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2940 Shortleaf Avenue, Lauderdale Lakes, FL 33311
Lauderdale Lakes, FL, 33311
Listed by Agent Group Realty, LLC
2940 Shortleaf Avenue, Lauderdale Lakes, FL 33311
Listed by Agent Group Realty, LLC
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Know your costs before you buy
Work through three numbers: your estimated monthly payment, the cash needed at closing, and insurance & flood.
Estimated Monthly Payment
20% down · 6.75% interest · 30-year loan
Principal, interest, taxes and insurance, HOA. Property Tax (after sale). Estimated; not a lender quote.
- Principal & interest
- $3,139/mo
- Property tax (after sale) est.
- $926/mo
- Homeowners insurance est.
- $293/mo
- HOA
- $340/mo
Estimate only, not guaranteed. Verify before you buy or sell.
Cash to close
2940 Shortleaf Avenue, Lauderdale Lakes, FL 33311
Estimated cash to close est.
$137,197.16
Down payment plus Florida taxes, title, lender and prepaid costs.
Partial estimate: unknown amounts are excluded. Ask Simon to verify them.
Estimate only. Your lender's Loan Estimate and the title company's closing disclosure are the final numbers. Not financial advice.
Estimate only, not guaranteed. Verify before you buy or sell.
Loan amount (calculated): $484,000.00
Current site planning rate. Rate does not change the taxes or fees below. Prepaid interest is not included.
Edit closing costs & prepaids
Assumes both policies cover identical land and dates, with loan coverage within owner coverage—even if the seller pays owner title. Minimum lender premium $25. Turn off if not eligible. Endorsement allowance defaults to one $25 endorsement; actual requirements and premiums vary (Florida 69O-186.005).
Appraisal starts at $650. Waterfront and luxury homes may require a higher fee; confirm with your lender.
Tax uses existing ZIP estimates (after sale); insurance uses existing site estimates. Edit with your quote. If HOA insurance is included, confirm separate unit-owner coverage. Missing HOA costs are excluded—not assumed zero.
Estimated cash to close est.
$137,197.16
- Down payment est.
- $121,000.00
- Mortgage note documentary stamps est.
- $1,694.00
- Mortgage intangible tax est.
- $968.00
- Lender’s title insurance est.
- $25.00
- Lender title endorsements est.
- $25.00
- Lender fees est.
- $1,500.00
- Appraisal est.
- $650.00
- Owner’s title insurance est.
- $3,100.00
- Title search & examination est.
- $125.00
- Municipal lien search est.
- $150.00
- Settlement / closing fee est.
- $450.00
- County recording (deed) est.
- $30.00
- County recording (mortgage) est.
- $120.00
- Inspection, wind mitigation & 4-point est.
- $900.00
- Survey est.
- $500.00
- Property tax escrow (2 months, after sale) est.
- $1,852.33
- Insurance escrow (2 months) est.
- $586.83
- First-year insurance premium est.
- $3,521.00
- HOA / condo contribution or transfer est.
- Not provided
Partial estimate: unknown amounts are excluded. Ask Simon to verify them.
Mortgage stamps: $0.35 per $100 or fraction. Intangible tax: 0.2% of loan. Title uses Florida 69O-186.003 base rates. Assumes 2 months of tax/insurance escrow for financed purchases plus first-year insurance; cash purchases have no lender escrow.
Before deposits and credits. Prepaid interest and other contract costs are not included. Discounts and title endorsements must be confirmed by the title company. Title search, municipal lien search, settlement and recording are pass-through title company charges for cash and financed buyers alike; the municipal lien search is priced by each city and can run higher (e.g. Boca Raton $150, Coral Gables $220).
Estimate only. Your lender's Loan Estimate and the title company's closing disclosure are the final numbers. Not financial advice.
Estimate only, not guaranteed. Verify before you buy or sell.
Insurance & flood
- Flood zone (FEMA)
- Zone X 0.2 Percent Annual Chance Flood HazardNot federally required
- Homeowners insurance est.
