Sea Island Homes for Sale in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Fort Lauderdale · Broward County

A prestigious Intracoastal-area waterfront enclave in Fort Lauderdale with private docks.

Waterfront, private docksOff the IntracoastalNear Las Olas and the beach

Live Market Pulse

35/100
Momentum

Buyer's 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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Listings before the portals, true comps, and the renovation and carrying-cost math, before you tour.

Built fromLive BeachesMLS data14 years of closingsLocal renovation analysisUpdated twice daily

LiveMarket PulseBeachesMLS

$3.10M

Median Price

60mo

Supply

175days

Avg DOM

Soft

Seller Leverage

$1191/sf

Median $/Sqft

-6%

1-Yr Price Change

0now

Distress

Jon's Current Read

"Sea Island is a prestigious, scenic waterfront enclave in Fort Lauderdale just off the Intracoastal Waterway, luxury homes with private docks near Las Olas and the beach. The read is upscale waterfront living for boaters: deep-water dockage and wide-water proximity, homes ranging from Mediterranean estates to modern coastal designs with pools and lush landscaping, in a serene, sought-after setting. The buy turns on the frontage and dockage, the seawall, an honest read of the home, and the access to open water."

Jon Brooks, founder, Momentum Realty · Updated June 2026

The 60-Second Overview

Sea Island market snapshot (as of June 15, 2026): the median sale price is about $3.1M ($1191 per sq ft), with homes averaging 175 days on market and 60.0 months of supply, a buyer's market (limited data). Based on 1 recent closings in live BeachesMLS data.

Sea Island is a prestigious waterfront community in Fort Lauderdale (ZIP 33301), Broward County, just off the Intracoastal Waterway, near Las Olas Boulevard and Fort Lauderdale Beach (Sea Island profiles).

It is known for luxurious homes, private docks, and lush tropical landscaping, with high-end finishes, expansive floor plans, and private outdoor spaces including pools and gardens.

Architectural styles range from classic Mediterranean estates to modern coastal designs with sleek, contemporary finishes, in a serene, upscale setting popular with boaters.

Because these are waterfront homes with docks, value turns on the frontage and dockage, the seawall and condition, and the access to open water. Confirm the dock and route for your vessel, read the seawall and the home, and confirm any association before you offer.

Quick Match

Who Sea Island is best for.

Best for

Boaters who want a waterfront home with private dockage off the Intracoastal near Las Olas
Buyers who want a Mediterranean estate or modern coastal home in a serene, upscale enclave
Buyers who will read the frontage, seawall, and a waterfront home honestly

Probably not for

Buyers seeking an attainable price or a low carrying cost
Buyers who want an inland or non-waterfront home
Buyers unwilling to underwrite waterfront insurance, seawall, and dock costs

Market Pulse

How Sea Island is performing right now

35/100
momentum

Buyer's Market (limited data)

Seller's marketBalancedBuyer's market

60Months of supplytight

209Median days on marketdays

0 : 5Under contract vs for salestrong demand

1Sold in last 12 monthsliquidity

+127%Median price since 2012appreciation

+101%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 Sea Island listings and the trailing twelve months of closed sales.

Where prices are going$850K2026 YTD

Median sale price by year. Tap a label to compare or Fort Lauderdale. The 1-year price change is the median sold price over the most recent year versus the prior year, the same measure most listing sites and local Realtor reports use. It reflects the mix of homes that sold, not the change in any single home's value, which is why median price per square foot is shown alongside it to adjust for home size. In thinly traded neighborhoods, where a sale or two can swing the median, we lead with the mix-resistant price-per-square-foot trend instead.

Price per square foot$3072026 YTD

Median $/sqft by year. 2026 is year to date.

Supply and demand now5 : 0active : pending

For sale5

Pending0

Sold 12mo1

Active and pending listings now vs homes sold in the last 12 months.

8.6A- score

Momentum intelligence

Momentum buy score

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

Homes For Sale Right Now in Sea Island

Live MLS inventory for Sea Island. 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.

