Southwest Ranches is a small rural town of 7,607 residents (2020 census, per en.wikipedia.org; read September 24, 2026) on the eastern edge of the Everglades, about 22 miles northwest of Miami. Incorporated in 2000 to resist annexation and preserve a semirural lifestyle, it consists of three non-contiguous areas and is defined by large estate lots, horse ranches, and strict limits on commercial development. The town promotes its equestrian identity with more than 100 miles of horse trails and annual equestrian events.
The median listing price in Southwest Ranches is $3,000,000.
Top places in Southwest Ranches
Equestrian trail network
Southwest Ranches Nature Preserve
Southwest Ranches Equestrian Center
Sunshine Ranches and Rolling Oaks
Nearby Weston Town Center (~15 minutes west).
Nearby Sawgrass Mills (~15 minutes northwest).
Nearby Markham Park (Sunrise) for mountain biking and model airplane fields.
Commuting from Southwest Ranches
Typical drive to downtown Miami: approximately 40–55 minutes (approximate; about 22 miles northwest of Miami via I-75; longer in rush-hour traffic).
Schools in Southwest Ranches
Public schools: Broward County Public Schools. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Southwest Ranches FAQs
What is the housing market like in Southwest Ranches, FL? The median listing price in Southwest Ranches is $3,000,000. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 2026
How is the commute from Southwest Ranches, FL? Typical drive to downtown Miami: approximately 40–55 minutes (approximate; about 22 miles northwest of Miami via I-75; longer in rush-hour traffic).
Which school district serves Southwest Ranches, FL? Southwest Ranches is served by Broward County Public Schools. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
