Windmill Ranch Estates in Weston

Windmill Ranch
Estates

Established 1988 · Intracoastal West · ZIP 32224

Weston's guard-gated acreage and equestrian estate enclave on 1 to 4 acre lots.

Guard gated1 to 4 acre lotsEquestrian, lake views
Live Market Pulse
40/100
Momentum
Buyer-Leaning Market
Tight supply keeps sellers in control, but dated interiors still trade at a discount, so condition is where buyers win.
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Built fromLive BeachesMLS data14 years of closingsLocal renovation analysisUpdated twice daily
LiveMarket PulseBeachesMLS
$2.75M
Median Price
17.1mo
Supply
108days
Avg DOM
Soft
Seller Leverage
$638/sf
Median $/Sqft
-6%
1-Yr Price Change
0now
Distress
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

"Windmill Ranch Estates is one of Weston's premier guard-gated estate enclaves, a low-density community of custom homes on roughly one to four acre lots, many of them waterfront, with an equestrian center and stables and room for horses. The read is land and scarcity: in a built-out, master-planned city like Weston, large private acreage with horse rights is rare, and that scarcity, plus custom, often very large homes, sets the floor. The buy hinges on the lot (dry, usable acreage, water frontage, and equestrian setup) and an honest read of a big custom home's condition and carrying costs, not the headline number."

Jon Brooks, founder, Momentum Realty · Updated June 2026

The 60-Second Overview

Windmill Ranch Estates market snapshot (as of June 13, 2026): the median sale price is about $2.8M ($638 per sq ft), with homes averaging 108 days on market and 17.1 months of supply, a buyer-leaning market. Based on 7 recent closings in live BeachesMLS data.

Windmill Ranch Estates is a private, guard-gated estate community in Weston (ZIP 33331), Broward County, known for large custom homes on spacious lots and a horse-friendly setting. Lot sizes commonly run from about one to four acres, and many properties are waterfront with lake views (Windmill Ranch Estates community profiles).

Homes are custom built across a wide range of sizes, reportedly from roughly 2,500 square feet to well over 15,000, with three to nine bedrooms and large garages; most have a pool. The community's defining feature is space: room for horses, outbuildings, and privacy uncommon in a master-planned city.

The community includes an equestrian center with stables, and horses are permitted, which is a major draw for buyers who want acreage and an equine lifestyle within reach of Weston's schools, shopping, and I-75. Confirm current equestrian rules and facilities with the association.

Because every home is custom and lots vary so much, value is driven by the land (usable dry acreage, water frontage, and the equestrian setup) and by an honest read of a large custom home's roof, systems, and finish. Stack the home, the HOA, taxes, and insurance into one number before comparing.

Best for

  • Buyers who want large private acreage with room for horses inside a guard-gated city community
  • Buyers seeking a custom estate on a waterfront or large dry lot near top Weston schools
  • Buyers who will read the land and a big custom home's condition honestly

Probably not for

  • Buyers who want a low-maintenance, low-carrying-cost home
  • Buyers who want new construction with a builder warranty
  • Buyers who do not need acreage or equestrian rights

How Windmill Ranch Estates is performing right now

40/100
momentum
Buyer-Leaning Market
Seller's marketBalancedBuyer's market
17.1Months of supplytight
101Median days on marketdays
3 : 10Under contract vs for salestrong demand
7Sold in last 12 monthsliquidity
+127%Median price since 2012appreciation
+37%Asking vs recent sold $/sqftroom to negotiate

Tight supply and strong demand favor sellers here. Homes still take about two months to sell, though, and with asking prices running above recent sales per square foot, a prepared buyer has room on anything overpriced. Reading each home against the real comps, not the headline trend, is where the edge is.

Live from BeachesMLS, as of June 13, 2026. Refreshed twice daily. Months of supply, days on market, and the contract-to-listing ratio are computed from current Windmill Ranch Estates listings and the trailing twelve months of closed sales.

8.6A- score
Momentum intelligence
Momentum buy score

Our proprietary read on how a home in Windmill Ranch Estates buys, holds, and resells. See the five factors.

Homes For Sale Right Now in Windmill Ranch Estates

Live MLS inventory for Windmill Ranch Estates. Every active listing, what is under contract right now, and the last 12 months of closed sales, refreshed twice a day. Closed comps beat an algorithm's guess every time.

Active and pending Windmill Ranch Estates listings as of 2026-06-13, priced high to low. 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.. Tap any home to ask about it.

