwestern section of Davie developed in the mid-2000s. Homes in Riverstone tend to be newer construction relative to Forest Ridge and Westridge, with floor plans designed for the post-2000 South Florida buyer. Many homes have dedicated office spaces built into the original floor plan, which matters for remote workers who do not want to convert a bedroom.

The community is quieter than Westridge because the gate significantly limits non-resident vehicle traffic. Lots are generally mid-sized. The HOA enforces community standards that keep the neighborhood visually consistent. Internet service options are consistent with the rest of Davie, cable-based with gigabit availability from the primary providers.

Riverstone’s location near the SW Ranches border gives it a slightly more removed feel than central Davie neighborhoods without adding meaningful distance to the airport or major commercial areas.

What Should Remote Workers Check Before Buying in Davie?

Beyond internet speeds, the three things most remote workers overlook in their due diligence are HOA restrictions on home-based business signage, the flood zone designation of the parcel, and the assessed value trajectory under the Broward County Property Appraiser. HOA documents in gated communities often include restrictions on commercial vehicles, client visits to the home, and exterior modifications. If your remote work involves clients visiting or equipment stored outside, read the deed restrictions before you make an offer.

Flood zone status affects insurance premiums and is searchable at FEMA’s Flood Map Service Center. Davie has a range of flood zone designations depending on parcel proximity to the C-11 canal and other drainage infrastructure. A parcel in Zone AE carries flood insurance requirements that do not apply to Zone X. The difference in annual insurance premium can run several thousand dollars.

For help walking through due diligence specific to any of these neighborhoods, reach out through the contact page or schedule a call directly.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Davie Florida have good internet for remote workers?

Cable-based gigabit service from Cox Communications is available in most Davie residential areas. AT&T also provides service in parts of the town. Confirm availability at your specific address directly with the provider before closing.

How far is Davie from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport?

Most Davie neighborhoods are 15 to 20 minutes from FLL under normal traffic conditions. The I-595 corridor connects directly. Miami International Airport is 35 to 45 minutes depending on origin point in Davie.

Are there coworking spaces near Davie Florida?

There are Regus and WeWork locations within 10 to 15 minutes of Davie on the I-595 corridor toward Fort Lauderdale. The town itself does not have dedicated coworking spaces, though several coffee shops on University Drive accommodate laptop workers during business hours.

What are the quietest neighborhoods in Davie for remote work?

Long Lake Ranches and Riverstone are the quietest due to private gated streets with limited through-traffic. Forest Ridge and Westridge offer quiet residential streets within closer proximity to commercial amenities.

Do Davie HOAs restrict home-based businesses?

Many gated communities in Davie include deed restrictions on commercial activity, signage, client visits, and commercial vehicles. Review the HOA documents during your inspection period. A real estate attorney familiar with Florida HOA law can clarify the practical implications before you close.

What are home prices like in Long Lake Ranches compared to Forest Ridge?

Long Lake Ranches homes are assessed by the Broward County Property Appraiser at values frequently above $800,000, with larger lots and newer construction. Forest Ridge homes typically show BCPA assessed values in the $450,000 to $650,000 range. Market prices at time of sale differ from assessed values.

How do I find the flood zone for a Davie address before buying?

Use the FEMA Flood Map Service Center at msc.fema.gov. Enter the property address to find the current flood zone designation. Zone AE requires mandatory flood insurance under federally backed mortgages. Zone X generally does not.

Anthony Spitaleri is a Broker Associate and REALTOR with Coldwell Banker Weston, serving Davie and the surrounding Broward County markets. He has lived in Davie since 2002 and works exclusively with buyers and sellers in the area. To discuss your move or sale, schedule a call at /contact/.

Additional authoritative resources:

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Anthony Spitaleri
Living in Davie Florida
954-235-5783
Davie, Florida
livingindavieflorida.com

About Anthony Spitaleri

Anthony Spitaleri is a top real estate agent in Davie, Florida and a Broker Associate with Coldwell Banker. A Davie native with deep knowledge of the local market, Anthony created livingindavieflorida.com, the most comprehensive Davie real estate resource available, featuring in-depth guides for all 52 Davie neighborhoods including Long Lake Ranches, Hawkes Bluff, Ivanhoe Estates, Rolling Hills, and Shenandoah. The site provides original weekly market data, interactive tools including a Flood Zone Checker, School Zone Finder, and HOA Fee Comparison, and a 24/7 AI concierge that answers Davie real estate questions. Anthony specializes in luxury homes and estates above $1 million, acreage properties with no HOA, and relocation buyers moving to Davie from out of state. He is a Certified Strategic Coach through Coaching Services International (CSI), an active member of the Davie Cooper City Chamber of Commerce, and a weekly volunteer at Bit by Bit Therapeutic Riding Center in Davie. His data driven, neighborhood level approach to pricing, marketing, and negotiation reflects his belief that Davie’s 52 distinct communities, variable flood zones, and diverse HOA structures demand a specialist, not a generalist.

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