Dolphin Isles
Homes for Sale in Fort Lauderdale, FL
All 2,151 homes for sale in Fort Lauderdale, FL · median $680,000 · 142 homes for sale in 33305 · Broward County homes for sale
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As of September 2026, Dolphin Isles in Fort Lauderdale, FL has 2 homes for sale. Homes listed or recently sold were built 1953–2026 with 2 new construction.
| Location | Fort Lauderdale, Broward County, FL · ZIP 33305, 33308 |
|---|---|
| Homes in the community | 53 (FL DOR 2025 assessment roll) |
| Years built | 1953–2020 (median 1965) |
| Typical living area | 2,849 sq ft (median) |
| Amenities listed by sellers | Park, Trail(s) |
| For sale right now | 2 active, 0 pending · median asking $3,000,000 · 24.0 months of supply |
| Owner-occupied (homestead) share | 56% |
Data as of September 20, 2026. 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; housing-stock figures from Florida Department of Revenue public records. Market figures describe homes, not residents. Cite as: Momentum Realty, “Dolphin Isles key facts,” movewithmomentum.com/neighborhoods/dolphin-isles, data as of September 20, 2026.
Dolphin Isles in Fort Lauderdale carries a name that suggests waterfront access, but without current MLS data on amenities or pricing, we're working from location and reputation alone. The community sits in Broward County's coastal corridor, where proximity to the Intracoastal and Atlantic typically drives premium positioning. What you pay here reflects condition, water views, and the scarcity of available inventory more than any predictable formula.
With only one closing recorded in the trailing twelve months, this is a thin market—neither hot nor distressed, simply quiet. That single transaction tells us almost nothing about momentum or trend. For buyers, it means few comps and potentially extended negotiation windows. For sellers, it means patience and realistic pricing based on what's actually moving in adjacent Fort Lauderdale waterfront pockets.
Dolphin Isles right now
🟢 Buyer-leaning market. 24.0 months of supply and 0% of the inventory already under contract give buyers above-average negotiating leverage.Why it matters: months of supply is how long today's inventory would last at today's sales pace; under-contract share is the portion of homes for sale that already have a buyer.Momentum Research analysis of Beaches MLS records, as of September 20, 2026. Confidence: Low (2 active and pending listings, 1 closed sales in 12 months).
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· Updated September 27, 2026 · Live data: Beaches MLS, refreshed twice daily · MLS facts carry their source; interpretation lines are Momentum Research · Data sources & freshness
The 60-Second Overview
Dolphin Isles is a low-volume Fort Lauderdale enclave where scarcity defines the market more than any statistical trend; one closing in a year means buyers and sellers alike are navigating on instinct and comparable sales from neighboring communities.
BeachesMLS sales records identify 24 homes in Dolphin Isles that have changed hands since 2007, built between 1951 and 2016 (median 1957), with a median living area of about 2,506 sq ft and a typical 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath layout; 100% are single-family homes. Source: BeachesMLS closed-sale history compiled by Momentum Research; counts reflect homes with a recorded MLS sale, not every home in the community.
County records show 3 qualified sales in Dolphin Isles across 2024–2025 (1 in 2024, 2 in 2025), median $1.80M — the last recorded sale per parcel on the Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll, independent of the MLS.
Pre-construction details are compiled from public records, builder announcements and builder listings, and are subject to change without notice; figures are deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Momentum Research figures are our own analysis. This page describes homes, pricing and community attributes, not residents.
The setting & the homes.
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Who Dolphin Isles is best for.
Best for
- Cash buyers seeking a quiet Fort Lauderdale address with minimal market noise and no urgency to transact quickly
- Long-term holders who prioritize location over liquidity and are comfortable with infrequent comparable sales
- Buyers who value low-density residential character and are willing to self-educate on waterfront nuances without recent transaction data
Probably not for
- First-time buyers who need recent comps and predictable appraisal outcomes to satisfy lender underwriting
- Investors seeking quarterly liquidity or reliable rent comps for cash-flow modeling
- Buyers who want shared amenities, active HOA programming, or a community with visible market momentum and frequent turnover
The market around Dolphin Isles
Dolphin Isles is too small for its own price trend, so here is the market around it.
In ZIP 33305, 233 homes are on the market and 14% are under contract — a slower corner of Fort Lauderdale.
Across Broward County, 14,300 homes are active and 3,189 pending (18% under contract).
In ZIP 33305 (Fort Lauderdale), 358 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $732K ($500/sq ft), up 2.8% year over year, with a median 52 days on market. Right now 170 active and 43 pending listings put supply at about 5.4 months — a buyer's market. See the live ZIP 33305 housing market and the Broward County market.
ZIP and county figures describe the wider market, not Dolphin Isles specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.
Housing distress & ownership in Dolphin Isles, Fort Lauderdale
Who owns here, how much is not owner-occupied, and how much for-sale inventory is under distress.
