Hollywood South Side in Hollywood

Hollywood South Side

Established 1988 · Intracoastal West · ZIP 32224

An established, central single-family Hollywood neighborhood just south of downtown, generally no HOA.

Established single-familyGenerally no HOAWalkable to downtown
Live Market Pulse
59/100
Momentum
Balanced Market (limited data)
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
$452K
Median Price
2mo
Supply
293days
Avg DOM
Balanced
Seller Leverage
$366/sf
Median $/Sqft
-6%
1-Yr Price Change
0now
Distress
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

"Hollywood South Side is an established, central neighborhood just south of downtown Hollywood, an older, generally no-HOA single-family area where value turns on condition and lot rather than amenities. It offers walkable proximity to downtown Hollywood and a short drive to the beach at a more attainable entry than the waterfront sections. The read is condition-and-lot first, read the roof and systems on older homes, comp within the pocket, and confirm any association status and school zoning. This profile reflects the neighborhood's general character; confirm the specifics for a given home."

Jon Brooks, founder, Momentum Realty · Updated June 2026

The 60-Second Overview

Hollywood South Side market snapshot (as of June 13, 2026): the median sale price is about $452K ($366 per sq ft), with homes averaging 293 days on market and 2.0 months of supply, a balanced market (limited data). Based on 6 recent closings in live BeachesMLS data.

Hollywood South Side is an established, mostly single-family neighborhood just south of downtown Hollywood (around ZIP 33020), one of the city's older central pockets near the Young Circle and downtown area.

Homes are generally older single-family houses with a range of styles and updates, offering a more attainable, walkable-to-downtown entry point than Hollywood's waterfront sections.

Most homes are not part of a mandatory homeowners association, so standards follow City of Hollywood and Broward County codes, and value turns on the condition and lot of an older home rather than amenities.

The draw is a central, walkable location near downtown Hollywood's dining and ArtsPark, with the beach a short drive east. This guide reflects the neighborhood's general character; confirm the details for a specific home.

Best for

  • Buyers who want an established single-family home walkable to downtown Hollywood
  • Buyers who want a generally no-HOA neighborhood at a more attainable price
  • Buyers comfortable reading the condition of an older home
  • Buyers who value a central, walkable location near downtown and the beach

Probably not for

  • Buyers who want a gated, amenity-rich community with one HOA
  • Buyers who want waterfront or new construction
  • Buyers who want uniform stock and enforced design standards next door
  • Buyers unwilling to budget renovation on older homes

How Hollywood South Side is performing right now

59/100
momentum
Balanced Market (limited data)
Seller's marketBalancedBuyer's market
2Months of supplytight
293Median days on marketdays
1 : 1Under contract vs for salestrong demand
6Sold in last 12 monthsliquidity
+127%Median price since 2012appreciation
+13%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 South Side 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 South Side buys, holds, and resells. See the five factors.

Homes For Sale Right Now in Hollywood South Side

Live MLS inventory for Hollywood South Side. 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 Hollywood South Side listings as of 2026-06-13, 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.

Downtown Hollywood and Young Circle / ArtsPark~5 min · dining and events
Hollywood Beach (Atlantic Ocean)~10 to 15 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
US-1 (Federal Highway) corridor~3 to 5 min · shops and dining
Aventura and north Miami-Dade~20 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 South Side (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 South Side 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 South Side address.

The takeaway

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

Recent Developments in Hollywood South Side

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

Net OutlookBullishThe structural story is steady demand for an established, walkable-to-downtown single-family home at a more attainable price. The watch items are the condition of older homes and insurance and renovation costs.