2716 Aqua Vista Boulevard home for sale in Sea Island

Active · 209 daysTop listing

$28,000,000

5 bd · 7.5 ba · 10,345 sqft · built 2014

2716 Aqua Vista Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, 33301

Strong resaleLakefront

Listed by Compass Florida, LLC

2533 Aqua Vista Boulevard home for sale in Sea Island

Active · 266 days

$14,995,000

4 bd · 5.5 ba · 4,667 sqft · built 2008

2533 Aqua Vista Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, 33301

Strong resaleLakefront

Listed by Douglas Elliman

2701 Aqua Vista Boulevard home for sale in Sea Island

Active · 272 days

$9,750,000

4 bd · 4.5 ba · 4,078 sqft · built 1959

2701 Aqua Vista Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, 33301

Strong resaleReno opportunityBest value

Listed by Compass Florida, LLC

2406 Barcelona Drive home for sale in Sea Island

Active · 67 days

$5,695,000

5 bd · 6 ba · 5,377 sqft · built 2004

2406 Barcelona Drive, Fort Lauderdale, 33301

Strong resaleReno opportunityBest value

Listed by Douglas Elliman

2525 Barcelona Drive home for sale in Sea Island

Active · 60 days

$4,950,000

4 bd · 3 ba · 3,124 sqft · built 1981

2525 Barcelona Drive, Fort Lauderdale, 33301

Strong resaleReno opportunityBest value

Listed by Douglas Elliman

Active and pending Sea Island 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.

Interactive Map

Sea Island on the map.

Every active, pending, and recently sold home, plotted. Toggle the layers, color the dots by status or lot type, and tap a home for the details.

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.

Nearby & Commute

How far is everything?

The takeaway

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

Drive times from Sea Island. They are approximate and vary with traffic and your exact start point.

Las Olas Boulevard~5 to 10 min · dining and shopping, approximate

Fort Lauderdale beach~5 to 10 min · east

Downtown Fort Lauderdale~5 to 10 min · west

Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood Int'l (FLL)~15 to 20 min · south

Ocean inlet (boating)By boat, varies · confirm route and any bridges

I-95 (Las Olas / Broward)~10 min · west

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

Sea Island (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

Sea Island 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 Sea Island address.

The takeaway

What actually shapes value in Sea Island, sourced and dated. We do not publish rumor.

Recent Developments in Sea Island

Development Intelligence

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

Net OutlookBullishThe structural story is a prestigious waterfront enclave off the Intracoastal near Las Olas, with private dockage. The watch items are the frontage and dockage, the seawall, waterfront insurance, and the home.

Waterfront homes with private docks off the Intracoastal

BullishDeep-water dockage near Las Olas and the beach is a strong draw for boaters and supports value; confirm the dock and route for your vessel. impact

SignificanceRadius: Community

Waterfront homes with private docks off the Intracoastal

Mediterranean-to-modern, upscale enclave

NeutralHomes range from Mediterranean estates to modern coastal designs, so condition and vintage vary; read the specific home. impact

SignificanceRadius: Community

Mediterranean-to-modern, upscale enclave

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 Sea Island, 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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Established
Community
Prestigious waterfront enclave off the Intracoastal
Sea Island is a prestigious Fort Lauderdale waterfront community off the Intracoastal near Las Olas and the beach, of luxury homes with private docks, ranging from Mediterranean estates to modern coastal designs (community profiles). Treat figures as reported and confirm. Why it matters: The dockage and the Las Olas-area location are the value; read the frontage, the seawall, and the home. 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.

The Strategy

The Sea Island buying strategy.

If we were buying in Sea Island, this is the order of operations we would run, and the one we run for our clients.

Confirm the frontage and dockage, the canal width and depth, the dock, and the route and any bridges to the ocean for your vessel.

Inspect the seawall and dock, not just the house, since they are major waterfront line items.

Get a bindable waterfront insurance quote, since insurance and roof age can move the carrying cost sharply.

Read the home's condition and vintage, since stock ranges from Mediterranean estates to modern builds.

Confirm any association, and comp waterfront against waterfront with similar access.

The Quick Decision

Best Buy

A sound or updated home on good frontage with deep-water dockage and a sound seawall, priced to frontage and condition.

