Margate, FL 55+ Active Adult Retirement Communities

Margate is located about halfway between the larger cities of Fort Lauderdale and Boca Raton. 55 plus communities in Margate offer a variety of amenities and features for active adults. There are also several nearby golf courses, casinos, and outdoor recreational options. With Fort Lauderdale only ten miles away residents have easy access to large city amenities, including a multitude of choices for dining, shopping, and relaxing.

Climate

Margate is in a tropical rainforest climate zone with hot and humid weather throughout most of the year. The area sees about 10 inches of rain per year, much of it falling during the month of August. Winter temperatures average from 63° to 73°. Summer in Margate is hot and humid with summer temperatures averaging 82° to 88° and 75% humidity.

Recreation, Culture & Entertainment

Like many areas of Florida, Margate has a variety of beaches and seaside activities for active adults to enjoy. There are several other types of attractions nearby including:

Golfing

• • Oriole Golf Club
  • Carolina Club Golf Course
  • Eagle Lakes Golf Course

Outdoor spaces

• • Fern Forest Nature Center
  • Lake Margate
  • Cypress Greenway Bicycle Path

Attractions

• • Calypso Cove Aquatic Facility
  • Butterfly World
  • Seminole Casino Coconut Creek

Cost of Living & Taxes

Florida is a popular retirement spot partially because of the state’s tax structure. Florida has no income tax, or estate tax. There is a 5.5% corporate income tax and property taxes can be high. There are several exemptions for seniors and low-income residents that can reduce the property tax burden. Property taxes and sales taxes vary by location, the property tax for Margate is 1.1% of assessed property fair market value. Greenacres sales tax is 7% which includes the 6% sales tax plus a 1% Broward County tax.

Health Care

There are three hospitals in the Margate area which are rated as high performing by U.S. News and World Reports. HCA Florida Northwest Hospital has 289 beds and has been recognized by Healthgrades with 15 different awards from Healthgrades. Broward Health Coral Springs has 250 beds and features over 50 medical specialties. HCA Florida Woodmont Hospital has 317 beds and has been recognized for the work in orthopedics and behavioral health care.