Malibu Bay in Pembroke Pines

Malibu Bay Homes for Sale in Pembroke Pines, FL

Pembroke Pines · Broward County

A gated, resort-style community of townhomes and homes within the Chapel Trail area of west Pembroke Pines.

Gated resort-styleTownhomes and homesChapel Trail area
Live Market Pulse
50/100
Momentum
Buyer-Leaning 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
$425K
Median Price
12mo
Supply
311days
Avg DOM
Soft
Seller Leverage
$312/sf
Median $/Sqft
n/a
1-Yr Price Change
0now
Distress
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

"Malibu Bay is a gated, resort-style community of townhomes and homes in west Pembroke Pines, set within the larger Chapel Trail area, with reporting tracing it to the late 1990s. Residents have a community pool and tennis plus access to the Chapel Trail master amenities. The read is a condition-and-position buy with an attached-home overlay: confirm whether a property is a townhome or single-family, read the HOA dues and what they cover, and comp by product type within the community. Pembroke Pines remains one of Broward's tighter markets, which supports steady resale."

Jon Brooks, founder, Momentum Realty · Updated June 2026

The 60-Second Overview

Malibu Bay market snapshot (as of June 15, 2026): the median sale price is about $425K ($312 per sq ft), with homes averaging 311 days on market and 12.0 months of supply, a buyer-leaning market (limited data). Based on 1 recent closings in live BeachesMLS data.

Malibu Bay is a gated, resort-style community in west Pembroke Pines, Broward County (ZIP 33028), set within the larger Chapel Trail area. Reporting traces the community to the late 1990s.

The community is predominantly townhomes with some homes, typically two to three bedrooms, many with modern updates. Confirm the exact product type, size, and layout for a specific property, since townhome and single-family value differently.

As a gated, resort-style community it has a homeowners association with a community pool and tennis, and residents have access to the Chapel Trail master clubhouse with a pool, gym, and recreation areas. Confirm the current HOA dues, what they cover, and any pending assessments for a specific home.

Value here turns on the product type, the home's condition, and its position. An updated townhome and a dated one can list differently for good reason; this guide reflects the community's general character, so confirm the details for a specific home.

Best for

  • Buyers who want a gated, resort-style townhome or home in west Pembroke Pines
  • Buyers who value a community pool and tennis plus Chapel Trail amenities
  • Buyers comfortable confirming the product type and reading condition
  • Buyers who want Broward schools and a tight, in-demand city market

Probably not for

  • Buyers who want a large single-family lot or new construction
  • Buyers who want a detached home only and no shared walls
  • Buyers who want no HOA or the lowest possible carrying cost
  • Buyers unwilling to confirm the HOA dues and the product type

How Malibu Bay is performing right now

50/100
momentum
Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)
Seller's marketBalancedBuyer's market
12Months of supplytight
311Median days on marketdays
2 : 1Under contract vs for salestrong demand
1Sold in last 12 monthsliquidity
+2%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 Malibu Bay 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 Malibu Bay buys, holds, and resells. See the five factors.

Homes For Sale Right Now in Malibu Bay

Live MLS inventory for Malibu Bay. 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 Malibu Bay listings 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 75 (Pines Blvd or Sheridan)~5 to 10 min · north-south interstate
Pembroke Lakes Mall and shopping~10 to 15 min · east
Florida's Turnpike (Pines Blvd)~10 to 15 min · east
Memorial Hospital West~5 to 10 min · Pembroke Pines
Downtown Fort Lauderdale~30 to 40 min · northeast via I-595
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood Int'l (FLL)~30 to 35 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
Malibu Bay (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

Malibu Bay 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 Malibu Bay address.

The takeaway

What is actually shaping value at Malibu Bay, sourced and dated. We do not publish rumor.

Recent Developments in Malibu Bay

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

Net OutlookBullishThe structural story is durable demand in Pembroke Pines, one of Broward's tighter markets with low months of supply, where attainable townhomes and homes turn steadily. The watch items are the HOA dues, the product type, and condition.

