Plaza East Condo
Homes for Sale in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Community in Fort Lauderdale · Broward County
Median sale $838K
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Live · Plaza East Condo Housing Pulse Beaches MLS + public records Analysis by Momentum Realty · $3.5B+ sold · 8,500+ transactions · Top 1% in Florida (RealTrends)
Price
$838K
Median sold · 12 mo
$488/sf
Sold $/sqft · 12 mo
peak $514 in 2024
93.6%
Sale vs ask
Broward median: 96.7%
Tempo
80days
Median DOM · closed
28 days at the 2022 low
8
Sold · last 12 mo
10-yr average: about 3 a year
Track record · 18 years of records
1,450sqft
Median sold home size
12-mo windows, closed sales
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

Plaza East Condo is trading at a median of $837,500—a premium reflecting Fort Lauderdale's beachside positioning and the scarcity of inventory in established Broward waterfront buildings. At $488 per square foot, pricing splits on views, condition, and whether the unit captures direct ocean or Intracoastal exposure; the wide price variance in buildings like this makes comps unusually important.

The median 80 days on market tells you this is a negotiating environment. Sellers are testing, and buyers are deliberating. Eight closings in the trailing window is steady but thin—enough liquidity that you can transact, not so much that you have endless choice. If you need fast entry or exit, expect to work for it.

The 60-Second Overview

Plaza East Condo market snapshot (as of July 15, 2026): the median sale price is about $838K ($488 per sq ft over the trailing 12 months of closed sales), and a median 80 days on market for closed sales.

Plaza East Condo delivers Fort Lauderdale proximity at a price point that reflects both location and the condition-driven spread typical of older Broward high-rises.

Best for

  • Buyers with $800K+ budgets who prioritize Fort Lauderdale address and waterfront access over new construction finishes.
  • Investors or second-home buyers comfortable evaluating individual unit condition and building financials before committing.
  • Purchasers who prefer negotiating leverage and will trade slower market tempo for the ability to press on price and terms.

Probably not for

  • Buyers expecting resort-grade amenities or new-build infrastructure at this price point.
  • Anyone needing to sell quickly—80-day median absorption requires patience and realistic pricing.
  • First-time condo buyers unwilling to engage with reserve studies, special assessment risk, or the diligence older buildings demand.

Windows contain 0 to 8 sales each (8 in the current window); every figure carries its sample size, and thin markets swing on single closings. 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.

Every sale since 2008 · price vs size
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40 closed sales; green = recent. Size sets the floor, condition and lot set the rest.
Homes sold per 12-mo window
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0 to 8 a year; 8 in the current window.

If we were buying in Plaza East Condo 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 Plaza East Condo.

Best Buy
Buyers who want Fort Lauderdale waterfront and understand that the price buys location and building position, not turn-key interiors.
Biggest Risk
Condition variance is wide; the median price tells you little about what any given unit actually delivers.
Sweet Spot
Cash buyers or well-financed purchasers prepared to verify building reserves and underwrite the unit's true state before closing.
Avoid If
You need fast liquidity, consistent amenity infrastructure, or cannot budget for the reality that older waterfront condos often carry deferred capital needs.

What sets the price here

The $837,500 median is a function of beachside Fort Lauderdale scarcity, not consistent product. In buildings like Plaza East, you are buying a location envelope—ocean vs. Intracoastal, floor height, unit updates—and those variables create a wide pricing band. The $488 per-foot median is a midpoint; individual units will land well above or below depending on finishes, views, and whether the seller has reinvested in the space.

Eighty days on market reflects deliberate buyers and aspirational list prices. Sellers know what waterfront should command; buyers know what dated interiors or special assessments actually warrant. The result is a market that moves when pricing and condition align, and stalls when they don't. The eight closings in recent months confirm there is a buyer pool, but it's selective and will not overpay for deferred maintenance or optimistic comps.

The community amenities data is sparse from current listings, which typically signals an older building where the draw is location and building bones, not resort-style facilities. Buyers here are trading resort amenities for Fort Lauderdale address and the inherent value of an established waterfront footprint. If you need a recorded amenity list or newer infrastructure, verify directly and budget for the reality of what is—and is not—on-site.

The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Plaza East Condo. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty

Why work with Momentum here

Plaza East pricing is opaque without context—comp selection, reserve study review, and an honest read of what condition justifies which ask. We pull recent closed sales, walk you through the building's financial health, and tell you when a unit is overpriced relative to what has actually traded. In a slow-turn market with 80-day absorption, having a broker who knows when to pass is as valuable as knowing when to write.

Plaza East Condo in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want Fort Lauderdale waterfront and understand that the price buys location and building position, not turn-key interiors.
Biggest advantageEstablished beachside address with negotiating room in a market where days-on-market favor deliberate buyers.
Biggest riskCondition variance is wide; the median price tells you little about what any given unit actually delivers.
Sweet spotCash buyers or well-financed purchasers prepared to verify building reserves and underwrite the unit's true state before closing.
Avoid ifYou need fast liquidity, consistent amenity infrastructure, or cannot budget for the reality that older waterfront condos often carry deferred capital needs.

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 Plaza East Condo sales matched to your home.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the median home price in Plaza East Condo?
The median sale price in Plaza East Condo was $838K over the 12 months ending July 15, 2026 (8 closed sales, Beaches MLS).
How long do homes in Plaza East Condo take to sell?
Homes that closed in the 12 months ending July 15, 2026 took a median 80 days on market (8 sales, Beaches MLS).
Who is the best real estate agent for Plaza East Condo?
The best agent for Plaza East Condo is one who actively works Fort Lauderdale 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 Plaza East Condo.
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Buyers with $800K+ budgets who prioritize Fort Lauderdale address and waterfront access over new construction finishes.Excellent fit
Investors or second-home buyers comfortable evaluating individual unit condition and building financials before committing.Excellent fit
Purchasers who prefer negotiating leverage and will trade slower market tempo for the ability to press on price and terms.Excellent fit
Buyers expecting resort-grade amenities or new-build infrastructure at this price point.Probably not
Anyone needing to sell quickly—80-day median absorption requires patience and realistic pricing.Probably not
First-time condo buyers unwilling to engage with reserve studies, special assessment risk, or the diligence older buildings demand.Probably not

Data sources & freshness

Community market statsBeaches MLS closed sales, 12-month windows ending July 15, 2026
Under-contract sharesBeaches MLS records, as of 2026-07-12
Historical depthClosed-sale records back to 2008 (40 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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