Park Haven offers a peaceful atmosphere with easy access to nearby parks located in surrounding neighborhoods. The neighborhood features a variety of housing options, including two and three bedroom single detached homes and large apartment buildings built primarily around 1982. Residents will find convenient access to nearby schools, both public and private, ensuring educational options abound within short distances. A variety of dining choices and grocery stores are available close by, adding to the convenience of daily errands. Major highways are quickly accessible by car from most locations, enhancing connectivity for commuting and trips beyond the neighborhood’s boundaries.
The character of Park Haven is exemplified by its slower-paced atmosphere. This part of the city is reasonably quiet, as there are usually low levels of noise from traffic - however some areas can be quite noisy, especially near I-95. Finally, although this area does not contain any green spaces, green spaces are especially well-spread out in nearby neighborhoods, which results in them being easy to reach from the majority of locations within Park Haven.
Parks, schools, dining, and what makes this neighborhood special
Bravo Supermarket, located at the corner of NE 48th Street and Dixie Highway just a couple miles east of Park Haven, is a beloved locally‑owned grocery spot serving the South Florida area for over 30 years, offering fresh produce and pantry essentials within easy walking or driving distance from the neighborhood.
Situated along Dixie Highway near Park Haven, Au‑Bon‑Gout brings authentic Haitian flavors to the neighborhood, famous for its griot (marinated and fried pork shoulder) and offering a flavorful, casual dining experience popular with locals.
Park Ridge Elementary, serving Park Haven residents, is a neighborhood public school within walking distance, known for its gardening club and debate club and forming part of the local school options for families in the Broward County Public Schools district.
The Dixie Highway corridor forms a walkable edge along Park Haven, lined with sidewalks shaded by palms and served by Broward County Transit buses, granting residents easy access to both the Pompano Beach and Deerfield Beach Tri‑Rail stations approximately three miles away.
Highland Pines, a longstanding RV park community nestled within Park Haven between FAU Research Park Boulevard and I‑95, offers over 400 year‑round RV spaces with water and sewer hookups, a community pool, and clubhouse—making it a unique, active‑lifestyle enclave within the neighborhood.
Things to do, events, and what's happening this month
Join this meaningful environmental event to help keep your local beach and marine life clean—perfect for residents who enjoy diving or want to support ocean conservation right in Deerfield Beach.
View event details →A free, family‑friendly community gathering celebrating culture and history with live entertainment and food—an enriching local event within walking or short drive distance of Park Haven.
View event details →A small, creative library activity for kids (ages 4+) to make a special craft for Dad—ideal for local families looking for a low‑cost, nearby outing.
View event details →A fun and engaging morning of songs, stories and bubbles for ages 3‑4—great for families with young children living in Park Haven seeking weekly local activities.
View event details →Enjoy a movie from a float under the stars with family or friends—an imaginative local evening that blends water fun and entertainment just a short drive away.
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Local characteristics and demographics for Park Haven