Biggest Risk

Buying waterfront with a failing seawall, limited access, or uninsurable systems you did not price.

Best Lot

Wider frontage with strong deep-water dockage and ocean access carries the largest premium.

Smart Timing

Confirm the seawall, the access, and a bindable insurance quote before you write.

Deep-Dive Intelligence

The full read, only if you want it.

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

Sea Island is a prestigious waterfront community in Fort Lauderdale (33301) just off the Intracoastal Waterway near Las Olas Boulevard and the beach, of luxury homes with private docks and lush landscaping, ranging from Mediterranean estates to modern coastal designs with pools. Carrying costs are waterfront insurance, the seawall and dock, and condition; confirm any association and dues. It is zoned to Broward County Public Schools by address; verify with the district.

Sea Island Homes For Sale

What your money buys in Sea Island.

The takeaway

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

Here are the broad resale bands in Sea Island today. The right home is the one matched to your budget and the renovation math, so seeing fitting listings early is the edge.

Entry: homes to update

$3.10M to $3.10M

Even the lower end here is waterfront; homes to update still command Sea Island pricing. Confirm the seawall and insurance before assuming value.

Lowest entry

Mid: updated waterfront homes

$3.10M to $3.10M

The core is updated waterfront homes with strong dockage. Frontage, access, and condition separate these.

Most inventory

High: Mediterranean estates and modern builds

$3.10M to $3.10M

The top end is Mediterranean estates and modern coastal builds with premium frontage. These trade on the frontage, the dockage, and the finish.

Strongest resale

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

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What Your Money Buys

What ~$3.10M buys here.

Three realistic price bands. Where a home lands comes down to condition and lot, not square footage alone.

$3.10M to $3.10M

Entry: homes to update

Even the lower end here is waterfront; homes to update still command Sea Island pricing. Confirm the seawall and insurance before assuming value.

$3.10M to $3.10M

Mid: updated waterfront homes

The core is updated waterfront homes with strong dockage. Frontage, access, and condition separate these.

$3.10M to $3.10M

High: Mediterranean estates and modern builds

The top end is Mediterranean estates and modern coastal builds with premium frontage. These trade on the frontage, the dockage, and the finish.

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

Operator Intelligence

Renovation & Resale Intelligence

The factors that actually move value in Sea Island, condition, lot, and the renovation math, read from current listings and recent sales.

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

Proprietary Data

The renovation premium.

Renovated-listing inventory in Sea Island is too thin right now to compute a reliable renovation premium. We read condition home by home against real comps before you offer.

Lot Value

The lot premium.

On a preferred homesite (water, preserve, corner, or a larger lot), the homesite is the part of your money the market gives back at resale. The house can be renovated; the lot cannot, so premium lots hold their value better than interior ones. How much more they command varies by frontage, view, and condition, which is why we read it home by home against real comparable sales rather than a single headline figure.

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.

Resale Strength Scorecard

How well Sea Island holds value.

Our read on the factors that protect resale here, and the one to manage.

No CDD on the tax billStrong

Central Fort Lauderdale 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.

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 Sea Island

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.

Calling the listing agent

The agent on the sign works for the seller. In a market where condition swings price by hundreds of thousands, negotiating against that agent with no one in your corner is the costliest move of all.

Misjudging the renovation math

A dated home looks like a deal until you price the roof, HVAC, pool, and full modernization honestly. Underbudget the reno and the bargain becomes the expensive house.

Overpaying for an interior lot

A premium homesite (water, preserve, or a preferred position) carries a real, durable premium. Pay a top price for an interior lot and you are buying the weakest version of the value.

Underbudgeting the carrying costs

Two similar homes can cost very differently to own once the HOA, any CDD, insurance, and upkeep are priced in. Buyers who do not run the full monthly carrying cost misread the real number.

Skipping the systems check

An older home means older systems unless updated. Roof age, HVAC age, pool equipment, and prior renovations drive both price and insurability, and a thorough inspection matters more here than in a new build.

