$990,000
Sold · October 13, 2026
1221 SW 17th Street
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315
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Sale Summary
What this home sold for
- Sold price
- $990,000
- Vs. list price
- 4.2% over
- Days on market
- 5
- Price per sq ft
- $1,031
This 2-bedroom single-family home in River Oaks sold for $990,000 on October 13, 2026. That was 4.2% above its final list price of $950,000. It spent 5 days on the market. At $1,031 per square foot, it closed 157.8% above the $400 median of the 5 other single-family home sales in the recent closings shown below.
Listing Snapshot
- Sold Price
- $990,000
- Sold On
- October 13, 2026
- Days on Site
- 5 Days
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Total Baths
- 1
- Full Baths
- 1
- Partial Baths
- 0
- Living Area
- 960 sqft
- Total Sq Ft
- 960 sqft
- Lot Size
- 0.27 Acres
- Year Built
- 1950
- Property Type
- Single Family
- MLS #
- B26066540
- Property Tax
- $3,054 (2025)
- Subdivision
- RIVER OAKS
- County
- Broward
- Status
- Sold
- Special Conditions
- Standard
About This Property
Unique River Oaks waterfront opportunity on an oversized nearly 12,000 square foot lot with 85 feet of canal frontage, direct ocean access and NO fixed bridges. This 2-bed, 1-bath home offers exceptional flexibility: enjoy as-is, renovate, or explore the site's prime redevelopment potential. Features include a carport, generous driveway, boathouse, abundant storage and sheds, front and rear porches, hot tub, plus a covered outdoor bar and patio surrounded by lush tropical landscaping. Minutes from the marina and close to the best of Fort Lauderdale dining, boating and lifestyle. A rare combination of land, waterfront and location with tremendous potential for boaters, investors, builders or end users. Experience the best of the Fort Lauderdale waterfront lifestyle from a location that puts boating, dining, travel and entertainment within easy reach. 1221 SW 17th Street sits in River Oaks near the New River and the heart of Fort Lauderdale's marine community, with direct ocean access and no fixed bridges. Safe Harbor Lauderdale Marine Center is 1 mile away, while Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport is roughly 3 miles from the area. Downtown Fort Lauderdale, Las Olas Boulevard, Riverwalk, Port Everglades, the 17th Street marina district, beaches, restaurants and nightlife are all just minutes away. Convenient access to I-95 and I-595 makes Miami, approximately 25 miles south of Fort Lauderdale, easily accessible, with Miami International Airport roughly 30 miles from the greater 17th Street area. Whether heading out by boat, catching a flight, enjoying Las Olas or spending the day at the beach, this location delivers the connectivity and lifestyle that make Fort Lauderdale waterfront living so desirable.
MLS media linkGeneral Features
- Property Type
- Single Family
- Status
- Sold
- Year Built
- 1950
- Property Condition
- Resale
- Number of Stories
- 1
- Levels
- One
- Parking
- Attached Carport / Asphalt / Attached / Boat / Carport / Driveway / On Street
- Direction Faces
- South
- Lot Size (Acres)
- 0.27
- Living Sq Ft
- 960
- Total Sq Ft
- 960
- Structure Type
- House
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water Source
- Public
- Zoning
- RS-8
Interior Features
- Appliances
- Dryer / Dishwasher / Electric Range / Ice Maker / Microwave / Range / Refrigerator / Washer
- Cooling
- Central Air / Ceiling Fans / Wall Window Units
- Heating
- Central
- Flooring
- Tile / Wood
- Spa
- Yes
- Spa Features
- In Ground
- Interior Features
- Living Dining Room / Storage / Tub Shower
- Laundry
- Laundry Room / Outside
- Windows
- Blinds
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 1
- Main Level Baths
- 2
- Total Rooms
- 3
Exterior Features
- Construction
- CBS Concrete Block Structure / Block / Stucco
- Roof
- Tile
- Exterior Features
- Awnings / Barbecue / Garden / Other / Storage / Room For Pool
- Lot Features
- Interior Lot / Oversized Lot / Quarter To Half Acre Lot
- Waterfront
- Yes
- Waterfront Features
- Canal Access / Canal Front / Navigable Water / No Fixed Bridges / Ocean Access / Seawall
- Frontage
- Waterfront
- Frontage Length
- 85.00 ft
- View
- Canal / Garden / Water
Community & HOA
- Community Features
- Marina
- Utilities
- Electricity Available / Sewer Connected / Water Available
- Pets Allowed
- No Pet Restrictions / Yes
- Financing Terms
- Cash
- Restrictions
- No Restrictions / Ok To Lease
- MLS Area
- 3480
Schools
- Elementary School
- Croissant Park
- Middle School
- New River
- High School
- Stranahan
About the Community
River Oaks is a community in Fort Lauderdale, Broward County, Florida. Active listings are priced from $725,000 to $1,300,000. Homes were built between 1952 and 2012. Pure Equity lists homes in River Oaks and represents buyers. Commission is negotiable, and what we are paid is agreed with you in writing before you commit to anything.
