How to Find the Best Real Estate Agent in MERRICK SQUARE, Pembroke Pines
In MERRICK SQUARE, recent sales run a median of about $697,625 ($373.92/sq ft), typically closing in about 48.5 days — so accurate local pricing and comparable-sales knowledge are what separate a strong MERRICK SQUARE agent from an average one.
MERRICK SQUARE recorded 18 closings in the last 12 months at a median of $697,625, averaging 48 days on market — the numbers any agent you interview here should already know. This guide covers what makes a great MERRICK SQUARE real estate agent, the questions to ask before you hire, the current MERRICK SQUARE market in detail, and how to connect with a proven local expert. See the MERRICK SQUARE neighborhood guide for homes and lifestyle.
What makes a great real estate agent in MERRICK SQUARE
The best MERRICK SQUARE agents share four things: local sales experience (they’ve actually closed deals here), pricing accuracy built on real comps, marketing that reaches the right buyers, and negotiation that protects your money. In MERRICK SQUARE, homes sell in a median of about 48.5 days, a balanced pace where pricing and presentation both matter, and values are up about 0.5% over the past year.
That local nuance is why a MERRICK SQUARE specialist beats a generalist: they know the streets, the HOAs, the school zones, and what buyers here will and won’t pay for.
Recent market activity in MERRICK SQUARE
A great agent works from data, not guesswork. Here’s the current snapshot for MERRICK SQUARE (from Momentum’s MLS data, as of 2026-08-10):
Market read: statewide-v2. Use these numbers to pressure-test any agent you interview — a true local will know them cold.
Recent sales in MERRICK SQUARE
Real homes recently closed in MERRICK SQUARE — the kind of comps a great local agent prices from:
| Address | Details | Sold |
|---|---|---|
| 17180 Sw 2Nd Circle | 4 bd / 3 ba · 1,932 sqft · closed 2026-03-06 | $700,500 |
| 17164 Sw 2Nd Circle | 4 bd / 3 ba · 1,932 sqft · closed 2026-01-23 | $704,000 |
| 17116 Sw 2Nd Circle | 4 bd / 3 ba · 1,932 sqft · closed 2025-12-18 | $714,000 |
| 17156 Sw 2Nd Circle | 4 bd / 3 ba · 1,962 sqft · closed 2025-11-05 | $778,000 |
| 17143 Sw 2Nd Circle | 3 bd / 2.5 ba · 1,738 sqft · closed 2025-10-27 | $696,250 |
| 17151 Sw 2 Circle | 4 bd / 3 ba · 1,932 sqft · closed 2025-10-24 | $725,000 |
All listings featuring the BMLS logo are provided by BeachesMLS, Inc. This information is not verified for authenticity or accuracy and is not guaranteed. Copyright © 2026 BeachesMLS, Inc. Recent closed sales shown for market context.
Where MERRICK SQUARE sales actually landed, 2024–2026
Of the 96 recorded MERRICK SQUARE closings since 2024, half landed between $670,742 and $706,115 (the middle two quartiles); the lowest recorded sale was $639,000 and the highest $778,000. If your home sits outside the middle band, the reason usually shows up in the size table below before it shows up in condition.
| Sold price band | Share of closings | Sales |
|---|---|---|
| Under $650,000 | 9 (9%) | |
| $650,000 – $683,333 | 33 (34%) | |
| $683,333 – $716,667 | 38 (40%) | |
| $716,667 – $750,000 | 13 (14%) | |
| None and up | 3 (3%) |
What homes of your size have sold for in MERRICK SQUARE
The same recorded closings, split into thirds by living area. Find the row your home falls in: the $/sqft figure times your square footage is the recorded-sales bracket for homes like yours here — a starting range from real closings, not a valuation of your specific property. Smaller homes here have been selling at a higher price per square foot than larger ones ($383 vs $370) — the usual pattern, since lot, kitchen and baths do not scale with floor area.
| Size group | Median $/sqft | Median sold | Sold range | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smaller homes 1,738–1,860 sq ft | $383 | $669,000 | $639,000 – $714,000 | 32 |
| Mid-size homes 1,860–1,932 sq ft | $360 | $682,745 | $649,000 – $709,000 | 32 |
| Larger homes 1,932–1,992 sq ft | $370 | $715,370 | $670,990 – $778,000 | 32 |
How MERRICK SQUARE compares to its neighbors
Pricing a home means knowing the alternatives buyers are weighing. The five nearest tracked communities, side by side:
| Community | Median | $/sq ft | DOM | Momentum Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MERRICK SQUARE | $697,625 | $373.92 | 48.5 d | – |
| The Preserve at Chapel Trail | $800,000 | $317 | 37 d | 52 |
| Pembroke Isles | $600,000 | $343 | 45 d | 69 |
| Silver Lakes | $695,000 | $327 | 66 d | 58 |
| The Preserve at Walnut Creek | $305,000 | $339 | 72 d | 51 |
| Pembroke Pines Regional | $628,250 | $277.63 | 79.5 d | – |
Momentum Score is Momentum Realty’s proprietary 0-100 community market rating. Figures from Momentum’s MLS data, as of 2026-08-10.
The MERRICK SQUARE housing stock, from the live feed
From the live MLS feed as of 2026-09-03: The homes listed or recently sold were built between 2024 and 2025 (median 2024), 2 of them new construction; 15 of 15 listed or recently sold homes report an HOA, median $142/mo; 4 of 11 geocoded listed or recently sold homes sit inside a FEMA special flood hazard zone (A/V), which buyers’ lenders will price into insurance; median elevation 7 ft; the features listings here most often name are Clubhouse, Pool, Fitness Center and Playground. See the current MERRICK SQUARE listings →
Which way this market is moving
Active inventory across Broward County has fallen over the past year (-14%). About 20% of county listings currently carry a price cut, which tells you how much negotiating room the average seller has already conceded. A strong local agent will reconcile these numbers with what is happening on your exact street before recommending a price.