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The Las Olas-area location and the private dockage are priced into every Sea Island listing. The deal is won on the frontage, the dockage, the seawall, and the home, not the sticker.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty

Momentum Intelligence

Momentum Buy Score.

Our proprietary 0 to 10 read across the five factors that decide how a home here buys, holds, and resells.

8.5A- · Buy Score

Resale Strength8.7/10

Renovation Risk6.0/10

Location Efficiency9.2/10

Long-Term Defensibility8.6/10

Carrying Cost Advantage5.4/10

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.

Momentum Housing Intelligence

Why our read on Sea Island 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.

About the analyst · Our methodology

Which Lots & Views Hold Value Best

Proprietary Data · Lot Value Map

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

Wider frontage with deep-water dockage carries the largest premium.
The seawall and dock drive value alongside the frontage.
The Las Olas-area location is irreplaceable.

In a waterfront enclave like Sea Island, the water is the asset. Wider frontage with strong deep-water dockage commands the largest premium, and the seawall and dock matter as much as the finishes. Compare a waterfront home against the closest sale with similar frontage and access, and read the seawall before the finishes.

The 15-Second Verdict

Sea Island in 15 seconds.

Best forBoaters who want a waterfront home with private dockage off the Intracoastal near Las Olas.

Strong onDeep-water dockage, a serene upscale setting, and proximity to Las Olas and the beach.

WatchThe seawall and dock, the frontage and ocean access, waterfront insurance, and a home's vintage and condition.

Not forBuyers seeking an attainable price, an inland home, or a low carrying cost.

The edgePricing waterfront by frontage, dockage, and seawall condition is where the value is, and the Las Olas-area location is irreplaceable.

HOA, CDD & Fees

15-Second Take

A prestigious waterfront enclave; confirm any association and dues.
Carrying costs are insurance, seawall, and condition.
Private dockage off the Intracoastal is the core value.
Confirm the dock and route to the ocean for your vessel.
Comp waterfront against waterfront with similar access.

Sea Island is a prestigious waterfront enclave; confirm whether a community or property-owners association applies and its dues. The real carrying costs are waterfront insurance, the seawall and dock upkeep, and the condition of the home, plus standard taxes. Treat any figure as reported and confirm.

Where an association applies, it generally covers common areas; confirm exactly what is included. The appeal is the waterfront location and dockage.

There is no club; the draw is the private deep-water dockage and the Las Olas-area location. Confirm dock specifications and any city marine rules for the specific home.

Run Your Numbers

Tools for a Sea Island buy.

Free calculators to pressure-test the real cost before you tour.

Mortgage paymentPrincipal, interest, taxes, and insurance on a specific price.Property taxBroward County millage and the homestead picture.Rent vs buyThe breakeven on owning in Sea Island.Save Our HomesProject your homestead tax cap over time.

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.

Selling in Sea Island

Thinking of selling in Sea Island?

Your buyer is a boater comparing frontage and access as much as the house, so sell the specifics: the frontage, the dockage and ocean access, the seawall, and an honest condition story.

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 Sea Island, condition and view decide your number

Because buyers here are weighing your home against renovated comps and cross-shopping Sea Island, 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 Sea Island home worth?

Get a no-obligation home value based on real comparable sales in Sea Island 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.

Sea Island Market Scorecard

Buyer's Market (limited data)

Sea Island is currently a buyer's market (limited data). About 60.0 months of supply, a median asking price of $9,750,000, and homes go under contract in about 209 days.

60.0

Months supply

$9,750,000

Median list

$3,100,000

Median sold

$1191

Per sqft

209

Days on mkt

5/0/1

Active/Pend/Sold

Typical home value in the 33301 ZIP is $874,360, about 52.6% 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

Where is Sea Island?

In Fort Lauderdale (ZIP 33301), a prestigious waterfront enclave just off the Intracoastal Waterway near Las Olas Boulevard and Fort Lauderdale Beach.

Does Sea Island have ocean access?

Homes feature private docks off the Intracoastal; access toward the ocean varies by location and any bridges. Confirm the dock and route for your vessel.

What kinds of homes are in Sea Island?

