Neighborhood · Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Melrose Manors
Central Fort Lauderdale living without the coastal price tag
5
Homes for sale
$459,900
Median list price
$310
Avg price / sqft
82
Median days on market
Melrose Manors sits in the heart of Fort Lauderdale, a compact single-family neighborhood that trades the beachfront premium for accessibility. You're a short drive from the energy of Central Beach and the high-rise waterfront of Galt Mile, but the streets here stay quiet and residential, with modest ranch-style homes on real lots.
For a buyer today, this is one of the more attainable corners of the market. With just 5 active listings and a median list price of $459,900, inventory is thin but priced well below the coastal enclaves like Coral Ridge — and among broader Fort Lauderdale homes for sale, this is a segment where sellers are still getting 99% of asking. Homes take a little patience to move, so a prepared buyer has room to negotiate.
Melrose Manors is a community in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Quick facts
$399,000 – $640K price range
1,410 sqft median home
$1,650/mo median rent
19 sold in 12 months
On the market now
Homes for sale in Melrose Manors
$399,000
2824 SW 9th St, Fort Lauderdale FL 33312, FORT LAUDERDALE
5 bd · 2 ba · 1,925 sqft
$515,000
670 SW 29th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale FL 33312, FORT LAUDERDALE
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,410 sqft
$440,000
700 SW 28th Ter, Fort Lauderdale FL 33312, FORT LAUDERDALE
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,280 sqft
$459,900
2800 SW 9th Street, Fort Lauderdale FL 33312, FORT LAUDERDALE
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,335 sqft
$640,000
661 SW 28th Way, Fort Lauderdale FL 33312, FORT LAUDERDALE
5 bd · 3 ba · 2,224 sqft
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The Melrose Manors market
19
Sold, last 12 months
$445,000
Median sold price
99%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
43 days
Median time to sell
Melrose Manors vs Fort Lauderdale
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 2.9% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Melrose Manors boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Melrose Manors is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Melrose Manors home
≈ $3,263/mo
$459,900 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$1,650/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
4,072
Median age
31
Median income
$70,729
Median home value
$353,957
Beyond the listings
Living in Melrose Manors
Active
Top 16% in the U.S.Organized Sports
From tryouts and casual pick-up games, to varsity tournaments and intramural matches, this population includes people who participate in organized athletics. Often through schools or public recreational areas.
Entertainment
Top 16% in the U.S.Party Life
The party don't stop until the sun comes up. Loud music, crowds, and shots are a recipe for a great night out for these people.
Lifestyles
Top 19% in the U.S.Student Life
There's more to student life than academics. It's about the experience - from classes and homecoming, to making lifetime friends and alumni events. These are students at school, taking classes online, or finding other ways to be students in their daily lives.
Entertainment
Top 20% in the U.S.Competitive Nature
These folks have their head in the game. Whether it's creating a card game tournament with friends or cheering on the home team, these people want to win.
Entertainment
Top 24% in the U.S.Late-night Leisure
Ready to turn up when the sun goes down, this population is looking for nighttime entertainment at home or out on the town.
Active
Top 24% in the U.S.Fitness Obsession
Passionate about strength training, this population relies heavily on the encouragement of the exercise community. While these people seek the latest fitness techniques, they're also interested in supplements and equipment.
Straight answers
Melrose Manors FAQs
Is Melrose Manors a good place to live?+
It's a good fit if you want a quiet, single-family neighborhood with quick access to the whole of Fort Lauderdale, from downtown to Central Beach. Families also value the assigned schools, including College Academy At Broward College and Nova High School. It trades coastal glamour for practicality and value.
Is Melrose Manors expensive?+
Not by Fort Lauderdale standards. The median list price is $459,900 with active homes ranging from $399,000 to $640,000, which is a meaningful discount to the waterfront neighborhoods like Galt Mile. At roughly $310 per square foot, it's one of the more attainable central options.
What do homes cost in Melrose Manors?+
Over the last 12 months, 19 homes sold at a median price of $445,000, and current listings sit at a $459,900 median. Expect around 1,410 square feet for a typical home at about $310 per square foot. You can track current listings on the live map.
How is the market right now?+
It's balanced and patient — only 5 active listings, but homes take a median 82 days to sell. Sellers are still holding firm, collecting about 99% of asking on average, so come with a serious offer rather than a lowball.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
Most of Melrose Manors is standalone single-family homes with no HOA reported, which keeps monthly carrying costs simple. Budget for property taxes, which run a median of about $7,557 per year. If you're weighing renting first, the median rent here is around $1,650 per month.
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