A $2.7 Million Bet Against Waterfront: What This Coral Ridge Country Club Estates Home Tells You About Buying Off the Water
For $2.7 million, this four-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bathroom home in Fort Lauderdale's Coral Ridge Country Club Estates delivers just under 3,500 square feet, a pool, and a two-car garage — down the street from the Coral Ridge Country Club and Yacht Club, with no HOA required.
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. I walk through homes like this one to show buyers what they're actually trading off when they choose location and lifestyle over waterfront. Here is the full breakdown.
What Does $2.7 Million Buy in Coral Ridge Country Club Estates
This home is a four-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bathroom property at just under 3,500 square feet, with a pool and a two-car garage, located in the prestigious Coral Ridge Country Club Estates. It sits down the street from both the Coral Ridge Country Club and the Coral Ridge Yacht Club.
Why Would This House Make You Rethink Living on the Water
Living on the water is still the dream for a lot of buyers, but this home makes a strong case for reconsidering that default. The value here comes down to location rather than a water lot, and Coral Ridge Country Club Estates delivers a level of prestige and access that competes directly with waterfront living, just without the premium price tag that typically comes with it.
Do You Have to Join Coral Ridge Country Club to Live Here
No. Despite the neighborhood's name, joining the Coral Ridge Country Club is not mandatory, so this home carries no HOA. Buyers who do want the membership can join the Coral Ridge Country Club or the Coral Ridge Yacht Club separately, but neither is a requirement of ownership.
How Close Is This Home to the Beach and Parks
The home is not far from three different beaches: Pompano Beach, Lauderdale-by-the-Sea Beach, and Galt Mile, putting it firmly within reach of the broader Fort Lauderdale Beach area. Within the neighborhood itself, residents have access to Bayview Park just down the street and George English Park a little further south, along with Birch State Park nearby.
What's the Everyday Convenience Like Here
Everything is within easy reach thanks to the home's proximity to Federal Highway, whether that means a grocery run, grabbing a bite to eat, or heading out for drinks in Flagler Village, Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, or downtown Fort Lauderdale. The area also has several gyms nearby, including the brand-new Crunch that just opened in Pompano, and the home itself includes an ADU currently used as a gym space.
What This Means for Buyers Weighing Waterfront vs. Location
If a waterfront lot isn't a non-negotiable for you, a home like this one shows what's possible when you prioritize location, no HOA, and proximity to clubs, parks, and beaches instead. At $2.7 million, buyers get nearly 3,500 square feet, a pool, and a backyard built for entertaining, without paying the premium that comes with direct water access.
Am I Bullish on Coral Ridge Country Club Estates?
Yes. The combination of no mandatory HOA, optional access to two private clubs, and proximity to three beaches and multiple parks makes this one of the stronger value propositions in Fort Lauderdale for buyers who don't need to be directly on the water.
FAQ
How much does this Coral Ridge Country Club Estates home cost? It's listed at $2.7 million for a four-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bathroom home just under 3,500 square feet.
Is there an HOA in Coral Ridge Country Club Estates? No. Membership in the Coral Ridge Country Club is optional, so this home has no mandatory HOA.
What beaches are nearby? Pompano Beach, Lauderdale-by-the-Sea Beach, and Galt Mile are all within reach, covering the broader Fort Lauderdale Beach area.
Does this home have a pool and garage? Yes, it includes a pool and a two-car garage, plus a backyard space suited for entertaining.
Want to Talk Through the Coral Ridge Country Club Estates Opportunity?
I'm Joe Vairo with the Vairo Group. If you want an honest, current conversation about Coral Ridge Country Club Estates or Fort Lauderdale homes off the water, reach out directly.
📲 Text or call me at 954-830-1126
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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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