LAKE SURPRISE ESTATES
Homes for Sale in Key Largo, FL

Community in Key Largo · Monroe County · ZIP 33037
364 homesBuilt 1947–2024
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Built fromLive floridakeys data25 years of closingsFL DOR public recordsUpdated twice daily
Live · LAKE SURPRISE ESTATES Housing Pulse floridakeys + public records Analysis by Momentum Realty · $3.5B+ sold · 8,500+ transactions · Top 1% in Florida (RealTrends)
Tempo
2
Sold · last 12 mo
10-yr average: about 2 a year
Ownership and context
28%
Owner-occupied · LAKE SURPRISE ESTATES
106 of 382 parcels homesteaded (FL DOR 2025)
72%
Non-owner-occupied · LAKE SURPRISE ESTATES
incl. 18% trust or LLC-held · 6% out-of-state
0%
Cash buyers · LAKE SURPRISE ESTATES
0 of 4 sales, 12 mo ending July 2024
364
Homes in the community
plus 18 vacant residential lots · 382 residential parcels (FL DOR 2025)
Track record · 25 years of records
Est. 1947
Community established
homes built 1947-2024, median 1988 (FL DOR 2025)
0.5%/yr
Turnover rate
about 2 of 364 homes trade a year

If we were buying in LAKE SURPRISE ESTATES today, this is the order of operations we would run for our clients.

1

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.

2

Match the home to real comps. Recent sales of similar condition and lot, not the asking price, tell you what a home is worth.

3

Move deliberately, not desperately. Neither side has a decisive edge, so a well-prepared, fairly-priced offer wins without overpaying.

4

Line up financing and inspection early. A pre-approval and an inspection plan let you act fast and negotiate from evidence.

5

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 LAKE SURPRISE ESTATES.

A closer look at the LAKE SURPRISE ESTATES market

The housing stock is 364 homes built between 1947 and 2024, and 28% of parcels are homesteaded — the owner-occupancy proxy in the Florida DOR assessment roll.

The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in LAKE SURPRISE ESTATES. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty

HOA, CDD & Fees

In short
  • Mandatory HOA — confirm current dues
  • 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.

The takeaway

Selling here is won on condition and pricing to real comps, not an automated estimate. The right number comes from closed LAKE SURPRISE ESTATES sales matched to your home.

What is your LAKE SURPRISE ESTATES home worth?

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Real comps, not an automated estimate.

The real cost & risk here

Before the list price, the Florida math the portals skip. These are Monroe County typicals — your exact home, flood zone, and insurance quote will vary, so verify each before you offer.

$5,590/mo
Monroe County typical true cost to own
$365/mo
Monroe County typical home insurance
Check CDD
Confirm before you offer

County typicals from Momentum’s Florida housing data (Zillow & Realtor.com aggregates, Census, FRED), updated monthly; insurance modeled. Flood zone is property-specific — always confirm via FEMA.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are in LAKE SURPRISE ESTATES?
The Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll shows 364 homes plus 18 vacant residential lots in LAKE SURPRISE ESTATES (public records).
What share of LAKE SURPRISE ESTATES is owner-occupied?
28% of LAKE SURPRISE ESTATES parcels carry a homestead exemption on the 2025 Florida DOR roll, the owner-occupancy proxy in public records.
When were the homes in LAKE SURPRISE ESTATES built?
Homes in LAKE SURPRISE ESTATES were built between 1947 and 2024, with a median year built of 1988 (FL DOR 2025 roll).
Do cash buyers compete in LAKE SURPRISE ESTATES?
Cash buyers took 0% of LAKE SURPRISE ESTATES sales in the 12 months ending July 2024 (0 of 4 closings, floridakeys).
Who is the best real estate agent for LAKE SURPRISE ESTATES?
The best agent for LAKE SURPRISE ESTATES is one who actively works Key Largo and knows the community's pricing, fees, and current inventory. Tell us what you're looking for in the form on this page and Momentum Realty will match you with a local specialist for LAKE SURPRISE ESTATES.
How do I find a top Key Largo real estate agent who knows LAKE SURPRISE ESTATES?
Share a few details in the form on this page. Momentum Realty has 280+ agents and more than $3.5B in closed sales, and we'll connect you with one who knows LAKE SURPRISE ESTATES and the wider Key Largo area.
Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for LAKE SURPRISE ESTATES?
Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your LAKE SURPRISE ESTATES purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.

Data sources & freshness

Housing stock & ownershipFlorida DOR 2025 assessment roll (street-list match (12 streets, ZIP 33037))
Historical depthClosed-sale records back to 2001 (134 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 floridakeys 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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