Listing locations from BeachesMLS; lot type inferred from listing descriptions. Destination pins are approximate. Map data © OpenStreetMap, tiles © CARTO. Flood, school, and commute overlays are on the roadmap.

The takeaway

The location is the everyday-convenience case: shopping, schools, and the major roads are all a manageable drive.

I-75 (Royal Palm Blvd / Weston Rd)~5 to 10 min · north Weston access, approximate
Weston Town Center~10 min · shopping and dining
Cleveland Clinic Weston~10 to 15 min · nearby hospital
Sawgrass Mills / Sawgrass Expressway~15 to 20 min · north
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood Int'l (FLL)~30 to 40 min · east via I-595
Fort Lauderdale beaches~35 to 45 min · east to the coast

Distances and drive times are approximate and vary with traffic. Confirm your real commute at your real departure time.

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Carrying cost · the no-CDD edge

No CDD bond means thousands less per year than newer master plans.

Typical CDD community~$2,500/yr
Windmill Ranch Estates (no CDD)$0/yr

Roughly $25,000 saved over 10 years in carrying cost, before resale.

Illustrative. NE Florida CDD assessments commonly run $1,500-$3,500+/yr and vary by community; verify per property.

Schools

15-Second Take
  • Broward County Public Schools
  • Verify the zoned schools by address
  • Magnet and choice options may be available
  • Confirm current ratings before relying on them
  • Private and parochial options nearby

Windmill Ranch Estates is served by Broward County Public Schools. Assignment is by address and can change, so confirm the exact zoned elementary, middle, and high schools for any specific home, plus any magnet or choice options. Treat published ratings as a starting point, not the full story.

Buying with schools in mind? We can confirm the exact zoned schools for any Windmill Ranch Estates address.

The takeaway

What actually shapes value at Windmill Ranch Estates, sourced and dated. We do not publish rumor.

Recent Developments in Windmill Ranch Estates

Our read on what is being built around Windmill Ranch Estates, scored for direction, significance, and how close the effect lands. The full sourced timeline follows below.

Net OutlookBullishThe defining structural fact is scarcity: large private acreage with horse rights is rare in built-out Weston, and there is little new competing inventory of this kind. The watch items are parcel-specific, the usable dry acreage, water frontage, equestrian setup, and the condition of a large custom home.

Scarce large-acreage, equestrian inventory in built-out Weston

BullishA guard-gated enclave of one to four acre custom-home lots with horse rights is rare in a master-planned city, supporting durable demand and pricing power. impact
SignificanceRadius: Community

Scarce large-acreage, equestrian inventory in built-out Weston

Custom, often very large homes

NeutralEstates reportedly run from about 2,500 to over 15,000 square feet, so condition and carrying costs vary enormously; read the specific home. impact
SignificanceRadius: On-site

Custom, often very large homes

Direction, significance, and effect-radius ratings are Momentum's proprietary, qualitative read of the sourced items below, not investment advice or a prediction for any specific home.

Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting Windmill Ranch Estates, tracked by our team and summarized from public reporting and official sources, with links to the original coverage. Last updated June 2026.

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  1. Established
    Community

    Guard-gated equestrian estate enclave in Weston

    Windmill Ranch Estates is a private, guard-gated Weston community of custom homes on roughly one to four acre lots, many waterfront, with an equestrian center and stables and horses permitted (community profiles). Treat figures as reported and confirm with the association. Why it matters: The land and the equestrian rights are the scarce asset; that scarcity, not the house alone, supports value. Source

Summaries reflect public reporting and official sources linked above as of the dates shown. Project details, timelines, and approvals can change. Commentary on potential market effects is general observation, not investment advice or a prediction for any specific property. For the freshest items across the whole region, see This Week in Northeast Florida.

If we were buying in Windmill Ranch Estates, this is the order of operations we would run, and the one we run for our clients.

1

Read the land first. Confirm the usable dry acreage, the water frontage, and the equestrian setup (stables, fencing, access), since lot quality drives value here.

2

Confirm the equestrian and HOA rules on horses, outbuildings, and use directly with the association before you write.

3

Read a big custom home's condition honestly. Roof, multiple HVAC units, pool equipment, and bespoke finishes are large line items on a 5,000-plus square foot estate.

4

Get the full carrying cost (home, HOA, taxes, insurance, and upkeep on acreage) into one number before comparing.

5

Comp on land and condition, not square footage alone, since custom estates on different lots are different markets.

