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South Florida Waterfront Communities & Boating Neighborhoods

About South Florida Waterfront Communities & Boating Neighborhoods

South Florida is one of the most desirable waterfront real estate markets in the world. With miles of Intracoastal waterways, deep-water canals, and oceanfront communities, the region offers exceptional opportunities for buyers seeking luxury homes with private dockage and direct boating access.

Many of the most prestigious neighborhoods in Broward County, Miami-Dade County, and Palm Beach County feature homes designed specifically for boating enthusiasts, with deep-water canals, private docks, and quick access to the Atlantic Ocean. These communities attract buyers who value the unique lifestyle of living on the water while remaining close to world-class dining, shopping, and beaches.

Below are some of the most notable waterfront communities throughout South Florida.

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Waterfront Communities in Broward County

Broward County — particularly Fort Lauderdale — is known as the “Venice of America” thanks to its extensive canal system and boating lifestyle. Many luxury neighborhoods offer homes with private docks and ocean access. 

Fort Lauderdale Waterfront Communities

• Las Olas Isles

• Rio Vista

• Harbor Beach

• Idlewyld

• Seven Isles

• Coral Ridge

• Lauderdale Harbors

• Harbor Inlet

• Bermuda Riviera

• Sunrise Intracoastal

These neighborhoods feature deep-water canals and luxury waterfront homes, making them some of the most desirable boating communities in South Florida. 

Other Broward County Waterfront Communities

• Hillsboro Mile – Hillsboro Beach

• Lighthouse Point Waterfront Estates – Lighthouse Point

• Pompano Isles – Pompano Beach

• Harbor Village – Pompano Beach

• Lauderdale-by-the-Sea Intracoastal Homes

Many of these communities offer private dockage and convenient boating access to the Intracoastal Waterway and Atlantic Ocean.

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Waterfront Communities in Miami-Dade County

Miami-Dade County features some of the most prestigious waterfront real estate in the world, including private island communities, gated estates, and luxury homes along Biscayne Bay.

Miami Waterfront Communities

• Coconut Grove Bayfront Estates

• Bay Point – Miami

• Morningside – Miami

• Belle Meade – Miami

Coral Gables Waterfront Communities

• Gables Estates

• Old Cutler Bay

• Snapper Creek Lakes

• Gables by the Sea

These neighborhoods are known for expansive waterfront estates and direct access to Biscayne Bay, attracting luxury buyers and international investors. 

Luxury Island Communities

• Fisher Island

• Venetian Islands

• Palm Island

• Star Island

These island communities offer some of the most exclusive waterfront homes in South Florida.

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Waterfront Communities in Palm Beach County

Palm Beach County offers a sophisticated waterfront lifestyle with luxury boating communities, private golf clubs, and oceanfront estates.

Palm Beach Waterfront Communities

• Palm Beach Island Estates

• North End Palm Beach

• Manalapan Oceanfront Estates

Jupiter Waterfront Communities

• Admirals Cove

• Jupiter Inlet Colony

• Pennock Point

These communities are particularly attractive to boating enthusiasts thanks to private docks and direct ocean access. 

Boca Raton Waterfront Communities

• Royal Palm Yacht & Country Club

• The Sanctuary

• Boca Harbour

Royal Palm Yacht & Country Club is one of the most well-known luxury boating communities in Boca Raton, featuring waterfront homes and private yacht club amenities. 

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Why Buyers Choose Waterfront Homes in South Florida

South Florida waterfront properties offer a lifestyle that combines luxury living with boating, beaches, and year-round sunshine.

Popular features of waterfront communities include:

• Deep-water canals with private dockage

• No-fixed-bridge ocean access

• Intracoastal Waterway frontage

• Luxury estates and modern waterfront homes

• Walkability to beaches, restaurants, and marinas

Because of these lifestyle advantages, waterfront homes throughout South Florida continue to attract buyers from across the United States and around the world.

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Explore South Florida Waterfront Real Estate

If you are searching for luxury waterfront homes in South Florida, working with a knowledgeable local broker can help you identify the best communities and opportunities.

Jarrod Gaylis of Perfect Properties of Florida Real Estate specializes in luxury homes, waterfront estates, and investment properties throughout Broward County, Miami-Dade County, and Palm Beach County.

Whether you are searching for a deep-water boating home, an oceanfront estate, or a luxury property along the Intracoastal Waterway, South Florida offers some of the most exceptional waterfront real estate opportunities in the world.

