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About Lakes of Acadia
Lakes of Acadia, Miami Gardens, FL, is a community in Miami-Dade County with 1 home for sale right now. Homes here were built starting in 1983. Listings update from the MLS nightly.
Recently Sold in Lakes of Acadia
What homes sell for in Lakes of Acadia
Recent sales are the most reliable guide to value in Lakes of Acadia. Closed prices show what buyers actually paid, which matters far more than asking prices when you are pricing a home to sell or preparing an offer. A sold history also shows how long homes in Lakes of Acadia sat before closing and whether they went for over or under asking, and both shape a smart pricing or offer strategy. Closings turn over constantly, so a quiet stretch does not mean the market stopped, only that the most recent sales are already on record and the next ones have not closed yet. For a true read on value, the closest comparable homes matter more than any single headline figure. Pure Equity can pull a full sold report for Lakes of Acadia with the detail behind each sale, or a valuation built from the most comparable recent closings.
Homes & Architecture
Sold homes in Lakes of Acadia
Recent listings in Lakes of Acadia have offered 3 to 4 bedrooms and 2 baths. Living areas run from about 1,180 to 1,832 square feet. The mix here includes single family homes. The homes on the market were built between 1983 and 1984.
Market & Value
Lakes of Acadia market and home values
Recent activity is the clearest guide to value in Lakes of Acadia. The median list price in Lakes of Acadia is around $490,000, or roughly $417 per square foot. That sits about 18% below the Miami-Dade County median, which shows where Lakes of Acadia lands in the local market. Homes here have recently taken about 47 days to go under contract, a useful gauge of how quickly the Lakes of Acadia market is moving. For pricing an offer or a listing, comparable sales within Lakes of Acadia 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 Lakes of Acadia so you work from real numbers, not an estimate.
Who It Suits
Is Lakes of Acadia right for you?
Whether Lakes of Acadia fits you comes down to how you plan to live here. Lakes of Acadia suits a range of buyers, from first-time owners to move-up families, who want a home in Miami Gardens with the everyday conveniences of the area close by. A lake view is a common ask here, since many Lakes of Acadia lots back onto water without the flood exposure of a coastal address. On price, Lakes of Acadia lands in the middle of the market, a common fit for move-up buyers and full-time residents. Whether Lakes of Acadia 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 Lakes of Acadia
Many homesites in Lakes of Acadia back onto community lakes, so lake views and water frontage are common here even though the community sits inland.
Location
Lakes of Acadia location
Lakes of Acadia sits in Miami Gardens, part of Miami-Dade County, Florida. Residents are close to the shopping, dining, schools, and parks of the Miami Gardens area, with the wider job centers, beaches, and airports of the region within driving distance.
Buying in Lakes of Acadia
Buying a home in Lakes of Acadia
Watching Lakes of Acadia for your next home? The buying process here is the one used across Miami-Dade 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 Miami-Dade County is about $3,516. 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 Miami Gardens means you see new listings in Lakes of Acadia the day they reach the market.
Selling in Lakes of Acadia
Selling a home in Lakes of Acadia
If recent activity in Lakes of Acadia has you thinking about selling, it starts with pricing the home correctly for current conditions. List prices in Lakes of Acadia currently center around $490,000, 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 Lakes of Acadia owners in Miami Gardens, so you can see what your property could sell for before you commit to listing.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many homes are for sale in Lakes of Acadia?
- There are 1 active listings for sale in Lakes of Acadia 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 Lakes of Acadia tend to compete directly with each other. Ask us to set up a search alert and you will see new Lakes of Acadia listings the day they reach the market.
- What is the median home price in Lakes of Acadia?
- The median list price in Lakes of Acadia is $490,000, or roughly $417 per square foot. The median is the midpoint of what is currently listed, so about half of Lakes of Acadia homes ask more and half ask less, within a broader range of $490,000 to $490,000. Treat it as a gauge of the Lakes of Acadia market rather than a valuation for any one home, since price turns on size, condition and location. We can pull recent comparable sales to price a specific home more precisely.
- What price range do homes in Lakes of Acadia cover?
- Homes for sale in Lakes of Acadia currently range from about $490,000 at the entry level to $490,000 at the top of the market. That spread reflects lot size, square footage, and finish level across the single-family homes here, with the median list price around $490,000. 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 Lakes of Acadia listings that actually fit.
- How long do homes take to sell in Lakes of Acadia?
- Homes in Lakes of Acadia are averaging 47 days on market, measured from the day a listing goes live to the day it goes under contract. That is a brisk pace, close to what a balanced South Florida market looks like, so a sharply priced home rarely lingers. Days on market in Lakes of Acadia 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.
- Are there lakefront homes in Lakes of Acadia?
- Yes. Many Lakes of Acadia homes back onto community lakes, and lake-view lots are common in current listings. The water here is inland lake frontage rather than Intracoastal or ocean access, so do not expect navigable water or boat dockage.
Thinking of Selling?
What is your Lakes of Acadia 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 Lakes of Acadia.
Listing agents and seller representation in Lakes of Acadia
Thinking about selling in Lakes of Acadia? 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 Lakes of Acadia sit close to balanced, which rewards sellers who price against real closed sales instead of neighboring asking prices. Homes here are averaging about 47 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 Lakes of Acadia. 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 Lakes of Acadia
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 Lakes of Acadia 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 Lakes of Acadia
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 Lakes of Acadia, 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 Miami-Dade 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 Lakes of Acadia?
Ask any listing agent you interview two questions. Which homes have they closed near Lakes of Acadia, 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 $490,000 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 Miami-Dade 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 Lakes of Acadia?
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 Lakes of Acadia, 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 Lakes of Acadia?
You are not legally required to use one, but most buyers in Lakes of Acadia 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 Miami-Dade 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 Lakes of Acadia 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.
Miami-Dade 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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