Plantation, FL also called the "Green City", was founded in 1953 and has today a population of about 100,000 residents and is well known for its recreational areas, golf courses, parks and has never lost its "home-town" charm. It still offers all the amenities of a larger city and is also home to some major corporations and hospitals. Downtown Fort Lauderdale and its beaches is only a 20 minute drive away and quick access to three major highways, make it easy to commute to other places in the tri-county area. There is a variety of homes for sale in Plantation and the market caters to buyers for condos, townhouses and single family homes. Plantation is well known for areas with homes on larger, spacious lots and "room to breathe." Buyers can find homes without governing homeowners associations which are ideal for boat - RV - or motorcycle owners. Plantation is without a doubt one of the best places to live in Broward County