$480,000
Sold · February 20, 2026
5551 SW 8th Street
SERINO PARK SEC 3
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Sale Summary
What this home sold for
- Sold price
- $480,000
- Vs. list price
- At list
- Days on market
- 6
- Price per sq ft
- $339
This 3-bedroom single-family home in ZIP 33068 sold for $480,000 on February 20, 2026. That was exactly its final list price of $480,000. It spent 6 days on the market. At $339 per square foot, it closed 16.1% above the $292 median of the 4 other single-family home sales in the recent closings shown below.
Listing Snapshot
- Sold Price
- $480,000
- Sold On
- February 20, 2026
- Days on Site
- 6 Days
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Total Baths
- 2
- Full Baths
- 2
- Partial Baths
- 0
- Living Area
- 1,415 sqft
- Total Sq Ft
- 1,500 sqft
- Year Built
- 1980
- Property Type
- Single Family
- MLS #
- F10545306
- Property Tax
- $1,640 (2025)
- Subdivision
- SERINO PARK SEC 3
- Development
- Serino Park
- County
- Broward
- Status
- Sold
About This Property
Up to $3,000 credit available if the buyer uses the seller's preferred lender* Discover this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom home with a 4th bedroom option, owned and cared for by a long-time owner. Enjoy peace of mind with impact windows and a new roof. The fully fenced yard is a private retreat with a large in-ground pool, wood deck with jacuzzi, and room for a shed, gazebo, fire pit, or swing-set. Inside, the primary bathroom stuns with a full remodel and a custom Kim Walker mural. The garage is partially converted to living space and easily reversible. No HOA! All ages welcome and pet friendly. Walking distance to Serino Park, close to new Southeast Park, Fern Forest, shopping, dining, and just 3 miles to the Turnpike. Immediate leasing approved.
MLS media linkGeneral Features
- Property Type
- Single Family
- Status
- Sold
- Year Built
- 1980
- Property Condition
- Resale
- Number of Stories
- 1
- Levels
- One
- Garage Spaces
- 1
- Attached Garage
- Yes
- Parking
- Attached / Driveway / Garage
- Direction Faces
- South
- Living Sq Ft
- 1,415
- Total Sq Ft
- 1,500
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water Source
- Public
- Zoning
- R-1B
Interior Features
- Appliances
- Dishwasher / Refrigerator
- Cooling
- Central Air / Ceiling Fans
- Heating
- Central
- Flooring
- Tile
- Interior Features
- Closet Cabinetry / Living Dining Room / Main Level Primary / Separate Shower
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 3
- Main Level Baths
- 2
- Total Rooms
- 5
Exterior Features
- Construction
- Block
- Roof
- Composition / Shingle
- Exterior Features
- Outdoor Living Area
- Private Pool
- Yes
- Pool Features
- In Ground
- Patio & Porch
- Patio
- Lot Features
- Less Than Quarter Acre
- View
- Pool
Community & HOA
- Association Amenities
- Other
- Utilities
- Cable Available
- Pets Allowed
- No Pet Restrictions / Yes
- Financing Terms
- Cash / Conventional / FHA / Va Loan
- Restrictions
- No Restrictions
- MLS Area
- 3633
Schools
- Elementary School
- Liberty (Broward)
- Middle School
- Margate
- High School
- Coconut Creek
About the Area
Browse Margate homes for sale across every neighborhood and price point in Broward. Available homes span single-family, townhome, and condo segments throughout the city. Margate 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 Margate listings below. Then connect with a Pure Equity agent to schedule a private showing.
- Homes for Sale
- 495
- Under Contract
- 108
- Median List Price
- $158,000
- Median Sale Price (September)
- $321,000
- Median $/Sq Ft
- $165
- Avg Days on Market
- 132
Frequently Asked Questions
- How do I schedule a tour of 5551 SW 8th Street, Margate, FL 33068?
- Use the Tour button on this listing to request a showing of 5551 SW 8th Street, Margate, FL 33068. 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 5551 SW 8th Street, Margate, FL 33068 still available?
- 5551 SW 8th Street, Margate, FL 33068 is currently listed as Sold, and has been on the market 6 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 5551 SW 8th Street, Margate, FL 33068?
- With 20% down ($96,000) on the $480,000 list price and a 30-year fixed loan at an illustrative 6.875% rate, the estimated principal & interest for 5551 SW 8th Street, Margate, FL 33068 is about $2,523/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 5551 SW 8th Street, Margate, FL 33068?
- Getting pre-approved shows sellers you're a serious buyer and clarifies your true budget before you offer on 5551 SW 8th Street, Margate, FL 33068. Contact Pure Equity and we'll connect you with a trusted local lender to review your financing options, no obligation.
- What schools serve 5551 SW 8th Street, Margate, FL 33068?
- 5551 SW 8th Street, Margate, FL 33068 is zoned for Liberty (Broward) (elementary), Margate (middle), Coconut Creek (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 5551 SW 8th Street, Margate, FL 33068?
- Often, yes. The right offer on 5551 SW 8th Street, Margate, FL 33068 depends on how it's priced against comparable single family sales in Margate, 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 Keller Williams Realty Boca Raton
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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Listed by Chris R Cusimano, Keller Williams Realty Boca Raton
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Recently sold homes in ZIP 33068
These are the last 6 recorded closings in ZIP 33068, with the price each home actually sold for rather than what it was listed at. They closed at a median of $295 per square foot. The most recent closed on October 13, 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$400,000
Sold · October 13, 2026
5500 MONTE CARLO Lane
3 bed · 2.5 bath · 1,356 sqft · $295/sqft
$10,000 over the asking price
Sold$442,000
Sold · October 13, 2026
2001 SW 87th Avenue
2 bed · 2 bath · 1,455 sqft · $304/sqft
$7,000 over the asking price
Sold$390,000
Sold · October 13, 2026
7103 SW 3rd Court
3 bed · 2 bath · 1,288 sqft · $303/sqft
$40,000 under the asking price
Sold$270,000
Sold · October 9, 2026
1818 Racquet Court
3 bed · 2 bath · 1,336 sqft · $202/sqft
$22,000 under the asking price
Sold$530,000
Sold · October 9, 2026
850 SW 55th Way
3 bed · 2 bath · 1,886 sqft · $281/sqft
$19,620 under the asking price
Sold$500,000
Sold · October 9, 2026
6520 SW 7th Court
4 bed · 2 bath · 1,877 sqft · $266/sqft
$15,000 over the asking price
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