Walkable proximity to downtown Hollywood

BullishA central, walkable location near downtown dining and the beach supports steady, value-oriented demand. impact
SignificanceRadius: Neighborhood

Walkable proximity to downtown Hollywood

Older housing stock, generally no HOA

NeutralOlder homes and no association mean condition and upkeep vary; the renovation level drives value. impact
SignificanceRadius: Neighborhood

Older housing stock, generally no HOA

Central Hollywood access

BullishQuick access to US-1, I-95, the airport, and the beach supports the neighborhood's appeal. impact
SignificanceRadius: Area

Central Hollywood access

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 South Side, 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. Established neighborhood
    Overview

    Hollywood South Side as an established central neighborhood

    Hollywood South Side is an established, mostly single-family, generally no-HOA neighborhood just south of downtown Hollywood, a more attainable, walkable alternative to the city's waterfront sections, with value driven by the condition and lot of older homes. Why it matters: This reflects the neighborhood's general character; specific distinguishing facts vary by home, so confirm condition, HOA status, and school zoning for a particular property. 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 South Side, this is the order of operations we would run, and the one we run for our clients.

1

Read the home's condition closely. On older homes, confirm the roof, systems, and any updates, and budget the modernization honestly.

2

Confirm the HOA status. Verify whether there are any dues or rules for the specific home.

3

Verify the school zoning by address. Confirm the exact assignment with Broward County Public Schools for a specific home.

4

Comp within the pocket. Price against the closest comparable on similar streets and lots, not a city-wide average.

5

Confirm the specifics. Because neighborhood-level detail varies, verify lot size, additions, and any flood or insurance considerations for the exact home.

Best Buy
An updated single-family home on a good lot priced to comparable updated sales nearby.
Biggest Risk
Underbudgeting renovation on an older home, or overpaying for a dated home at updated-home prices.
Best Lot
Larger or corner lots and updated homes hold value over smaller, dated interior ones.
Smart Timing
Demand is steady; condition and pricing to comparable homes matter more than timing here.
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 South Side is an established, mostly single-family neighborhood just south of downtown Hollywood, one of the city's older central pockets near the Young Circle and downtown area. Homes are generally older single-family houses with varied styles and updates, and most are not part of a mandatory homeowners association, so standards follow City of Hollywood and Broward County codes. The location is central and walkable to downtown Hollywood's dining and ArtsPark, with the beach a short drive east. This guide reflects the neighborhood's general character; value turns on condition and lot, so confirm the HOA status, the home's condition, and the school assignment by address for a specific home before relying on them.

The takeaway

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

Entry: original homes
$330K to $425K

Older, original-condition homes, the more attainable way in. The cost to update and the lot drive value more than the asking number.

Lowest entry
Core: updated single-family homes
$425K to $580K

Renovated homes with newer kitchens, baths, and systems, the heart of the neighborhood. Condition and lot set where these land.

Most inventory
High: larger updated homes
$580K to $1.03M

Larger or fully reimagined homes on better lots, the top of the local range. Move-in condition and lot drive the premium.

Strongest resale

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

$330K to $425K
Entry: original homes
Older, original-condition homes, the more attainable way in. The cost to update and the lot drive value more than the asking number.
$425K to $580K
Core: updated single-family homes
Renovated homes with newer kitchens, baths, and systems, the heart of the neighborhood. Condition and lot set where these land.
$580K to $1.03M
High: larger updated homes
Larger or fully reimagined homes on better lots, the top of the local range. Move-in condition and lot drive the premium.

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 South Side

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 walkable, central location is the draw. The deal is won or lost on the condition, the lot, and an honest read of an older home, not the neighborhood name.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty
7.6B · Buy Score
Resale Strength7.8/10
Renovation Risk6.4/10
Location Efficiency8.4/10
Long-Term Defensibility7.6/10
Carrying Cost Advantage8.0/10

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 South Side 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
  • Larger and corner lots hold value best
  • Updated homes beat dated, original ones
  • Condition is the biggest swing with no HOA
  • Walkability to downtown is the durable draw
  • Comp within the pocket, not the city average

In Hollywood South Side the value drivers are condition and the lot, then the walkable location. Updated single-family homes on larger or corner lots hold value better than dated interior homes, and because there is generally no HOA enforcing standards, the renovation level varies and matters. The durable draw is the central, walkable location near downtown and the beach. Compare a home against the closest sale on similar streets and lots rather than a city-wide average, and confirm the specifics for the exact property.

