Inside Bay Colony: The Gated, No-Fixed-Bridge Waterfront Community With a $5.775 Million Median Price
Bay Colony in Fort Lauderdale is one of the only communities in the city that combines gated privacy with true waterfront, deep-water, no-fixed-bridge access, and it's currently carrying a median sales price of $5,775,000.
I'm Joe Vairo — a 2x eXp ICON Agent, ranked the #3 real estate agent in Fort Lauderdale by Fort Lauderdale Magazine, and founder of the Vairo Group, ranked the #3 real estate team in Fort Lauderdale. Waterfront and luxury relocation in the $1M+ market is our core focus, and Bay Colony comes up constantly with buyers who want gated security without giving up boating access. Here is the full breakdown.
What Makes Bay Colony Different From Other Fort Lauderdale Waterfront Neighborhoods
Bay Colony is sought after because it checks boxes that most other waterfront communities out east can't check together: it's gated, it's waterfront, it has deep-water access, and it has no fixed bridges limiting boat size or mast height. On top of that, homes here tend to be noticeably larger than comparable properties elsewhere in the eastern part of the city.
Why Does the Location Matter So Much for Buyers Here?
Bay Colony sits just down the street from Lauderdale-by-the-Sea beach and isn't far from Pompano Beach and the Pompano Beach Pier. For anyone weighing waterfront options between Fort Lauderdale's beach towns, that combination of gated privacy plus a short walk or drive to the beach is a meaningful differentiator.
How Convenient Is Bay Colony for Boaters?
If you live on the water, chances are you actually want to be out on the water, and Bay Colony is positioned almost exactly equidistant between the Hillsboro Inlet and the Port Everglades Inlet. Residents are also within about 10 to 20 minutes of the Coral Ridge Yacht Club, the Fort Lauderdale Yacht Club, the Lighthouse Point Yacht Club, and Coral Ridge Country Club, giving boaters a wide radius of options without a long haul to open water.
What Schools and Amenities Are Nearby?
Families in Bay Colony have easy access to Pine Crest, Westminster Academy, Cardinal Gibbons, and Saint Coleman's, all within a short drive. For fitness, the area has Pilates and yoga studios along with a brand-new Crunch location in Pompano, though plenty of these homes come with the square footage to support a serious home gym setup of their own.
Where Do Bay Colony Residents Eat?
The dining options around Bay Colony are hard to beat: Kaluz, Benihana, Mastro's, Shooters 101 Ocean, Taco Craft, and Larb Thai Spice are all within reach, giving residents everything from fine dining to casual waterfront spots without leaving the immediate area.
What Does a Typical Bay Colony Home Look Like?
On average, homes in Bay Colony run five bedrooms and seven full bathrooms across just shy of 7,000 square feet, which is a substantial home even by South Florida luxury waterfront standards. That size, combined with the no-fixed-bridge deep water access, is a big part of why the price point sits where it does.
What This Means for Buyers Considering Bay Colony
Right now there are only three homes on the market in Bay Colony, ranging from roughly $5.5 million up to $13.5 million, and homes are taking about six months to sell at around 87% of list price. That's a relatively thin inventory pool, so buyers who are serious about this specific combination of gated, waterfront, and no-fixed-bridge access should expect to move decisively when the right listing comes up.
Is Bay Colony the Best Gated Waterfront Community in Fort Lauderdale?
I think it's one of the strongest options in the city specifically because so few neighborhoods offer gated security alongside true deep-water, no-fixed-bridge boating access — that combination alone puts it in a category of its own.
FAQ
What is the median sales price in Bay Colony?
The median sales price in Bay Colony is currently $5,775,000.
How long do homes take to sell in Bay Colony?
Homes in Bay Colony are taking about six months to sell, closing at roughly 87% of list price.
Does Bay Colony have deep water and no fixed bridges?
Yes, Bay Colony offers deep-water access with no fixed bridges, which is a key reason it appeals to serious boaters.
How many homes are for sale in Bay Colony right now?
At the time of filming, there were only three homes for sale in Bay Colony, ranging from about $5.5 million to $13.5 million.
Want to Talk Through the Bay Colony Opportunity?
I'm Joe Vairo with the Vairo Group. If you want an honest, current conversation about buying or selling in Bay Colony or other gated waterfront communities in Fort Lauderdale, reach out anytime.
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Joe Vairo is a 2x eXp ICON Agent, South Florida real estate agent, and Fort Lauderdale Magazine's #3 ranked agent in Fort Lauderdale. The Vairo Group, ranked the #3 real estate team in Fort Lauderdale, specializes in waterfront properties and luxury relocation in the $1M+ market.
