Plantation Isles Real Estate Agent | Michele Noonan

Ocean Access Living Without the Coastal Price Tag

By Michele Noonan | Plantation Isles Realtor | Plantation Resident for More Than 22 Years | Listing Specialist

Last Updated July 2026

Plantation Isles is one of the few neighborhoods anywhere in the city where you can own a home with boating access to the ocean and still live west, away from the coast — with a price tag that reflects Plantation, not Fort Lauderdale or the Intracoastal. As a Plantation Isles real estate agent with more than two decades of experience in this market, I know exactly why that combination is genuinely rare, and it's exactly why boating buyers who've priced out coastal waterfront keep finding their way here. Whether you're selling a Plantation Isles home or searching for one, here's what you need to know about this community.

About Plantation Isles

Plantation Isles is one of Plantation's most distinctive residential neighborhoods, defined by its network of canals fed by the New River Canal that runs through and around the community. Located in zip code 33317 and bounded by Peters Road to the north, Florida's Turnpike to the east, I-595 to the south, and SW 72nd Avenue to the west, the neighborhood has a clearly defined footprint in the heart of Plantation. The community got its start as housing for Eastern Airlines pilots and their families back in the 1950s, giving it genuine roots as one of Broward's original boating communities.

Single family homes built between 1958 and 1992 range from approximately 1,400 to 2,500 square feet with two to five bedrooms, and many feature private pools in addition to dock access. The neighborhood has little to no HOA, which is unusual for waterfront real estate in South Florida and represents meaningful savings for buyers on top of the value of the location itself.

What Makes Plantation Isles Different

Ocean access from an inland city — This is the detail that sets Plantation Isles apart from almost everywhere else in the city: many homes have private docks with direct boating access to the ocean via the canal system, a feature typically reserved for coastal communities in Fort Lauderdale or along the Intracoastal. Plantation Isles is one of only a handful of neighborhoods in Plantation offering this at all, and boat clearance can vary by specific canal and section, so I'd always confirm exact bridge clearance for a given property before assuming what size vessel it can accommodate.

A real cost advantage over the coast — Fort Lauderdale's median home price runs close to double Plantation's citywide median, and overall cost of living on the coast tends to run higher as well. Living in Plantation Isles means paying Plantation prices for a lifestyle amenity — direct boat access to the ocean — that would cost significantly more in a coastal ZIP code.

Genuine boating history — The neighborhood's roots as Eastern Airlines pilot housing in the 1950s gave it a boating-community identity from the very beginning, not something added later to chase a trend.

Little to no HOA — Waterfront real estate in South Florida almost always comes with a meaningful HOA. Plantation Isles largely doesn't, which is real savings layered on top of an already rare amenity.

Homes and Real Estate in Plantation Isles

Homes in Plantation Isles range from approximately 1,400 to 2,500 square feet with two to five bedrooms, built between 1958 and 1992. Many properties include private docks in addition to a private pool, and dock access, canal width, and bridge clearance all play a significant role in how individual homes are valued relative to one another — a home with true no-fixed-bridge ocean access for a larger vessel is a meaningfully different property than one with limited clearance, even at similar square footage.

Homes currently trade roughly between $699,000 and $1,020,000, drawing families and professionals looking for a genuine waterfront boating lifestyle without the price tag of a gated luxury community or a coastal ZIP code.

Current Price Range: $699,000 to $1,020,000

Amenities and Community Features

The defining amenity in Plantation Isles is the water itself — the New River Canal system that feeds the neighborhood's private docks and, for many properties, connects out toward the ocean. With little to no HOA, the neighborhood doesn't offer a shared clubhouse or amenity package; the appeal is the direct water access built into the homes themselves.

Schools Near Plantation Isles

Plantation Isles is served by Broward County Public Schools. School zone boundaries can be precise down to the street level and shift over time, so I'd recommend verifying the exact zoned elementary, middle, and high school for a specific Plantation Isles address through the Broward County school locator before making any decisions based on school assignment.

Location and Accessibility

Plantation Isles sits minutes from Florida's Turnpike and I-595, giving residents fast access to the rest of Broward County and beyond, along with Plantation's major shopping and dining corridors. That combination of central highway access and direct boating access to the ocean is difficult to find anywhere else in the city.

Shopping and Dining Near Plantation Isles

Plantation's major shopping and dining corridors are just minutes from Plantation Isles via Peters Road and I-595, giving residents convenient access to everyday retail without sacrificing the neighborhood's quiet, waterfront residential character.

Frequently Asked Questions About Plantation Isles Plantation Florida

Does Plantation Isles have ocean access?

Yes. Many homes in Plantation Isles have private docks with boating access to the ocean via the New River Canal system. Bridge clearance can vary by specific canal and section, so I'd recommend confirming the exact clearance for a given property and vessel size before purchasing.

Is Plantation Isles the only neighborhood in Plantation with ocean access?

It's one of only a small handful — genuine ocean-access boating communities are rare in Plantation, and Plantation Isles is one of the few that offers it. I'd avoid stating it as the single only option without verifying every other Plantation waterfront community first, but it is a genuinely rare feature for the city.

Does Plantation Isles have an HOA?

The neighborhood has little to no HOA, which is unusual for waterfront real estate in South Florida and represents meaningful savings for buyers.

What types of homes are in Plantation Isles?

Plantation Isles consists of single family homes built between 1958 and 1992, ranging from approximately 1,400 to 2,500 square feet with two to five bedrooms. Many feature private pools in addition to dock access.

What is the price range for homes in Plantation Isles?

Homes in Plantation Isles currently trade roughly between $699,000 and $1,020,000.

Is Plantation Isles cheaper than living on the water in Fort Lauderdale?

Generally, yes. Fort Lauderdale's median home price runs close to double Plantation's citywide median, and overall cost of living on the coast tends to run higher. Plantation Isles offers direct ocean boating access at Plantation pricing, which is a meaningful cost advantage over comparable coastal waterfront.

Thinking About Selling Your Plantation Isles Home?

Plantation Isles homes are valued on more than just square footage — dock access, canal width, and bridge clearance all move the number, and buyers who are serious about this neighborhood know exactly what they're comparing. I've been working in the Plantation market for more than 22 years and understand how to position a Plantation Isles home for the buyers who are specifically searching for this kind of ocean access.

If you're considering selling your Plantation Isles home, call or text 954.882.8900 or visit michelenoonanllc.com to request a consultation. This service is free and there is no obligation to list your home.

Relocating to Plantation Isles?

Plantation Isles offers something genuinely rare — direct ocean boating access from an inland Plantation address, at Plantation prices rather than coastal ones. If you're considering purchasing here, I can give you current inventory insight and honest guidance on dock access, bridge clearance, and how they affect value. Call or text 954.882.8900 to discuss what's currently available.

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