Pembroke Pines, Florida
Chapel Trail
Lakes, nature preserve and 1990s family homes at the western edge of Pembroke Pines.
- ZIP 33029
- Chapel Trail Nature Preserve boardwalk
- Lakefront lots throughout
- I-75 at Sheridan St in minutes
By Ana Lopez, REALTOR® · Updated August 31, 2026
Quick answer
Chapel Trail is a master-planned community in far-west Pembroke Pines (ZIP 33029), built mainly between 1988 and 2000 around a chain of lakes and the 450-acre Chapel Trail Nature Preserve. Most homes are single-family, three to five bedrooms, on lakefront or preserve-view lots, with a handful of gated enclaves — Estancia, Encantada, Waterford, Chapel Lake Estates — inside the larger neighborhood. Buyers choose it for the water views, the walkable park and school cluster, and quick access to I-75 at Sheridan Street; Ana Lopez knows its sub-neighborhoods lot by lot.
The lay of the land
Chapel Trail sits between Sheridan Street and Pines Boulevard, west of 172nd Avenue, with the Everglades levee as its western boundary — which means no further development to the west and consistently open skies at sunset. The community is organized around interconnected lakes, so a high share of lots back onto water. Chapel Trail Park anchors the center with fields, courts and a playground, and the nature preserve's boardwalk is a genuine amenity rather than a marketing line. Homes are predominantly one-story and two-story Mediterranean-influenced designs from the late 1980s and 1990s, many with pools.
Homes and associations
Most of Chapel Trail is governed by a master homeowners association with relatively modest dues, while the gated sub-communities add their own fees for gates and private landscaping. Because the homes are now 25–35 years old, the questions that matter most are roof age, whether windows have been upgraded to impact glass, the condition of the original A/C ductwork, and any pool resurfacing history. Homes that have been thoughtfully updated command clear premiums over original-condition homes, and Ana prices both scenarios so sellers know where they stand.
Schools and getting around
Chapel Trail Elementary sits inside the community, with Silver Trail Middle and West Broward High nearby; zoning is by address, so confirm for any specific home. Pembroke Pines' city charter schools are also an option through their lottery. Sheridan Street connects to I-75 in about five minutes, which makes Chapel Trail one of the more convenient far-west neighborhoods for commuters heading to Fort Lauderdale, Miami or Weston.
Who tends to choose Chapel Trail
Families who want a lake or preserve view and a bigger lot than newer communities offer; buyers who prefer an established neighborhood with mature landscaping over a brand-new one; and move-up sellers from central Pembroke Pines or Miramar. The mix of gated and non-gated sections means there is usually a way in at more than one price point.
Thinking about Chapel Trail?
Ana can walk you through current inventory, pricing trends and the trade-offs between neighboring communities.
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Is all of Chapel Trail gated?
No. The main neighborhood is not gated; several sub-communities within it — Estancia, Encantada, Waterford and Chapel Lake Estates among them — have their own gates and additional fees.
What are the HOA fees in Chapel Trail?
They vary by section: the master association is modest, and gated enclaves add their own dues. Ana provides the current fee schedule and association documents for any home you are considering.
Are there many lakefront homes?
Yes — the community was designed around a chain of lakes, and a large share of lots back onto water. Lakefront and preserve-view lots typically carry a premium over interior lots.
What is the Chapel Trail Nature Preserve?
A roughly 450-acre wetland preserve on the western edge of the community with a boardwalk trail and canoe access, maintained by the City of Pembroke Pines.
By Ana Lopez, REALTOR® · Updated August 31, 2026