Once a major snowbird destination in the 1960s, the city of Lauderdale Lakes is now home to a diverse mix of residents. Locally owned restaurants boast authentic Caribbean cuisines, and festivals celebrate vibrant cultures. However, despite its changes, Lauderdale Lakes has retained much of its retro charm, with midcentury-era homes on charming suburban streets. “It’s a beautiful community, and the price point is a little more affordable than in surrounding areas,” says Marie Yolene Pierre, a real estate consultant with Douglas Elliman who has been selling in Broward and Miami-Dade counties for 19 years. Pierre says that Lauderdale Lakes’s price point is attractive to many, especially those looking to buy their first home. “A lot of the two-bedroom, two-bathroom homes in this area are in 55-plus communities, but not in Lauderdale Lakes. So, it’s great for first-time home buyers. They can get a two-bedroom, two-bathroom house with a yard and a two-car garage. And no HOAs!”
Immerse yourself in the serene beauty of canal-side living in Lauderdale Lakes.
Experience the scenic beauty on a Water Taxi ride in Sailboat Bend near Lauderdale Lakes.
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Cute midcentury-era homes, townhouses and condos are available
Lauderdale Lakes’s residential streets are lined primarily with midcentury-era ranch-style and minimal traditional homes, many with pastel facades. These homes, abundant sidewalks, and petite landscaped lawns have maintained their charming retro look over the decades. The median price for single-family homes is about $445,000, lower than nearby areas like Sunrise and Fort Lauderdale. Townhouses are concentrated near the east side in tidy complexes, with a median price of about $360,000. Condos are more prevalent, scattered throughout the city, especially on the west side, ranging from $70,000 for a one-bedroom to $250,000 for a two-bedroom.
Experience vibrant living amidst a charming row of homes in Lauderdale Lakes.
Experience modern convenience in our well-maintained condos, known for their vibrant community.
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Shopping, dining and essentials are all conveniently close
Shopping centers throughout the city have grocery stores, services, and a diverse mix of restaurants serving authentic cuisines. Florida Medical Center is the city’s main hospital. It offers a top-rated orthopedics and joint replacement surgery center among its traditional services. Pierre says Lauderdale Lakes is similar to other parts of South Florida in that it’s very convenient. “Everything you need is close by schools, churches, and grocery stores. Sometimes, things can be as close as two minutes. We’re a little spoiled,” she says with a laugh.
Retail therapy awaits in Lauderdale Lakes.
Your go-to spot for daily essentials, providing convenience and quality.
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Children attend Broward County Public Schools
Broward County Public Schools serves the city and rates a B-plus on Niche. The district encompasses 327 schools and offers School Choice. While there are no private schools in the city, B-plus-rated Holy Temple Christian Academy and A-plus-rated Calvary Christian Academy are nearby. Both schools serve prekindergarten through 12th grade.
The main entrance to Lauderdale Lakes Middle School in Lauderdale Lakes, FL.
Front view of Boyd H. Anderson High School in Lauderdale Lakes, FL.
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Vincent Torres Memorial Park stands out among the city's green spaces
Willie L. Webb, Sr. Park is one of several parks in the city. It offers multiple after-school and weekend activities. Vincent Torres Memorial Park stands out for its basketball courts, tennis and racquetball courts, fitness center and covered playground. The city frequently uses the park for youth sports programs, and as it’s home to Lauderdale Lake’s local team, The Vikings, the multi-use fields are often packed with fans during the football season. Those looking for a day at the shore find Fort Lauderdale’s beaches less than 10 miles away.
Vincent Torres Memorial Park provides hours of fun to Lauderdale Lakes locals.
Create lasting memories of fun-filled days at Willie L. Webb Senior Park in Lauderdale Lakes.
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Unifest and the Black Excellence Parade and Festival bring residents together
The most popular community event is Unifest, the oldest multicultural festival in Broward County. The day-long event features live performances from local and internationally acclaimed artists representing countries throughout the Caribbean. The Black Excellence Parade & Festival, which takes place each February, is another popular event. It includes a parade and a "Black Market” featuring local vendors, artists, and entrepreneurs.
Celebrate at the oldest Multicultural Festival in Broward County.
Enjoy music, food, and cultural celebration at Broward's Multicultural Festival.
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Florida's Turnpike makes commuting easy
Florida’s Turnpike runs along the city’s west side, and US-441 cuts through the middle. Both offer access to the greater Miami area. The Broward County Transit bus stops along several major thoroughfares like Sunrise Boulevard and Wilton Drive. Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport is 13 miles away.
The Broward County Sheriff’s Department covers the city, hurricanes are possible
The Broward County Sheriff’s Department covers Lauderdale Lakes and provides crime prevention programs, neighborhood patrols, community engagement programs, and youth programs. Lauderdale Lakes's proximity to the ocean makes it susceptible to hurricanes. The city’s website has resources to keep residents informed and urges them to prepare early for hurricane season, which runs from June to November each year.
