Citrus Isles in Fort Lauderdale

Citrus Isles Homes for Sale in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Waterfront single-family neighborhood · Fort Lauderdale · Fort Lauderdale, ZIP 33312

An established waterfront neighborhood of single-family homes on isles with direct ocean access and no fixed bridges, leading to the New River.

Waterfront homesNo fixed bridgesDirect ocean access
Live Market Pulse
56/100
Momentum
Balanced Market (limited data)
This is an established, non-deed-restricted waterfront neighborhood, so the read is the seawall, the canal width and depth, the route to the ocean, and the home's condition on mid-century housing stock.
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$1.35M
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Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

"Citrus Isles is an established waterfront neighborhood of single-family homes built around 1954 in east Fort Lauderdale, on isles with direct ocean access and no fixed bridges leading to the South Fork of the New River. The read is the water, the seawall, and the route to the ocean, plus the home's condition on mid-century stock. Your leverage is verifying the boating access and seawall and matching the home to its specific waterfront comps, since canal position drives value here."

Jon Brooks, founder, Momentum Realty · Updated June 2026

The 60-Second Overview

Citrus Isles market snapshot (as of June 15, 2026): the median sale price is about $1.3M ($677 per sq ft), a balanced market (limited data). Based on 4 recent closings in live BeachesMLS data.

Citrus Isles is an established waterfront neighborhood of single-family homes in east Fort Lauderdale, Broward County (33312), built around 1954, on isles with direct ocean access and no fixed bridges leading to the South Fork of the New River, with many homes offering private docks.

The defining feature is the water, with a clear route to the ocean and no fixed bridges, suited to boating. Homes sit on waterfront lots with seawalls and docks. This is a neighborhood rather than a deed-restricted amenity community, so confirm any voluntary civic-association role with the listing.

The buy here is the water and the home's condition. Verify the seawall, the canal width and depth, and the route to the ocean, then match the home to its specific waterfront comps.

Best for

  • Buyers who want a single-family waterfront home with direct ocean access
  • Buyers who value no fixed bridges for boating
  • Buyers who want an east Fort Lauderdale location near downtown and the airport
  • Buyers who want a neighborhood without a mandatory HOA

Probably not for

  • Buyers who want a gated, amenity-rich HOA community
  • Buyers who want new construction with a builder warranty
  • Buyers who want a turnkey home with no water-system due diligence
  • Buyers who want a high-rise or maintenance-free lifestyle

How Citrus Isles is performing right now

56/100
momentum
Balanced Market (limited data)
Seller's marketBalancedBuyer's market
0Months of supplytight
67Median days on marketdays
2 : 0Under contract vs for salestrong demand
4Sold in last 12 monthsliquidity
+0%Asking vs recent sold $/sqftroom to negotiate

Tight supply and strong demand favor sellers here. Homes still take about two months to sell, though, and with asking prices running above recent sales per square foot, a prepared buyer has room on anything overpriced. Reading each home against the real comps, not the headline trend, is where the edge is.

Live from BeachesMLS, as of June 15, 2026. Refreshed twice daily. Months of supply, days on market, and the contract-to-listing ratio are computed from current Citrus Isles listings and the trailing twelve months of closed sales.

8.6A- score
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Momentum buy score

Our proprietary read on how a home in Citrus Isles buys, holds, and resells. See the five factors.

Homes For Sale Right Now in Citrus Isles

Live MLS inventory for Citrus Isles. Every active listing, what is under contract right now, and the last 12 months of closed sales, refreshed twice a day. Closed comps beat an algorithm's guess every time.

No homes are actively for sale in Citrus Isles right now, so its recent closed sales are shown, as of 2026-06-15, priced high to low. All listings featuring the BMLS logo are provided by BeachesMLS, Inc. This information is not verified for authenticity or accuracy and is not guaranteed. Copyright © 2026 BeachesMLS, Inc.. Tap any home to ask about it.

Listing locations from BeachesMLS; lot type inferred from listing descriptions. Destination pins are approximate. Map data © OpenStreetMap, tiles © CARTO. Flood, school, and commute overlays are on the roadmap.

The takeaway

The location is the everyday-convenience case: shopping, schools, and the major roads are all a manageable drive.

