Meadowbrook Lakes

Independent Assessment

Meadowbrook Lakes' core facts were independently confirmed: a 557-unit condominium community built in 1979, legally age-restricted with an explicit occupancy rule (one occupant 55 or older, no residents under 16), and located roughly 3 miles from both the beach and FLL airport. One source lists a related building as having 680 units, which is treated as likely referring to a different or overlapping condominium filing rather than a correction to the 557 total, since 557 is the more consistently cited figure across independent sources. A reported completed 40-year structural recertification with associated fire-alarm, roof, and elevator upgrades could not be independently corroborated and should be treated as unconfirmed pending direct verification with the specific building's association.

Who May Find This Community Appealing

Buyers who specifically want beach and airport proximity in a legally age-restricted 55+ community, and who are comfortable with a mid-size, amenity-modest condo community rather than a resort-scale mega-community, are the best fit for Meadowbrook Lakes. It particularly suits buyers who value lake views and a quieter, smaller-scale social environment.

Homes, Builders & Development History

Meadowbrook Lakes was built in 1979 and consists of mid-rise elevator condominium buildings arranged around lake views. Units generally run 935-1,200 sq ft with 1-2 bedrooms and 1-2 bathrooms, and most feature open layouts, walk-in closets, and screened-in patios or balconies; many units have been renovated with impact windows, updated kitchens, and modern flooring. The original developer could not be independently confirmed from a primary source.

Current Pricing & Market Positioning

Reported pricing runs roughly $170,000-$340,000, with a median listing price around $244,000 as of mid-2026 market data. This positions Meadowbrook Lakes at a moderate price point relative to Broward's 55+ condo market overall — more expensive than the county's most affordable inland communities (like Oriole Gardens or Mainlands) but less expensive than some coastal Pompano Beach golf-condo communities, reflecting its beach-proximate but non-golf, non-mega-amenity profile.

New Construction vs. Resale Considerations

Meadowbrook Lakes is fully built out and resale-only, with buildings now 47 years old. There is no builder warranty remaining, so a standard home inspection is essential, along with a specific request for the building's current SIRS status, most recent milestone/40-year inspection findings, and any planned or recently completed capital improvements (roof, elevators, fire alarms).

Taxes, Insurance & Special Assessments

Homes here are subject to Broward County and City of Dania Beach real estate tax; buyers should confirm the current rate and assessed value directly with the Broward County Property Appraiser. Given the coastal-adjacent location and low elevation, buyers should verify flood-zone designation for the specific building and whether flood insurance is required — this can add $500-$2,000+ per year to carrying costs. Buyers should also independently verify any reported completed 40-year structural recertification and associated upgrades directly with the building's association rather than relying on secondary sources.

Community Layout & Lifestyle

Meadowbrook Lakes' amenity package is modest and community-scale rather than resort-scale — a clubhouse, pool, and BBQ/picnic areas — with the lake setting and screened patios/balconies giving many units a pleasant outdoor connection. The social structure is more low-key than Broward's mega-communities, appropriate for buyers whose priority is the beach-proximate location rather than an extensive activities calendar.

Shopping, Healthcare & Airport Access

Meadowbrook Lakes sits at roughly 322 SE 10th Street in Dania Beach, approximately 3 miles from both the Atlantic Ocean (Dania Beach Pier, Hollywood Broadwalk) and Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, and within about 2 miles of the Dania Pointe shopping and dining destination. This coastal proximity is unusual for Broward's 55+ market, which otherwise clusters inland in Tamarac, Margate, Sunrise, Coconut Creek, and Pembroke Pines.

Age Qualification & Material Ownership Restrictions

Meadowbrook Lakes is independently confirmed as an age-restricted 55+ community with an explicit occupancy rule: at least one owner/occupant per unit must be 55 or older, and no resident may be under 16. The recorded HOPA deed language and the specific occupancy-verification process were not independently found. Buyers should confirm current HOPA certification and occupancy compliance directly with the HOA before purchasing.

Tradeoffs & Limitations

Because of proximity to FLL airport, aircraft noise is a real consideration for some units and flight paths — this should be assessed in person at different times of day before purchasing. Amenities are modest relative to Broward's mega-communities (no theater, no golf, no shuttle service), and buildings are 47 years old as of the last update, so structural-inspection and reserve-fund status should be confirmed directly rather than assumed from any single claim.

Comparison With Nearby Communities

Meadowbrook Lakes' primary differentiator versus Broward's larger 55+ communities (Century Village Pembroke Pines, Leisureville) is beach and airport proximity rather than amenity scale — it cannot match a 1,000-seat theater or an on-site golf course, but it delivers a genuinely coastal-adjacent 55+ option that most of the county's inland retirement-condo cluster cannot. For buyers prioritizing golf access over beach proximity, Leisureville (complimentary 9-hole course) or Palm Aire (country club golf) in Pompano Beach are more direct comparisons.

Current Listings

A connected local agent can provide current available units, recent comparable sales, and the specific building's current HOA fee, reserve status, and inspection history.

Is Meadowbrook Lakes age-restricted?

Yes — it has an explicit occupancy rule requiring at least one owner/occupant per unit to be 55 or older, with no residents under 16. The recorded HOPA deed language was not independently pulled, so buyers should confirm current certification with the HOA.

How close is Meadowbrook Lakes to the beach?

Approximately 3 miles to the Atlantic Ocean, making it one of the closer 55+ communities to the coast in Broward County, which otherwise clusters its retirement-condo market inland.

How many homes are in Meadowbrook Lakes?

557 condominium units is the most consistently cited figure, though one source lists 680 units for a specifically named sub-building — buyers should confirm the exact count for the building they're considering.

Has Meadowbrook Lakes completed its 40-year structural inspection?

Some reports indicate that multiple buildings have completed 40-year recertification with roof, elevator, and fire-alarm upgrades, but that claim could not be independently confirmed. Buyers should verify current SIRS and inspection status directly with the specific building's association.