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A rare opportunity to acquire a 1,388 SF, 2-bedroom, 2-bath residence at the Balmoral and create a home tailored to your own taste, rather than paying a premium for someone else’s renovation. Unit 10T offers partial ocean views, a desirable side-line position, and excellent potential for a thoughtful modernization. The seller has paid the unit’s currently approved assessment in full. The Balmoral is undergoing approximately $45 million in approved capital improvements, creating an attractive moment to acquire before the building’s transformation is complete and be positioned to benefit from its renewed amenities and overall enhancement. Don’t pay someone else’s renovation premium. Buy the opportunity. Furniture is included, and the residence is clean and usable while the new owner plans their improvements.
#A11869602

Bal Harbour

9801 Collins Ave 10T

2 Beds

2 Baths

1,388 Sq.Ft.

$1,200,000

MLS#: A11869602

Luxurious Fontainebleau III Jr Suite with ocean, bay, & hotel pool ground views. Enjoy full service, vacation-style living with luxury amenities on 22 oceanfront acres on Miami Beach. This unit is furnished turnkey with 1 king bed & sleeper sofa. Option to enroll in hotel rental program & receive income while away! (Door in unit connects to the #1501 unit next door that is also available for sale.) The Fontainebleau resort offers award-winning restaurants, LIV night club, Lapis spa & state-of-the-art fitness center, bakery, shops, full-service salon and more. Maintenance fees include all utilities: AC, internet, cable, local calls, electricity, valet + daily free breakfast in owner's lounge.
#A11668190

Miami Beach

4391 Collins Ave 1502

None Beds

1 Baths

544 Sq.Ft.

$1,200,000

MLS#: A11668190

Incredible opportunity to own a private island residence on prestigious Hibiscus Island in Miami Beach. This charming one-bedroom, one-bathroom residence is located in the island’s only condominium building, surrounded by impressive multimillion-dollar homes and offering a rare combination of privacy, tranquility, and exclusivity. The property features a waterfront swimming pool, BBQ gazebo, one assigned parking space, and additional guest parking. Hibiscus Island offers an exceptional lifestyle with tennis and basketball courts, a playground, and dedicated bike lanes—perfect for enjoying an active yet relaxed island lifestyle. A gated entrance, monitored by the Miami Beach Police Department, provides an added level of security and peace of mind. A rare opportunity to experience the best of Miami Beach island living in a private, secure, and highly sought-after community.
#A12073810

Miami Beach

405 N Hibiscus Dr 202

1 Beds

1 Baths

620 Sq.Ft.

$1,200,000

MLS#: A12073810

2 bedroom/2 bath south facing model with spectacular direct inlet, ocean and intracoastal views at highly desirable Point of Americas II. Enjoy the mega yachts and cruise ships passing right outside your windows and from the oversized terrace. Five star resort amenities include grand lobby, club rooms, game room, 2 pools, restaurant, guest hotel rooms, fitness center, and beach service on the widest private beach in Fort Lauderdale. Close proximity to restaurants and beach clubs and minutes to Las Olas/downtown, airport, cruise port, Brightline train and all major roads.
#A12056235

Fort Lauderdale

2200 S Ocean Ln 808

2 Beds

2 Baths

2,011 Sq.Ft.

$1,200,000

MLS#: A12056235

Experience ultimate luxury in this exclusive residence featuring the most breathtaking panoramic views of the ocean, Biscayne Bay, and the iconic Miami skyline. This elegant 2 -bedroom, 2 - 1/2 bathroom home showcases the coveted 04 tower line – the finest in the building – offering an unparalleled lifestyle of sophistication and comfort. A true masterpiece in the sky. Includes 1 assigned parking space and a climate-controlled storage room. A rare opportunity for the most discerning buyers.
#A11973623

Miami

2900 NE 7th Ave 3004

2 Beds

2 Baths

1,162 Sq.Ft.

$1,200,000

MLS#: A11973623

Luxurious Fontainebleau III corner Jr Suite with ocean, city, bay, & hotel pool ground views with a unique wrap around balcony. Enjoy full service, vacation-style living with luxury amenities on 22 oceanfront acres on Miami Beach. This unit is furnished turnkey with 1 king bed & sleeper sofa. Option to enroll in hotel rental program & receive income while away! (Door in unit connects to the #1502 unit next door that is also available for sale.) The Fontainebleau resort offers award-winning restaurants, LIV night club, Lapis spa & state-of-the-art fitness center, bakery, shops, full-service salon and more. Maintenance fees include all utilities: AC, internet, cable, local calls, electricity, valet + daily free breakfast in owner's lounge.
#A11668072

