Neighborhood · Lauderdale Lakes, Florida
Rock Island
Central Broward living with room to breathe
12
Homes for sale
$439,450
Median list price
$319
Avg price / sqft
15
Median days on market
Rock Island sits in the heart of Lauderdale Lakes, a central-Broward community where established single-family blocks meet an easy commute to the county's job centers and coast. The pocket includes familiar enclaves like Lauderdale Lakes West Gate, Lauderdale Lakes East Gate, and Oakland Estates, giving buyers a mix of streetscapes at an approachable price point. It's a practical, lived-in part of Lauderdale Lakes rather than a resort address — and that's exactly the appeal.
Right now the market is tight and moving: just 12 active listings with a median list price of $439,450, and homes going under contract in a median of 15 days. Sellers are pulling in about 97% of asking, so well-priced homes don't linger. With two new-construction listings currently available, there's a rare chance to buy something turnkey in an otherwise resale-heavy pocket — worth tracking on the live map.
Rock Island is a community in Lauderdale Lakes, Florida.
Quick facts
$360,000 – $690K price range
1,388 sqft median home
$2,795/mo median rent
20 sold in 12 months
On the market now
Homes for sale in Rock Island
$439,000
2781 NW 24th St, Fort Lauderdale FL 33311, FORT LAUDERDALE
5 bd · 3 ba · 2,222 sqft
$379,000
2141 NW 26th Ave, Fort Lauderdale FL 33311, FORT LAUDERDALE
3 bd · 1 ba · 1,388 sqft
$439,900
2910 NW 25th St, Fort Lauderdale FL 33311, FORT LAUDERDALE
5 bd · 2 ba · 1,426 sqft
$390,000
2798 NW 20th Street, Fort Lauderdale FL 33311, FORT LAUDERDALE
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,120 sqft
$360,000
2071 NW 29th Terrace, Fort Lauderdale FL 33311, FORT LAUDERDALE
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,301 sqft
$379,900
2440 NW 31st Ave, Fort Lauderdale FL 33311, FORT LAUDERDALE
3 bd · 2 ba · 988 sqft
$436,900
3040 NW 20th St, Fort Lauderdale FL 33311, FORT LAUDERDALE
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,159 sqft
$445,000
2501 NW 30th Way, Fort Lauderdale FL 33311, FORT LAUDERDALE
3 bd · 1 ba · 988 sqft
$549,900
2780 NW 25th St, Fort Lauderdale FL 33311, FORT LAUDERDALE
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,706 sqft
$499,000
2572 NW 20th St, Fort Lauderdale FL 33311, FORT LAUDERDALE
4 bd · 2 ba · 3,280 sqft
$690,000
2421 NW 23rd Ln, Fort Lauderdale FL 33311, FORT LAUDERDALE
4 bd · 2.5 ba
$690,000
2423 NW 23rd Ln, Fort Lauderdale FL 33311, FORT LAUDERDALE
4 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,666 sqft
Every active listing inside the Rock Island boundary
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The Rock Island market
20
Sold, last 12 months
$397,000
Median sold price
97%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
41 days
Median time to sell
Rock Island vs Lauderdale Lakes
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 22.6% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Rock Island boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Rock Island is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Rock Island home
≈ $2,961/mo
$439,450 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$2,795/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
3,417
Median age
35
Median income
$67,332
Median home value
$224,150
Beyond the listings
Living in Rock Island
Beliefs
Top 4% in the U.S.Spiritual Practices
Making it to church on Sunday, this population is drawn together by their devotion to, primarily Christian, religion. Common activities include worship services and bible studies.
Attitudes
Top 9% in the U.S.Volunteering & Giving
Expressing a desire to give back and do good for the community, this behavior emphasizes charity. Common activities include volunteering, fundraisers, and donations.
Relationships
Top 10% in the U.S.Networking
Driven to succeed in the business world, this population seeks to progress in their career through networking happy hours, summits, and connecting with other professionals online.
Food & Drink
Top 10% in the U.S.Fueling for Fitness
A population characterized by healthy eating. Often pre-planning for meals for the purpose of fitness and convenience. Likely to participate in meal prep trends.
Emotional
Top 10% in the U.S.Memory Lane
Intentionally preserving memories of lost loved ones, joyful times, or reflecting on painful experiences in the past.
Lifestyles
Top 11% in the U.S.Student Life
There's more to student life than academics. It's about the experience - from classes and homecoming, to making lifetime friends and alumni events. These are students at school, taking classes online, or finding other ways to be students in their daily lives.
Straight answers
Rock Island FAQs
Is Rock Island a good place to live?+
It's a practical, established central-Broward community with a mix of single-family enclaves like Three Lakes and Oakland Estates. Buyers who want an approachable price point close to county job centers and the coast tend to find it a good fit.
Is Rock Island expensive?+
It's moderate for Broward County, with a median list price of $439,450 and active listings ranging from $360,000 to $690,000. At an average of $319 per square foot, it's more attainable than many coastal neighborhoods nearby.
What do homes cost in Rock Island?+
The median list price is $439,450, and over the last 12 months 20 homes sold at a median of $397,000. Median home size runs about 1,388 square feet, so you're generally looking at compact-to-midsize single-family homes.
How is the market in Rock Island right now?+
It's tight and quick — only 12 active listings with a median of 15 days on market. Sellers are averaging 97% of asking, which means priced-right homes move fast and buyers should be ready to act.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
Median property tax runs about $5,230 per year, and most homes in this pocket carry no HOA fee. If you're comparing to renting, the median rent here is around $2,795 per month.
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