Interstate 95 at Davie Boulevard~5 min · west
Downtown Fort Lauderdale and Las Olas~10 min · east
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport~10 min · south
Fort Lauderdale Beach~15 min · east

Distances and drive times are approximate and vary with traffic. Confirm your real commute at your real departure time.

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Carrying cost · the no-CDD edge

No CDD bond means thousands less per year than newer master plans.

Typical CDD community~$2,500/yr
Citrus Isles (no CDD)$0/yr

Roughly $25,000 saved over 10 years in carrying cost, before resale.

Illustrative. NE Florida CDD assessments commonly run $1,500-$3,500+/yr and vary by community; verify per property.

Schools

15-Second Take
  • Broward County Public Schools
  • Verify the zoned schools by address
  • Magnet and choice options may be available
  • Confirm current ratings before relying on them
  • Private and parochial options nearby

Citrus Isles is served by Broward County Public Schools. Assignment is by address and can change, so confirm the exact zoned elementary, middle, and high schools for any specific home, plus any magnet or choice options. Treat published ratings as a starting point, not the full story.

Buying with schools in mind? We can confirm the exact zoned schools for any Citrus Isles address.

The takeaway

What is actually shaping value at Citrus Isles: isles with direct ocean access and no fixed bridges leading to the New River, on single-family lots in east Fort Lauderdale. Each item is sourced and dated.

Recent Developments in Citrus Isles

Our read on what is being built around Citrus Isles, scored for direction, significance, and how close the effect lands. The full sourced timeline follows below.

Net OutlookBullishSingle-family waterfront with real ocean access stays scarce and in demand. The near-term read is the seawall and the home's condition.

Direct ocean access, no fixed bridges

Ongoing
BullishHigh impact
SignificanceRadius: Community

Ocean access with no fixed bridges is a scarce, durable premium for boaters.

South Fork New River frontage

Ongoing
BullishNotable impact
SignificanceRadius: Community

Isles leading to the New River support long-term waterfront value.

Seawall and condition due diligence

Ongoing
NeutralNotable impact
SignificanceRadius: Community

Mid-century stock means seawall, dock, and condition belong in the underwriting.

East Fort Lauderdale location

Ongoing
BullishNotable impact
SignificanceRadius: Area

Quick access to downtown, the airport, and the beach supports demand.

Direction, significance, and effect-radius ratings are Momentum's proprietary, qualitative read of the sourced items below, not investment advice or a prediction for any specific home.

Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting Citrus Isles, tracked by our team and summarized from public reporting and official sources, with links to the original coverage. Last updated June 2026.

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    Summaries reflect public reporting and official sources linked above as of the dates shown. Project details, timelines, and approvals can change. Commentary on potential market effects is general observation, not investment advice or a prediction for any specific property. For the freshest items across the whole region, see This Week in Northeast Florida.

    If we were buying in Citrus Isles, this is the order of operations we would run, and the one we run for our clients.

    1

    Verify the boating access, the canal width and depth and the route to the ocean.

    2

    Inspect the seawall and dock and budget for any repairs.

    3

    Read the home's condition on mid-century waterfront housing stock.

    4

    Confirm any voluntary civic-association dues and the role of the association.

    5

    Match the home to its specific waterfront comps, since position drives value.

    Best Buy
    A sound waterfront home with a good seawall and deep-water access matched to canal comps
    Biggest Risk
    Underbudgeting seawall or dock work, or overpaying for limited boating access
    Best Lot
    A wide, deep canal with a clear ocean route over a narrow or restricted one
    Smart Timing
    Confirm the seawall condition and any pending neighborhood projects
    The takeaway

    On mobile, tap any heading below to open it. This is the home by home, lot by lot, club and renovation detail, organized so you can jump straight to what matters to you.

    Community Details at a Glance

    Citrus Isles is an established waterfront neighborhood of single-family homes in east Fort Lauderdale (33312), built around 1954, on isles with direct ocean access and no fixed bridges leading to the South Fork of the New River, with many homes offering private docks. The defining feature is the water, with a clear route to the ocean suited to boating, and homes sit on waterfront lots with seawalls and docks. This is a neighborhood rather than a deed-restricted amenity community.