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On average, homes in Lauderdale Lakes, FL sell after 109 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Lauderdale Lakes, FL over the last 12 months is $125,000, down 18% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Beautifully updated, turnkey waterfront and waterview 2 bed, 2 bath home with garage, located in the desirable Mainlands Section 3, a 55+ comm. Major upgrades include a brand newer metal roof with warranty (2023), impact windows and doors, new underground plumbing, updated electrical, and an extended driveway. The interior features a contemporary kitchen with granite countertops and stainless
This first-floor 1-bed, 1.5-bath condo located in the gated Cypress Chase community, is one of the few units with in-unit washer/dryer on the market. Well-kept and furnished, this bright and spacious home features an open living area, walk-in closet, and a serene screened patio with garden views. Resort-style amenities include lake views, clubhouse, tennis and basketball courts, and both standard
Elegant 2-Bedroom 2-Bathroom home in the Prestigious 55+ Mainlands of Tamarac. Experience refined living in this beautifully enhanced home, perfectly positioned on a desirable corner lot and meticulously maintained. This residence offers a blend of comfort, sophistication, and peace of mind. Premium Features & Upgrades include:• Recently installed 4-year-old roof• Updated electrical
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“Life in full color” is the Lauderdale Lakes’s motto, and in pockets like Oakland Estates, it couldn’t be more apparent why. “It’s a very multicultural area,” says Andre Barrett, a local Realtor with EXP Realty. “But you really see a lot of Caribbean culture there. Jamaican, Trinidadian, Haitian… all that brings lots of delicious cuisines, like curry chicken, curry goat, beef patties and braised oxtail, which, if you’re not eating braised oxtail… What are you doing?” Ackee, mango and avocado trees bring the area even closer to the Caribbean, as does its tropical landscape. Oakland Estates is full of waterways and riverside properties, thanks to its location on the Middle River. This suburb is located in Lauderdale Lakes, a small city about 8 miles from downtown Fort Lauderdale and less than 5 miles west of Interstate 95.
Oakland Estates is solely a residential community, but shopping and dining are moments away along U.S. Route 441. This main north-south thoroughfare is studded by strip plazas with locally owned eateries and stores. Caribbean Best Market and Oriental Food Market are both less than a mile from the neighborhood and have ingredients that are not sold at Publix farther up the road. Singh’s Roti Delight offers “a taste of Trinidad and Tobago.” This local favorite is popular for its reasonably priced roti meals. Protein options range from curry and stew chicken to conch and kingfish. Next door, Silver Pond is another popular haunt featuring authentic Cantonese dishes and lazy Susan tables.
Oakland Estates comprises two main sub-communities. Along the north side is an ungated 55-plus community of Minimal Traditional single-family ranch-style homes built in the 1960s and 1970s. The rest of the neighborhood is architecturally similar. It’s also home to stucco-sided midcentury ranches on small but verdant lots. However, these properties are completely HOA-free and, therefore, not age-restricted. List prices range from $269,000 to $463,000. “There’s a more suburban feel on this side of Lauderdale Lakes compared to the east side,” says Lucile Massenat, a local Realtor with La Rosa Realty Beaches. “It’s also a bit more expensive. However, compared to how prices have soared everywhere, this is a more affordable neighborhood in the Fort Lauderdale area.”
Broward County Public Schools serves Lauderdale Lakes. Students living in Oakland Estates can begin and finish their K-12 careers less than 5 miles from home, starting at Park Lakes Elementary, rated C-plus on Niche. From there, they’ll attend Lauderdale Lakes Middle, rated C, before graduating from Boyd H. Anderson High, rated C-minus. The high school was the first in Florida to instate the Health and Wellness Magnet program, in which students interested in medical and health fields can get a leg up on their future careers and higher education. Students in this program can even take certification courses, including the Emergency Medical Responder course.
While Oakland Estates does not have parks, Mainlands Park is a quiet green space nearby. It features scenic walkways, outdoor exercise stations and a fishing dock on the canal. Vincent Torres Memorial Park is close by, too. It’s a much more recreational spot, with facilities for tennis, pickleball, basketball, baseball and soccer, as well as a shaded playground for kids. This park is also the site of Broward County’s oldest multicultural festival, Unifest. This staple, late-May event just celebrated its 30th year with the theme “culture meets cricket,” which added a cricket clinic and live broadcast of a West Indies cricket game to the event’s usual list of festivities. The usual festivities include dominoes, local marching band competitions, live shows, food trucks and an expo for local businesses.
The nearest ramp onto Florida’s Turnpike is about 4 miles from the heart of the neighborhood. Convenient for carless commutes, Broward County Transit bus stops are right on U.S. Route 441. As for farther trips, Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport is 13 miles away.
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