$378,000
SOLD OCT 28, 2024

Essex Tower 340 Sunset Dr Unit 502 Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301

Idlewyld Neighborhood
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,228 Sq Ft
$1,038/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$308 Per Sq Ft

5% Below List Price

56 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Doorman
  • Fitness Center
  • Billiard Room
  • Harbordale Elementary School Rated A-
  • Heated Pool
  • 3-minute walk to Idlewyld Park/Merle Fogg Park

About This Home

As of October 2024

Priced to sell quickly, this corner unit stands out as the only one available in the building. With assessments fully paid, the building has full reserves and has passed its 40-year certification. Additional windows flood the space with natural light, enhance privacy, and create a sense of openness that sets this unit apart. Enjoy picturesque views, newer appliances, and impact windows and doors. Located in downtown Fort Lauderdale, is just a short distance from the beach and Las Olas Boulevard. Essex Tower has undergone extensive updates inside and out, including renovated balconies with new railings. The building amenities: a beautiful community room, gym, library, heated pool, and BBQ area. Ad include covered parking, extra storage, a bike room, and an EV charger and is pet-friendly

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Joy Fischer

Compass Florida, LLC License #651212

Compass Florida, LLC

Last Buyer's Agent

Leady Luna

One Sotheby's International Re License #3539037

One Sotheby's International Re

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,401

Year Built

  • Built in 1971

HOA Fees

  • $1,038 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Assigned Parking

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 1,228 Sq Ft Home
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Vinyl Flooring

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Stacked Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Home Security

Outdoor Features

  • Heated Pool
  • Open Patio

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Municipal Trash
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 504212BC0290

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include management, amenities, cable TV, electricity, laundry, maintenance structure, parking, pool(s), reserve fund, sewer, trash, water
  • 178 Units
  • Essex Tower Subdivision
  • Car Wash Area
  • 18-Story Property

Amenities

  • Doorman
  • Billiard Room
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Elevator

Recreation

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Security

  • Impact Glass

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,401

Year Built

Built in 1971

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$1,038 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Condominium
  • Year Built: 1971
  • Entry Level: 5
  • Property Attached Yn: Yes
  • Year Built Details: Resale
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Bedroom on Main Level, Eat-in Kitchen, Living/Dining Room, Pantry, Stacked Bedrooms, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Appliances: Dishwasher
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Flooring: Vinyl
  • Living Area: 1228.0
  • Stories: 18
  • Window Features: Impact Glass

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Security/High Impact Doors
  • View: Other
  • Pool Features: Association, Heated
  • Waterfront: No
  • Construction Type: Brick, Block
  • Patio And Porch Features: Balcony, Open
  • Property Condition: Resale

Garage/Parking

  • Covered Parking Spaces: 1.0
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Parking Features: Assigned, Attached, Covered, Garage, One Space

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Common Area
  • Security: Door Man, Elevator Secured
  • Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Central, Electric
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Utilities: Cable Available

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 3114.0
  • Community Features: Non-Gated
  • Senior Community: No
  • Amenities: Billiard Room, Elevator(s), Fitness Center, Laundry, Pool, Storage, Trash, Vehicle Wash Area
  • Association Fee Frequency: Quarterly
  • Pets Allowed: Breed Restrictions, Yes

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Association Management, Amenities, Cable TV, Electricity, Laundry, Maintenance Structure, Parking, Pool(s), Reserve Fund, Sewer, Trash, Water

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 504212BC0290

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Annual Amount: 6401.0

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units In Community: 178

Map

About Essex Tower

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/28/2024 10/28/24 Sold $378,000 -5.5% $308 / Sq Ft
09/02/2024 09/02/24 For Sale $399,900 -1.3% $326 / Sq Ft
05/16/2022 05/16/22 Sold $405,000 -7.4% $330 / Sq Ft
04/16/2022 04/16/22 Pending -- -- --
04/04/2022 04/04/22 For Sale $437,200 +15.4% $356 / Sq Ft
02/07/2022 02/07/22 Sold $379,000 0.0% $309 / Sq Ft
01/11/2022 01/11/22 For Sale $379,000 0.0% $309 / Sq Ft
12/28/2020 12/28/20 Rented $1,700 0.0% --
11/28/2020 11/28/20 Under Contract -- -- --
11/02/2020 11/02/20 For Rent $1,700 +25.9% --
11/15/2019 11/15/19 For Rent $1,350 0.0% --
11/15/2019 11/15/19 Rented $1,350 -22.9% --
05/07/2018 05/07/18 For Rent $1,750 0.0% --
05/07/2018 05/07/18 Rented $1,750 -- --
Source: BeachesMLS (Greater Fort Lauderdale)

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $6,327 $361,780 $36,180 $325,600
2024 $6,401 $361,780 $36,180 $325,600
2023 $6,401 $360,820 $36,080 $324,740
2022 $6,159 $310,870 $0 $0
2021 $5,597 $282,610 $28,260 $254,350
2020 $5,299 $267,920 $26,790 $241,130
2019 $5,421 $274,940 $27,490 $247,450
2018 $5,362 $281,230 $28,120 $253,110
2017 $2,387 $156,500 $0 $0
2016 $2,397 $153,290 $0 $0
2015 $2,412 $152,230 $0 $0
2014 $2,429 $151,030 $0 $0
2013 -- $160,960 $16,100 $144,860
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $228,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $143,500 Unknown
Previous Owner $16,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Deed History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $378,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $405,000 Nugent & Ground Llc
Warranty Deed $379,000 Sickler Terra L
Warranty Deed $278,500 Lawyers 1St Title Co
Warranty Deed $278,500 --
Warranty Deed $170,000 --
Warranty Deed $154,500 --
Warranty Deed $130,000 --
Source: Public Records

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Source: BeachesMLS (Greater Fort Lauderdale)

MLS Number: F10459283

BeachesMLS (Greater Fort Lauderdale)

APN: 50-42-12-BC-0290

Florida Broward County Fort Lauderdale 33301 Idlewyld

340 Sunset Dr Unit 502, Fort Lauderdale, FL

Homes for Sale in Fort Lauderdale, FL

This home is located at 340 Sunset Dr Unit 502, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301 and is currently priced at $378,000, approximately $307 per square foot. This property was built in 1971. 340 Sunset Dr Unit 502 is a home located in Broward County with nearby schools including Harbordale Elementary School, Sunrise Middle School, and Fort Lauderdale High School.

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