- $293 / month
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer · Date checked: Oct 22, 2026
Insurance estimates vary widely. Get a real quote before you make an offer.
Estimate only, not guaranteed. Verify before you buy or sell.
Flood zone: X
Moderate mapped flood risk; flooding is still possible.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer · Date checked: Oct 22, 2026
- Roof type
- Shingle
- Roof year
- 2023 (assumed from year built)
- Impact windows / doors
- Not provided —
- Shutters
- Not provided —
- Window features
- Blinds
- Year built
- 2023
Homeowners insurance: $293 / month est.
- Annual premium est.
- $3,216
- Fees & taxes est.
- $305
- Annual total est.
- $3,521
- Likely range est.
- $2,993–$4,226
- Dwelling coverage est.
- $457,000
- Other structures est.
- $9,140
- Personal property est.
- $91,400
- Loss of use est.
- $45,700
- Hurricane deductible (2%) est.
- $9,140
Based on the listing: 1,828 sq ft · built 2023 · one story · roof from 2023.
Dwelling coverage uses living area × county rebuilding cost. Selling price and land value are not included. The monthly estimate includes fees and applicable taxes.
Broward inland rates were calibrated against two supplied policies; other county and coastal rates have not yet been calibrated against real quotes.
Assumed where the listing is silent: frame construction · inland rating band · gable roof · standard finish · 2% hurricane deductible · admitted carrier; no surplus-lines tax. A newer roof, a hip roof shape, or a higher deductible can lower the premium; frame construction can raise it.
Educational estimate only, not an insurance quote. Actual premiums depend on the carrier, inspections, discounts, and underwriting. Flood insurance not included. Simon Gedz is a Realtor, not a licensed insurance agent.
Zone X. Flood insurance is not federally required, but it is strongly recommended and usually available at lower rates.
The FEMA map is a strong indication, not the final answer: your lender orders its own flood zone determination. Cash buyers are not required to carry flood insurance, but on the water it is strongly recommended.
Florida rule: by 2027, Citizens policyholders must carry flood insurance even outside a flood zone, unless the Citizens policy excludes wind coverage. The FEMA map does not show this.
How flood insurance is priced (FEMA Risk Rating 2.0)
Flood insurance is priced home by home, so two neighbors on the same canal can pay very different amounts. Premiums depend on the home's elevation (first-floor height above the expected flood level), distance to water (ocean, Intracoastal, canal or river), the type of flood risk (storm surge, heavy rain or river overflow), the cost to rebuild, the foundation and construction type, and past flood claims on the property.
Federal flood insurance (NFIP) pays at most $250,000 for the building and $100,000 for contents. A luxury waterfront home needs private flood insurance or an "excess flood" policy on top.
Before an offer: pull the official FEMA flood map (FIRMette), ask the seller for an elevation certificate (it largely decides the price), ask whether the seller's existing NFIP policy can be transferred to you (sometimes at a lower rate), and have an insurance agent check prior flood claims (CLUE report). New NFIP policies usually have a 30-day wait before they take effect — don't leave it until the week of closing.
Insurance estimates vary widely. Get a real quote before you make an offer.
Estimate only, not guaranteed. Verify before you buy or sell.
About This Property
Find similar homesBeautifully upgraded, move-in-ready home built in 2023 that perfectly blends modern style with everyday comfort. This spacious residence features 4 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and a 2-car garage, offering an ideal layout for families and those who love to entertain.Inside, you'll find hardwood flooring throughout and a fully updated kitchen featuring brand-new cabinetry and premium Frigidaire stainless steel appliances, replacing the standard builder-grade package. The open-concept floor plan offers bright, inviting living spaces that are perfect for everyday living and entertaining.Step outside to your private, fully fenced backyard, providing exceptional privacy and plenty of room for outdoor gatherings. The property also has HOA approval for the installation of an in-ground swimming pool (subject to HOA guidelines), giving you the opportunity to create your own private backyard retreat.Residents enjoy a beautifully maintained community featuring a picturesque lake and scenic walking trails, perfect for morning jogs, evening strolls, or simply enjoying the outdoors.This like-new home offers the perfect combination of modern upgrades, privacy, and community amenities. Don't miss your opportunity to make this your new home schedule your private showing today!Seller will pay $5,500 TOWARDS CLOSING COST!!! Down payment assistance available through approved lender only.