- Homes for Sale
- 9
- Under Contract
- 4
- Median List Price
- $1,000,000
- Median $/Sq Ft
- $433
- Avg Days on Market
- 77
Frequently Asked Questions
- How do I schedule a tour of 1221 SW 17th Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315?
- Use the Tour button on this listing to request a showing of 1221 SW 17th Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315. Pick a day and time and choose an in-person or video-chat tour, and a Pure Equity agent will confirm your visit, often the same day.
- Is 1221 SW 17th Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315 still available?
- 1221 SW 17th Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315 is currently listed as Sold, and has been on the market 5 days. Status updates directly from the MLS as homes go under contract, so ask us to confirm availability before you plan a visit.
- How much is the monthly payment for 1221 SW 17th Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315?
- With 20% down ($190,000) on the $950,000 list price and a 30-year fixed loan at an illustrative 6.875% rate, the estimated principal & interest for 1221 SW 17th Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315 is about $4,993/mo, before property taxes, insurance. Use the payment estimate on this page to adjust the down payment and rate.
- How do I get pre-approved to buy 1221 SW 17th Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315?
- Getting pre-approved shows sellers you're a serious buyer and clarifies your true budget before you offer on 1221 SW 17th Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315. Contact Pure Equity and we'll connect you with a trusted local lender to review your financing options, no obligation.
- What schools serve 1221 SW 17th Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315?
- 1221 SW 17th Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315 is zoned for Croissant Park (elementary), New River (middle), Stranahan (high). School assignments and boundaries can change year to year, so confirm current zoning with the local school district before you buy.
- Can I negotiate the price of 1221 SW 17th Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315?
- Often, yes. The right offer on 1221 SW 17th Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315 depends on how it's priced against comparable single family sales in Fort Lauderdale, how long it's been listed, and how motivated the seller is. Pure Equity will run the comps and help you craft a competitive, well-supported offer.
Listing courtesy of Compass Florida, LLC
Listing information is provided by BeachesMLS, Inc.and is deemed reliable but not guaranteed accurate by the MLS or Pure Equity. Information is for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties. © 2026 BeachesMLS, Inc. Last updated August 30, 2026.
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Recently sold homes in River Oaks
These are the last 6 recorded closings in River Oaks, with the price each home actually sold for rather than what it was listed at. They closed at a median of $400 per square foot. The most recent closed on October 2, 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$1,140,000
Sold · October 2, 2026
1419 SW 21st Court
5 bed · 4 bath · 2,878 sqft · $396/sqft
$10,000 under the asking price
Sold$800,000
Sold · August 18, 2026
1548 SW 23rd Court
0 bed · 0 bath · 2,395 sqft · $334/sqft
$75,000 under the asking price
Sold$680,000
Sold · July 31, 2026
1015 SW 20th Street
3 bed · 2 bath · 1,550 sqft · $439/sqft
$19,000 under the asking price
Sold$1,300,000
Sold · July 28, 2026
1328 SW 21st Court
4 bed · 3.5 bath · 3,058 sqft · $425/sqft
$40,499 under the asking price
Sold$1,200,000
Sold · June 5, 2026
1313 SW 18th Court
5 bed · 3.5 bath · 3,000 sqft · $400/sqft
$99,000 under the asking price
Sold$1,025,000
Sold · March 27, 2026
1307 SW 23rd Court
4 bed · 3 bath · 2,757 sqft · $372/sqft
$170,000 under the asking price
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