Hollywood South Side in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want an established single-family home walkable to downtown Hollywood at a more attainable price.
Strong onSingle-family character, walkability to downtown, a generally no-HOA structure, and a short drive to the beach.
WatchOlder-home condition and renovation needs, the variation in upkeep with no HOA, and confirming specifics per home.
Not forBuyers who want a gated amenity community, waterfront, or new construction.
The edgeAn updated single-family home walkable to downtown at a more attainable price is a durable value when the condition checks out.

HOA, CDD & Fees

15-Second Take
  • Most homes carry no mandatory HOA
  • The draw is walkability to downtown and the central location
  • Older stock means condition varies; read each home
  • Confirm HOA status and school zoning per home
  • Verify specifics, neighborhood detail varies by property

Most homes in Hollywood South Side are not part of a mandatory homeowners association, so there are generally no HOA dues; standards follow City of Hollywood and Broward County codes. Confirm whether any dues or rules apply to the specific home, and budget for the upkeep of an older home.

There is generally no HOA for the single-family homes, so no HOA-funded common areas; any specific pocket association would be separate. Recreation is public parks and downtown facilities.

There is no community club. The lifestyle centers on downtown Hollywood, the beach, and public parks 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 South Side, condition and view decide your number

Because buyers here are weighing your home against renovated comps and cross-shopping Hollywood Hills, 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 South Side home worth?

Get a no-obligation home value based on real comparable sales in Hollywood South Side matched to your condition, lot, and view, not an automated guess. Tell us about your home and we will personally prepare your numbers and a pricing strategy. No obligation, no spam.

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Real comps, not a Zestimate.

Price History: What Homes Here Have Actually Sold For

Median sale prices in Hollywood South Side 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 South Side Market Scorecard

Strong seller's market

Hollywood South Side 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).

Zoom out for the wider market: ZIP market scorecard · county scorecard.

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 South Side a gated community?
No. It is an established, non-gated, mostly single-family neighborhood just south of downtown Hollywood.
Does Hollywood South Side have an HOA?
Most single-family homes are not part of a mandatory homeowners association, so there are generally no HOA dues. Confirm whether any dues or rules apply to a specific home.
What kinds of homes are here?
Mostly established single-family homes with a range of styles and updates. Because the stock is older, condition and lot drive value more than the floor plan.
How walkable is it to downtown?
Very. Downtown Hollywood, Young Circle, and ArtsPark are minutes away, with the beach a short drive east.
What schools serve the neighborhood?
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 there a CDD fee?
There is generally no HOA here, and you should confirm whether any special assessment applies to a specific parcel as a matter of course.
Should I worry about home condition?
Read it closely. Because the stock is older and there is generally no association enforcing standards, confirm the roof, systems, and updates and budget renovation honestly.
How far is the beach?
Hollywood Beach is roughly ten to fifteen minutes east across the Intracoastal.
Is Hollywood South Side a good investment?
An established, walkable single-family neighborhood near downtown supports steady demand at a more attainable price. As with any older no-HOA stock, condition and the lot 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. Because condition and the lot drive value in a no-HOA neighborhood, having your own representation to read the home and the comps is the highest-leverage decision you make.
What is the area like?
It is a settled, central, mostly single-family Hollywood neighborhood just south of downtown, walkable to dining and a short drive to the beach.
You want an established single-family home walkable to downtown HollywoodExcellent fit
You want a generally no-HOA neighborhood at a more attainable priceExcellent fit
You are comfortable reading the condition of an older homeExcellent fit
You value a central, walkable location near downtown and the beachExcellent fit
You will comp within the pocket and confirm specifics per homeExcellent fit
You want a gated, amenity-rich community with one HOAProbably not
You want waterfront or new constructionProbably not
You want uniform stock and enforced design standards next doorProbably not
You are unwilling to budget renovation on older homesProbably not
You want a private amenity club at the center of the communityProbably not

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