972 NE 36th Ave, Homestead FL 33033, HOMESTEAD, FL, 33033
Active173 days on marketListed Feb 25, 2026MLS #A11969544
About this home
972 NE 36th Ave, Homestead FL 33033
Welcome to Estates at Mendicino in Homestead! This spacious 4BR/3.5BA two-story home blends comfort, style, and valuable upgrades. BRAND NEW IMPACT WINDOWS! A grand double-door entry opens to elegant tile flooring, soaring vaulted ceilings, and a bright open-concept layout ideal for everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen features white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, pantry storage, and stunning Calacatta quartz countertops, plus an eat-in counter and breakfast nook that flow seamlessly into the main living areas. The large family room offers wide doors leading to the backyard, creating effortless indoor-outdoor living. Enjoy a spacious yard with mature fruit trees—some already producing—for your own private retreat. Upstairs, laminate flooring runs throughout. The generous primary suite includes a walk-in closet and spa-style bath with dual sinks, soaking tub, and separate shower. A private mini-suite with full bath and walk-in closet is perfect for guests or multigenerational living. Additional features include upstairs laundry, ample storage, and a 2-car garage with EV charging capability. Impact windows and doors provide full hurricane protection, improved energy efficiency, and potential insurance savings. Gated community with 24-hour security, clubhouse, gym, and pool. Minutes to hospitals, shopping, dining, Florida Turnpike, and US-1. PROOF OF FUNDS AND/OR PRE-APPROVAL LETTER REQUIRED PRIOR TO SCHEDULING A SHOWING OF THE PROPERTY.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
4
Bedrooms
3.5
Bathrooms
2,752
Sqft
2
Garage
2005
Year built
$239
Per sqft
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
The numbers
What it really costs
Built from this home's actual numbers — the most recent property-tax bill on record and the real association fee — not generic estimates.
$5,088 /mo · 10% down Conventional, 30-yr fixed at 6%
The assumptions
Above the FHA loan limit for our service areas, so Conventional is the default. VA buyers: switch below — $0 down.
These numbers assume a generic buyer — your credit, down payment and loan program change them. Get the real quote in minutes:
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Run your own numbers
FHA isn’t available at this price — the loan would exceed the $541,287 FHA limit for our service areas.
Estimated payment
$5,088/mo
Includes estimated PMI — it drops off once you reach 20% equity. Taxes reflect the most recent bill on record; insurance is a typical-Florida estimate. Your lender’s numbers will differ. CENTURY 21 Edge partners with Florida’s best lenders.
Value check
Is the price right?
The internet’s favorite home-value number comes from a single automated model that has never seen the street, the finishes, or the view — which is why it routinely misses by tens of thousands of dollars. The edgeAI estimate combines multiple independent data sources with our team’s on-the-ground expertise in this exact market.
vs edgeAI estimate
+13.5%
$/sqft vs Homestead actives
$239 vs $268
Days on market
173 vs 57 typical
Where $239/sqft sits among the 399 Homestead actives
The edgeAI estimate is a starting point, not an appraisal or a broker price opinion. It is generated from public records, listing data and market modeling, and is subject to change once a licensed real estate professional personally inspects the property. Condition, floor, view and lot are not fully captured by any model — ask us for a full comparative market analysis.
Where it sits
Inside Malibu Bay
Get to know Homestead. See the full Homestead guide →
Malibu Bay — neighborhood snapshot
Population
3,812
Median age
34
Median income
$79,263
Median home value
$314,500
Avg household
3
Households w/ children
468
For the school run
Dade County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Homestead market
$461K → $488K
Homestead median sold, yr/yr
98.9%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
59 of 399
Homestead actives have cut their price
Median sold price, Homestead, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 106% above the HOMESTEAD 33033 median. See the full Homestead market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 972 NE 36th Ave
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Jul ’26$618,000
1033 NE 35th Ave, Homestead FL 33033 · same community
4 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,752 sqft · $225/sqft · 15 DOM
Sold · Mar ’26$525,000
Nearby listing · same community
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,792 sqft · $188/sqft
Sold · Apr ’26$475,000
3591 NE 10th Dr, Homestead FL 33033 · same community
4 bd · 3 ba · 1,921 sqft · $247/sqft · 136 DOM
Closed-sale data from the MLS, last 12 months, selected for similarity in size and location. No two homes are identical — ask us for a full comparative analysis.
Your home team
The pros in your corner
Buying a home is two conversations — the home and the money. Here’s who handles each, side by side, already working together.
Your agent
David Ramirez
Real Estate Agent · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 972 NE 36th Ave — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 972 NE 36th Ave — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
972 NE 36th Ave FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 972 NE 36th Ave, Homestead FL 33033?+
With 10% down on a 30-year Conventional loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $5,088/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $171/mo association fee and typical Florida insurance. The payment calculator on this page lets you switch loan type (FHA, Conventional, VA) and adjust the down payment, rate and term.
How much are the HOA fees at 972 NE 36th Ave, Homestead FL 33033?+
The association fee works out to $171 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 972 NE 36th Ave, Homestead FL 33033?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $11,516. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
How does the price compare to other homes in Homestead?+
At $658,000, this home is listed about 47% above the Homestead median of $449,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 972 NE 36th Ave, Homestead FL 33033?+
Title I Migrant Education Program (), Mandarin Lakes K-8 Academy (elementary), Homestead Senior High School (high), Redland Middle School (middle), Instructional Center System Wide (), District Instructional Center (Dic) () — Dade County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
The brief
Three things that matter here
01Positioned at the premium end
$658,000 runs 106% above the HOMESTEAD 33033 median — but at 2,752 sqft it's also 73% larger than the typical Homestead listing.
02Garden views
The garden view is part of what you're buying — views hold value independently of the structure.
03Time on market is leverage
173 days on market against a Homestead median of 57 — sellers in this position are usually ready to negotiate.
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Listing courtesy of The Keyes Company · Lesli Burkhead. MLS #A11969544.
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