The Four Waterfront Condo Buildings Redefining Las Olas — and What Each One Actually Costs
Four condo buildings on Las Olas in Fort Lauderdale deliver true waterfront living on the New River and the ocean, with prices ranging from roughly $700,000 at Las Olas River House to as high as $16 million at the brand-new Andare.
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. Las Olas waterfront condos are some of the most frequently asked-about properties I get from buyers relocating to Fort Lauderdale, and the differences between these buildings are bigger than most people realize. Here is the full breakdown.
Las Olas Grand Delivers the Most Authentic Waterfront Feel
Las Olas Grand sits directly on the New River, which means residents watch boats pass by all day from a building that was completed in 2005. Units here run larger than most of the newer competition, ranging from about 1,600 to 3,700 square feet, and some units also carry ocean views in addition to the river. The building carries funded reserves and currently has no assessments, which matters given how many older South Florida condo buildings are dealing with special assessments right now. Prices at Las Olas Grand run from around $1.2 million up to roughly $4 million, making it the pick for a buyer who wants real space and a genuine waterfront lifestyle while staying inside the Las Olas corridor.
What Makes 100 Las Olas the Modern Downtown Choice?
100 Las Olas is the newer, more design-forward high-rise in the group, built in 2020 with only 113 units, which keeps it feeling comparatively private for a downtown condo tower. It isn't directly on the water the way Las Olas Grand is, but higher floors bring sweeping views of both the ocean and the river. Pricing starts around $1.6 million and climbs past $10 million at the top end. This building is the right fit for a buyer prioritizing walkability, view quality, and newer construction over being at water's edge.
Las Olas River House: Why Is It Fort Lauderdale's Best Value Play?
Las Olas River House is one of the most recognizable buildings in Fort Lauderdale, standing over 40 stories with 280 units directly on the New River. Because it's a larger building, it actually delivers some of the best value on Las Olas and along the river corridor, with prices starting around $700,000 and going up to about $2.3 million. For a buyer who wants location and real water views without paying Las Olas Grand or Andare pricing, this is the building that makes the math work.
Andare Is Bringing the Next Generation of Las Olas Luxury
Andare is the newest of the four, a brand-new building with only 163 units designed by Pininfarina, the Italian design house known for high-end automotive and architectural work. Units here scale up to more than 6,000 square feet, and every unit in the building faces east toward the ocean, which is a rare guarantee in a market where view lines usually depend on floor and stack. Pricing starts just over $2 million and runs up to around $16 million, positioning Andare as the ultra-luxury, new-construction option for buyers who want to be in the heart of Las Olas without compromising on finishes or views.
What This Means for Buyers Comparing Las Olas Condos
The four buildings essentially map to four different buyer profiles. Las Olas Grand is for space and classic waterfront living. 100 Las Olas is for walkability and newer construction at a more accessible entry point. Las Olas River House is the value play for anyone who wants real water views without the highest price tag on the strip. Andare is for buyers who want brand-new construction, guaranteed ocean-facing units, and are prepared to pay for that certainty. Knowing which category matters to you before you start touring saves a lot of wasted time in a market where inventory moves fast.
Am I Bullish on the Las Olas Condo Market?
Yes. Las Olas continues to attract buyers relocating from higher-tax states who want walkability, water, and a downtown feel without leaving South Florida, and a corridor with this range of product — from $700,000 to $16 million — gives buyers at very different budgets a reason to stay in the same few blocks.
FAQ
What is the price range for waterfront condos on Las Olas?
Prices across the four buildings covered here range from about $700,000 at Las Olas River House to roughly $16 million at Andare.
Which Las Olas building has the largest units?
Andare has the largest units, scaling up to more than 6,000 square feet, followed by Las Olas Grand at up to 3,700 square feet.
Is Las Olas Grand directly on the water?
Yes, Las Olas Grand sits directly on the New River, giving residents direct water views and boat traffic right outside the building.
Does every unit at Andare have an ocean view?
Yes, every unit at Andare faces east toward the ocean, which is unusual for a Las Olas building where view quality typically depends on floor and orientation.
Want to Talk Through the Las Olas Condo Opportunity?
I'm Joe Vairo with the Vairo Group. If you want an honest, current conversation about which of these Las Olas buildings actually fits your budget and lifestyle, reach out directly.
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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.
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