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Colonies Lauderdale Lakes, FL Homes For Sale & Real Estate
Colonies, Lauderdale Lakes, FL, is a community in Broward County with 6 homes for sale right now. Homes here were built starting in 1972.
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Colonies Market at a Glance
Live MLS · Updated Oct 14, 2026
- Active Inventory
- 6
- New Listings (30d)
- 0
- Pending Sales
- 2
- Median List Price
- $240,000
- Avg Days on Market
- 97
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Market Overview
Colonies real estate market
There are 6 active listings for sale in Colonies right now. The median list price is $240,000, or about $149 per square foot. Listings span $225,000 to $275,000, so there is inventory across most budgets. Homes are averaging 97 days on market. These figures update from the MLS as the market moves.
Colonies Market Stats
MLS data updated October 10, 2026- Active Listings
- 6
- Median List Price
- $240,000
- Median $/Sq Ft
- $149
- Avg Days on Market
- 97
- Price Range
- $225,000 to $275,000
Frequently Asked Questions
- What do homes in Colonies sell for?
- Three homes closed between December 2025 and May 2026, at $150,000, $180,000 and $255,000. The median was $180,000, or about $110 a square foot. The $255,000 sale was an updated unit that closed at its full asking price, while the $150,000 sale closed far below its list price, which usually reflects condition. Condition is the biggest factor in price here.
- How big are the homes in Colonies?
- Every recent listing is a two-story, three-bedroom home with two or two and a half baths. Living areas run from about 1,535 to 1,645 square feet, with a median of about 1,640. That is unusually large for a condo in Lauderdale Lakes, and it is the main reason buyers look here.
- What does the HOA fee cover in Colonies?
- Recent listings show monthly fees from $365 to $551, with a median of $525. Most listings say the fee covers common areas, the pool and structural maintenance, and many include grounds maintenance, the roof and building insurance. Ask for the current budget and any assessment history before you buy.
- Can I rent out a home in Colonies?
- Leasing is possible, but the rules vary. Six listings say leasing is allowed, and five indicate a waiting period before a new owner can lease. One listing notes the association requires at least ten percent down. Rental listings in the past year asked $2,150 to $3,500 a month, with a median of $2,500.
- Are pets allowed in Colonies?
- Ten of eleven recent listings say pets are allowed, and several add breed or other restrictions. One listing mentions a pet fee. Because Colonies has two associations, confirm the pet policy for the specific association that governs the unit you are considering. Rules can differ between the two, so a neighbor's experience in the other association may not apply to you.
- Do homes in Colonies have garages?
- No. None of the recent listings includes a garage. Owners park in open or assigned spaces near their units, and several listings note limits on trucks, trailers, boats and RVs. Ask how many spaces convey with the unit and where guests can park.
- How long do Colonies homes take to sell?
- The three closings in the past year had a median of 26 days on market. Active listings have taken longer: at the time of writing the average active listing had been on the market for 97 days, and two had been listed for more than five months. Pricing against recent closings makes the difference.
- What schools serve Colonies?
- Current MLS listings assign homes here to Castle Hill Elementary, Lauderhill 6-12 and Boyd H. Anderson High. One listing also points to nearby bus stops, which helps students who do not drive. Boundaries change from time to time, so confirm the assignment for the specific address with Broward County Public Schools before you count on it.
- How many homes are for sale in Colonies?
- There are 6 active listings for sale in Colonies right now, and these counts update from the MLS as homes come on the market and go under contract. Prices sit in a narrow band here, so homes in Colonies tend to compete directly with each other. Ask us to set up a search alert and you will see new Colonies listings the day they reach the market.
- What is the median home price in Colonies?
- The median list price in Colonies is $240,000, or roughly $149 per square foot. The median is the midpoint of what is currently listed, so about half of Colonies homes ask more and half ask less, within a broader range of $225,000 to $275,000. The median sits near the middle of that range, so Colonies inventory is spread fairly evenly rather than bunched at one end. We can pull recent comparable sales to price a specific home more precisely.
- What price range do homes in Colonies cover?