    The takeaway

    Three honest price bands. Condition and lot, not the square footage alone, decide where a home lands.

    The Interior or Smaller Home
    $865K to $1.04M

    The smaller or interior-canal homes, the entry into a single-family waterfront neighborhood.

    Lowest entry
    The Core Waterfront Home
    $1.04M to $1.70M

    The mid-size waterfront homes with a seawall and dock, the core of the resale market here.

    Most inventory
    The Deep-Water Home
    $1.70M to $1.70M

    Homes on wide, deep canals with a clear ocean route, the positions that tend to hold value best.

    Strongest resale

    Approximate 2026 resale bands from third-party listing data and public records, not NEFAR statistics. Confirm pricing for a specific home.

    $865K to $1.04M
    The Interior or Smaller Home
    The smaller or interior-canal homes, the entry into a single-family waterfront neighborhood.
    $1.04M to $1.70M
    The Core Waterfront Home
    The mid-size waterfront homes with a seawall and dock, the core of the resale market here.
    $1.70M to $1.70M
    The Deep-Water Home
    Homes on wide, deep canals with a clear ocean route, the positions that tend to hold value best.

    Approximate 2026 resale bands from third-party listing data and public records, not NEFAR statistics. Confirm pricing for a specific home.

    15-Second Take
    • Renovation math decides the deal
    • Better lots and views resell strongest
    • Roof and HVAC age drive the insurance quote
    • Interior lots are where buyers overpay
    Jon Brooks, Momentum Realty
    Operator Note

    Most buyers overpay on interior lots in the back half of the community. A sharp renovation can distract you, but the weaker resale position follows the lot, not the finishes. We read the homesite before the kitchen.

    No CDD on the tax billStrong
    Central Fort Lauderdale locationStrong
    Scarce golf and lake homesitesStrong
    $30M club reinvestment to 2028Positive
    All-resale 1990s conditionManage it

    Momentum analysis based on the community's structure, location, lot scarcity, and housing stock. Not a guarantee of future value.

    Jon Brooks, Momentum Realty
    Operator Note

    The strongest value pocket is usually a renovated home on a good lot priced just under the next tier up. Buyers chasing the single biggest house often pay top prices for what is really a renovation project.

    5 Mistakes Buyers Make in Citrus Isles

    15-Second Take
    • Calling the listing agent (who works for the seller)
    • Misjudging the renovation budget
    • Overpaying for an interior lot
    • Underbudgeting the carrying costs
    • Skipping the roof, HVAC, and systems check

    The same five mistakes cost buyers the most in any market. Every one is avoidable with the right preparation before you tour.

    The waterfront address is in every listing. The deal turns on the seawall, the canal, and the route to the ocean.

    Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty
    8.2A- · Buy Score
    Resale Strength8.3/10
    Renovation Risk7.2/10
    Location Efficiency8.5/10
    Long-Term Defensibility8.4/10
    Carrying Cost Advantage7.4/10

    Momentum Intelligence Scores are our proprietary, qualitative assessment based on the analysis on this page, on a 0 to 10 scale. They are a framework for comparing communities, not a guarantee of future value or advice on a specific home.

    Why our read on Citrus Isles is different.

    Most pages on this community are an automated estimate wrapped in stock copy. This one is built from the live BeachesMLS feed, fourteen years of closed sales, and a renovation-by-renovation read of what actually moves value here, lot by lot. No Zestimate, no guesswork.

    Live BeachesMLS feed14 years of closed salesRenovation-premium analysisLot-by-lot, no automated estimates
    Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty. A housing economist with a background in real estate investment banking at Deutsche Bank and consulting at Ernst & Young, who has built and analyzed Northeast Florida real estate from the ground up.

    Which Lots & Views Hold Value Best

    Where the value actually sits. Each home is shaded by its price per square foot (a value read, not just a price) and ringed by lot type, so you can see at a glance which pockets carry a real, durable premium and where a renovation play makes sense.

    Value ($/sqft)
    $261 value$401 premium
    Lake / waterPreserveInterior

    Fill = price per square foot; ring = lot type, inferred from listing descriptions. Sold homes are shown by realized $/sqft (lot type not always recorded). Asking and recent-sold figures from BeachesMLS; for orientation, not an appraisal.

