312 SW 12th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312

Listing Remarks — 312 SW 12th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312

Exceptional Sailboat Bend investment opportunity featuring two fully separate residences, each offering the privacy and feel of a standalone home! The front 3-bedroom, 2-bath residence boasts an inviting layout and spacious fenced patio ideal for entertaining. Tucked privately in the rear, the beautifully renovated 2-bedroom, 1-bath cottage features its own entrance, dedicated laundry room and expansive fenced yard. With separate outdoor living spaces and private parking, this unique property offers incredible versatility for owner-occupants, multigenerational living or income-producing opportunities. Ideally situated just minutes from Las Olas Boulevard, Downtown Fort Lauderdale, Riverwalk and Brightline. A rare opportunity to enjoy flexibility and investment potential! This configuration creates possibilities far beyond a conventional duplex. An owner can occupy one residence while using the other for visitors, extended living arrangements, a private workspace, seasonal accommodations or potential rental income, subject to regulations and approvals. Investors gain two distinct living environments without sacrificing the privacy that often disappears in traditional multifamily layouts. Because access, parking and outdoor areas are independently arranged, daily life in either residence can feel separate. The property's outdoor spaces further distinguish the experience. The front patio creates a welcoming setting for morning coffee, open-air dining and gatherings, while the large rear yard provides room to relax, garden, play or enjoy time with pets. Fencing around both areas adds definition and allows each household to use its exterior space independently. This combination of private interiors and dedicated outdoor areas gives the property the character of a residential compound rather than a standard two-unit arrangement. The location adds another layer of convenience. Historic Sailboat Bend is known for its tree-lined streets, eclectic architecture and established neighborhood atmosphere, all remarkably close to Fort Lauderdale's urban core. The Broward Center for the Performing Arts, restaurants, coffee shops, nightlife and everyday conveniences are nearby, with major roadways and Fort Lauderdale Beach within easy reach. Whether heading to a show, dining along Las Olas, walking the Riverwalk or catching a Brightline train, residents can enjoy quick access to many of the city's most popular destinations. This is a compelling option for buyers who want a primary home with a genuinely separate guest residence, those seeking space for a hybrid work-and-live arrangement, or investors looking for adaptable residential income potential. It also allows future owners to change how the property functions as their needs evolve—without compromising privacy between the two residences. Few properties combine this degree of separation, outdoor space, central location and versatility while retaining the warmth and character of a neighborhood setting. The result is a rare Sailboat Bend opportunity offering the freedom to live in one residence, use both, or enjoy the entire property as one private urban retreat.

Inside the Residence: 312 SW 12th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312

Flooring

Tile, Wood

Heating

Central

Cooling

Central Air, Wall/Window Unit(s)

Architectural Style

Twin Home, Half Duplex, Twin Homes

Pool Private

No

Year Built Details

Resale

Building & Association Facts — 312 SW 12th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312

Building Area Total

1611

Building Area Units

Square Feet

Stories

1

Stories Total

1

Association

No

Association Fee

0

Pets Allowed

Yes

Site, Views & Construction — 312 SW 12th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312

Lot Features

Less Than 1/4 Acre Lot, Less Than 1 Acre, Fenced

Lot Size Square Feet

6,750

Waterfront

No

View

Garden

Construction Materials

Concrete Block Construction, CBS Construction

Roof

Tile, Flat Tile, Flat Roof With Facade Front, Tile Roof

Exterior Features

Courtyard, Exterior Lights

Sewer

Public Sewer, Public Sanitation, Sewer

Water Source

Public

New Construction

No

Tax & Parcel Record — 312 SW 12th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312

Parcel Number

504209090750

Tax Annual Amount

$12,997

Tax Year

2,025

Tax Legal Description

WAVERLY PLACE 2-19 D LOT 7,8 BLK 108

Zoning

RML-25

County Or Parish

Broward County

Assigned Schools — 312 SW 12th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312

Elementary School

North Fork

Middle School

New River

High School

Stranahan

As reported by the listing agent; confirm with the school district before relying on it.

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