Hollywood Lakes in Hollywood

Hollywood Lakes

Established 1988 · Intracoastal West · ZIP 32224

Hollywood's oldest and most prestigious neighborhood, with twin lakes, historic estates, and dockage near the Intracoastal and the beach.

Historic estatesTwin lakes and docksWalk to downtown and beach
Live Market Pulse
43/100
Momentum
Buyer-Leaning Market
Tight supply keeps sellers in control, but dated interiors still trade at a discount, so condition is where buyers win.
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Built fromLive BeachesMLS data14 years of closingsLocal renovation analysisUpdated twice daily
LiveMarket PulseBeachesMLS
$760K
Median Price
6.9mo
Supply
106days
Avg DOM
Soft
Seller Leverage
$460/sf
Median $/Sqft
-6%
1-Yr Price Change
0now
Distress
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

"Hollywood Lakes is the city's oldest and most established neighborhood, the original Joseph Young plan east of US-1 built around twin manmade lakes flanking Hollywood Boulevard. The appeal is character plus water plus walkability: historic homes on tree-lined streets, North and South Lake with private docks, and an easy reach to downtown Hollywood and the beach. The read is that this is a lot-and-location buy with wide variation, 1920s estates, midcentury homes, and new construction share the streets, so condition and exactly what the home backs to, lakefront, Intracoastal-access canal, or interior, drive value far more than the headline number. On the water, confirm the dock, the depth, and whether the route reaches the Intracoastal and the ocean."

Jon Brooks, founder, Momentum Realty · Updated June 2026

The 60-Second Overview

Hollywood Lakes market snapshot (as of June 13, 2026): the median sale price is about $760K ($460 per sq ft), with homes averaging 106 days on market and 6.9 months of supply, a buyer-leaning market. Based on 75 recent closings in live BeachesMLS data.

Hollywood Lakes is the oldest neighborhood in Hollywood (ZIP 33019), east of US-1 roughly between Washington and Johnson Streets, part of city founder Joseph Young's original 1920s plan. It is built around twin manmade lakes, North Lake and South Lake, that flank Hollywood Boulevard as the neighborhood's centerpiece.

The area is known for architectural variety and historic character: Mediterranean Revival villas, 1920s bungalows, midcentury homes, and contemporary estates on tree-lined streets, with parks and open space set aside in the original plan. Many homes sit on the lakes or on canals connected to the Intracoastal Waterway.

Water is central. South Lake is a no-wake area where residents can water-ski and jet-ski from their own docks, and the neighborhood borders the Intracoastal and, beyond it, the Atlantic. A small marina near the confluence of the Stranahan River and the north lake adds to the boating access.

The lifestyle is walkable and central: minutes to downtown Hollywood's dining and the historic ArtsPark, a short trip to the Hollywood Beach Broadwalk, and roughly ten miles to Fort Lauderdale. This is a non-gated neighborhood, so value turns on the street, the water, and the condition of an often older home.

Best for

  • Buyers who want a historic, character-rich home near downtown Hollywood and the beach
  • Boaters who want a lakefront or Intracoastal-access dock, including no-wake South Lake
  • Buyers who value walkability, tree-lined streets, and architectural variety
  • Buyers comfortable with a non-gated, established neighborhood rather than a master plan

Probably not for

  • Buyers who want a gated community with uniform new stock and amenities
  • Buyers who want suburban space rather than an in-town historic lot
  • Buyers unwilling to budget renovation or read historic considerations on older homes
  • Buyers expecting interior pricing to match the lakefront and waterfront homes

How Hollywood Lakes is performing right now

43/100
momentum
Buyer-Leaning Market
Seller's marketBalancedBuyer's market
6.9Months of supplytight
66Median days on marketdays
12 : 43Under contract vs for salestrong demand
75Sold in last 12 monthsliquidity
+127%Median price since 2012appreciation
+28%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 13, 2026. Refreshed twice daily. Months of supply, days on market, and the contract-to-listing ratio are computed from current Hollywood Lakes listings and the trailing twelve months of closed sales.