- Homes for sale in Colonies currently range from about $225,000 at the entry level to $275,000 at the top of the market. That spread reflects unit size, floor, and finish level across the condos and townhomes here, with the median list price around $240,000. The spread is tight, which usually points to a consistent housing stock rather than a mix of sizes and eras. Tell us your budget and must-haves and we will send the Colonies listings that actually fit.
- How long do homes take to sell in Colonies?
- Homes in Colonies are averaging 97 days on market, measured from the day a listing goes live to the day it goes under contract. That is a measured pace, which usually leaves buyers room to negotiate and makes pricing at the outset matter more for sellers. Days on market in Colonies also shift with the season and with how a home is priced, so a sharply priced listing can still sell well ahead of the average.
About Colonies
Colonies, Lauderdale Lakes, FL, is a community in Broward County with 6 homes for sale right now. Homes here were built starting in 1972. Listings update from the MLS nightly.
Colonies is a townhome-style condominium community in Lauderdale Lakes, in the 33313 zip code, built between 1972 and 1974. The listings fall under two associations, Colonies Condo and Colonies Two Condo, and the homes are remarkably uniform: two-story, three-bedroom plans with two or two and a half baths and roughly 1,535 to 1,645 square feet. Addresses sit along NW 47th Lane and NW 47th Terrace, and one listing describes Colonies Two as laid out around an interior loop that keeps traffic away from the homes. For buyers it is one of the few ways to get three bedrooms and over 1,500 square feet in this part of Broward at a price near $225,000 to $255,000.
If you own a home here and are thinking about selling, the closed sales tell a more cautious story than the asking prices. Three homes closed between December 2025 and May 2026. A 1,545 square foot townhome on NW 47th Lane closed at its $255,000 asking price in December 2025, about $165 a square foot. A 1,640 square foot unit on NW 47th Terrace closed at $180,000 in May 2026 after listing at $210,000. A 1,535 square foot condo on NW 47th Terrace closed at $150,000 in December 2025 against a $250,000 asking price, a gap that usually points to condition. The median of the three was $180,000 and about $110 a square foot.
That spread is the most important thing a Colonies seller needs to understand. Condition drives price here far more than floor plan, because the floor plans barely vary. An updated unit with a newer kitchen, impact windows and a recent air conditioner sold at full price. Units that needed work sold for tens of thousands less. The median sale closed at about 93 percent of its final asking price, and the median time on market was 26 days. Before listing, it is worth deciding honestly which group your home belongs to, fixing the inexpensive items buyers will flag, and pricing against the closing that most resembles your unit rather than the best one.
Competition is heavy right now relative to the pace of sales. At the time of writing six homes were for sale and two were under contract, against three closings in the prior twelve months. Asking prices ran from $225,000 to $275,000, with a median of $240,000 and about $149 a square foot, and the average listing had been on the market for 97 days. Two of the six had been listed for more than five months. A new listing will be compared with all six, and buyers have time to negotiate. A seller who prices at or slightly below the realistic closed value, and presents the home well, is the one most likely to move first.
For buyers, the appeal is space and layout. Every recent listing is a three-bedroom, two-story home, most with a half bath downstairs and the bedrooms upstairs. Several listings describe split-level designs, separate living and family rooms, screened or covered patios, and a separate laundry area with storage. The buildings are concrete block with stucco, and listings mention barrel tile roofs. None of the recent listings includes a garage, so parking is in open or assigned spaces. Two listings describe canal views and one mentions a lake behind the unit, but most face gardens or common areas. Expect to update an unrenovated unit, since the homes are now more than fifty years old.
Monthly fees in recent listings run from $365 to $551, with a median of $525. That fee covers more than it might seem. Nine of eleven listings include common areas, eight include the pool and structural maintenance, seven include grounds maintenance, six include the roof and five include building insurance. Because the association carries the roof and part of the insurance, a buyer should ask for the current budget, the reserve position and the status of any assessments. One listing notes that assessments were fully paid, which is worth confirming for any unit you consider. The community pool appears in ten of eleven listings and a clubhouse in eight.
Investors are active here, and the rents explain why. Three rental listings in the past year asked between $2,150 and $3,500 a month, with a median of $2,500. Several sale listings were tenant-occupied. Lease rules need close attention, though. Six listings say leasing is allowed, but five indicate a waiting period before a new owner can lease, two mention rental restrictions, and one notes that the association requires buyers to put down at least ten percent. Pets are allowed in ten of eleven listings, often with breed or other restrictions. Ask for the lease and pet rules of the specific association, Colonies or Colonies Two, before you write an offer.
