Waterfront Community · Deerfield Beach, FL
The Lakes Of Deer Creek Deerfield Beach, FL Homes For Sale & Real Estate
The Lakes Of Deer Creek, Deerfield Beach, FL, is a waterfront community in Broward County. The Lakes Of Deer Creek is a waterfront community in Deerfield Beach, Broward County, Florida.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Are there waterfront homes in The Lakes Of Deer Creek?
- Some The Lakes Of Deer Creek homes sit on the water. Frontage type varies by address, so confirm what a specific lot offers before you buy.
About The Lakes Of Deer Creek
The Lakes Of Deer Creek, Deerfield Beach, FL, is a waterfront community in Broward County. The Lakes Of Deer Creek is a waterfront community in Deerfield Beach, Broward County, Florida. Active listings are priced from $399,000 to $495,000. Homes were built between 1981 and 1985. Pure Equity lists homes in The Lakes Of Deer Creek and represents buyers. Commission is negotiable, and what we are paid is agreed with you in writing before you commit to anything.
Recent Sales
Recently sold homes in The Lakes Of Deer Creek
These are the last 4 recorded closings in The Lakes Of Deer Creek, with the price each home actually sold for rather than what it was listed at. They closed at a median of $259 per square foot. The most recent closed on September 1, 2026. Closed sales are what an appraiser and a buyer's agent will look at, so they are the starting point for pricing a home here.
Sold$430,000
Sold · September 1, 2026
742 Deer Creek North Shore Drive 742
2 bed · 2 bath · 1,805 sqft · $238/sqft
$9,500 under the asking price
Sold$362,500
Sold · August 7, 2026
3042 Deer Creek Lake Shore Drive 3042
2 bed · 2 bath · 1,230 sqft · $295/sqft
$22,500 under the asking price
Sold$435,000
Sold · March 3, 2026
3249 Deer Creek Lake Shore Drive 32
3 bed · 2.5 bath · 1,862 sqft · $234/sqft
$14,000 under the asking price
Sold$549,000
Sold · February 18, 2026
619 Deer Creek Shore Drive 619
3 bed · 3 bath · 2,118 sqft · $259/sqft
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Market & Value
The Lakes Of Deer Creek market and home values
The The Lakes Of Deer Creek real estate market reads best through the community's own recent activity, not a county-wide average. Because inventory turns over as homes list and close, the most reliable read on The Lakes Of Deer Creek is the set of most recent comparable sales inside the community rather than a single posted figure. For pricing an offer or a listing, comparable sales within The Lakes Of Deer Creek carry more weight than any headline number, since homes of the same type and size set the real range. Pure Equity can pull the active and recently sold homes in The Lakes Of Deer Creek so you work from real numbers, not an estimate.
Who It Suits
Is The Lakes Of Deer Creek right for you?
It helps to know who The Lakes Of Deer Creek tends to suit before you tour. The Lakes Of Deer Creek suits a range of buyers, from first-time owners to move-up families, who want a home in Deerfield Beach with the everyday conveniences of the area close by. Whether The Lakes Of Deer Creek is right for you depends on how you plan to use the home, full time or seasonally, and Pure Equity can walk you through the tradeoffs before you commit.
Amenities & Lifestyle
Living in The Lakes Of Deer Creek
Some homes in The Lakes Of Deer Creek sit on the water. Confirm the frontage type and any dockage rights for a specific address before you buy.
Location
The Lakes Of Deer Creek location
The Lakes Of Deer Creek is located in Deerfield Beach, part of Broward County, Florida. Residents are close to the shopping, dining, schools, and parks of the Deerfield Beach area, with the wider job centers, beaches, and airports of the region within driving distance.
Buying in The Lakes Of Deer Creek
Buying a home in The Lakes Of Deer Creek
The buying process in The Lakes Of Deer Creek is the one used across Broward County. Getting a mortgage pre-approval first tells you your real budget and lets you move quickly when the right home comes up. Property taxes factor into the monthly payment: the median annual property tax in Broward County is about $3,610. Florida's homestead exemption lowers the taxable value of a primary residence, and the Save Our Homes cap limits how fast that assessed value can rise from year to year. Budget for homeowners insurance as well. Rates in Florida reflect wind and flood exposure, so gather quotes early and check whether a specific address sits in a FEMA flood zone. Once you are under contract, plan for a home inspection and, if you are financing, a lender appraisal, both of which fall inside the inspection period. Working with an agent who knows Deerfield Beach means you see new listings in The Lakes Of Deer Creek the day they reach the market.
Selling in The Lakes Of Deer Creek
Selling a home in The Lakes Of Deer Creek
Selling a home in The Lakes Of Deer Creek starts with pricing it correctly for current conditions. Homes that are decluttered, professionally photographed, and priced to recent comparable sales tend to draw the most interest in the first two weeks, when a listing is newest and gets the most views. Florida sellers usually pay the documentary stamp tax on the deed, currently $0.70 per $100 of the sale price in most counties, along with prorated property taxes and, by local custom in many areas, the owner's title insurance policy. We provide a no-obligation home valuation for The Lakes Of Deer Creek owners in Deerfield Beach, so you can see what your property could sell for before you commit to listing.
Thinking of Selling?
What is your The Lakes Of Deer Creek home worth?
Online estimates miss what makes a home different. Tell us about yours and a licensed listing agent will send you a pricing opinion based on what has actually closed near you in The Lakes Of Deer Creek.
