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511 Carolina Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33312

Active For Sale
$469,000
  • Beds 3
  • Baths 2
  • Sq Ft 1,294 Sqft
  • Visits: 2 in 12 days

Description

This is it! Hidden beneath a canopy of mature trees in highly sought after Melrose Park, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers something increasingly rare in Fort Lauderdale-a private backyard oasis in the heart of the city. Set on nearly 9,000 square feet, lush landscaping wraps the property in shade and privacy. Mature fruit trees, new pavers, fresh sod, a covered patio, and multiple gathering spaces create a hidden garden where mornings begin beneath swaying palms and evenings end with sunsets filtering through the canopy and café lights twinkling overhead. Near St. Thomas Aquinas High School with easy access to I-95, I-595, Florida’s Turnpike, and State Road 7 (US-441), it is also close to Las Olas Boulevard, the Riverwalk District, Fort Lauderdale’s beaches, shopping, dining, and parks. The warmth continues inside. A covered front porch with a wood-plank ceiling opens to a light-filled living space with vaulted wood-beam ceilings, expansive windows, a fireplace, and easy-care flooring with no carpet. The updated kitchen blends granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and timeless finishes, while the third bedroom’s wood ceiling adds another layer of character. The roof was installed in November 2023. The home offers approximately 1,294 square feet of living area with public water and sewer. The owners’ ducks have even made the backyard their own—a charming reminder of how peaceful this setting feels despite being in the heart of Fort Lauderdale. Seller reports a current flood-insurance premium of approximately $650 per year and believes the policy may be transferable to a new owner. Any assignment or continuation, premium, coverage, underwriting, and buyer eligibility are subject to carrier approval and independent verification. Seller’s current flood insurance is approximately only $650 per year and may be transferrable to new owner (subject to verification).

Features

  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Heating System: Other
  • Cooling System: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Wall/Window Unit(s)
  • Patio: Patio
  • Parking: Driveway

Appliances

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Electric Water Heater, Other

Address Map

  • Country: US
  • State: FL
  • County: Broward
  • City: Fort Lauderdale
  • Subdivision: MELROSE PARK SECT 1
  • Zipcode: 33312
  • Street: Carolina
  • Street Number: 511
  • Street Suffix: Avenue
  • Floor Number: 0
  • Longitude: W81° 48' 39.5''
  • Latitude: N26° 6' 55''
  • MLS Area: 3570

MLS Addon

  • Architectural Style: One Story
  • Association Fee: $0
  • Close Price: $0
  • Elementary School: Westwood Hgts
  • Exterior Features: Awning(s), Patio, Fence, Shed, Fruit Trees
  • Flooring: Other
  • High School: South Plantation
  • Insurance Expense: $0
  • Interior Features: Bedroom on Main Level, Main Living Area Entry Level, Split Bedrooms, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Kitchen/Dining Combo
  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
  • Levels: One
  • Lot Features: < 1/4 Acre, <1 Acre, Trees
  • Middle Or Junior School: Parkway Middle
  • New Taxes Expense: $0
  • Stories: 1
  • Stories Total: 1
  • Tax Annual Amount: $6,830
  • Utilities: Cable Available
  • Window Features: Blinds

Location

Listing Updated: 2026-07-13 12:46:04

  • Property Type : Single Family
  • Property Sub Type : Single Family Residence
  • Listing Type : For Sale
  • Listing ID : B26051166
  • Price : $469,000
  • View : Lake
  • Bedrooms : 3
  • Bathrooms : 2
  • Full Bathrooms : 2
  • Half Bathrooms : 0
  • Square Footage : 1,294 Sqft
  • Year Built : 1952
  • Lot Area : 0.20 Acre
  • Listing Status : Active
  • Days On Market : 11
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