    15-Second Take
    • Golf, lake, and preserve lots hold value best
    • Interior lots are where buyers overpay
    • The lot cannot be renovated, the house can
    • Premium homesites resell faster
    • ~3% asking premium for premium lots today

    In a built-out club community, the lot is the resale insurance

    The houses can be renovated, but the lot and view cannot. Golf frontage, lakefront, and preserve lots consistently command higher premiums and resell faster than interior lots backing to another home. The premium you pay for a great homesite is the discount you avoid when you sell.

    The mistake is paying an estate price for a base interior lot. We help buyers spot which homesites carry real, durable premiums and which are dressed-up interiors, so your money lands where the market will give it back.

    Strongest resaleGolf frontage and lakefront homesites at Citrus Isles

    Golf & lakefront lots

    Open views over the course or the 26 community lakes. The scarcest, most in-demand homesites; they command the highest premiums and resell fastest.

    Strong resalePreserve-backing homesites at Citrus Isles

    Preserve lots

    Backing to protected preserve means privacy with no rear neighbor. A consistent favorite that holds value well above a standard interior lot.

    Moderate resaleCul-de-sac and larger interior homesites at Citrus Isles

    Cul-de-sac & larger lots

    Less traffic, more yard, and an easy walk to the club for some streets. A real but smaller premium that depends on the street and parcel size.

    Value tierStandard interior homesites at Citrus Isles

    Standard interior lots

    The most affordable way through the gates, and the best renovation value. Just do not pay a golf or lake price for one, this is where buyers most often overpay.

    Relative resale strength by lot and view, illustrative of how Citrus Isles homesites trade. The exact premium depends on the specific home, the view, and the street.

    Citrus Isles in 15 seconds.

    Best forBuyers who want a single-family waterfront home with direct ocean access and no fixed bridges.
    Biggest advantageDirect ocean access, no fixed bridges, and an east Fort Lauderdale location near downtown.
    Biggest riskSeawall and condition on mid-century waterfront housing stock.
    Sweet spotA sound waterfront home with deep-water access matched to canal comps.
    Avoid ifYou want a gated HOA community, new construction, or a maintenance-free lifestyle.

    HOA, CDD & Fees

    15-Second Take
    • No CDD, a real carrying-cost edge
    • Quarterly POA dues (Vesta) include Hotwire internet + cable
    • Club dues are separate and optional
    • Budget a renovation reserve for a 1990s home
    • The no-CDD edge beats Nocatee and RiverTown

    This is an established waterfront neighborhood rather than a mandatory deed-restricted HOA community; confirm whether any neighborhood or civic-association dues are voluntary and what they support with the listing.

    Any civic-association role here is typically community advocacy and events rather than maintenance or amenities; confirm the current arrangement and any voluntary dues per home.

    The takeaway

    Selling here is won on condition and view, not the Zestimate. The right number comes from closed comps matched to your renovation level and lot.

    Momentum listings (YTD)
    97.98%
    Sold-to-list ratio across our market for our agents, sellers keeping more of their price.
    Market average (YTD)
    96.73%
    The broader metro average sold-to-list ratio over the same period.
    Momentum days on market
    64 days
    Median days on market for our listings, faster sales mean less carrying cost and stronger leverage.
    Market days on market
    72 days
    The broader metro median over the same period.

    Sold-to-list and days-on-market figures reflect Momentum Realty listings versus our market average, year to date. Your home's result depends on pricing, condition, lot, view, and preparation.

    In Citrus Isles, condition and view decide your number

    Because buyers here are weighing your home against renovated comps and cross-shopping Lauderdale Isles, a home priced to the community average instead of its true condition and view either leaves money on the table or sits. A renovated kitchen, newer roof and HVAC, and a golf or lake view all deserve to show up in your price, and a buyer pool reading renovation math needs to be shown why your home is worth it. We build that case with real comps and a pricing strategy for the current market.