Source: Momentum Realty Research. Ownership & parcels from the FL DOR 2025 tax roll; distress from MLS active-listing status/remarks; price from MLS closed sales. 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. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Homes For Sale Right Now in Dolphin Isles
Live MLS inventory for Dolphin 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.
Active and pending Dolphin Isles listings as of 2026-09-26, 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.
Every Home for Sale in Dolphin Isles Right Now (1)
All 1 active and pending Dolphin Isles listings with a detail page, newest first, refreshed twice a day from the MLS.
- 3201 NE 26th Street · $3,100,000 · 4 bd / 4 ba · listed Aug 22, 2026 · listed by Native Realty Co.
Dolphin Isles on the map.
Every active, pending, and recently sold home, plotted. Toggle the layers and tap a home for the details.
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Schools
- Broward County Public Schools
- Verify the zoned schools by address
- Magnet and choice options may be available
- Bayview · Elementary
- Sunrise · Middle
- Fort Lauderdale · High
Zoned schools reflect the assignments reported on recent Dolphin Isles listings and can change; always confirm with Broward County Public Schools for a specific address.
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The Dolphin Isles buying strategy.
If we were buying in Dolphin Isles today, this is the order of operations we would run for our clients.
Underwrite the condition first. Price the roof, HVAC, and systems honestly before judging any list price; condition swings value here more than square footage alone.
Match the home to real comps. Recent sales of similar condition and lot, not the asking price, tell you what a home is worth.
Use your leverage. With inventory sitting, there is room to negotiate on anything dated or overpriced and to ask for repairs or a rate buydown.
Line up financing and inspection early. A pre-approval and an inspection plan let you act fast and negotiate from evidence.
Keep an agent in your corner. The listing agent works for the seller; we represent you and prepare a hand-built valuation before any offer in Dolphin Isles.
A market defined by absence
When a community records one closing in twelve months, the usual market metrics—days on market, inventory churn, price appreciation—lose their meaning. Dolphin Isles isn't failing; it's simply not transacting at a pace that generates reliable data. This happens in smaller enclaves where owners hold long-term, turnover is episodic, and each sale is a one-off negotiation rather than part of a visible trend.
Fort Lauderdale's broader coastal market provides context: waterfront and near-water homes command premiums that hinge on view corridors, dock rights, and walkability to the beach. Dolphin Isles likely follows that playbook, but without active comps, appraisers and lenders will pull from adjacent neighborhoods—Oakland Park Boulevard corridor, Coral Ridge Isles, or other Intracoastal-adjacent pockets. If you're buying here, your agent's ability to build a defensible comp set matters more than any algorithm.
The absence of identified community amenities in current listings suggests either a low-key residential enclave without clubhouse or pool infrastructure, or simply that sellers aren't spotlighting shared features. Either way, the value proposition is location and home condition, not lifestyle programming.
The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Dolphin Isles. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.
Why work with Momentum here
Thin markets require brokers who can build comp sets across neighborhood lines and negotiate without the crutch of recent sales. Momentum's analysts track Fort Lauderdale's waterfront corridors daily, so we know which adjacent communities provide defensible comparables and which appraisers will accept them. We'll also tell you when Dolphin Isles isn't the right fit—if another enclave two miles south offers better liquidity or clearer title history, you'll hear it from us before you write an offer.
Dolphin Isles in 15 seconds.
HOA, CDD & Fees
- HOA status not on record. Verify any dues before you offer
- Any club/amenity membership is billed separately
Confirm the current HOA dues, exactly what they cover, and any CDD bond or special assessment for a specific address before you offer.
Tools for a Dolphin Isles buy.
Free calculators to pressure-test the real cost before you tour.
Selling here is won on condition and pricing to real comps, not an automated estimate. The right number comes from closed Dolphin Isles sales matched to your home.
Price it to the comps and condition, not an automated estimate.
If you are thinking about selling in Dolphin Isles, the right list price comes from recent comparable sales matched to your home's condition and location, not an automated estimate.
What is your Dolphin Isles home worth?
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13% of homes for sale in ZIP 33305 are already under contract (under contract ÷ under contract + active listings) — a read on how much of the available inventory buyers have already claimed. Source: MLS data (2026-09-26).
Frequently Asked Questions
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Data sources & freshness
| Live listings | Beaches MLS, refreshed twice daily (last: September 26, 2026) |
| Housing stock & ownership | Florida DOR assessment roll (street-list match (1 streets, ZIP 33305/33308)) |
| Under-contract shares | Beaches MLS records, as of 2026-09-20 |
| Historical depth | Closed-sale records back to 2007 (36 transactions analyzed) |
Verify the primary sources yourself: Florida DOR · U.S. Census · FEMA flood maps · Citizens Property Insurance.
Momentum Research figures are our own analysis of Beaches MLS records; MLS data is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Methodology: how Momentum market scores are computed. Market metrics describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.
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