The Best Gated Communities in Fort Lauderdale

#5 Bay Colony

Our first selection for the top gated community in Fort Lauderdale is Bay Colony. This boutique waterfront neighborhood provides a guard-gated entrance into the neighborhood. Bay Colony is one of only a few neighborhoods in Fort Lauderdale that offers this level of entrance security. Once you are inside the gates, the community unfolds to tree-lined streets and beautiful waterfront estate homes. This is a close-knit neighborhood, with approximately 100 waterfront homes situated along the Intracoastal Waterway. Bay Colony also has the distinction of being within a five-minute drive of Pine Crest School, ranked the best private school in Florida for grades K thru 12. This neighborhood is ideal for families, boaters, and those seeking a higher level of secure living.

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#3 Sea Ranch Lakes

Sea Ranch Lakes is the third neighborhood in our selection that provides a guard-operated gate. The guarded gate is important to note due to the limited number of communities that offer this level of security. Sea Ranch Lakes is more than just a neighborhood; it is a fully incorporated village with a police force, building department, city hall, and private beach club. Furthermore, we’ve included this unique village in our selection due to its proximity to Fort Lauderdale and because it is a highly desired place to live. Included in the neighborhood are homes along the Intracoastal Waterway and lakefront homes. Additionally, one of the exclusive benefits for owners in Sea Ranch Lakes is access to the private Beach Club with tennis, resort pool, and clubhouse directly across the street. In short, Sea Ranch Lakes is ideal for families, beachgoers, and anyone seeking a rare community village.

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#1. Harbor Beach

Harbor Beach is known for having the most valued properties in Fort Lauderdale. The neighborhood entrances have unattended guard houses with gates that open upon approach. The gates deter any unwanted visitors to the neighborhood, and roving police patrols supplement them. Residents of Harbor Beach enjoy many amenities, which include access to the private beachfront surf club and a community marina. The neighborhood spans the east and west side of the barrier island. The west side of Harbor Beach is a collection of islands connected with charming bridges. Waterfront homes on the west side islands boast wide canals with deep water dockage. Some of the largest yachts in South Florida are at berth in Harbor Beach. The east side of Harbor Beach is nearest the surf club and the prettiest beach in Fort Lauderdale.

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