8.6A- score
Momentum intelligence
Momentum buy score

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

Homes For Sale Right Now in Hollywood Lakes

Live MLS inventory for Hollywood Lakes. 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.

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The takeaway

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

Downtown Hollywood and ArtsPark~5 min · dining, shops, and events
Hollywood Beach Broadwalk (Atlantic Ocean)~5 to 10 min · east across the Intracoastal
I-95 (Hollywood Blvd)~8 to 12 min · approximate, varies with traffic
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood (FLL)~10 to 15 min · north via US-1 or I-95
Downtown Fort Lauderdale~20 to 25 min · about 10 miles north
Aventura and north Miami-Dade~15 to 25 min · south via US-1 or I-95

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
Hollywood Lakes (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

Hollywood Lakes 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 Hollywood Lakes address.

The takeaway

What is actually shaping value in Hollywood Lakes, sourced and dated. We do not publish rumor.

Recent Developments in Hollywood Lakes

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

Net OutlookBullishThe structural story is scarce historic, walkable, water-oriented land in Hollywood's oldest neighborhood, a fixed supply close to both downtown and the beach. The near-term watch items are the pace of renovation and new construction and waterfront insurance and seawall costs.

Historic Joseph Young plan with twin lakes

BullishA planned historic neighborhood with twin lakes, parks, and tree-lined streets is a scarce, distinctive setting that supports durable demand. impact
SignificanceRadius: Neighborhood

Historic Joseph Young plan with twin lakes

Lakefront and Intracoastal-access dockage

BullishLakefront docks, no-wake South Lake, and canals connected to the Intracoastal anchor the value of waterfront homes. impact
SignificanceRadius: Waterfront blocks

Lakefront and Intracoastal-access dockage

Renovation and new construction among historic homes

NeutralNew and reimagined homes share streets with 1920s and midcentury houses, lifting comps but making condition and character key to each home's value. impact
SignificanceRadius: Neighborhood

Renovation and new construction among historic homes

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 Hollywood Lakes, 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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  1. 1920s
    History

    Hollywood Lakes planned as Hollywood's premier neighborhood

    Neighborhood histories describe Hollywood Lakes as part of founder Joseph Young's original 1920s plan for the city, with twin manmade lakes flanking Hollywood Boulevard and large homes and parks set as focal points, making it Hollywood's oldest neighborhood. Why it matters: The historic plan and water features are central to the appeal, but they also mean older homes; confirm renovation needs and any historic considerations for a specific home. Confirm current details locally. Source

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 Hollywood Lakes, this is the order of operations we would run, and the one we run for our clients.

1

Price by what the home backs to. Lakefront, Intracoastal-access canal, and interior lots trade very differently; confirm the exact water access before you value a home.

2

Read the dock and the water. On lakefront and canal homes, confirm dock condition, water depth, seawall age, and whether the route reaches the Intracoastal and the ocean for your boat.

3

Check historic considerations. On older homes, confirm whether any historic designation or preservation constraints affect renovation or rebuild plans before you write.

4

Budget renovation honestly on older stock. 1920s and midcentury homes can carry meaningful roof, systems, and modernization costs; price them, not just the charm.

5

Use your own representation. On a purchase where the street, the water, and historic character swing value, the listing agent works for the seller; have someone read it for you.

Best Buy
A sound or sensitively renovated home on a desirable street, lakefront or with Intracoastal-access and a usable dock if boating matters, priced to comparable nearby sales.
Biggest Risk
Underpricing renovation or historic constraints on an older home, or overpaying for an interior lot at waterfront prices.
Best Lot
Lakefront and Intracoastal-access canal homes, then the most walkable historic streets.
Smart Timing
Confirm waterfront insurance, seawall, and any historic considerations before you commit.
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

Hollywood Lakes is the oldest neighborhood in Hollywood, east of US-1 between roughly Washington and Johnson Streets, part of founder Joseph Young's original 1920s plan. It is built around twin manmade lakes, North Lake and South Lake, that flank Hollywood Boulevard, with parks and open space set into the plan. Housing ranges from Mediterranean Revival villas and 1920s bungalows to midcentury homes and contemporary estates, many on the lakes or on canals connected to the Intracoastal Waterway; South Lake is a no-wake area where residents can water-ski from their docks. The neighborhood is walkable to downtown Hollywood and a short trip to the Hollywood Beach Broadwalk. It is non-gated rather than a master-planned HOA community, so value is driven by the street, water access, condition, and historic character. Confirm any preservation considerations, waterfront and seawall details, and the school assignment by address before relying on them.