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    Citrus Isles Market Scorecard

    Balanced Market (limited data)

    Citrus Isles is currently a balanced market (limited data). Limited supply, a median asking price of n/a.

    n/a
    Months supply
    n/a
    Median list
    $1,347,500
    Median sold
    $677
    Per sqft
    n/a
    Days on mkt
    0/2/4
    Active/Pend/Sold

    Typical home value in the 33312 ZIP is $479,119, about 24.2% above the Florida norm (Zillow Home Value Index).

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    Live data: BeachesMLS, refreshed twice daily. Typical value: Zillow Research. Market metrics only; these describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Is Citrus Isles a gated community?
    No. Citrus Isles is not a gated community, based on third-party descriptions; confirm with the listing.
    What type of homes are in Citrus Isles?
    Citrus Isles is characterized by an established waterfront neighborhood of single-family homes built around 1954, on isles with direct ocean access and no fixed bridges, leading to the South Fork of the New River, many with private docks. Confirm the specifics of any individual home with the listing.
    Does Citrus Isles have an HOA?
    Confirm the homeowners association status and current dues for a specific Citrus Isles home with the listing, as published figures move.
    Does Citrus Isles have a CDD fee?
    This is an established single-family neighborhood rather than a deed-restricted HOA community; confirm any voluntary civic-association dues and the CDD status per parcel with the listing.
    What amenities does Citrus Isles offer?
    The defining feature is the water, isles with direct ocean access and no fixed bridges leading to the South Fork of the New River, with many homes offering private docks; this is a neighborhood rather than an amenity community. Confirm current amenity access and any associated fees with the listing.
    What schools serve Citrus Isles?
    Citrus Isles is in the Broward County Public Schools district; confirm the exact zoning for a specific home with the district. School assignment is by address and changes periodically, so confirm the exact zoning for a specific Citrus Isles home with the district.
    Where is Citrus Isles located?
    Citrus Isles is in Fort Lauderdale, Broward County, Florida (33312). It sits in east Fort Lauderdale, east of Interstate 95 and south of Davie Boulevard, near the South Fork of the New River.
    Is Citrus Isles a good place to buy?
    Citrus Isles offers an established waterfront neighborhood of single-family homes on isles with direct ocean access and no fixed bridges. The right read is a comparable-sales analysis on a specific home; this is not a guarantee of future value.
    How is the market in Citrus Isles?
    Inventory here is limited, so a single sale can move the averages. Read current pricing as context and lean on the comparable-sales analysis for a specific home.
    What is there to do near Citrus Isles?
    Citrus Isles puts everyday shopping, dining, and major roads within a short drive; see the commute section for approximate drive times, and confirm your real commute at your real departure time.
    Should I use the listing agent to buy in Citrus Isles?
    No. The listing agent works for the seller. Having your own representation is the highest-leverage decision you make on a purchase here.
    How do I sell a home in Citrus Isles?
    The right list price comes from recent comparable sales matched to your home's size, condition, and location, not an automated estimate. We build the case with real comps and a pricing strategy for the current market.
    Are there new listings in Citrus Isles before they hit the portals?
    We track Citrus Isles inventory from the live feed and can flag homes as they come available. Tell us your budget and timeline and we will send matches.
    Buyers who want a single-family waterfront home with direct ocean accessExcellent fit
    Buyers who value no fixed bridges for boatingExcellent fit
    Buyers who want an east Fort Lauderdale location near downtown and the airportExcellent fit
    Buyers who want a neighborhood without a mandatory HOAExcellent fit
    Buyers who want a gated, amenity-rich HOA communityProbably not
    Buyers who want new construction with a builder warrantyProbably not
    Buyers who want a turnkey home with no water-system due diligenceProbably not
    Buyers who want a high-rise or maintenance-free lifestyleProbably not

    Get the inside read on Citrus Isles

    Whether you are buying a renovation project, comparing the lots and views, weighing the carrying costs, or selling your Citrus Isles home, tell us what you need. Every inquiry comes straight to us. We represent you, not the seller, and what your agent is paid is negotiable and set in a written buyer agreement up front. No obligation, no spam, no high-pressure follow-up.

    We respond personally, usually the same day.

    You are all set.

    A Momentum Realty Citrus Isles specialist will reach out personally, usually the same day.

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