Dolphin Isles
Suburban Neighborhood in Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Broward County 33305, 33308
Waterfront single-family houses
"The home prices are comparable to any single-family waterfront communities east of the Intracoastal," Schmidt says. Early-2000s fenced-in Mediterranean-style homes on the canals sell for between $2.5 million and $6 million. There is a plethora of other home styles on the canal as well. "There are no fixed bridges, so people can have 100-foot-long boats on their docks and take them out onto the ocean," A 1980s Modern-style single-family house sells for $6.5 million. Stucco-exterior ranch styles are valued between $1.7 million and $2.5 million. Many homes have spas and backyard pools. The least expensive houses do not have direct canal access. Most are 1960s ranch-style houses with Mediterranean features assessed between $1.5 million and $2.7 million. "The neighborhood fares well during tropical storms, as evidenced by the fact that most of the properties were built in the 50s and 60s and are still there," Schmidt says. Condos built in the 1960s sell for between $310,000 and $530,000, and early-2000s condos sell for around $820,000.
A nature preserve within walking distance
People can walk to the 180-acre Hugh Taylor Birch State Park, which is known as the "Central Park of Fort Lauderdale." Visitors explore the nature preserve along paved walking paths or paddle kayaks to see the mangroves, turtles and shore birds. An original Art Deco manor house now serves as the park's visitor center and offers exhibits about native fauna and local history. Dolphin Isles is home to Lu Deaner Park, a small neighborhood greenspace with a playground and plenty of space for a quiet picnic in the shade.
Moderately and highly rated public schools
The public schools are several miles west of the Intracoastal. Local children often begin their educations at the A-minus Niche-rated Bayview Elementary. Sunrise Middle School students are 50% proficient in math and 52% in reading. The school has a B Niche rating. Teens often move on to the A Niche-rated Fort Lauderdale High School, which offers Advanced Placement classes. Local private options include Cardinal Gibbons High, a Catholic school where students can choose from over 20 sports teams, try their hand at dance or theater and volunteer in their surrounding community.Community events and concerts
Fort Lauderdale's annual 4th of July Spectacular is held at the beach. Residents and visitors look forward to the food vendors, live music and a fireworks display. Dolphin Isles homeowners drive to Amerant Bank Arena to watch performances by musicians like Kid Cudi and comedians like Nate Bargatze. The Florida Panthers compete in professional hockey matches in the arena. Fort Lauderdale is also home to the NSU Art Museum, which has thousands of works.
Getting around Fort Lauderdale and beyond
Residents can catch the bus along North Ocean Boulevard on the community's eastern border, and they can travel 9 miles southwest to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport via Florida State Road A1A. Downtown Fort Lauderdale is 5 miles southwest via Florida State Road A1A and Florida 838. Pompano Beach is 9 miles northwest via Ocean Boulevard and East Oakland Park Boulevard. Residents can walk to restaurants, the beach and the nature preserve.
Local fine dining and big-box retail
Folks pull their yachts up at Mastro's Ocean Club to order plates of surf and turf and bottles of fine wine. Also overlooking the Intracoastal Waterway, residents stop by Shooters Waterfront for eggs Benedict and mimosas. Martorano's is a local hit for its classic Italian fare. The Sandbar has an ideal patio for sipping margaritas and chowing burgers in front of the Atlantic Ocean. Residents can purchase groceries 3 miles north at the Publix in Sea Lakes Ranch, and they travel roughly a mile west to shop at retailers like Marshalls, Target and T.J. Maxx.
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William Palicia
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Sara Warthen
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Michael Faerber
Michael Faerber
Responds QuicklyCompass Florida, LLC
(754) 799-8491
34 Total Sales
1 in Dolphin Isles
$370,000 Price
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Erika Axani
Erika Axani
Florida Luxurious Properties
(866) 952-6644
70 Total Sales
1 in Dolphin Isles
$545,000 Price
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Rafael Monterrey
Rafael Monterrey
Balistreri Real Estate Inc
(844) 721-4864
168 Total Sales
1 in Dolphin Isles
$555,000 Price
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Sandra Tagliamonte
Sandra Tagliamonte
One Sotheby's Int'l Realty
(954) 480-1143
88 Total Sales
1 in Dolphin Isles
$4,850,000 Price
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Daniela Melaniti
Daniela Melaniti
Coldwell Banker Realty
(786) 321-5895
46 Total Sales
1 in Dolphin Isles
$430,000 Price
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Christian Duhaime
Christian Duhaime
RE/MAX Consultants Realty 1
(844) 697-4211
86 Total Sales
1 in Dolphin Isles
$1,200,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
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Parks in this Area
Earl Lifshey Ocean Park
- Trails
- Beach
- Ocean
Hugh Taylor Birch State Park
- Bike Trails
- Camping
- Fishing
Loggerhead Park
- Picnic Area
- Beach
- Ocean
Lu Deaner Park
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Willingham Park
- Trails
- Beach
- Ocean
Vista Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Beach
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Dolphin Isles | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Dolphin Isles Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Dolphin Isles, Fort Lauderdale sell after 115 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Dolphin Isles, Fort Lauderdale over the last 12 months is $395,000, down 34% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$525,000
Median Sale Price
$395,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$2,863,400
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$2,070,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$409,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
12%
Last 12 months Home Sales
29
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-34%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$624
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
738
Number of Homes for Sale
24
Median Year Built
1969
Months of Supply
9.90
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,441
Above the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
3,379
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,107
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
797
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,712
Open Houses
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Saturday, Jun 142:30 - 4:30pm
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Saturday, Jun 141 - 3pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$6,440 per month
- Condo for Rent
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,098 Sq Ft
- 2407 NE 33rd Ave
- Unit ID1023069P
- Fort Lauderdale, FL
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Condo Buildings
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,132
Median Age
59
Population Density
15 ppl/acre
Population under 18
8.8%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
36.2%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$89,754
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$119,182
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
87.3%
College Graduates
50%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
19.6%
% Population in Labor Force
54.7%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
59''
Average Winter Low Temperature
59°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
50
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
61
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
38
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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