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Property Description
Unique River Oaks waterfront opportunity on an oversized nearly 12,000 square foot lot with 85 feet of canal frontage, direct ocean access and NO fixed bridges. This 2-bed, 1-bath home offers exceptional flexibility: enjoy as-is, renovate, or explore the site's prime redevelopment potential. Features include a carport, generous driveway, boathouse, abundant storage and sheds, front and rear porches, hot tub, plus a covered outdoor bar and patio surrounded by lush tropical landscaping. Minutes from the marina and close to the best of Fort Lauderdale dining, boating and lifestyle. A rare combination of land, waterfront and location with tremendous potential for boaters, investors, builders or end users. Experience the best of the Fort Lauderdale waterfront lifestyle from a location that puts boating, dining, travel and entertainment within easy reach. 1221 SW 17th Street sits in River Oaks near the New River and the heart of Fort Lauderdale's marine community, with direct ocean access and no fixed bridges. Safe Harbor Lauderdale Marine Center is 1 mile away, while Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport is roughly 3 miles from the area. Downtown Fort Lauderdale, Las Olas Boulevard, Riverwalk, Port Everglades, the 17th Street marina district, beaches, restaurants and nightlife are all just minutes away. Convenient access to I-95 and I-595 makes Miami, approximately 25 miles south of Fort Lauderdale, easily accessible, with Miami International Airport roughly 30 miles from the greater 17th Street area. Whether heading out by boat, catching a flight, enjoying Las Olas or spending the day at the beach, this location delivers the connectivity and lifestyle that make Fort Lauderdale waterfront living so desirable.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1221 SW 17th St
General
- Sold For: $990,000
- Taxes: $3,053 (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Regional
- MLS ID: B26066540
- Added to Site: 56 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 3
- Interior Features: Living/Dining Room, Storage, Tub Shower
- Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Range, Ice Maker, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Main Floor Baths: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
- Bedrooms Main: 1
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Outside
Additional Information
- Spa: Yes
- Spa Description: In Ground
- Equipment: Other
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Awning(s), Barbecue, Garden, Other, Storage, Room For Pool
Parking
- Carports: Yes
- Carport Spaces: 2
- Covered Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 12
- Parking Features: Attached Carport, Asphalt, Attached, Boat, Carport, Driveway, On Street
Location
- County: Broward
- Subdivision: RIVER OAKS
- Driving Directions: I-95 to East Marina Mile Blvd. to SW 12th Ave., then left ot SW 17th St. House will be on the right.
- Direction Faces: South
School Information
- Elementary School: Croissant Park
- Middle School: New River
- High School: Stranahan
Community
- Community Name: 3480
- Pets Allowed: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Wall/Window Unit(s)
- Heating Type: Central
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Electricity Available, Sewer Connected, Water Available
Structural Information
- Structure Type: House
- Construction: CBS (Concrete Block Structure), Block, Stucco
- Roof: Tile
- Windows: Blinds
- Stories/Levels: 1
- Building Size: 960
- Square Feet: 960
- Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
- Living Area: 960 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1950
- Property Condition: Resale
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Boat House, Shed(s), Storage, Utility Building(s), Workshop
Lot Features
- Property View: Canal, Garden, Water
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.27
- Lot Dimensions: 138 x 85
- Road Maintenance: Public Maintained Road
- Lot Features: Interior Lot, Oversized Lot, 1/4 to 1/2 Acre Lot
- Zoning: RS-8
- Fencing (Description): Fenced, Gate, Privacy
Water Features
- Water Front: Yes
- Water View: Yes
- Water Front Desc.: Canal Access, Canal Front, Navigable Water, No Fixed Bridges, Ocean Access, Seawall
- Water Front View: Canal Access, Canal Front, Navigable Water, No Fixed Bridges, Ocean Access, Seawall
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $3,053.94
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Cash
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
- Legal Description: Y S P PLAT 72-34 B TRACT 2
- Property ID: 504216440020
Listed and Sold by Compass Florida, LLC
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Schools
Schools serving 1221 SW 17th St
School District:Broward County School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Croissant Park Elementary School 1800 Southwest 4th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315 | K-5 | 0.7 mi |
New River Middle School 3100 Riverland Road, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312 | 6-8 | 1.9 mi |
Stranahan High School 1800 Southwest 5th Place, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312 | 9-12 | 1 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1221 SW 17th St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
10/13/2026
Sold
$990,000
4.21%
MLS
8/20/2026
Listed
$950,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
1221 SW 17th Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315 (MLS# B26066540) is a Single Family property that was sold at $990,000 on October 13, 2026. Want to learn more about 1221 SW 17th Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Fort Lauderdale? You can browse all Fort Lauderdale real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