Best Buy
A sound custom home on a large, usable, ideally waterfront lot with a workable equestrian setup, priced to its true condition.
Biggest Risk
Overpaying for square footage on a weaker lot, or underbudgeting the upkeep and systems of a very large custom home.
Best Lot
Waterfront and large dry, usable acreage carry a clear premium over smaller or interior lots.
Smart Timing
Because this inventory is scarce and individual, a prepared, diligence-ready buyer moves quickly on the right lot.
The takeaway

On mobile, tap any heading below to open it. This is the home by home, lot by lot, club and renovation detail, organized so you can jump straight to what matters to you.

Community Details at a Glance

Windmill Ranch Estates is a private, guard-gated estate community in Weston (33331) of custom homes on roughly one to four acre lots, many waterfront, with an equestrian center and stables and horses permitted. Homes are custom built across a wide range of sizes (reported from about 2,500 to over 15,000 square feet) with large garages and pools. The community HOA covers the guard gate, private roads, and common areas; confirm equestrian rules and any assessments with the association. The community is zoned to Broward County Public Schools by address, in a city known for strong schools; verify the exact assignment with the district.

The takeaway

Three honest price bands. Condition and lot, not the square footage alone, decide where a home lands.

Entry: homes needing updates on smaller lots
$2.45M to $2.69M

The lower end is still land-driven: older custom homes or smaller lots within the one to four acre range. Confirm the land and the condition before assuming a fixer is a bargain.

Lowest entry
Mid: updated estate on a strong lot
$2.69M to $4.20M

The core is an updated custom estate on a good lot, ideally with water frontage. Land quality, the equestrian setup, and condition separate these more than square footage.

Most inventory
High: large waterfront estates with full equestrian
$4.20M to $5.10M

The top end is the largest custom estates on premium waterfront acreage with full equestrian facilities. These trade on land, finish, and the quality of the setup.

Strongest resale

Approximate 2026 resale bands from third-party listing data and public records, not NEFAR statistics. Confirm pricing for a specific home.

$2.45M to $2.69M
Entry: homes needing updates on smaller lots
The lower end is still land-driven: older custom homes or smaller lots within the one to four acre range. Confirm the land and the condition before assuming a fixer is a bargain.
$2.69M to $4.20M
Mid: updated estate on a strong lot
The core is an updated custom estate on a good lot, ideally with water frontage. Land quality, the equestrian setup, and condition separate these more than square footage.
$4.20M to $5.10M
High: large waterfront estates with full equestrian
The top end is the largest custom estates on premium waterfront acreage with full equestrian facilities. These trade on land, finish, and the quality of the setup.

Approximate 2026 resale bands from third-party listing data and public records, not NEFAR statistics. Confirm pricing for a specific home.

15-Second Take
  • Renovation math decides the deal
  • Better lots and views resell strongest
  • Roof and HVAC age drive the insurance quote
  • Interior lots are where buyers overpay
Asking price per square foot
Renovated$1008
Original$788
Median days on market
Renovated92
Original116

From current Windmill Ranch Estates listings (renovated 1, original 12); condition inferred from listing descriptions, asking not closed figures. The exact number depends on a specific home's updates, lot, and view, which is the read we do before you offer.

Jon Brooks, Momentum Realty
Operator Note

The trap here is a beautifully staged original-condition home. Staging is cheap; a roof, HVAC, and a full modernization are not. We price the real renovation before you fall for the listing photos, because in an all-resale market that number is the difference between a deal and the most expensive house on the street.

Jon Brooks, Momentum Realty
Operator Note

Most buyers overpay on interior lots in the back half of the community. A sharp renovation can distract you, but the weaker resale position follows the lot, not the finishes. We read the homesite before the kitchen.

No CDD on the tax billStrong
Central Intracoastal West locationStrong
Scarce golf and lake homesitesStrong
$30M club reinvestment to 2028Positive
All-resale 1990s conditionManage it

Momentum analysis based on the community's structure, location, lot scarcity, and housing stock. Not a guarantee of future value.

Jon Brooks, Momentum Realty
Operator Note

The strongest value pocket is usually a renovated home on a good lot priced just under the next tier up. Buyers chasing the single biggest house often pay top prices for what is really a renovation project.

5 Mistakes Buyers Make in Windmill Ranch Estates

15-Second Take
  • Calling the listing agent (who works for the seller)
  • Misjudging the renovation budget
  • Overpaying for an interior lot
  • Underbudgeting the carrying costs
  • Skipping the roof, HVAC, and systems check

The same five mistakes cost buyers the most in any market. Every one is avoidable with the right preparation before you tour.

