Fort Lauderdale Real Estate
Fort Lauderdale Real Estate: Luxury Waterfront Homes & Condos
Fort Lauderdale real estate is built around the water. Known as the “Venice of America,” the city has about 165 miles of waterways inside its limits, and Greater Fort Lauderdale has about 300. That mix of canal-front estates, Intracoastal homes and oceanfront high-rises gives the market its own identity within the wider Miami real estate area.
Ashton Coleman, Broker Associate with ONE Sotheby’s International Realty, represents buyers and sellers across the Fort Lauderdale coast. Start with Fort Lauderdale waterfront homes for sale, Fort Lauderdale oceanfront condos for sale, Fort Lauderdale penthouses for sale or Fort Lauderdale new construction homes, or see Pier Sixty-Six Residences, which ONE Sotheby’s International Realty represents. For all areas and buildings, see Fort Lauderdale Communities and Fort Lauderdale Condos.
Fort Lauderdale Market Overview
Fort Lauderdale sits on the Atlantic Ocean and is laced with canals and the Intracoastal Waterway. It is known as the “Yachting Capital of the World,” and each fall the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show fills the waterfront. That boating culture shapes the market. Homes with deepwater dock access, Intracoastal frontage and a clear route to the ocean are scarce, and buyers often pay for them.
Fort Lauderdale is a different market from Miami-Dade, even though the two are a short drive apart. Many waterfront buyers find more land, more dockage and more home for the same budget here than in comparable Miami-Dade positions, while Miami-Dade keeps the edge in global name recognition at the very top of the market. A new construction pipeline of branded residences is also adding to the beachfront and the downtown skyline. See Fort Lauderdale new construction homes and the latest new condo listings.
The highest closing in the MLS since 2024 was a $70,000,000 home sale in Fort Lauderdale on September 4, 2024. A single trophy sale is not a pattern, and prices vary widely by neighborhood, lot, frontage and dock. See the closings below.
Fort Lauderdale Waterfront Homes and Neighborhoods
Fort Lauderdale’s waterfront home market is anchored by a group of neighborhoods where dock access, Intracoastal or canal frontage and established streets combine. Browse Fort Lauderdale waterfront homes for sale, Fort Lauderdale luxury homes for sale, Fort Lauderdale homes for sale, homes with boat docks, homes for yachts, homes with a pool and townhomes.
- Las Olas Isles: Canal-front estates with Intracoastal access and an easy walk or drive to Las Olas Boulevard.
- Harbor Beach: Deepwater Intracoastal and oceanfront-area estates south of the 17th Street Causeway.
- Rio Vista: A historic neighborhood with canal frontage, architectural variety and a short trip to downtown.
- Sunrise Key and Sunrise Intracoastal: Main Intracoastal channel positions with open water views. Sunrise Key is a gated island community.
- Bay Colony: A gated waterfront community with a private marina. Inventory is limited, so contact Ashton Coleman about select off-market opportunities.
- Victoria Park: An established neighborhood with canal access, close to downtown.
- Coral Ridge and Ecclave Estates at Coral Ridge: Golf course and canal-front homes in northeast Fort Lauderdale. See golf course homes.
- Bermuda Riviera: Intracoastal and canal-front homes with deepwater access.
- Lauderdale Beach, Flagler Village and the Las Olas corridor: Beach-area and urban living near dining, retail and culture.
- The Landings, Lake Estates, Sea Ranch Lakes and Hillsboro Mile: More communities to compare across northern Fort Lauderdale and nearby towns. Also see Lauderdale-by-the-Sea.
For historic home buyers, browse historic homes and mid-century homes. For land, see Broward County lots and land.
Fort Lauderdale Condos and High-Rise Living
Fort Lauderdale’s luxury condo market runs along two corridors. One follows Fort Lauderdale Beach along A1A. The other follows the 17th Street Causeway and the Intracoastal. Downtown and the Las Olas riverfront add boutique and urban buildings. The product ranges from oceanfront high-rises and branded hotel residences to Intracoastal towers and lofts.
- Elevated views: Browse Fort Lauderdale penthouses for sale, upper-floor residences in buildings such as Four Seasons, Auberge and Pier Sixty-Six.
- Flexible ownership: Explore Fort Lauderdale condo hotels, hotel-branded residences with optional rental programs at Fort Lauderdale Beach.
- Urban living: Browse Fort Lauderdale loft condos in the Las Olas and downtown corridor.
