Chapel Trail in Pembroke Pines, FL: Homes for Sale & HOA Guide

Current listings in Chapel Trail

About living in Chapel Trail

Chapel Trail is a large, established community in far west Pembroke Pines (33029), close to US 27, built mostly between 1989 and 1999. It has a beautiful nature preserve with lovely walking trails that go on for miles, and because it sits so far west, Everglades wildlife is not far away and exotic birds sometimes stop by to visit. Listings describe a clubhouse, a community pool, a playground, and tennis courts. Publix and Aldi are about 6 minutes away, and so is Starbucks. Explore more neighborhoods in our Pembroke Pines community guides.

Chapel Trail at a glance

• Location: Far west Pembroke Pines, FL 33029, near US 27
• Home types: Single-family homes, one-story and two-story, plus townhomes, including some larger homes of 4,000 square feet or more in sections like Pasadena Estates
• Year built: Mostly 1989 to 1999
• Typical price range: Single-family homes have listed and sold from the mid-$600,000s to over $900,000. Townhomes are lower.
• HOA fees: Many homes belong to both a master HOA and a subdivision HOA, each with its own fee. Listings show fees of about $366 to $482 per quarter in some sections and about $134 to $394 per month in others, plus a separate subdivision fee in some sections, such as $71 per month in Hidden Lakes. Fee frequency varies by listing.
• Access: Some sections are gated. Hidden Lakes listings describe a gated section with key card entry.
• Age restriction: None (not a HOPA community)
• Last updated: October 2026

Sections within Chapel Trail

Chapel Trail is made up of several smaller neighborhoods, and home types, fees, and rules can differ from one to the next. Names you will see in listings include Chapel Trail II (also called Kensington), Hidden Lakes, Pasadena Estates at Chapel Trail, Chapel Trail Replat, and The Preserve at Chapel Trail. Always check the exact subdivision name on the listing.

Amenities and daily life

Listings describe a clubhouse, a community pool, a playground, tennis courts, and sidewalks. The nature preserve is a favorite feature, with walking trails that go on for miles. See the City's Chapel Trail Park Nature Preserve page for details. Not every amenity applies to every section, so confirm the current amenities with the association before you buy.

What is nearby

Drive times below are from the neighborhood and will vary by home.

• Groceries: Publix and Aldi are both about 6 minutes away.
• Coffee: Starbucks is about 6 minutes away.
• Nature: The Chapel Trail Park Nature Preserve has miles of walking, and the Everglades are not far away.
• Schools: Current listings show Chapel Trail Elementary, Silver Trail Middle, and West Broward High. School assignment depends on the address and can change, so confirm it with Broward County Public Schools' boundary maps and Find my School tool and review each school's report card on the Florida Department of Education website. City of Pembroke Pines charter schools and private schools also operate nearby, and admission rules differ.

Renovation-friendly living

Many Chapel Trail homes were built between 1989 and 1999, so roofs, A/C systems, windows, plumbing, kitchens, and flooring are common topics for buyers and sellers. Some homes are great candidates to renovate and personalize, and others have already been fully updated. In South Florida, roof and window details also affect insurance and buyer confidence. See Rainy Season Is Exposing Roof Problems in Pembroke Pines and Miramar and What Smart South Florida Homeowners Do Before Hurricane Season. For ideas on updates that pay off, read What HGTV Doesn't Tell You About Renovating for Resale.

Check the rules first, and remember there may be two associations. Exterior changes, such as paint colors, roofing, pools, fences, and landscaping, generally need approval, and in Chapel Trail you may need to check with both the master HOA and your subdivision HOA. Many projects also need a City of Pembroke Pines permit, including roof replacements, and the City requires a permit to remove or relocate a tree (a replacement tree must be installed within 30 days). These approvals are separate steps. Call the City's Building Department at (954) 435-6502 or see the City's tree removal and relocation page to confirm what your project requires. Planning to repaint? See Thinking About Painting Your Home? The Paint Colors South Florida Homeowners Are Choosing Right Now for HOA approval tips. Planning to plant or remove a tree? See Mango Season in South Florida for permit and HOA tips.

Selling in Chapel Trail

Buyers compare homes by condition and by what is inside: kitchens, baths, flooring, and fresh paint. Through my Eden Styled-to-Sell System, I help sellers decide which updates are worth making and which to skip. If you belong to two associations, start the paperwork early: both may need to provide documents and approve the sale. See how selling with Natiesha works, and read The First 30 Days on the Market: What Sellers Get Wrong.

Thinking about buying or selling in Chapel Trail? Find out what your home is worth, request a personalized valuation, book a free consultation, or contact me.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Chapel Trail have more than one HOA? Many homes belong to both a master HOA and a subdivision HOA, each with its own fee, documents, and rules. In a recent sale I handled in Pasadena Estates at Chapel Trail, both associations required approval and each had its own set of documents. Ask for both sets of documents before you buy.

How much are the HOA fees in Chapel Trail? Listings show fees of about $366 to $482 per quarter in some sections and about $134 to $394 per month in others, and some sections add a separate subdivision fee. Fee frequency varies, so check the listing for the exact home and confirm with both associations.

Is Chapel Trail gated? Some sections are gated. Hidden Lakes listings describe a gated section with key card entry. Gated access varies by section, so check the exact subdivision name on the listing and confirm with the association.

What amenities does Chapel Trail offer? Listings describe a clubhouse, a community pool, a playground, and tennis courts, and the Chapel Trail Park Nature Preserve offers miles of walking. Confirm the current amenities with the association before you buy.

What neighborhoods are inside Chapel Trail? Chapel Trail includes several sections, such as Chapel Trail II (Kensington), Hidden Lakes, Pasadena Estates at Chapel Trail, Chapel Trail Replat, and The Preserve at Chapel Trail. Home types, fees, and rules can differ by section, so check the exact subdivision name on the listing.

Which schools serve Chapel Trail? Current listings show Chapel Trail Elementary, Silver Trail Middle, and West Broward High. School assignment is tied to the address and can change, so confirm with the Broward County Public Schools Find my School tool.

Can I rent out my home in Chapel Trail? Leasing rules can vary by section and can include minimum lease terms and approvals from more than one association, so read the governing documents before you buy, especially if you plan to invest. Investors can learn more at Invest With Natiesha and join the Investor Community.

Is Chapel Trail in a flood zone? Flood zones vary by property across Pembroke Pines, and many Chapel Trail homes sit on lakes or near the preserve. Check the FEMA flood map for the exact address and get an insurance quote early in your search.

Can I renovate my home in Chapel Trail? Interior updates are typically up to the owner. Exterior changes, such as paint, roofing, pools, and landscaping, generally need approval from your association or associations, and many projects also need a City of Pembroke Pines permit. Check the governing documents first and ask your contractor or the City's Building Department to confirm what your project requires. For ideas, see What HGTV Doesn't Tell You About Renovating for Resale.

Information compiled from public sources, current listings, and MLS data, last updated October 2026. Details can change, so please confirm with the associations and the City of Pembroke Pines.