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Davie, Florida

Located in Broward County, Florida, Davie was established in 1916. Davie maintains a unique western, horse-friendly character unusual for South Florida. Nova Southeastern University in Davie is one of the largest private universities in the Southeast.
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Founded 1916 | Population 112,000 | Peak 112,000 (2024) | County Broward County

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1916Founded as Zona: Agricultural community in western Broward.
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1925Renamed Davie: Named after developer R.P. Davie.
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1970Western Theme: Town maintains horse-friendly western character.
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2000University Hub: Nova Southeastern University grows into major institution.
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Complete Historical Timeline

1916 Culture
Founded as Zona
1925 Government
Renamed Davie
1970 Culture
Western Theme
2000 Culture
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Did You Know?

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Davie maintains a unique western, horse-friendly character unusual for South Florida.
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Nova Southeastern University in Davie is one of the largest private universities in the Southeast.
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The Davie town charter still requires horse-friendly zoning.
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Davie is located in Broward County, Florida.
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Davie was founded in 1916.
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