Gated, resort-style community

BullishA gated, resort-style community with a pool, tennis, and Chapel Trail access is a defensible product in a high-demand city. impact
SignificanceRadius: Community

Gated, resort-style community

Pembroke Pines is a tight Broward market

BullishReporting put single-family inventory around 3.3 months in late 2025, among the lowest in Broward County. impact
SignificanceRadius: City

Pembroke Pines is a tight Broward market

Townhome and home mix means product type matters

NeutralValue differs between townhomes and homes, so confirm the product type, the HOA scope, and condition per property. impact
SignificanceRadius: Community

Townhome and home mix means product type matters

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 Malibu Bay, 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. April 2025
    Market

    Pembroke Pines sales outpace Broward, inventory tight

    Local reporting noted Pembroke Pines home sales climbed about 17 percent year over year in April, outpacing the broader Broward market, with inventory among the lowest in the county. Why it matters: A tight, in-demand city market supports steady resale here, so product type and condition drive where a home lands. 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 Malibu Bay, this is the order of operations we would run, and the one we run for our clients.

1

Confirm the product type. Verify whether a property is a townhome or a single-family home, since the two value differently within the community.

2

Confirm the HOA in writing. Verify the current dues, what they cover, building items for attached homes, and any pending assessments, including the Chapel Trail access.

3

Read the condition. Confirm the roof or building, HVAC, and any updates and budget accordingly.

4

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

5

Comp by product type. Price a townhome against townhome comps and a home against home comps within Malibu Bay, not a city-wide average.

Best Buy
An updated townhome or home priced to recent comps of the same product type, with the HOA confirmed.
Biggest Risk
Comparing a townhome to single-family comps, or misjudging the HOA dues and scope.
Best Lot
Better-positioned units and homes over interior; position is the durable value.
Smart Timing
City demand is steady and inventory is tight; condition and product type matter more than timing.
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

Malibu Bay is a gated, resort-style community in west Pembroke Pines, Broward County, set within the larger Chapel Trail area, with reporting tracing it to the late 1990s. The community is predominantly townhomes with some homes, typically two to three bedrooms, and offers a community pool and tennis plus access to the Chapel Trail master clubhouse with a pool, gym, and recreation areas. This guide reflects the community's general character; value turns on the product type, the home's condition, and its position, so confirm whether a property is a townhome or single-family, the HOA dues and inclusions, the roof or building, flood considerations, 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: townhomes
$425K to $425K

Two to three bedroom townhomes, the more attainable way into the gated community. The HOA scope and condition drive value.

Lowest entry
Core: updated townhomes and homes
$425K to $425K

Renovated townhomes and homes with current kitchens, baths, and systems, the heart of the community. Condition sets where these land.

Most inventory
High: larger or better-positioned homes
$425K to $425K

Larger or better-positioned homes in move-in condition, the top of the local range. Position and finish 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.

$425K to $425K
Entry: townhomes
Two to three bedroom townhomes, the more attainable way into the gated community. The HOA scope and condition drive value.
$425K to $425K
Core: updated townhomes and homes
Renovated townhomes and homes with current kitchens, baths, and systems, the heart of the community. Condition sets where these land.
$425K to $425K
High: larger or better-positioned homes
Larger or better-positioned homes in move-in condition, the top of the local range. Position and finish 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
Asking price per square foot
Renovated$321
Original$284
Median days on market
Renovated205
Original69

From current Malibu Bay listings (renovated 2, original 1); condition inferred from listing descriptions, asking not closed figures. The exact number depends on a specific home's updates, lot, and view, which is the read we do before you offer.

Jon Brooks, Momentum Realty
Operator Note

The trap here is a beautifully staged original-condition home. Staging is cheap; a roof, HVAC, and a full modernization are not. We price the real renovation before you fall for the listing photos, because in an all-resale market that number is the difference between a deal and the most expensive house on the street.

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 Pembroke Pines 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 Malibu Bay

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 gates, the pool and tennis, and the Chapel Trail access are priced into every listing. The deal is won or lost on the product type, the condition, and confirming the HOA.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty
7.5B · Buy Score
Resale Strength7.6/10
Renovation Risk5.6/10
Location Efficiency8.2/10
Long-Term Defensibility7.4/10
Carrying Cost Advantage7.0/10

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 Malibu Bay 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
  • Comp townhomes against townhomes, homes against homes
  • Better-positioned units hold value best
  • Condition is a major swing on a late-1990s home
  • Confirm the HOA dues and the scope
  • Comp within the community and confirm the product type

At Malibu Bay the value drivers are the product type, the home's condition, and its position, in a gated, resort-style community of townhomes and homes. Townhomes and homes trade against different comps, and an updated unit holds value over a dated one. Confirm the product type, the HOA scope, the roof or building, and the systems for a specific home, and compare against the closest Malibu Bay sale of the same type rather than a city-wide average.