The takeaway

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

Entry: historic bungalows and interior homes
$605K to $730K

Smaller historic bungalows and interior homes away from the water, the more attainable way in. Condition, lot, and walkability drive value here more than size.

Lowest entry
Core: renovated and estate homes
$730K to $1.35M

Renovated historic and midcentury homes and larger interior estates on tree-lined streets. Renovation level, character, and street set where these land.

Most inventory
Top: lakefront and Intracoastal-access estates
$1.35M to $1.59M

Homes on the lakes or Intracoastal-access canals with private docks, including reimagined and new estates. The water and the dock set the top of the range.

Strongest resale

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

$605K to $730K
Entry: historic bungalows and interior homes
Smaller historic bungalows and interior homes away from the water, the more attainable way in. Condition, lot, and walkability drive value here more than size.
$730K to $1.35M
Core: renovated and estate homes
Renovated historic and midcentury homes and larger interior estates on tree-lined streets. Renovation level, character, and street set where these land.
$1.35M to $1.59M
Top: lakefront and Intracoastal-access estates
Homes on the lakes or Intracoastal-access canals with private docks, including reimagined and new estates. The water and the dock set the top of the range.

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 Intracoastal West 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 Hollywood Lakes

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 history, the lakes, and the walk to downtown and the beach are priced into the address. The deal is won or lost on the street, the water, and an honest read of an older home.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty
8.4A- · Buy Score
Resale Strength8.5/10
Renovation Risk6.0/10
Location Efficiency9.0/10
Long-Term Defensibility8.4/10
Carrying Cost Advantage6.6/10

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 Hollywood Lakes 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
GolfLake / 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
  • Lakefront and Intracoastal-access homes hold value best
  • The most walkable historic streets come next
  • Historic character and condition swing value widely
  • The location and the water are what you cannot reproduce
  • Read the street and the dock before the finishes

In Hollywood Lakes the value drivers are location and water access, then condition and character. Lakefront homes and those on Intracoastal-access canals with private docks carry the clear premium, while the most walkable historic streets come next and interior homes trade below the water. Because 1920s, midcentury, and newly built homes share the neighborhood, condition and any preservation considerations matter as much as the lot. Compare a home against the closest sales on similar streets, and weigh the water, the dock, and the historic character alongside the renovations.

Hollywood Lakes in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want a historic, walkable Hollywood home near downtown and the beach, with lake or canal dockage if they boat.
Strong onScarce historic character, twin lakes and parks, walkability, and lakefront or Intracoastal-access dockage.
WatchWhether a home is waterfront or not, renovation and historic considerations, dock and seawall condition, and insurance on older homes.
Not forBuyers who want a gated, amenity-rich community, suburban space, or a turnkey new build.
The edgeHistoric, walkable, water-oriented land in Hollywood's oldest neighborhood is a fixed, scarce supply that supports value over time.

HOA, CDD & Fees

15-Second Take
  • Generally no mandatory master HOA for single-family homes
  • The lifestyle is the lakes, downtown, and the beach
  • Lakefront and canal homes carry dock and seawall costs
  • Older and historic homes can carry renovation needs
  • Confirm any historic or preservation considerations per home

Hollywood Lakes is a historic, non-gated neighborhood rather than a mandatory-HOA community, so single-family homes generally do not carry a master association fee. A voluntary civic association may exist for the neighborhood. Confirm whether any dues or specific-building association applies to a home, and budget waterfront and older-home carrying costs separately.

There is generally no mandatory community HOA for single-family homes; city services and public parks serve the neighborhood. Any condominium dues and waterfront costs are separate.

There is no community club; the lifestyle centers on the lakes, downtown Hollywood, and the beach rather than a private amenity club.

