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Windmill Ranch Estates
If you're thinking about living in Weston, you certainly need to check out Windmill Ranch Estates. It's guard gated estate homes on lots of an acre or more, with equestrian privileges.
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Welcome to Windmill Ranch Estates
So, Windmill Ranch Estates is in the Windmill Ranch part of Weston, where the first Arvida homes in the city went up back in 1984. There are 281 single family homes in here, on streets like Paddock Road, Surrey Lane and Derby Lane.
The lots are big, the typical one is close to an acre and a half, and the homes are big too, from around 4,200 square feet up to over 12,000, with a median of about 7,200. The county shows homes going up from the late 1980s to 2013, so you'll see everything from original estates to newer custom builds.
It's guard gated, and listings in here mention equestrian privileges, so this is one of the places in Weston where you can have the land and the horses. If that's what you're after, you certainly need to check out Windmill Ranch Estates.
Windmill Ranch Estates at a glance
The quick version. Of course, I always suggest you verify schools, dues and taxes for the specific address.
Inside the community
Homes in Windmill Ranch Estates by size
| Home size | Homes | Built | Median sq ft | Sales since Jan 2025 | Median sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Under 2,000 sq ft | 1 | 1993 | 0 | 0 | Too few to quote |
| 3,000 to 3,999 sq ft | 7 | 1986 to 1988 | 3,888 | 0 | Too few to quote |
| 4,000 sq ft and up | 273 | 1987 to 2014 | 7,258 | 13 | $3.75M |
Single family homes, build years and living area: Broward County Property Appraiser records in the Florida Department of Revenue statewide parcel file. Sales: qualified sales recorded January 2025 through June 2026, median shown where there were five or more. Compiled by Anthony Spitaleri.
Recent sales
What's been selling in Windmill Ranch Estates
So, these numbers come from county records, which only show qualified sales and run a few months behind. If you want the full picture, including what's under contract right now, reach out to me and I'll pull it from the MLS for you.
Working with me
What it's like to work with me in Windmill Ranch Estates
If you're buying, I'm going to know the neighborhoods, what homes have actually sold for, and what's coming up next, including homes that aren't on the market yet. When something fits what you're looking for, I'll reach out to you directly so you can see it early.
If you're selling, we'll talk through how you want to bring your home to market, whether that's publicly right away or more privately first. Either way, I'm going to make sure the right buyers see it, and I'll keep you updated the whole way.
On the market
Homes for sale in Windmill Ranch Estates
A few things I found
Windmill Ranch Estates trivia
The first Arvida homes in Weston were finished in 1984 in Windmill Ranch and Country Isles.
The streets carry horse names, Paddock, Surrey, Derby, Hackney and Walkers Way.
You have to be on the gate list before you show up, even for a showing.
Questions I get
Windmill Ranch Estates FAQ
Is Windmill Ranch Estates gated?
Yes. Windmill Ranch Estates is guard gated 24 hours, and visitors need to be on the gate list.
How many homes are in Windmill Ranch Estates?
County records show 281 single family homes.
What do homes in Windmill Ranch Estates sell for?
County records show 13 qualified sales since January 2025 with a median of $3,750,000. Most sold somewhere between about $2.6 million and $5.1 million, depending on the home and the size of the lot.
Can you have horses in Windmill Ranch Estates?
Listings in Windmill Ranch Estates mention equestrian privileges. I always suggest you check the association rules for the specific lot.
What schools are homes in Windmill Ranch Estates zoned for?
School assignments in Weston depend on the address, so I always suggest you check the specific address on the Broward County Public Schools locator, because boundaries can change.
Is there an HOA in Windmill Ranch Estates?
Yes, the Windmill Ranch Estates Maintenance Association. I always suggest you look at the HOA disclosure on the home you're interested in.
Thinking about Windmill Ranch Estates?
Let's grab a coffee and talk Windmill Ranch Estates.
If you own here, I'm happy to put together an equity report for your home based on actual sales in Windmill Ranch Estates. If you're buying, I'll show you which neighborhoods make sense for you and send you homes as they come up. And let me know your coffee of choice.
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Anthony Spitaleri, Broker Associate, REALTOR®, Coldwell Banker Realty, 2690 Weston Road, Suite 101, Weston, FL 33331. License BK3281907. Information is believed accurate but not guaranteed. Verify school assignments, flood zones, association requirements and taxes for any specific property.