Luxury waterfront homes ranging from classic Mediterranean estates to modern coastal designs, with high-end finishes, pools, and lush landscaping.

What does it cost to own in Sea Island?

These are waterfront homes; carrying costs are waterfront insurance, the seawall and dock, and condition, plus any association dues. Confirm the full picture for the specific home.

What should I check on a Sea Island waterfront home?

The canal width and depth, the dock, the route and any bridges to the ocean, the seawall age and condition, a bindable insurance quote, and the home's systems.

Does Sea Island have an HOA?

It is a waterfront enclave; confirm whether a community or property-owners association applies and its dues for the specific home.

What schools serve Sea Island?

It is zoned to Broward County Public Schools by home address; assignments change, so verify the exact zoned schools with the district.

Is Sea Island a good investment?

A prestigious waterfront enclave near Las Olas and the beach supports durable demand, but value turns on the frontage, the seawall, insurance, and condition. Run the full waterfront carrying cost before deciding.

How far is Sea Island from the beach?

Fort Lauderdale beach is roughly 5 to 10 minutes east, with Las Olas a short drive. Times are approximate.

Is Sea Island good for boating?

Yes, it is popular with boaters thanks to private dockage off the Intracoastal; confirm the dock and route for your specific vessel.

What are the carrying costs here?

Budget waterfront insurance, seawall and dock maintenance, taxes, and home upkeep, which can be significant on the water. Price them before you offer.

Should I use the listing agent to buy in Sea Island?

No. The listing agent works for the seller. On waterfront where frontage, dockage, and the seawall swing value, having your own representation to read the water and the home is the highest-leverage decision you make.

The Verdict

Should you buy in Sea Island?

An honest fit check. We will tell you when it is not your community.

You want a waterfront home with private dockage off the Intracoastal near Las OlasExcellent fit

You want a Mediterranean estate or modern coastal home in a serene, upscale enclaveExcellent fit

You will read the frontage, seawall, and a waterfront home honestlyExcellent fit

You are seeking an attainable price or a low carrying costProbably not

You want an inland or non-waterfront homeProbably not

You will not underwrite waterfront insurance, seawall, and dock costsProbably not

Get the inside read on Sea Island

Whether you are buying a renovation project, comparing the lots and views, weighing the carrying costs, or selling your Sea Island home, tell us what you need. Every inquiry comes straight to us. We represent you, not the seller, and what your agent is paid is negotiable and set in a written buyer agreement up front. No obligation, no spam, no high-pressure follow-up.

You are all set.

A Momentum Realty Sea Island specialist will reach out personally, usually the same day.

Photography on this page is sourced from active and recently sold MLS listings in this community and remains the property of the listing brokerage and/or photographer. Source: Listing photos provided by BeachesMLS, Inc. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Sea Island Homes for Sale in Fort Lauderdale, FL

The 60-Second Overview

Who Sea Island is best for.

Best for

Probably not for

How Sea Island is performing right now

Homes For Sale Right Now in Sea Island

Sea Island on the map.

How far is everything?

Nearby Communities

Schools

Recent Developments in Sea Island

Waterfront homes with private docks off the Intracoastal

Mediterranean-to-modern, upscale enclave

Prestigious waterfront enclave off the Intracoastal

The Sea Island buying strategy.

The full read, only if you want it.

What your money buys in Sea Island.

What ~$3.10M buys here.

Renovation & Resale Intelligence

The renovation premium.

The lot premium.

How well Sea Island holds value.

5 Mistakes Buyers Make in Sea Island

Calling the listing agent

Misjudging the renovation math

Overpaying for an interior lot

Underbudgeting the carrying costs

Skipping the systems check

Momentum Buy Score.

Why our read on Sea Island is different.

Which Lots & Views Hold Value Best

Sea Island in 15 seconds.

HOA, CDD & Fees

Tools for a Sea Island buy.

Thinking of selling in Sea Island?

In Sea Island, condition and view decide your number

What is your Sea Island home worth?

Price History: What Homes Here Have Actually Sold For

Sea Island Market Scorecard

Frequently Asked Questions

Should you buy in Sea Island?

Get the inside read on Sea Island

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