Why we flagged this one
A transparent review of current MLS facts—not a paid placement.
118 days on market
Longer time on market usually means the seller is more open to negotiating on price and terms.
Price reductions and days on market come from this listing's MLS record. This is an initial market signal, not a formal appraisal or full comparable market analysis.
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2940 Shortleaf Avenue, Lauderdale Lakes, FL 33311 · Lauderdale Lakes
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2940 Shortleaf Avenue, Lauderdale Lakes, FL 33311
What buyers ask about this home
What are the estimated monthly carrying costs at 2940 Shortleaf Avenue, Lauderdale Lakes, FL 33311?+
Property tax (after sale): $926/month est.; homeowners insurance: $293/month est.; HOA: $340/month. Fixed ownership costs before a mortgage: $1,560/month est. Principal and interest: $3,139/month; PMI: $0/month. Total for the payment scenario shown: $4,699/month est. Flood insurance is not included. Estimate only, not guaranteed. Verify before you buy or sell.
Will property taxes go up after I buy 2940 Shortleaf Avenue, Lauderdale Lakes, FL 33311?+
Usually yes. In Florida the assessed value resets to market value in the year after a sale, so the seller's current tax bill is rarely what a new owner pays. Budget roughly 1.8–2.0% of the purchase price annually until you file for homestead exemption and the Save Our Homes cap (or the 10% non-homestead cap) starts limiting increases.
Does 2940 Shortleaf Avenue, Lauderdale Lakes, FL 33311 need flood insurance, and what drives the premium?+
Most of Lauderdale Lakes sits in a FEMA flood zone, and lenders require flood coverage in high-risk zones. Premiums are driven by elevation certificate, flood zone, roof age and shape, and whether the home has impact windows or accordion shutters. Ask for the current declarations page, the four-point inspection and wind mitigation report early — they set your real cost of ownership.
What should an inspection focus on for a home like 2940 Shortleaf Avenue, Lauderdale Lakes, FL 33311?+
In coastal South Florida, prioritize roof age and permit history, whether windows and doors are impact-rated, the seawall and dock condition on waterfront lots, drainage and elevation, plumbing type, and any open or expired permits with the city. These items, not cosmetics, drive both price and insurability.
Is there room to negotiate on 2940 Shortleaf Avenue, Lauderdale Lakes, FL 33311?+
This listing has been on the market 118 days. Leverage comes from days on market, price history, comparable closed sales and the seller's motivation — not from a fixed percentage. I pull the full history and the true comps before we write, so the offer is built on what the property is actually worth today. Call or text (954) 562-1798 for that analysis.
Neighborhood & Commute
Located in Lauderdale Lakes, this property offers the South Florida lifestyle — warm-weather living year-round with easy access to the Atlantic coast, A-rated schools, and major business centers.
Approximate Drive Times
Drive times are estimates based on straight-line distance at typical South Florida traffic speeds. Actual times vary with traffic and routing.
Assigned schools for this address
Park Lakes Elementary School
Elementary · 1.3 mi from this home · 3925 N State Road 7, Lauderdale Lakes
William Dandy Middle School
Middle school · 0.8 mi from this home · 2400 Nw 26Th St, Fort Lauderdale
Boyd H. Anderson High School
High school · 1.0 mi from this home · 3050 Nw 41St St, Lauderdale Lakes
Zone boundaries published by Broward County Public Schools.
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Edith Robinson Christian Academy
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ST. Thomas Aquinas High School
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Fort Lauderdale Preparatory School
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New Alkebulan S.T.E.M. Education Center
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School assignment is set by the district and can change. Always confirm the zoned school with the district before you buy.
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