Compared with other attached housing in Lauderdale Lakes and Lauderhill, Colonies offers more room per dollar than most condo buildings in the area. The trade is age: original systems, older windows and a full maintenance fee. Buyers who want three bedrooms and are comfortable doing some updating often find the best value here. Sellers do well when they treat the home as one of several nearly identical choices, because that is how buyers see it. Clean, updated, fairly priced units sell. Units that ask updated prices without the updates wait. It also helps to have the association documents, the recent budget and the assessment history ready before the first showing, because buyers and lenders in a community this age ask for them early.
Amenities
- ✓Community swimming pool
- ✓Clubhouse
- ✓Picnic area and playground, per one listing
- ✓Association maintenance of roofs and building structure
- ✓Three-bedroom, two-story floor plans
- ✓Screened or covered patios on many units
Homes & Architecture
Homes for sale in Colonies
Homes for sale in Colonies offer 3 bedrooms and 2 to 2.5 baths. Floor plans span roughly 1,550 to 1,645 square feet. The mix here includes townhouse and condo homes. Current prices run from $225,000 to $275,000. The homes on the market were built between 1972 and 1974.
Schools
Schools near Colonies
Homes for sale in Colonies are typically zoned for the Lauderdale Lakes public schools below, based on current MLS listings. Confirm the exact attendance zone for any specific address with the Broward County school district before you buy.
- Elementary School
- Castle Hill
- Middle School
- Lauderhill 6-12
- High School
- Boyd H. Anderson
Map
Where Colonies is in Lauderdale Lakes
Centred on the homes listed and recently sold in Colonies.
HOA
Colonies HOA fees
- Median HOA fee
- $538/mo
- Typical range
- $515 to $551
- Lowest to highest
- $510 to $551
- Listings with a fee
- 6 of 6
Across the 6 homes for sale in Colonies that list an HOA fee, the median is $538 a month. Half of them fall between $515 and $551. Fees quoted quarterly or yearly are converted to a monthly figure so they compare directly.
The fee most often covers common areas, building maintenance, pool upkeep, trash pickup, grounds maintenance and roof. Coverage differs from one building or section to the next, so read what a specific listing includes before comparing it with another.
Listings here most often mention clubhouse, pool and parking.
All 6 listings that state a pet policy allow pets, some with size or number limits.
From current MLS listings in Colonies; the figures change as homes come and go. Confirm the fee, any special assessments and the association's rules with the HOA before you buy.
Recent Sales
Recently sold homes in Colonies
These are the last 3 recorded closings in Colonies, with the price each home actually sold for rather than what it was listed at. They closed at a median of $110 per square foot. The most recent closed on May 20, 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$180,000
Sold · May 20, 2026
2627 NW 47th Terrace 206
3 bed · 2.5 bath · 1,640 sqft · $110/sqft
$30,000 under the asking price
Sold$255,000
Sold · December 30, 2025
2740 NW 47th Lane 2704
3 bed · 2.5 bath · 1,545 sqft · $165/sqft
Sold$150,000
Sold · December 9, 2025
2764 NW 47th Terrace 804
3 bed · 2.5 bath · 1,535 sqft · $98/sqft
$100,000 under the asking price
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Under Contract
Homes under contract in Colonies
2 homes in Colonies are under contract right now. A buyer and seller have agreed to terms and the sale has not closed yet. Pending homes are a read on demand rather than on asking prices, and because they have not closed they show it earlier than sold comps do. If you are deciding what to list for in Colonies, this is what buyers are committing to today.
Under Contract$225,000
Asking · 56 days to contract
2613 NW 47th Terrace 202
3 bed · 2.5 bath · 1,640 sqft · $137/sqft asking
Under Contract$209,999
Asking · 363 days to contract
2607 NW 47th Lane 3304
3 bed · 2.5 bath · 1,585 sqft · $132/sqft asking
Cut $30,000 from the original asking price
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Market & Value
Colonies market and home values
The Colonies real estate market reads best through the community's own recent activity, not a county-wide average. The median list price in Colonies is around $240,000, or roughly $149 per square foot. That sits about 38% below the Broward County median, which shows where Colonies lands in the local market. Recent asking prices have run from $225,000 to $275,000, so the home you choose within Colonies matters as much as the community average. Homes here have recently taken about 97 days to go under contract, a useful gauge of how quickly the Colonies market is moving. For pricing an offer or a listing, comparable sales within Colonies 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 Colonies so you work from real numbers, not an estimate.
