$395,000
Sold · October 23, 2025
281 Florida Avenue
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312
Melrose Park Sec 1 27-6 B
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Sale Summary
What this home sold for
- Sold price
- $395,000
- Vs. list price
- 5.7% under
- Days on market
- 80
- Price per sq ft
- $313
This 3-bedroom single-family home in ZIP 33312 sold for $395,000 on October 23, 2025. That was 5.7% below its final list price of $419,000. It first came on the market at $425,000, so the price was adjusted before it sold. It spent 80 days on the market. At $313 per square foot, it closed 16.8% below the $376 median of the 5 other single-family home sales in the recent closings shown below.
Listing Snapshot
- Sold Price
- $395,000
- Sold On
- October 23, 2025
- Days on Site
- 80 Days
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Total Baths
- 2
- Full Baths
- 2
- Partial Baths
- 0
- Living Area
- 1,264 sqft
- Lot Size
- 0.2 Acres
- Year Built
- 1952
- Property Type
- Single Family
- MLS #
- F10514227
- Property Tax
- $5,957 (2024)
- Subdivision
- Melrose Park Sec 1 27-6 B
- County
- Broward
- Status
- Sold
About This Property
LEADING YOU HOME to canvas your own Oasis in Melrose! Property is in need of many upgrades but Roof does not leak, AC 2017. Electrical panels 2011. Here you'll find a newer kitchen with stainless steel appliances, Quartz counters. This 3 beds/ 2 bath gem is preserved with some of its original charm. The Master bedroom features a separate entrance offering flex rental income potential. The guest bedrooms are spacious.. Plenty of natural lighting. Washer and dryer has its own room. Connect with nature and install your hammock between the coconut trees while basking amongst the hosts of exotic bamboos and tropical plants with even more space to add a pool or expand the wooden deck. The storage shed conveys with sale. Close to I-95, Las Olas Beach, and downtown Fort Lauderdale. This is home!
Virtual TourGeneral Features
- Property Type
- Single Family
- Status
- Sold
- Year Built
- 1952
- Property Condition
- Resale
- Number of Stories
- 1
- Levels
- One
- Garage Spaces
- 0
- Parking
- Driveway
- Direction Faces
- Southeast
- Lot Size (Acres)
- 0.2
- Living Sq Ft
- 1,264
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water Source
- Public
- Zoning
- RS-4
Interior Features
- Appliances
- Dryer / Dishwasher / Electric Range / Electric Water Heater / Disposal / Gas Range / Microwave / Oven / Refrigerator / Water Softener / Water Heater / Water Purifier / Washer
- Cooling
- Central Air / Ceiling Fans / Electric
- Heating
- Central / Electric
- Flooring
- Terrazzo / Tile
- Fireplace
- Yes
- Interior Features
- Breakfast Bar / Bedroom On Main Level / Breakfast Area / Living Dining Room
- Windows
- Other
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 3
- Main Level Baths
- 2
- Total Rooms
- 1
Exterior Features
- Construction
- Block
- Roof
- Composition
- Exterior Features
- Balcony
- Patio & Porch
- Porch / Balcony
- Lot Features
- Fruit Trees / Less Than Quarter Acre
- View
- Garden
Community & HOA
- Association Amenities
- Sidewalks
- Utilities
- Cable Available
- Pets Allowed
- No Pet Restrictions / Yes
- Financing Terms
- Conventional / FHA / Va Loan
- Restrictions
- No Restrictions / Other Restrictions
- MLS Area
- 3570
Schools
- Elementary School
- Westwood Heights
- High School
- South Plantation
About the Area
Browse Fort Lauderdale homes for sale across every neighborhood and price point in Broward. Available homes span single-family, townhome, and condo segments throughout the city. Fort Lauderdale includes gated golf communities, 55+ active adult neighborhoods, waterfront estates, and newer master-planned subdivisions. HOA fees vary by community type, from modest maintenance fees in non-gated subdivisions to higher dues in full-amenity country clubs. The city sits within Broward, offering access to South Florida beaches, major employment centers, and healthcare hubs. For current Broward market data, see Florida Realtors' monthly statistics. Browse the latest Fort Lauderdale listings below. Then connect with a Pure Equity agent to schedule a private showing.
- Homes for Sale
- 3,557
- Median List Price
- $679,000
- Median $/Sq Ft
- $463
- Avg Days on Market
- 142
Frequently Asked Questions
- How do I schedule a tour of 281 Florida Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312?
- Use the Tour button on this listing to request a showing of 281 Florida Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312. 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 281 Florida Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312 still available?
- 281 Florida Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312 is currently listed as Sold, and has been on the market 80 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 281 Florida Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312?
- With 20% down ($83,800) on the $419,000 list price and a 30-year fixed loan at an illustrative 6.875% rate, the estimated principal & interest for 281 Florida Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312 is about $2,202/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 281 Florida Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312?
- Getting pre-approved shows sellers you're a serious buyer and clarifies your true budget before you offer on 281 Florida Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312. Contact Pure Equity and we'll connect you with a trusted local lender to review your financing options, no obligation.
- What schools serve 281 Florida Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312?
- 281 Florida Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312 is zoned for Westwood Heights (elementary), South Plantation (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 281 Florida Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312?
- Often, yes. The right offer on 281 Florida Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312 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 Promiseland Properties 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 July 1, 2026.
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Recently sold homes in ZIP 33312
These are the last 6 recorded closings in ZIP 33312, with the price each home actually sold for rather than what it was listed at. They closed at a median of $376 per square foot. The most recent closed on September 29, 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$1,067,500
Sold · September 29, 2026
5080 SW 34th Terrace
4 bed · 3 bath · 2,015 sqft · $530/sqft
$32,500 under the asking price
Sold$705,000
Sold · September 29, 2026
1609 SW 12th Court
3 bed · 2 bath · 1,212 sqft · $582/sqft
$6,000 over the asking price
Sold$340,000
Sold · September 28, 2026
2824 SW 9th Street
5 bed · 2 bath · 1,925 sqft · $177/sqft
$35,000 under the asking price
Sold$570,000
Sold · September 28, 2026
1900 SW 33rd Avenue
3 bed · 2 bath · 1,824 sqft · $313/sqft
$10,000 over the asking price
Sold$228,000
Sold · September 25, 2026
900 SW 12th Street 206
2 bed · 2 bath · 1,000 sqft · $228/sqft
$11,000 under the asking price
Sold$533,000
Sold · September 23, 2026
2740 SW 16th Street
3 bed · 2 bath · 1,418 sqft · $376/sqft
$6,999 under the asking price
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