Malibu Bay in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want a gated, resort-style townhome or home in west Pembroke Pines.
Strong onA community pool and tennis, Chapel Trail amenities, and a tight, in-demand city market.
WatchThe product type and the HOA dues and scope, plus condition and insurance.
Not forBuyers who want a large single-family lot, a detached home only, or new construction.
The edgeA gated, resort-style community in one of Broward's tightest markets holds value when the product type and condition check out.

HOA, CDD & Fees

15-Second Take
  • Gated, resort-style community of townhomes and homes
  • Community pool and tennis plus Chapel Trail access
  • Confirm the product type, townhome or home
  • Confirm the HOA dues and what they cover
  • Product type and condition drive value

As a gated, resort-style community, Malibu Bay has a homeowners association with a community pool and tennis and access to the Chapel Trail master amenities. Confirm the current dues, what they cover including building items for attached homes, and any pending assessments for a specific home.

Reported to cover gated access, the community pool and tennis, common-area maintenance, and access to the Chapel Trail clubhouse with a pool, gym, and recreation areas. For townhomes, confirm which building items the HOA covers.

A community pool and tennis plus access to the Chapel Trail master clubhouse; confirm the current features, scope, and any rules for the specific section.

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 Malibu Bay, condition and view decide your number

Because buyers here are weighing your home against renovated comps and cross-shopping Malibu Bay, 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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Malibu Bay Market Scorecard

Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)

Malibu Bay is currently a buyer-leaning market (limited data). About 12.0 months of supply, a median asking price of $434,900, and homes go under contract in about 311 days.

12.0
Months supply
$434,900
Median list
$425,000
Median sold
$312
Per sqft
311
Days on mkt
1/2/1
Active/Pend/Sold

Typical home value in the 33028 ZIP is $673,928, about 21.6% above the Florida norm (Zillow Home Value Index).

Go deeper: ZIP market scorecard · county scorecard · true cost calculator · affordability calculator.

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 Malibu Bay a gated community?
Yes. Malibu Bay is a gated, resort-style community in west Pembroke Pines, set within the larger Chapel Trail area.
What kinds of homes are in Malibu Bay?
It is predominantly townhomes with some homes, typically two to three bedrooms. Confirm the exact product type, size, and layout for a specific property, since townhome and single-family value differently.
When was the community built?
Reporting traces the community to the late 1990s; confirm the build year and condition for a specific home.
What does the HOA cover?
It is reported to cover gated access, the community pool and tennis, common areas, and access to the Chapel Trail master clubhouse. For townhomes, confirm which building items the HOA covers. Verify the current dues for a specific home.
Is there a CDD fee?
Confirm whether any CDD or special assessment applies to a specific parcel as a matter of course; reporting centers on the HOA rather than a CDD.
What amenities do residents have?
Residents have a community pool and tennis and access to the Chapel Trail master clubhouse with a pool, gym, and recreation areas. Confirm the current amenities and access for a specific home.
What schools serve Malibu Bay?
The community 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.
How central is the location?
It sits in west Pembroke Pines near I-75, with Memorial Hospital West close by and the Turnpike, the mall, and the airport a short drive.
What is the median home price here?
It is a condition-driven market where product type and the level of updating set the number. The right read is the comparable-sales analysis by product type on a specific home.
Is Malibu Bay a good investment?
A gated, resort-style community in one of Broward's tightest markets supports resale, with value turning on product type and condition. This is not a guarantee of future value.
Should I worry about home condition?
Read it closely. Confirm the roof or building, HVAC, and any updates and budget accordingly, and check the HOA reserves for attached homes.
Should I use the listing agent to buy here?
No. The listing agent works for the seller. Because product type and condition drive value, 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 gated, resort-style community in west Pembroke Pines, convenient to I-75, the hospital, shopping, and the airport, in one of Broward's most in-demand cities.
You want a gated, resort-style townhome or home in west Pembroke PinesExcellent fit
You value a community pool and tennis plus Chapel Trail amenitiesExcellent fit
You are comfortable confirming the product type and reading conditionExcellent fit
You want Broward schools and a tight, in-demand city marketExcellent fit
You will confirm the HOA and comp by product typeExcellent fit
You want a large single-family lot or new constructionProbably not
You want a detached home only and no shared wallsProbably not
You want no HOA or the lowest possible carrying costProbably not
You are unwilling to confirm the HOA dues and the product typeProbably not
You want a high-profile, name-recognition addressProbably not

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