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Bay Colony

An exclusive guard-gated waterfront community off the Intracoastal in northeast Fort Lauderdale: deep-water estates and quiet, secure streets.

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Best for
Waterfront luxury buyers
Median price
~$3.5M+ (home)
Property type
Deep-water estates
Walkability
Car-oriented
Vibe
Gated & quiet
To the beach
~5 min to the beach
The overview

What it's like to live in Bay Colony

Bay Colony is a guard-gated community of large waterfront estates along the Intracoastal in northeast Fort Lauderdale, many with private deep-water dockage.

It appeals to luxury buyers wanting privacy, security, and boating close to the beach.

Honest fit

Is Bay Colony right for you?

You'll love it if…

  • You want a secure, deep-water estate
  • Boating and Intracoastal access matter
  • Privacy and gating are priorities
  • You want to be near the beach

Look elsewhere if…

  • You want a condo or low-maintenance home
  • Your budget is below the waterfront range
  • You prefer a walkable, urban setting
  • A smaller home suits you
The day-to-day

Lifestyle highlights

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Guard-gated

Private, secure waterfront streets.

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Deep water

Private docks on the Intracoastal.

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Large estates

Spacious waterfront luxury homes.

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Near the beach

Minutes to the ocean and the Galleria.

Price context

What buying here looks like

Broad, indicative ranges to orient you, not a market analysis:

Home
~$3M+
Waterfront estate
~$5M+
Larger estate
~$8M+
Signature
$15M+

For current listings and the homes that fit your budget, ask us for the Florida Buyer Guide, plus a current look at Bay Colony, tailored to what you're actually looking for.

Your next step

Let's talk about Bay Colony

Tell us what you're looking for and we'll start with a short, no-pressure conversation, no obligation. From there we connect you with an experienced local agent who knows Bay Colony, and help map out your move, in English or Portuguese.

  • An honest read on whether Bay Colony fits your budget and goals
  • An experienced local agent who knows the neighborhood firsthand
  • Support in English or Portuguese
  • A clear next-steps roadmap for your move

The first step is simply a conversation, no pressure, no commitment, and no cost to you.

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Good to know

Bay Colony questions, answered

How private is Bay Colony?
It's a guard-gated, low-traffic community, which is a major draw for waterfront buyers seeking privacy near the beach. An experienced local agent can detail dock depth and access per home.
Can international buyers purchase here?
Yes. There's no citizenship or residency requirement to buy property in Florida. We help you compare areas and match you with a licensed local Realtor who has worked with international buyers.
What are HOA / condo fees like?
They vary widely by building and amenities and can be significant in luxury oceanfront towers, and they make a real difference to your monthly cost. An experienced local agent can walk you through the fees building by building before you commit.
Prices & figures shown are broad, indicative placeholders, to be verified against current market data before relying on them.

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