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 Hollywood Lakes, condition and view decide your number

Because buyers here are weighing your home against renovated comps and cross-shopping Hollywood Lakes, 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.

What is your Hollywood Lakes home worth?

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Real comps, not a Zestimate.

Price History: What Homes Here Have Actually Sold For

Median sale prices in Hollywood Lakes year by year since 2012, from closed MLS sales. A long track record beats a single estimate, showing what this community has really done through rate cycles rather than what a model predicts.

Hollywood Lakes Market Scorecard

Strong seller's market

Hollywood Lakes is currently a strong seller's market. About 2.2 months of supply, a median asking price of $1,099,999, and homes go under contract in about 68 days.

2.2
Months supply
$1,099,999
Median list
$847,500
Median sold
$321
Per sqft
68
Days on mkt
7/6/39
Active/Pend/Sold

Typical home value in the 32224 ZIP is $456,759, about 13.7% 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 Hollywood Lakes a gated community?
No. Hollywood Lakes is a historic, non-gated neighborhood east of US-1 in Hollywood, the city's oldest residential area.
Is there an HOA in Hollywood Lakes?
Single-family homes generally are not part of a mandatory master HOA, though a voluntary civic association may exist and condominiums have their own associations. Confirm what applies to a specific home.
What are the lakes in Hollywood Lakes?
The neighborhood is built around twin manmade lakes, North Lake and South Lake, that flank Hollywood Boulevard. South Lake is a no-wake area where residents can water-ski and jet-ski from their own docks.
Can I keep a boat with ocean access here?
Many homes sit on the lakes or on canals connected to the Intracoastal, with a route toward the ocean. Water depth, dock condition, and any bridge clearance vary, so verify navigability for your boat on a specific home.
Are the homes historic?
Many are. The neighborhood blends 1920s Mediterranean Revival villas and bungalows with midcentury homes and new construction. Confirm whether any historic designation or preservation constraints affect a specific home.
How walkable is Hollywood Lakes?
Very. Downtown Hollywood's dining and ArtsPark are minutes away, and the Hollywood Beach Broadwalk is a short trip east across the Intracoastal.
How far is Fort Lauderdale or the airport?
Fort Lauderdale is about ten miles north, and Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport is roughly ten to fifteen minutes away, depending on traffic.
What kinds of homes are in Hollywood Lakes?
A range from historic bungalows and Mediterranean villas to midcentury homes and large lakefront and waterfront estates, with wide variation in age, condition, and price.
What schools serve Hollywood Lakes?
The neighborhood is part of Broward County Public Schools. Assignment is by address and changes periodically, so confirm the exact zoned schools for a specific home with the district.
Is Hollywood Lakes a good investment?
Scarce historic, walkable, water-oriented land in Hollywood's oldest neighborhood supports durable demand. As with any historic and waterfront market, the street, the water, condition, and character drive the outcome; this is not a guarantee of future value.
Should I use the listing agent to buy here?
No. The listing agent works for the seller. On a purchase where the street, the water, and historic character swing value, having your own representation is the highest-leverage decision you make.
What is the Hollywood Lakes area like?
It is a quiet, historic, water-oriented neighborhood of tree-lined streets and varied architecture, walkable to downtown Hollywood and a short trip to the beach.
You want a historic, character-rich home near downtown Hollywood and the beachExcellent fit
You want a lakefront or Intracoastal-access dock, including no-wake South LakeExcellent fit
You value walkability, tree-lined streets, and architectural varietyExcellent fit
You are comfortable with a non-gated, established neighborhood rather than a master planExcellent fit
You will price by what the home backs to and read older-home condition honestlyExcellent fit
You want a gated community with uniform new stock and amenitiesProbably not
You want suburban space rather than an in-town historic lotProbably not
You are unwilling to budget renovation or read historic considerationsProbably not
You expect interior pricing to match the lakefront and waterfront homesProbably not
You want a private amenity club at the center of the communityProbably not

Get the inside read on Hollywood Lakes

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Hollywood Lakes median home price history from 2012 to 2026, chart by Momentum Realty
Median sale price in Hollywood Lakes, Florida by year (2012 to 2026). Source: Momentum Realty.
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