Miami Beach

4391 Collins Ave 1501

None Beds

1 Baths

574 Sq.Ft.

$1,200,000

MLS#: A11668072

Welcome to your beautiful, spacious 4/4.5 bathroom home designed to meet modern comfort. On a rare oversized corner lot, this beautiful two-story residence offers over 3,600 square feet of luxurious living space, blending privacy and relaxation. This Provence Floor Plan **Main-Level Living** Enter through a grand covered entry into an interior featuring vaulted ceilings and abundant natural light. The main space includes a great room with waterfront views that flows into a casual dining area and a gourmet kitchen with rich cabinetry, granite countertops, a large pantry, and stainless-steel appliances. The ground floor offers a private primary master suite with dual vanities, a deep soaking tub, and a glass-enclosed shower. A guest bedroom with an ensuite bath, a versatile den or home office, and a fully equipped laundry room complete this level, along with a powder room and two-car garage. **Upper-Level Retreat** The second floor features an open loft ideal for media or games, plus 2 spacious bedrooms and 2 baths. One bedroom has access to a private balcony with stunning sunset views. **Outdoor Living** Enjoy your expansive covered back patio, perfect for al fresco dining or morning coffee with serene lake views. With its prime corner lot and thoughtfully designed layout for multi-generational living, this property offers exceptional value in a desirable location.
#A12085682

Pembroke Pines

1280 SW 113th Way

4 Beds

4 Baths

3,158 Sq.Ft.

$1,200,000

MLS#: A12085682

Nestled within the exclusive General Pointe Subdivision in PGA National, this elegant 4-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom residence delivers the ultimate golf-course lifestyle. Sitting directly on the 14th fairway of the Palmer Course, the property commands spectacular, unobstructed water and fairway views. Inside, the 3,422-square-foot living area features a bright open floor plan enhanced by soaring volume ceilings that make the entire home feel incredibly spacious. Rich hardwood and marble floors flow seamlessly through the main living areas. New Central Air Conditioning system in 2023. Designed with a highly desirable split floor plan, the layout offers ultimate privacy with two complete primary suites, one on each level. Upstairs, a massive open loft gallery with custom built-in shelving overlooks the great room below, creating a versatile space with elevated views of the golf course. The main level also includes a granite kitchen, natural light-filled family room and an open formal dining room. Sliding glass doors open to a private backyard sanctuary, perfect for entertaining against a premier golf backdrop. Conveniently located to renowned shopping and dinning and only 20min to PBI airport. While world-class golf, tennis, and social memberships are available at the nearby PGA National Resort, club membership is entirely optional. Schedule your showing today, Paradise Awaits!!!
#A12045638

Palm Beach Gardens

1207 General Pointe Trce

4 Beds

4 Baths

3,422 Sq.Ft.

$1,199,999

MLS#: A12045638

As soon as you walk inside, you'll be submerged into an oasis of simultaneous splendor and tranquil elegance in this newly renovated corner unit featuring impeccable finishes throughout Enjoy spectacular 360-degree unobstructed views of the Atlantic Ocean, city vistas, and the Intracoastal Bay—every room offers a breathtaking perspective overlooking Miami Beach. The open and spacious living and dining area flows seamlessly onto a generously sized corner balcony perched on the 30th floor. This split-bedroom home in the sky is now available for you to call your own. Contact the listing agent today to schedule a private showing!
#A11820659

Miami Beach

1330 West Ave 3007

2 Beds

2 Baths

1,269 Sq.Ft.

$1,199,000

MLS#: A11820659

Fully reinvented unit at Burleigh House Condo with a reimagined floor plan from the ground up to create unique unit like nowhere else in the building. Fully furnished and equipped with a Wolf-equipped Gourmet Chef's Kitchen (cooktop, convection oven, steam oven, team oven, coffee system where the cook faces the Atlantic Ocean, formal Master Spa Suite, a Herman Miller Executive Home Office with direct ocean and pool views, and a Home Theater, Florense Brazilian luxury cabinetry throughout the kitchen, master bedroom, and both bathrooms. Liebherr integrated refrigerator, freezer, and stand-alone wine fridge. Miele dishwasher and in-unit ventless washer/dryer. Artefacto designer furnishings, Sonos Arc whole-home audio. 80" Samsung. Live in the 1455 SF premier 16-line direct-ocean stack on the 12th floor with the same caliber of luxury without paying luxury premium. Burleigh House is more centrally located to take advantage of the Plan NoBe neighborhood revitalization underway now. Only months away from completing the 50 years recertification an instant appreciation ahead of all the Condos nearby. Burliegh House offers a robust suite of resort-style amenities centered around its prime oceanfront location such as a Heated Oceanfront pool with a sundeck, direct beach access, State of the art fitness center, game room, social room, clubhouse and a playground, 24 Hours concierge/security, gated entry, on site management and a Complete Impact-resistant hurricane proof building.
#A12038306

Miami Beach

7135 Collins Ave 1216

2 Beds

2 Baths

1,455 Sq.Ft.

