NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Drake Tower Condominiums Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311

South Middle River Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $244,000 - $308,114

2 Beds
2 Baths
980 Sq Ft
1975 Built

Sale Details

Date Sold: December 8, 2014

Last sale price $180,000 $184 Per Sq Ft

Est. 59% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,186 / mo

320 Days on Market

Highlights

  • River View
  • Clubhouse
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Fort Lauderdale High School Rated A
  • Deck
  • Outdoor Living Area

About This Home

As of December 2014

LARGE TWO BEDROOM TWO BATH SOUTHEAST CORNER UNIT VIEW IS WONDERFUL LOOKING EAST FOR MORNING SUN RISES CENTRAL A/C NEW IN 2011 OVEN/STOVE REFRIG. DISHWASHER WATER HEATER NEW IN 2012 CARPETING & PAINT (2012) IMPACT WINDOWS & SLIDER ELECTRIC SER VICE BOX 2012 PARTICAL WINDOW TREATMENTS DINING AREA CHANDELIER DOES NOT STAY

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Larry Rowe

Inactive Member License #075748 Listed on: 10/03/2013

Last Buyer's Agent

Dale Palmer

Charles Rutenberg Realty FTL License #3019863

Charles Rutenberg Realty FTL

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,864

Year Built

  • Built in 1975

Lot Details

  • River Front

HOA Fees

  • $394 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • Guest Parking

Property Views

Interior Spaces

  • 980 Sq Ft Home
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Fireplace
  • Entrance Foyer

Kitchen

  • Oven
  • Gas Range
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Open Patio
  • Outdoor Living Area
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Outdoor Grill
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Water Heater
  • Water Purifier
  • Water Softener
  • Municipal Trash

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 494234AJ0680

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include common areas, insurance, ground maintenance, maintenance structure, pest control, pool(s), reserve fund, roof, sewer, trash, water
  • Drake Tower Subdivision
  • Car Wash Area
  • 13-Story Property

Amenities

  • Picnic Area
  • Community Kitchen
  • Community Library
  • Community Storage Space

Recreation

Security

  • Card or Code Access
  • Phone Entry

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,864

Year Built

Built in 1975

Lot Details

0 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

$394 per month

Listing Details

  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Condominium
  • Year Built: 1975
  • New Construction: No
  • DelayedMarketingYN: No
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Bedroom on Main Level, Entrance Foyer, Elevator
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Disposal, Gas Range, Ice Maker, Oven, Refrigerator, Water Softener, Water Heater, Water Purifier
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile
  • Living Area: 980.0
  • Stories: 13

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Barbecue, Lighting, Outdoor Living Area
  • View: Pool, River, Water
  • Pool Features: Association
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Other, River Front
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Construction Type: Block
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Open, Porch, Balcony
  • Property Condition: Resale

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Yn: No
  • Parking Features: Guest

Utilities

  • Security: Key Card Entry, Phone Entry
  • Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Central
  • Heating Yn: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 394.0
  • Senior Community: No
  • Amenities: Bike Storage, Clubhouse, Community Kitchen, Car Wash Area, Library, Picnic Area, Pool, Storage, Trash
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association: Yes

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Common Areas, Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Maintenance Structure, Pest Control, Pool(s), Reserve Fund, Roof, Sewer, Trash, Water

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 494234AJ0680
  • Mobile Dim Units: Feet

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2013
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2864.0

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 3, 2013
Closed on
Oct 14, 2014
Sold by
Lorenz Frederick A
Bought by
Marcus Arthur J
Seller's Agent
Larry Rowe
Inactive Member
Buyer's Agent
Dale Palmer
Charles Rutenberg Realty FTL
List Price
$239,000
Sold Price
$180,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$59,000
-24.69%
Current Estimated Value
$286,279

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$106,279
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.19%
Original Mortgage
$135,000
Interest Rate
4.02%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 23, 2012
Sold by
Bachmann Herbert G
Bought by
Lorenz Frederick A

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 20, 2007
Sold by
Casale Noel
Bought by
Bachmann Herbert G

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$100,000
Interest Rate
6.16%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 13, 1998
Sold by
Johnson Allan and Hunt David
Bought by
Casale Noel

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$58,500
Interest Rate
7.07%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 28, 1997
Sold by
Ciniero Alfonso and Ciniero Carmela
Bought by
Johnson Allen and Hunt David

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 30, 1994
Sold by
Hanna James
Bought by
Ciniero Alfonso and Ciniero Carmela
Source: Public Records
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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
Marcus Arthur J $180,000 Attorney
Lorenz Frederick A $145,000 Attorney
Bachmann Herbert G $215,000 Attorney
Casale Noel $65,000 --
Johnson Allen $55,000 --
Ciniero Alfonso $44,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Marcus Arthur J $135,000
Previous Owner Bachmann Herbert G $100,000
Previous Owner Ciniero Alfonso $60,000
Previous Owner Ciniero Alfonso $58,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
12/08/2014 12/08/14 Sold $180,000 -24.7% $184 / Sq Ft
11/08/2014 11/08/14 Pending -- -- --
10/04/2013 10/04/13 For Sale $239,000 -- $244 / Sq Ft
Source: BeachesMLS (Greater Fort Lauderdale)

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
2026 $3,149 $190,090 -- --
2025 $2,985 $185,100 -- --
2024 $2,925 $179,890 -- --
2023 $2,925 $174,660 $0 $0
2022 $2,758 $169,580 $0 $0
2021 $2,668 $164,650 $0 $0
2020 $2,616 $162,380 $0 $0
2019 $2,500 $158,730 $15,870 $142,860
2018 $2,444 $161,710 $0 $0
2017 $2,422 $158,390 $0 $0
2016 $2,432 $155,140 $0 $0
2015 $2,678 $165,800 $0 $0
2014 $3,257 $143,550 $0 $0
2013 -- $130,500 $13,050 $117,450
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • L

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Larry Rowe

    Inactive Member

  • Dale Palmer

    Buyer's Agent in 2014

    Dale Palmer

    Charles Rutenberg Realty FTL

    (954) 895-8999

    3 in this area

    48 Total Sales

    Dale Palmer
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About Drake Tower Condominiums

Source: BeachesMLS (Greater Fort Lauderdale)

MLS Number: F1258481

BeachesMLS (Greater Fort Lauderdale)

APN: 49-42-34-AJ-0680

Florida Broward County Fort Lauderdale 33305

South Middle River

Not Listed for Sale

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