NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Essex Tower 340 Sunset Dr Unit 1405 Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301

Idlewyld Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $394,712 - $560,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,218 Sq Ft
$660/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold July 27, 2018

Last sale price $339,000 $278 Per Sq Ft

Est. 40% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,664/month

172 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ocean View
  • Fitness Center
  • Elevator
  • Harbordale Elementary School Rated A-
  • Heated Pool
  • 3-minute walk to Idlewyld Park/Merle Fogg Park

About This Home

As of July 2018

Remarkable south facing 14th floor unit with breathtaking waterway and ocean views. Enjoy the beauty of Fort Lauderdale from main living / dining area, bedrooms, kitchen and balcony. Spacious bedrooms, walk in closets, pantry, and kitchen with cherry cabinets and granite counters. 2nd bedroom opens to main living area for increased flexibility. Located just off renowned Las Olas Blvd, you are within minutes of the beach and many fine shopping and dining options. Enjoy as is, or make it your own.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Christopher Couzens

Douglas Elliman License #3317520 Listed on: 01/05/2018

Douglas Elliman

Last Buyer's Agent

Heike Drewniok

Fort Lauderdale Real Estate LLC License #3055954

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,340

Year Built

  • Built in 1978

Lot Details

  • South Facing Home

HOA Fees

  • $660 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Assigned Parking

Property Views

Interior Spaces

  • 1,218 Sq Ft Home
  • Florida or Dining Combination
  • Ceramic Tile Flooring
  • Closed Circuit Camera

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Electric Range
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Stacked Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Heated Pool
  • Open Patio
  • Exterior Lighting

Schools

  • Harbordale Elementary School
  • Sunrise Middle School
  • Fort Lauderdale High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 504212BC1200

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include management, common areas, cable TV, insurance, laundry, maintenance structure, parking, pest control, pool(s), reserve fund, roof, sewer, trash
  • 170 Units
  • Essex Tower Condominium Subdivision
  • Car Wash Area
  • 1-Story Property

Amenities

  • Picnic Area
  • Community Library
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Elevator

Recreation

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed
  • Pet Size Limit

Security

  • Security Guard
  • Hurricane or Storm Shutters

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,340

Year Built

Built in 1978

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$660 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Condominium
  • Directions: Take E Las Olas Blvd to Sunset Drive. Guest parking available in front of building or garage. Please sign in at desk.
  • Year Built: 1978
  • Unit Levels: One
  • Building Stories: 1
  • Year Built Details: Resale
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Breakfast Bar, Bedroom on Main Level, Family/Dining Room, Stacked Bedrooms, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Disposal, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile
  • Living Area: 1218.0
  • Stories: 18
  • Window Features: Other

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Barbecue, Storm/Security Shutters
  • View: Canal, Ocean, Water
  • Pool Features: Association, Heated
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront: No
  • Construction Type: Block, Other
  • Direction Faces: South
  • Patio And Porch Features: Balcony, Open
  • Property Condition: Resale

Garage/Parking

  • Covered Parking Spaces: 1.0
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Parking Features: Assigned, Attached, Covered, Garage, One Space

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Common Area
  • Security: Closed Circuit Camera(s), Elevator Secured, Security Guard
  • Green Building Features: Exterior Lighting
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Central
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Utilities: Cable Available

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 1979.0
  • Senior Community: No
  • Amenities: Elevator(s), Fitness Center, Laundry, Library, Barbecue, Picnic Area, Pool, Storage, Vehicle Wash Area
  • Association #2 Fee: 660.0
  • Association Fee Frequency: Quarterly
  • Pets Allowed: Size Limit, Yes

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Association Management, Common Areas, Cable TV, Insurance, Laundry, Maintenance Structure, Parking, Pest Control, Pool(s), Reserve Fund, Roof, Sewer, Trash

Schools

  • Elementary School: Harbordale
  • High School: Fort Lauderdale
  • Middle Or Junior School: Sunrise

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 504212BC1200

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2017
  • Tax Annual Amount: 5340.0

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units In Community: 170

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 5, 2018
Closed on
Jul 27, 2018
Sold by
Vonvonelbe Antony Von
Bought by
Wheble Gregory Brian and Drewniok Heike
Seller's Agent
Christopher Couzens
Douglas Elliman
Buyer's Agent
Heike Drewniok
Fort Lauderdale Real Estate LLC
List Price
$359,900
Sold Price
$339,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$20,900
-5.81%
Current Estimated Value
$472,928

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$133,928
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.83%
Original Mortgage
$271,200
Outstanding Balance
$237,964
Interest Rate
4.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$235,511

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 17, 1998
Sold by
Donald R Rippe Tr
Bought by
Vonelbe Antony

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 2, 1998
Sold by
Available Not
Bought by
Available Not

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 6, 1997
Sold by
Rippe Donald R
Bought by
Rippe Donald R

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 31, 1993
Sold by
Willis Robert B
Bought by
Rippe Donald R and Scott Powers H
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Wheble Gregory Brian $339,000 Attorney
Vonelbe Antony $182,000 --
Available Not $10,000 --
Rippe Donald R $100 --
Rippe Ronald R $100 --
Rippe Donald R $150,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Drewniok Heike $85,800
Open Wheble Gregory Brian $271,200
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/27/2018 07/27/18 Sold $339,000 -5.8% $278 / Sq Ft
06/27/2018 06/27/18 Pending -- -- --
01/05/2018 01/05/18 For Sale $359,900 -- $295 / Sq Ft
Source: BeachesMLS (Greater Fort Lauderdale)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $5,129 $305,760 -- --
2024 $5,040 $297,150 -- --
2023 $5,040 $288,500 $0 $0
2022 $4,781 $280,100 $0 $0
2021 $4,633 $271,950 $0 $0
2020 $4,544 $268,200 $26,820 $241,380
2019 $4,665 $275,230 $27,520 $247,710
2018 $5,367 $281,520 $28,150 $253,370
2017 $5,340 $275,170 $0 $0
2016 $5,642 $266,990 $0 $0
2015 $5,259 $242,720 $0 $0
2014 $4,728 $220,660 $0 $0
2013 -- $200,600 $20,060 $180,540
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Buyer's Agent in 2018

    Heike Drewniok

    Fort Lauderdale Real Estate LLC

    (954) 608-2214

    3 Total Sales

    Heike Drewniok
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About Essex Tower

Map

Source: BeachesMLS (Greater Fort Lauderdale)

MLS Number: F10100231

BeachesMLS (Greater Fort Lauderdale)

APN: 50-42-12-BC-1200

Florida Broward County Fort Lauderdale 33301 Idlewyld

340 Sunset Dr Unit 1405, Fort Lauderdale, FL

This home is located at 340 Sunset Dr Unit 1405, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301 since 05 January 2018 and is currently estimated at $472,928, approximately $388 per square foot. This property was built in 1978. 340 Sunset Dr Unit 1405 is a home located in Broward County with nearby schools including Harbordale Elementary School, Sunrise Middle School, and Fort Lauderdale High School.

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