- Oceanfront and waterfront: See Fort Lauderdale oceanfront condos for sale, waterfront condos, Fort Lauderdale condos for sale, remodeled condos and the latest new condo listings.
- Rentals: Explore luxury condo rentals in Fort Lauderdale for current rental availability.
Fort Lauderdale Beach buildings: Four Seasons Private Residences, Auberge Beach Residences, Selene, L’Hermitage, Paramount, Ritz-Carlton, W Fort Lauderdale, St. Regis Residences and Tiffany. Intracoastal and Las Olas: Pier Sixty-Six Residences, AquaBlu, Icon Las Olas, Las Olas Grand.
More Fort Lauderdale condo buildings: 100 Las Olas, 30 Thirty North Ocean, 353 Sunset Las Olas, 3000 Waterside, Adagio, Aquamar Las Olas, Europa by the Sea, Harbourage Place, Las Olas Beach Club, Las Olas by the River, Las Olas Place, Las Olas River House, Le Club International, Park Tower, Point of Americas, Riva, Sapphire, Sereno, Sole at Fort Lauderdale, Waverly at Las Olas, Wave on Bayshore. For the complete index, see Fort Lauderdale Condos.
Floor plans: Pier Sixty-Six Residences, Four Seasons Private Residences, Auberge Beach Residences, Selene Oceanfront Residences, Paramount Fort Lauderdale Beach.
Before you buy a condo, ask for the budget, the reserve study, the milestone inspection report and the rental rules. Rental rules can differ sharply between a hotel-branded residence and a traditional condo.
New Construction and Pre-Construction in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale’s new development pipeline brings resort-style residences to the beachfront, the Intracoastal and the downtown core. Plans, timelines and prices change, so confirm the current status with Ashton Coleman before you rely on any project.
Pier Sixty-Six Residences
Pier Sixty-Six Residences at 2301 SE 17th Street offers 62 private residences on 32 Intracoastal waterfront acres, with a superyacht marina, resort amenities and optional managed rental participation. ONE Sotheby’s International Realty represents it. For a closer look at the home types, see my Pier Sixty-Six Resort Residences vs. condo towers comparison.
Andare Residences
Andare Residences is a high-rise project in the Las Olas corridor. Contact Ashton Coleman for current availability and pricing.
EDITION Residences Fort Lauderdale
EDITION Residences Fort Lauderdale brings the EDITION brand to Fort Lauderdale. Contact Ashton Coleman for pre-construction access and floor plan availability.
Sixth & Rio
Sixth & Rio is a boutique riverfront project in downtown Fort Lauderdale’s development corridor.
For the complete picture, browse Fort Lauderdale new construction homes.
Recent Fort Lauderdale Closings
These closings are recorded in the MLS. They show the range of prices across neighborhoods and buildings, and they are not a forecast.
- September 4, 2024: Fort Lauderdale waterfront estate, $70,000,000.
- February 20, 2025: Harbor Beach home, $17,000,000.
- August 8, 2025: Coral Ridge Country Club home, $27,375,000.
- August 19, 2025: Pier Sixty-Six residence LP2, $6,750,000.
- February 5, 2026: Auberge Beach Residences residence, $5,600,000.
- February 27, 2026: Sunrise Key home, $22,350,000.
- April 7, 2026: Harbor Beach area home, $34,000,000.
- April 15, 2026: Four Seasons Private Residences residence, $9,300,000.
- May 1, 2026: Pier Sixty-Six residence 804, $5,500,000.
- June 4, 2026: Sunrise Key home, $21,750,000.
For current closed sales in a neighborhood or building, contact Ashton Coleman. Also see Fort Lauderdale home deals and Fort Lauderdale condo deals.
Fort Lauderdale vs. Miami: An Honest Comparison
Fort Lauderdale and Miami real estate serve different buyers, even though they are a short drive apart. Understanding the differences helps you search in the right place instead of defaulting to Miami for its name.
Where Fort Lauderdale stands out: Boating infrastructure, with canals, the Intracoastal and many marinas. Lot size, because waterfront estates are often larger than comparable Miami Beach positions at the same price. Walkable urban living along Las Olas Boulevard. Often more home and land for the same budget.
Where Miami-Dade stands out: Global name recognition, which attracts a deep international buyer pool at the top of the market, especially in Miami Beach. The cultural calendar around Art Basel and the Design District. A broader range of high-rise product at the trophy tier.