The gate, the acreage, and the equestrian rights are priced into every Windmill Ranch listing. The deal is won on the land, the water frontage, and an honest read of a big custom home's condition, not the sticker.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty
8.5A- · Buy Score
Resale Strength8.6/10
Renovation Risk6.2/10
Location Efficiency8.4/10
Long-Term Defensibility8.8/10
Carrying Cost Advantage6.0/10

Momentum Intelligence Scores are our proprietary, qualitative assessment based on the analysis on this page, on a 0 to 10 scale. They are a framework for comparing communities, not a guarantee of future value or advice on a specific home.

Why our read on Windmill Ranch Estates is different.

Most pages on this community are an automated estimate wrapped in stock copy. This one is built from the live BeachesMLS feed, fourteen years of closed sales, and a renovation-by-renovation read of what actually moves value here, lot by lot. No Zestimate, no guesswork.

Live BeachesMLS feed14 years of closed salesRenovation-premium analysisLot-by-lot, no automated estimates
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty. A housing economist with a background in real estate investment banking at Deutsche Bank and consulting at Ernst & Young, who has built and analyzed Northeast Florida real estate from the ground up.

Which Lots & Views Hold Value Best

Where the value actually sits. Each home is shaded by its price per square foot (a value read, not just a price) and ringed by lot type, so you can see at a glance which pockets carry a real, durable premium and where a renovation play makes sense.

Value ($/sqft)
$261 value$401 premium
Lake / waterPreserveInterior

Fill = price per square foot; ring = lot type, inferred from listing descriptions. Sold homes are shown by realized $/sqft (lot type not always recorded). Asking and recent-sold figures from BeachesMLS; for orientation, not an appraisal.

15-Second Take
  • Waterfront and large dry, usable acreage carry the clear premium here.
  • Smaller or interior lots without water trade lower for good reason.
  • The equestrian setup and frontage drive price more than the house size.

In Windmill Ranch Estates the land is the asset. Waterfront lots and large, usable dry acreage with a workable equestrian setup command a premium, while smaller or interior parcels trade lower. Because headline acreage and square footage can mislead, compare a home against the closest sale with similar land, frontage, and setup, and read the lot before the finishes.

Windmill Ranch Estates in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want large private acreage with horse rights and a custom estate inside a guard-gated Weston enclave.
Strong onScarcity, space, privacy, waterfront lots, an equestrian setting, and proximity to top Weston schools and I-75.
WatchUsable dry acreage versus water, the equestrian and HOA rules, and the roof and systems on a very large custom home.
Not forBuyers who want low maintenance, new construction, or no need for acreage and horses.
The edgeScarce, individual inventory rewards a prepared buyer who reads the land and condition and can move on the right lot.

HOA, CDD & Fees

15-Second Take
  • A guard-gated HOA covers access and common areas; confirm the amount.
  • Horses are permitted and there is an equestrian center; verify the rules.
  • Your real costs are insurance and upkeep on a large estate, not just dues.
  • Waterfront and usable dry acreage carry the clear premium.
  • Budget systems and pool upkeep on a 5,000-plus square foot custom home.

Windmill Ranch Estates carries a guard-gated community HOA covering access and common areas; treat any figure as reported and confirm the current amount, what it includes, and any equestrian or capital assessments with the association. Budget the real carrying costs of a large estate on acreage: insurance, upkeep, and pool and equestrian maintenance.

The HOA generally covers the guard gate, private roads, and common areas. Confirm whether any equestrian facilities, fees, or rules apply to your use.

The community includes an equestrian center with stables, and horses are permitted, the defining amenity here. Confirm current facilities, fees, and rules with the association.

The takeaway

Selling here is won on condition and view, not the Zestimate. The right number comes from closed comps matched to your renovation level and lot.

Momentum listings (YTD)
97.98%
Sold-to-list ratio across our market for our agents, sellers keeping more of their price.
Market average (YTD)
96.73%
The broader metro average sold-to-list ratio over the same period.
Momentum days on market
64 days
Median days on market for our listings, faster sales mean less carrying cost and stronger leverage.
Market days on market
72 days
The broader metro median over the same period.

Sold-to-list and days-on-market figures reflect Momentum Realty listings versus our market average, year to date. Your home's result depends on pricing, condition, lot, view, and preparation.

