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Coral Springs, FL

Coral Springs is located in the southern area of Florida near the Florida Keys and Miami. It's a popular spot for those who retire to the state, families, and students who want to enjoy spring break on the beach. The city has been rated as one of the Best Places to Live in the United States and features numerous activities for all ages to enjoy.

When you're in Coral Springs, you'll usually experience high humidity and warm temperatures. Even the winter months are mild with little to no snow. Summer months deliver temperatures in the 90s with frequent storms in the afternoons and evenings. Hurricanes are also a possibility during the summer season, which is something that you need to keep in mind as there are times when residents are asked to evacuate if a hurricane could cause significant damage.

There are very few skyscrapers in Coral Springs. Instead, you'll see small offices and a lot of homes. Codes designate that buildings are to be no taller than 12 stories, including apartment buildings and hotels. The Country Club Tower and the Preferred Exchange Tower are the tallest buildings in the city, reaching right to the 12-story limit. Several small neighborhoods make up Coral Springs due to the city being considered a planned community. When you're walking through these small neighborhoods, such as those along Coral Ridge Drive, you'll notice that the houses tend to have their own personalities. It's also common to see bright colors on the exterior of homes and a few odd displays in front yards, such as flamingos that are decorated with Christmas lights in the winter.

Even though Coral Springs is a smaller city than some in the area, there are still over 30,000 children who attend public and private schools. The facilities are part of the Broward County School System. Students will usually attend one of the 12 elementary schools, four middle schools, or three high schools in the city unless they are homeschooled.

The unemployment rate in the city is lower than the national average. There are several employment opportunities to choose from depending on what you like to do including restaurant service, healthcare, and retail. The summer months often allow for more jobs along the coast and in the hotels due to more tourists. Homes are a bit higher than the national average with some houses worth millions of dollars.

When you're out in the city at night, you'll see clubs come alive with dancing, music, and drinks. The Center for the Arts is an option if you enjoy a quiet atmosphere. Parks in the city feature soccer fields and tennis courts as well as playground equipment for children. If you don't want to drive in Coral Springs, you can use the Broward County Transit service. Coral Springs is a city full of sunshine and adventure for you to enjoy from the early morning hours to late at night.