Listing agents and seller representation in The Lakes Of Deer Creek
Thinking about selling in The Lakes Of Deer Creek? The agent you pick shapes two numbers: what your home closes for, and how long it takes. A listing agent, also called a seller's agent, prices the property against what has actually closed nearby. They also prepare and market it, screen the offers that arrive, and negotiate the terms rather than just the price.
Conditions in The Lakes Of Deer Creek sit close to balanced, which rewards sellers who price against real closed sales instead of neighboring asking prices.
Community-level detail matters most here. Association rules, what the fees cover, and which buildings sell fastest all affect your outcome. So does whether a buyer needs board approval before closing. None of it appears in a listing description. All of it decides whether a sale closes on time.
Pure Equity is a licensed Florida brokerage serving The Lakes Of Deer Creek. Onias Derilus is the broker of record, Florida Real Estate Broker license BK3276618. A broker holds a higher license than an agent working under one. In practice that means the person advising you on price is also the one legally responsible for the file. That matters most when a deal gets complicated.
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Realtors and real estate agents serving The Lakes Of Deer Creek
People search for realtors, real estate agents, and real estate brokers more or less interchangeably. For most purposes the job title matters less than licensing and representation. Every licensed agent in Florida works under a broker. That broker carries final responsibility for the transaction.
What separates real estate professionals in The Lakes Of Deer Creek is specificity. Can they answer questions about your street, not just your city? Ask what they have closed nearby and how they arrived at a price. A grounded answer cites particular recent sales. It also explains why those homes compare to yours. Vague reassurance is the warning sign.
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Buyer's agents in The Lakes Of Deer Creek
A buyer's agent represents the purchaser rather than the owner. They identify properties that actually fit and research what comparable homes sold for, not what they asked. They also advise on offer strategy. Finally, they manage inspection and financing deadlines through to closing.
Where buyers have room to negotiate, as they do in The Lakes Of Deer Creek, the leverage is only worth something if you know where it exists and what to ask for. If you are buying and selling at the same time, which is common for people moving within Broward County, sequencing the two is its own skill: contingencies, timing, and what happens if one closing slips all need planning before either home goes on the market.
What representation costs
Real estate commissions are negotiable. No law, multiple listing service, or association sets them. If an agent tells you there is a standard rate, they are misinforming you. What you pay is agreed between you and the brokerage you hire. Get it in writing before the work begins.
Industry rules changed in 2024. Now a buyer and their agent must put compensation in a written buyer agreement before touring homes together. Sellers may still offer to contribute toward the buyer's side. However, that is negotiated rather than assumed. It is worth thinking through with your listing agent before you go live.
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We will tell you which listings are worth your time, what comparable homes actually closed for, and how to structure an offer that holds up through inspection and financing.
Frequently asked questions
How do I find a listing agent in The Lakes Of Deer Creek?
Ask any listing agent you interview two questions. Which homes have they closed near The Lakes Of Deer Creek, and how did they arrive at their suggested price? A grounded answer names recent closed sales. It also explains why those homes compare to yours. Optimistic pricing costs sellers more than almost any other decision. Verify the license too. Florida licenses are public and searchable through the state's DBPR portal. Pure Equity is a licensed brokerage serving Broward County. You can reach the broker directly at (561) 835-5400.
What does a seller's agent actually do?
A seller's agent prices the home against comparable closed sales. Before it goes live, they advise on repairs and presentation. Then they handle photography and marketing, and put the home in front of buyers and other agents. When offers arrive, they screen them and negotiate both price and terms. Terms matter as much as the number, because inspection windows, financing contingencies, and closing dates all affect whether an offer reaches the closing table.
How much does a real estate agent cost in The Lakes Of Deer Creek?
Commissions are fully negotiable. No law or real estate board sets them. What you pay is whatever you and your brokerage agree to in writing before work begins. Since the 2024 rule changes, buyers and their agents must agree compensation in a written buyer agreement before touring homes. Any seller contribution toward the buyer's side is negotiated rather than automatic. Ask any agent you interview to put their fee in writing.
What is the difference between a realtor, a real estate agent, and a broker?
A real estate agent holds a state license to represent buyers and sellers. A broker holds a higher-level license and can operate a brokerage. That broker also carries final legal responsibility for the office's transactions. Realtor is a membership term for agents belonging to the National Association of Realtors. For someone buying or selling in The Lakes Of Deer Creek, three practical questions matter. Is the person licensed, who do they represent in your transaction, and what can they actually tell you about your local market?
Do I need an agent to buy a home in The Lakes Of Deer Creek?
You are not legally required to use one, but most buyers in The Lakes Of Deer Creek do. A buyer's agent handles the parts that are easy to get wrong. That means identifying what comparable homes actually closed for, spotting condition or association issues early, and managing inspection and financing deadlines. Even in a slower market, negotiating room is only useful if you know where it exists.
Can one agent help me sell my current home and buy the next one?
Yes. For people moving within Broward County it is often the more practical route, because one person coordinates both timelines. Sequencing is the hard part. Should your purchase be contingent on your sale? How would you cover a gap if the closings do not line up? What happens if one side is delayed? Plan all of that before either home is listed, rather than after an offer arrives.
Public Records
Look up The Lakes Of Deer Creek property records
Anything on this page that affects what a home costs to own, assessed value, exemptions, flood zone, is published by a public agency. These are the official sources, not our summaries of them.
Broward County Property Appraiser
Assessed value, homestead exemption status, and recorded sales history for any parcel.
FEMA Flood Map Service Center
Look up the official flood zone for an address before you budget for insurance.
Florida Department of Revenue, property taxes
How Florida assesses property, and which exemptions you can claim.
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