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Raintree: From Fairways to Driveways
How a former golf course became one of Pembroke Pines’ most livable communities
Mike Ugarte
September 07, 2025 • Estimated Reading Time: 3 minutes
Built on Old Fairways, Designed for Today
Before it was a residential neighborhood, Raintree was home to an 18-hole golf course designed by Charles M. Mahannah.
The Raintree Golf Resort opened in the 1980s and served locals for over two decades before it shut down in the mid 2000s.
The fairways were eventually replaced with homes but the sense of space, quiet, and green hasn’t gone anywhere.
Now, it’s a neighborhood built on solid ground (literally), with mature trees, winding streets, and just enough water views to make you forget you’re minutes from I-75.
What It’s Like to Live in Raintree
The Vibe:
Calm but not sleepy.
Raintree is one of those neighborhoods where you notice the upkeep of clean sidewalks, well trimmed lawns, and no rush to change what’s already working.
The Homes:
Most homes were built in the 1990s or early 2000s.
You’ll typically see 3–4 bedrooms, open layouts, and 2-car garages.
Some have been renovated with updated kitchens and flooring, while others offer solid bones for buyers who want to personalize.
The Location:
Nestled just off Pembroke Road near Flamingo, Raintree gives you quick access to Pines Blvd, I-75, and just about everything else.
You’re minutes from shops, restaurants, parks, and the Charles F. Dodge City Center without feeling like you’re in the thick of it.
The Extras:
HOA dues cover landscaping, gated entry, and common area maintenance.
Some homes back up to small lakes or green belts with quiet views you can’t always find in newer communities.
What $600K–$700K Gets You in Raintree
Feature | Typical |
|---|---|
Bedrooms | 3–4 |
Bathrooms | 2.5–3 |
Square Footage | 2,000–2,400 sqft |
Lot Size | Manageable, with some waterfront lots |
Style | CBS construction, 1990s–2000s builds |
HOA | $350–$450/month |
Extras | Patios, 2 car garages, occasional pools |
Homes here generally list in the low to mid $600Ks, with updated or waterfront homes pushing higher.
Inventory tends to move quickly especially when priced right.
Insider Tip
Raintree isn’t a flashy, master planned mega community and that’s the point.
It offers space, stability, and a kind of everyday ease that newer neighborhoods try to copy.
If you want a home that feels grounded, walkable, and close to everything, without sacrificing quiet, Raintree belongs on your list.