In Windmill Ranch Estates, condition and view decide your number

Because buyers here are weighing your home against renovated comps and cross-shopping Windmill Ranch Estates, a home priced to the community average instead of its true condition and view either leaves money on the table or sits. A renovated kitchen, newer roof and HVAC, and a golf or lake view all deserve to show up in your price, and a buyer pool reading renovation math needs to be shown why your home is worth it. We build that case with real comps and a pricing strategy for the current market.

What is your Windmill Ranch Estates home worth?

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Real comps, not a Zestimate.

Price History: What Homes Here Have Actually Sold For

Median sale prices in Windmill Ranch Estates year by year since 2012, from closed MLS sales. A long track record beats a single estimate, showing what this community has really done through rate cycles rather than what a model predicts.

Windmill Ranch Estates Market Scorecard

Strong seller's market

Windmill Ranch Estates is currently a strong seller's market. About 2.2 months of supply, a median asking price of $1,099,999, and homes go under contract in about 68 days.

2.2
Months supply
$1,099,999
Median list
$847,500
Median sold
$321
Per sqft
68
Days on mkt
7/6/39
Active/Pend/Sold

Typical home value in the 32224 ZIP is $456,759, about 13.7% above the Florida norm (Zillow Home Value Index).

Zoom out for the wider market: ZIP market scorecard · county scorecard.

Live data: BeachesMLS, refreshed twice daily. Typical value: Zillow Research. Market metrics only; these describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Windmill Ranch Estates gated?
Yes. Windmill Ranch Estates is a private, guard-gated estate community in Weston with controlled access and private internal roads.
Can I keep horses in Windmill Ranch Estates?
Yes. The community is horse-friendly, with an equestrian center and stables, and horses are permitted subject to the association's rules. Confirm the current rules and any fees for your specific property.
How big are the lots in Windmill Ranch Estates?
Large. Lots commonly run from about one to four acres, and many properties are waterfront with lake views. Confirm the exact acreage and how much is usable dry land for a specific parcel.
How large are the homes?
Homes are custom built across a wide range, reportedly from roughly 2,500 square feet to well over 15,000, with three to nine bedrooms and large garages, and most have a pool. Sizes and condition vary widely, so read the specific home.
What are the HOA fees in Windmill Ranch Estates?
There is a guard-gated community HOA covering access and common areas. Treat any figure as reported and confirm the current amount, inclusions, and any assessments with the association.
Is Windmill Ranch Estates waterfront?
Many homes are. A large share of the community is built around lakes, so waterfront and lake-view lots are common and carry a premium. Confirm the frontage and any water-use rules for a specific home.
What schools serve Windmill Ranch Estates?
The community is zoned to Broward County Public Schools by home address, in Weston, a city known for strong schools. Assignments change, so verify the exact zoned schools with the district.
How is the location and commute?
It is in Weston near I-75, roughly 5 to 10 minutes to the highway, 10 minutes to Weston Town Center, and 30 to 40 minutes to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International. Drive times are approximate and vary with traffic.
Is Windmill Ranch Estates a good investment?
It holds a scarce niche, large private acreage with horse rights inside built-out Weston, which supports durable demand, but value turns on the specific lot and a large home's condition. Run the full carrying cost first; this is not a guarantee of future value.
What should I verify before buying here?
The usable dry acreage versus water, the equestrian setup and rules, the HOA amount and any assessments, and the roof, systems, and pool condition on a large custom home.
Why is acreage in Weston so valuable?
Weston is a built-out, master-planned city, so large private lots with horse rights are scarce. That scarcity, plus the location and schools, supports the pricing more than the house alone.
Should I use the listing agent to buy in Windmill Ranch Estates?
No. The listing agent works for the seller. On a custom estate where land and condition swing value, having your own representation to read the lot, the rules, and the comps is the highest-leverage decision you make.
You want large private acreage with room for horses behind a guard gateExcellent fit
You want a custom estate on a waterfront or large dry lot near top schoolsExcellent fit
You will read the land and a big custom home's condition honestlyExcellent fit
You want a low-maintenance, low-carrying-cost homeProbably not
You want new construction with a builder warrantyProbably not
You do not need acreage or equestrian rightsProbably not

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Windmill Ranch Estates median home price history from 2012 to 2026, chart by Momentum Realty
Median sale price in Windmill Ranch Estates, Florida by year (2012 to 2026). Source: Momentum Realty.
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