Who belongs in Fort Lauderdale: A boating buyer who values dock access and waterway quality. A buyer who wants more home and land for the money. A buyer who prefers the Las Olas lifestyle, walkable and yacht-centered, over South Beach energy. Also compare nearby island communities such as North Bay Village.
What to Check Before You Buy in Fort Lauderdale
- Bridge clearance: Verify the air draft and the route to the ocean for your specific vessel before you buy any boating property. Some canals have fixed bridges.
- Seawall and dock: Ask for the seawall condition, permits and dock details.
- Flood and insurance: Ask for the flood zone, the elevation certificate and an insurance quote before you make an offer.
- Condos: Ask for the budget, the reserve study, any special assessments, the milestone inspection report and the rental rules.
- New construction: Read the contract and deposit schedule carefully, and confirm the delivery timeline in writing.
Properties for Rent in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale’s luxury rental market is active, and demand is strongest in the winter season. Annual leases and seasonal rentals are priced differently, and building rules vary. For current availability, browse luxury condo rentals in Fort Lauderdale and home rentals in Fort Lauderdale.
Buying or Selling in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale is a neighborhood-by-neighborhood and building-by-building market. Ashton Coleman prepares recent-closing comparisons for sellers, and for buyers he reviews fees, association rules and recent sales before an offer. Ask about select off-market opportunities and pre-construction access. To compare nearby areas, see Fort Lauderdale Communities, Miami Beach and North Bay Village.
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Fort Lauderdale Real Estate FAQs
What is the highest price paid for a Fort Lauderdale home recently?
The highest Fort Lauderdale closing in the MLS since 2024 was $70,000,000 on September 4, 2024. Other multimillion-dollar closings include $34,000,000 in the Harbor Beach area on April 7, 2026, $27,375,000 in Coral Ridge Country Club on August 8, 2025 and $22,350,000 on Sunrise Key on February 27, 2026. Prices vary by neighborhood, lot, frontage and dock, and a past sale is not a forecast.
How does Fort Lauderdale compare to Miami for waterfront real estate?
Fort Lauderdale offers canal, Intracoastal and deepwater positions, and many buyers find more land, dockage and home for the same budget than in comparable Miami-Dade positions. Miami-Dade keeps the edge in global name recognition and depth at the very top of the market. See Fort Lauderdale waterfront homes for sale to compare.
What are the best neighborhoods for waterfront homes in Fort Lauderdale?
Las Olas Isles, Harbor Beach, Sunrise Key, Bay Colony, Rio Vista and Bermuda Riviera are among the best-known waterfront neighborhoods. Bridge clearances differ by canal, so verify the air draft and the route to the ocean for your vessel before you buy.
What new construction is available in Fort Lauderdale?
Pier Sixty-Six Residences offers 62 private residences on 32 Intracoastal waterfront acres with a superyacht marina, and ONE Sotheby’s International Realty represents it. Other projects include Andare Residences, EDITION Residences and Sixth & Rio. Plans change, so contact Ashton Coleman for the current status.
Where are the luxury condos in Fort Lauderdale?
Luxury condos are concentrated along Fort Lauderdale Beach on A1A, along the 17th Street Causeway and the Intracoastal, and in downtown and the Las Olas corridor. Buildings include Four Seasons Private Residences, Auberge Beach Residences, Selene, Paramount and Pier Sixty-Six Residences. See Fort Lauderdale Condos for the full index.
Is Fort Lauderdale real estate a good investment?
Outcomes depend on the neighborhood, the property condition, the purchase price, financing, insurance and timing, and no one can promise a result. Ashton Coleman is a real estate broker, not a financial advisor, so talk to your own financial and tax advisors. He can show recent closings and rental rules for the property you are considering.
What is the rental market like in Fort Lauderdale?
Demand is strongest in the winter season, and annual and seasonal rentals are priced differently. Building rules and minimum lease terms vary, so ask before you apply. For current inventory, browse luxury condo rentals in Fort Lauderdale and home rentals in Fort Lauderdale.
How do I buy or sell in Fort Lauderdale with Ashton Coleman?
Contact Ashton Coleman, Broker Associate with ONE Sotheby’s International Realty. He compares your property with recent closings in the same neighborhood or building, and for buyers he reviews fees and association rules before an offer.
Contact Ashton Coleman
For luxury homes, waterfront estates, oceanfront condos, new construction access and select off-market opportunities across Fort Lauderdale, contact Ashton Coleman, Broker Associate with ONE Sotheby’s International Realty.
Call or text 305.978.7704 or email AColeman@onesothebysrealty.com.
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