How It Compares
Colonies compared to nearby Lauderdale Lakes communities
Colonies carries the highest median of the 7 Lauderdale Lakes communities compared here. Price per square foot is the fairer comparison between communities, because it adjusts for the fact that one neighborhood builds bigger homes than another. Days on market shows how quickly each one is actually selling.
| Community | Homes | Median | $/Sq Ft | Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colonies this page | 6 | $240,000 | $149 | 97 |
| Sunset Hills I Condominiu | 12 | $120,000 | $120 | 122 |
| Cypress Chase North | 15 | $115,000 | $141 | 210 |
| Hawaiian Gardens | 19 | $105,000 | $133 | 198 |
| Cypress Chase | 46 | $100,000 | $124 | 124 |
| Lauderdale Oaks | 21 | $93,500 | $120 | 220 |
| Somerset | 19 | $87,900 | $110 | 250 |
Medians come from active listings in each community and move as inventory turns over. They describe the homes currently for sale, not what any one home is worth.
Who It Suits
Is Colonies right for you?
It helps to know who Colonies tends to suit before you tour. Colonies suits a range of buyers, from first-time owners to move-up families, who want a home in Lauderdale Lakes with the everyday conveniences of the area close by. On price, Colonies sits toward the more attainable end of the market, which draws first-time buyers, downsizers, and investors. Whether Colonies 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 Colonies
Life at Colonies is quiet and residential. The community pool and clubhouse are the shared spaces, and one listing mentions a picnic area and a playground. Homes are close together along a few interior lanes, and one listing describes Colonies Two's interior loop as a buffer from street noise. Most units have a covered or screened patio, and several listings mention fruit trees and small private outdoor areas behind the unit. The two-story layout keeps bedrooms upstairs and living space downstairs, which works well for families and for roommates sharing a home. Because there are no garages, most owners park in front of their units, and parking rules in some listings limit trucks, trailers and boats.
Location
Colonies location
Colonies has a Lauderdale Lakes address in the 33313 zip code in Broward County. Homes sit along NW 47th Lane and NW 47th Terrace. Listing agents point to easy access to Florida's Turnpike, US 441 and Oakland Park Boulevard, and to nearby shopping, pharmacies, bus routes and hospitals, including the Florida Medical Center in Lauderdale Lakes. Public water and sewer serve the community. Current MLS listings assign homes here to Castle Hill Elementary, Lauderhill 6-12 and Boyd H. Anderson High. School boundaries can change, so confirm the assignment for a specific address with Broward County Public Schools before you rely on it.
Buying in Colonies
Buying a home in Colonies
The buying process in Colonies 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 Lauderdale Lakes means you see new listings in Colonies the day they reach the market.
Selling in Colonies
Selling a home in Colonies
Selling a home in Colonies starts with pricing it correctly for current conditions. List prices in Colonies currently center around $240,000, which is a starting reference for where a comparable home might be positioned. 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 Colonies owners in Lauderdale Lakes, so you can see what your property could sell for before you commit to listing.
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Listing agents and seller representation in Colonies
Thinking about selling in Colonies? 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 Colonies sit close to balanced, which rewards sellers who price against real closed sales instead of neighboring asking prices. Homes here are averaging about 97 days from listing to accepted offer, so build that into your moving timeline.
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 Colonies. 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 Colonies
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 Colonies 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 Colonies
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 Colonies, 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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Frequently asked questions
How do I find a listing agent in Colonies?
Ask any listing agent you interview two questions. Which homes have they closed near Colonies, 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. With a median around $240,000 here, the gap between realistic pricing guidance and optimistic guidance is real money. 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 Colonies?
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 Colonies, 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 Colonies?
You are not legally required to use one, but most buyers in Colonies 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 Colonies 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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