For sale

$3,500,000

738 MIDDLE RIVER Drive, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304

5beds

4,394sqft

$24,851/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1984

0.27 Acres Lot

$3,279,000 Zestimate^®

$797/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Two-story screened tropical oasisSummer kitchenGrand double doorsCustom millworkSpa bathJennair appliancesStaircase and game lounge

From the moment you arrive, this is the kind of home you never want to leave. Nestled in Sunrise Intracoastal, this renovated luxury estate begins with grand double doors opening to a soaring 20-foot foyer, staircase and game lounge. Continue to a Four Seasons-inspired chef's kitchen with JennAir appliances and custom millwork, followed by a family room with an eight-foot gas fireplace, glass wine room and custom bar. Upstairs, the vaulted primary retreat features a terrace, spa bath, oversized shower, soaking tub and boutique dressing room. Outside, a two-story screened tropical oasis offers tiki lounges, a summer kitchen and resort-style pool with a 10-foot waterfall and fire feature. Walk to The Galleria, George English Park and Hugh Taylor Birch State Park.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 4
Full bathrooms: 4
Main level bathrooms: 1
Main level bedrooms: 1

Heating

Central

Cooling

Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)

Appliances

Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Freezer, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Vented Exhaust Fan, Water Heater, Washer
Laundry: Lower Level, Upper Level

Features

Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Bedroom on Main Level, Bathtub, Dining Area, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Dual Sinks, Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Soaking Tub, Separate Shower, Upper Level Primary, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
Flooring: Tile, Wood
Windows: Storm Window(s)
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 5,871
Total interior livable area: 4,394 sqft

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Property

Parking

Total spaces: 6
Parking features: Attached, Garage, Paver Block
Attached garage spaces: 2

Accessibility

Accessibility features: None

Features

Levels: Two
Stories: 2
Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Patio, Porch, Screened, Terrace
Exterior features: Built-in Barbecue, Barbecue, Lighting, Outdoor Kitchen, Outdoor Living Area, Outdoor Shower, Porch
Has private pool: Yes
Pool features: In Ground
Fencing: Back Yard
Has view: Yes
View description: Garden, Pool

Lot

Size: 0.27 Acres
Features: 1/4 to 1/2 Acre Lot

Details

Parcel number: 504201321620
Zoning: RS-8
Special conditions: Standard,Listed As-Is

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Block
Foundation: Slab
Roof: Spanish Tile

Condition

Resale
New construction: No
Year built: 1984

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utilities for property: Cable Available

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Home Owners Association, Gated
Security: Gated Community
Subdivision: SUNRISE

HOA

Has HOA: Yes
Amenities included: Playground, Park
Services included: Common Areas

Location

Region: Fort Lauderdale

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $797/sqft
Tax assessed value: $2,604,970
Annual tax amount: $46,799
Date on market: 9/8/2026
Cumulative days on market: 78 days
Listing terms: Cash,Conventional

Estimated market value

$3,279,000

$3.12M - $3.44M

Not available

Price history

Date	Event	Price
9/8/2026	Listed for sale	$3,500,000-5.4%$797/sqft
Source: BeachesMLS #B26073767 Report a problem
6/26/2026	Listing removed	$3,699,999$842/sqft
Source: BeachesMLS #B26014130 Report a problem
5/11/2026	Price change	$3,699,999-2.6%$842/sqft
Source: BeachesMLS #B26014130 Report a problem
4/11/2026	Listed for sale	$3,799,999+25.6%$865/sqft
Source: BeachesMLS #B26014130 Report a problem
5/16/2022	Sold	$3,025,000+1.2%$688/sqft
Source: BeachesMLS #F10317708 Report a problem
2/15/2022	Contingent	$2,990,000$680/sqft
Source: BeachesMLS #F10317708 Report a problem
2/10/2022	Listed for sale	$2,990,000+114.3%$680/sqft
Source: BeachesMLS #F10317708 Report a problem
6/6/2016	Sold	$1,395,000$317/sqft
Source: BeachesMLS #F10006500 Report a problem
4/20/2016	Pending sale	$1,395,000$317/sqft
Source: Better Homes & Gdns RE Fla 1st #F10006500 Report a problem
4/19/2016	Listed for sale	$1,395,000$317/sqft
Source: Better Homes & Gdns RE Fla 1st #F10006500 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$46,799 +2.8%	$2,536,490 +3.1%
2024	$45,510 +1.6%	$2,460,210 +3%
2023	$44,793 +97.4%	$2,388,560 +93.4%
2022	$22,690 +2.9%	$1,235,300 +3%
2021	$22,048 +1.9%	$1,199,330 +1.4%
2020	$21,632 +2.8%	$1,182,780 +2.3%
2019	$21,038	$1,156,190 +1.9%
2018	$21,038 +4.6%	$1,134,640 +3.3%
2017	$20,107 +1.6%	$1,098,480 +148.4%
2016	$19,790 +150.5%	$442,200 +0.7%
2015	$7,901 -2.6%	$439,130 +0.8%
2014	$8,115	$435,650 -40.5%
2013	$8,115 +3.8%	$732,760 +18.2%
2012	$7,819 +3.6%	$620,090 -15.3%
2011	$7,546 -0.5%	$731,870 +81.3%
2010	$7,585 +6.3%	$403,710 +2.7%
2009	$7,136 +0.8%	$393,100 +0.1%
2008	$7,079 -1.1%	$392,710 +3%
2007	$7,157 -7.4%	$381,280 +2.5%
2006	$7,725	$371,990 +3%
2005	--	$361,160 +3%
2004	$8,138 +3.5%	$350,650 +1.9%
2003	$7,859 +0.3%	$344,120 +2.4%
2002	$7,838 +1.8%	$336,060 +1.6%
2001	$7,699 +2.4%	$330,770
2000	$7,520	--