What it costs to own in MERRICK SQUARE
On a median-priced MERRICK SQUARE home ($697,625), property taxes at Broward County’s typical millage of 19.8427 run roughly $12,851 a year with the homestead exemption applied — before any CDD or special-district charges, which vary by community.
The average Citizens Property Insurance premium in Broward County is about $1,561 a year (April 2026 filings); private-market quotes differ, and a good agent will tell you which carriers are actually writing here.
Run the real numbers before you commit: what selling nets you, whether your Save Our Homes benefit moves with you, and rent vs buy in Broward County.
At MERRICK SQUARE’s $697,625 median and Broward County’s adopted 19.84 mills (FY2025-26), a home assessed at that price carries roughly $13,840 a year in property tax before exemptions, or about $13,010 with the full Florida homestead exemption — a buyer’s first-year figure; a long-time owner’s Save Our Homes cap can be far lower, which is one reason resale taxes jump at closing. Municipal and special-district millage varies inside the county; see the Broward County tax page.
Rents and the investor math
Typical asking rent across Broward County sits near $2,498 a month (Zillow’s rent index). Rents are moving about 1.3% year over year. County-level yield math pencils to roughly a 7.04% cap rate on typical numbers, before expenses. Home prices run about 5.71x the county’s median household income, the affordability backdrop every buyer here negotiates inside. If you are weighing an investment purchase in MERRICK SQUARE, ask your agent for community-level rent comps rather than county averages — the spread between communities is wide.
Who is moving to Broward County, and what they earn
The county lost a net 13,129 people in the latest IRS county-migration year. Households moving IN average $90,662 in income versus $75,372 for those moving out — movers arriving here earn more than those leaving, which shapes what sellers can ask and what buyers compete against. The biggest out-of-state feeder markets are NY, NJ, CA. Median household income in Broward County has grown about 30% since 2018 ($74,534 now). Population is up about 2% over the same stretch. An agent who knows these flows can tell you which way demand in MERRICK SQUARE is actually pointing, not just where prices have been.
Sources: IRS SOI county-to-county migration; U.S. Census income and population estimates. County-level data for context; community demand varies within the county.
School context you can verify: the Broward County school district earned a district grade of A from the Florida Department of Education (2025-26) and has held an A since 2024. Attendance zones vary by address, so confirm the zoned schools for any specific home with the district.
2 for sale · 1 pending — the inventory any agent you interview should already know street by street.
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All listings featuring the BMLS logo are provided by BeachesMLS, Inc. This information is not verified for authenticity or accuracy and is not guaranteed. Copyright © 2026 BeachesMLS, Inc. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Listings shown as of 2026-09-05; prices and availability change.
If you’re buying in MERRICK SQUARE
MERRICK SQUARE is balanced enough that discipline wins: set your ceiling before you tour, use inspections seriously, and lean on your agent’s comps rather than list prices. Negotiate concessions where the data supports it.
If you’re selling in MERRICK SQUARE
In a balanced MERRICK SQUARE market, accurate pricing plus presentation beats gamesmanship. Ask prospective listing agents to walk through their comp selection — how they price is how they will defend your price to an appraiser.
Questions to ask before you hire a MERRICK SQUARE agent
- How many homes have you sold in or near MERRICK SQUARE in the last year — the community recorded 18?
- How would you price my home against the $374 per square foot MERRICK SQUARE closings have averaged — and the size-band table above?
- Homes here have been taking about 48 days to go under contract — what is your plan for the first two weeks?
- How do you handle negotiations, inspections, and appraisal gaps?
- How and how often will you communicate with me?
- Can you share recent client references?
Why community expertise matters in MERRICK SQUARE
Inside MERRICK SQUARE itself, recorded closings have run from $383 per square foot on the smaller homes to $370 on the larger ones — a gap of 4% that a community average hides. An agent who prices from the size table above, not the headline median, is the difference between a home that lingers and one that sells for more, faster.
Top listing agents vs. buyer’s agents in MERRICK SQUARE
If you’re selling in MERRICK SQUARE, a top listing agent’s pricing, staging, and marketing are what win top dollar — the same skills behind a strong home sale. If you’re buying, a sharp buyer’s agent protects you in negotiation and inspections. The best MERRICK SQUARE Realtors do both well; ask any agent you interview which side they’re strongest on and how they’d handle yours.
Meet your local expert
Brittany co-founded Momentum Realty, a RealTrends 500 brokerage (ranked #440 in the U.S.) with 320+ agents and $3.5B+ in closed sales across Florida. Tell her what you’re looking for and she’ll connect you with the right local Momentum specialist — and make sure you’re taken care of from first call to closing.
“I have now worked with Brittany and the Brooks Group / Momentum Realty to both buy and sell a property over the past 3 years. I had an outstanding experience.” — A. Lloyd, Zillow
Related MERRICK SQUARE resources
- Homes for sale & MERRICK SQUARE neighborhood guide
- Broward County real estate market
- Sell your MERRICK SQUARE home with a local expert
- Broward County homestead exemption
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Market figures are aggregates from Momentum Realty’s MLS data for MERRICK SQUARE, as of 2026-08-10, and will change over time. This is general guidance on how to choose an agent, not a ranking or endorsement of any individual. Equal Housing Opportunity.