Neighborhood · Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Tarpon River
Riverside living just south of downtown
63
Homes for sale
$424,999
Median list price
$403
Avg price / sqft
78
Median days on market
Tarpon River sits along the winding waterway it's named for, tucked just south of downtown Fort Lauderdale where quiet residential streets meet easy access to the city's core. It's a genuinely water-oriented pocket — more than half of what's on the market right now touches water — and the mix of bungalows, condos, and larger waterfront homes gives the neighborhood a low-key, lived-in character rather than a resort feel. Buyers drawn to boating and walkability tend to gravitate here, and you'll find plenty of company among the pool-side properties that define the area.
For today's buyer, the market tells a nuanced story. There are 61 active listings with a median list price of $399,900, but the sold data over the past year shows a median sold price of $590,000 across 30 closings — a gap that reflects how much the segment mix (from $199,900 condos up to $2.6M waterfront estates) skews the numbers. Homes are averaging 86 days on market and sellers are netting about 94% of asking, so there's room to negotiate. If you want to see how the pricing lays out street by street, browse the live map or compare against nearby pockets like Galt Mile and Gingerwood Place.
Tarpon River is a community in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Quick facts
$199,900 – $2.6M price range
1,178 sqft median home
$2,600/mo median rent
31 sold in 12 months
On the market now
Homes for sale in Tarpon River
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$2,600,000
421 SW 11th Street, Fort Lauderdale FL 33315, FORT LAUDERDALE
4 bd · 4 ba · 3,430 sqft
$695,000
725 SW 4th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale FL 33315, FORT LAUDERDALE
2 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,631 sqft
$670,000
603 SW 7th Avenue # 11, Fort Lauderdale FL 33315, FORT LAUDERDALE
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,912 sqft
$595,000
617 SW 9TH Street, Fort Lauderdale FL 33315, FORT LAUDERDALE
2 bd · 1 ba · 998 sqft
$299,000
1000 River Reach Dr # 516, Fort Lauderdale FL 33315, FORT LAUDERDALE
2 bd · 2 ba · 900 sqft
$239,900
900 RIVER REACH Drive # 510, Fort Lauderdale FL 33315, FORT LAUDERDALE
1 bd · 1 ba · 784 sqft
$339,000
1350 RIVER REACH Drive # 106, Fort Lauderdale FL 33315, FORT LAUDERDALE
1 bd · 1.5 ba · 900 sqft
$329,000
1301 River Reach Dr # 106, Fort Lauderdale FL 33315, FORT LAUDERDALE
1 bd · 1.5 ba · 900 sqft
$1,190,000
809 SW 10th Ter, Fort Lauderdale FL 33315, FORT LAUDERDALE
3 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,016 sqft
$678,000
310 SW 10th St, Fort Lauderdale FL 33315, FORT LAUDERDALE
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,488 sqft
$375,000
900 River Reach Dr # 404, Fort Lauderdale FL 33315, FORT LAUDERDALE
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,025 sqft
$325,000
1350 River Reach Drive # 111, Fort Lauderdale FL 33315, FORT LAUDERDALE
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,110 sqft
Every active listing inside the Tarpon River boundary
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The numbers that matter
The Tarpon River market
31
Sold, last 12 months
$595,000
Median sold price
94%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
95 days
Median time to sell
Tarpon River vs Fort Lauderdale
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 30.7% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Tarpon River boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Tarpon River is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Tarpon River home
≈ $2,944/mo
$424,999 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$2,600/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
3,056
Median age
48
Median income
$127,540
Median home value
$472,633
Beyond the listings
Living in Tarpon River
Lifestyles
Top 10% in the U.S.Wealth Signaling
Interested in the finer things life has to offer, this population wants to display their lifestyle by discussing luxury products. Often references jewelry, cars, and home features.
Active
Top 11% 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.
Entertainment
Top 11% 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.
Food & Drink
Top 12% in the U.S.Whiskey Business
Characterized by their appreciation for all things whiskey, this population enjoys the classy atmosphere of whiskey drinking and learning about different brands.
Food & Drink
Top 14% in the U.S.Hops & Brews
Thirst isn't the only reason this population looks for a good brew. From beer drinkers on a budget to the millennial craft beer enthusiast, these men and women are passionate about different kinds of beer and how it's made.
Entertainment
Top 14% in the U.S.Live & Local Music
This population follows the music. From local bands to current acts at the local venue, you can find these people researching band tours and how to get backstage passes.
Straight answers
Tarpon River FAQs
Is Tarpon River a good place to live?+
It's a water-oriented residential neighborhood just south of downtown Fort Lauderdale, with 31 of 61 active listings sitting on the water and 35 offering pools. Families also value the school assignments, which include Nova Blanche Forman Elementary and the College Academy dual-enrollment program. The vibe leans quiet and lived-in rather than nightlife-driven.
Is Tarpon River expensive?+
It depends heavily on what you want. The median list price is $399,900, but listings span from $199,900 up to $2,600,000, and 10 active homes are priced above $1M. Condos and smaller homes keep the entry point accessible, while waterfront estates push the ceiling high.
What do homes cost in Tarpon River?+
The median list price is $399,900 and the average price per square foot is $394, with a median home size around 1,178 square feet. Over the past 12 months, 30 homes sold at a median of $590,000 — the higher sold figure reflects that larger waterfront properties tend to close, skewing the number above the current list median.
How is the market right now?+
There are 61 active listings and homes are taking a median of 86 days to sell, which points to a measured, buyer-friendly pace. Sellers are getting about 94% of their asking price on average, so there's genuine room to negotiate. You can track current inventory against neighbors like Happy Dale to gauge value.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
Median property tax runs about $5,729 per year, which is typical for the price range in this part of Fort Lauderdale. HOA data isn't consistently reported here since the mix includes single-family homes without associations alongside condos that do carry fees. If you're renting instead, the median rent sits around $2,600 per month.
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