$1,199,000

MLS#: A12038306

GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO OWN A 2 BEDROOM ,2 BATHS RESIDENCE IN THIS RESORT STYLE COMPLEX. STUNNING INTRACOASTAL VIEWS AND BEAUTIFUL SUNSET VIEWS EVERY NIGHT!!! SIT ON YOR BALCONY AND ENJOY ALL THE VIEWS!! THIS 5 -ACRE RESORT HAS IT ALL - 4 SWIMMING POOLS, TENNIS COURTS, SPA, GYM, RESORT STYLE FOOD AND BEVERAGE SERVICE AT THE BEACH AND POOL, RESTAURANTS, DOG PARK AND MORE!!!
#A12021829

Sunny Isles Beach

18201 Collins Ave 3501A

2 Beds

2 Baths

1,289 Sq.Ft.

$1,199,000

MLS#: A12021829

Luxury living in one of Miami's most desirable locations! This stunning 2-bedroom + den, 3 full bathrooms CORNER UNIT can easily be converted into a 3-bedroom apartment. One parking & additional valet options. Breathtaking water and skylines views of Biscayne Bay (will never be obstructed), on high 26th fl. Private elevator w/an exclusive foyer & panoramic views from every room. Steps from Miami Heat Arena, Bayside Marketplace, Arsht Center for the Performing Arts. Minutes from Brickell, Wynwood, Design District, South Beach, and Miami Airport. Amazing amenities: World-class spa, state-of-the-art fitness center, private cinema, 2 pools, 24-hr concierge & security. Seller Financing/Owner Financing Available (25% down, 4.99% interest, 30 year amortization, 3 year balloon, monthly principal and interest).
#A12093151

Miami

900 Biscayne Blvd 2602

3 Beds

3 Baths

1,575 Sq.Ft.

$1,199,000

MLS#: A12093151

Enjoy full service, vacation-style living in this furnished turnkey corner unit at the Fontainebleau II Tresor with beautiful unobstructed water views. Offering floor to ceiling glass windows, 2 private balconies, spacious living room with sleeper sofa, open kitchen layout, king bed in primary bedroom with walk in closet, washer/dryer & more. The Fontainebleau resort offers award-winning restaurants, LIV night club, Lapis spa & state-of-the-art fitness center, bakery, shops, full-service salon and more. Maintenance fees include all utilities: AC, internet, cable, local calls, electricity, valet + daily free breakfast in owner's lounge. Please click the virtual tour link to see a video of the property.
#A12072831

Miami Beach

4401 Collins Ave 915

1 Beds

1 Baths

1,066 Sq.Ft.

$1,199,000

MLS#: A12072831

PREMIUM LAKEFRONT LOCATION! This exceptional 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath home is ideally positioned near the center of the community on a quiet interior road with no through traffic—offering greater privacy, minimal traffic and captivating lake views from nearly every room. With 2,533 square feet of bright, inviting living space, the home is move-in ready and designed for true South Florida living. The backyard features an oversized 18-by-36-foot pool, newly thatched tiki hut, private beach area, protective seawall, elevated lakeside decks and a spacious dock for boating, jet skiing, fishing or simply relaxing by the water. Impact-resistant windows, a 2022 metal roof and a tankless water heater provide valuable upgrades, while the full two-car garage and expanded wraparound driveway offer parking for up to five vehicles. Enjoy beautiful sunrises across the lake followed by cooler, shaded afternoons without the intense western sun. Located in a private gated community with an HOA of approximately $220 per month, this home delivers the privacy, recreation and resort-style setting buyers seek while remaining close to Publix, Costco, shopping, dining, the Florida Turnpike and State Road 878. A rare opportunity to own a turnkey lakefront retreat in one of the community’s most desirable locations.
#A12059780

Miami

12949 SW 140 Street Rd

4 Beds

3 Baths

2,388 Sq.Ft.

$1,199,000

MLS#: A12059780

Stunning waterfront home in the heart of Plantation with one of the best lake views in the community. This updated 5-bedroom, 3-bath residence offers spacious living areas, a fully remodeled kitchen, and a large primary suite with an oversized walk-in closet. The garage has been converted into a private studio with a large closet, ideal for an office, guest space, gym, or creative room, and can be easily converted back to a garage. Branded new roof, Pool has recently tile & diamond brite finish. Enjoy a private pool with uninterrupted lake views, new A/C units, and a move-in-ready interior. SELLER MOTIVATED.
#A12091282

Plantation

550 NW 110th Ave

5 Beds

3 Baths

2,807 Sq.Ft.

$1,199,000

MLS#: A12091282

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