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Bay Colony

Fort Lauderdale, Florida · Broward County · Median $1,100,000

Bay Colony

A guard-gated Intracoastal community in Fort Lauderdale prized for no-fixed-bridge ocean access, wide waterways, and a private marina serving large yachts.

Bay Colony is a guard-gated, single-family waterfront community in the northeast quadrant of Fort Lauderdale, developed from the late 1960s onward. It is small and private, with just over 100 homesites, and should not be confused with the separate Bay Colony Club condominiums nearby.

The community is built for boaters. Homes sit on wide, deep canals with direct ocean access and no fixed bridges, so large yachts can reach open water without clearance limits, and most homes have private dockage on oversized lots. Architecture ranges from Mediterranean to a classic Old Florida look, with homes commonly in the several-thousand-square-foot range.

Bay Colony is known for its around-the-clock manned security, which is unusual for a single-family community of its size in Fort Lauderdale. There is no on-site yacht club, but the location just west of the Intracoastal keeps residents close to the water and the beach. We can share current listings and recent sales.

Median Price

Median $1,100,000

City

Fort Lauderdale

County

Broward County

Bay Colony real estate market

There are 3 active listings for sale in Bay Colony right now. The median list price is $1,100,000, or about $663 per square foot. Listings span $1,100,000 to $1,410,000, so there is inventory across most budgets. Homes are averaging 432 days on market. These figures update from the MLS as the market moves.

MLS data updated October 13, 2026
Active Listings
3
Median List Price
$1,100,000
Median $/Sq Ft
$663
Avg Days on Market
432
Price Range
$1,100,000 to $1,410,000

Homes in Bay Colony

This luxury collection's current listings in Bay Colony offer 2 to 3 bedrooms and 2 baths. Living areas run from about 1,543 to 1,659 square feet. The mix here includes condo homes. Current prices run from $1,100,000 to $1,410,000. The homes on the market were built between 1988 and 2016.

Bay Colony prices

Active homes in Bay Colony carry a median list price of $1,100,000. Current listings run from $1,100,000 to $1,410,000. Across the homes on the market now, pricing works out to roughly $747 per square foot, though at this level custom finishes and water or golf frontage drive wide variation. A representative listing offers 2 bedrooms with around 1,659 square feet of living space, and the largest estates in Bay Colony run well beyond that. Values in a community like Bay Colony rest on scarcity: a limited number of homes, strong amenities, and a location buyers actively compete for.

No-fixed-bridge ocean access
Private marina
Wide waterways
24-hour security

Living in Bay Colony

Bay Colony suits boaters. Waterfront homesites offer private dockage with access to the Intracoastal and, in many cases, the open ocean, so owners can keep a yacht steps from the door. Privacy is part of the appeal. Bay Colony is gated, with staffed or controlled access that keeps the community quiet and secure.

Bay Colony location

Bay Colony, a luxury community in Fort Lauderdale, sits within Broward County, Florida. The Fort Lauderdale area's shopping, dining, schools, and parks are all nearby, and the region's job centers, beaches, and airports are within driving distance.

How to buy in Bay Colony

Purchasing in Bay Colony works differently from a standard home search. A meaningful share of luxury inventory in Fort Lauderdale trades quietly, off-market, so the most relevant homes are not always the ones on a public search. Representation matters at this level. A buyer's agent who knows the community can surface private listings, arrange showings, and guide the due diligence high-value homes require, from surveys and elevation certificates to seawall, dock, and club-membership review. Financing is available even on eight-figure homes through jumbo and portfolio lenders, though many purchases here close in cash. Either way, having proof of funds or a lender letter ready keeps you competitive when the right property comes up. Come prepared to move: the best homes in Bay Colony draw more than one qualified buyer, and a clean, well-documented offer often wins over a higher but shakier one.

Selling a home in Bay Colony

Selling in Bay Colony calls for pricing and marketing built for a small, discerning buyer pool. Rare homes do not price themselves off a simple comparable pull. Recent sales inside Bay Colony and comparable Fort Lauderdale communities set the range, while condition, water frontage, golf exposure, and finish level move a home up or down within it. Presentation is the differentiator: professional photography and video, and in many cases discreet, invitation-only marketing that protects a seller's privacy while still reaching qualified buyers and their agents. We also advise on timing and staging, and on whether a quiet pre-market launch or a full public debut is likely to net more for your specific home. We represent Bay Colony sellers with a valuation grounded in real local sales and a plan matched to the individual home.

How many homes are for sale in Bay Colony?
There are 3 active listings for sale in Bay Colony right now, and these counts update from the MLS as homes come on the market and go under contract. Prices sit in a narrow band here, so homes in Bay Colony tend to compete directly with each other. Ask us to set up a search alert and you will see new Bay Colony listings the day they reach the market.
What is the median home price in Bay Colony?
The median list price in Bay Colony is $1,100,000, or roughly $663 per square foot. The median is the midpoint of what is currently listed, so about half of Bay Colony homes ask more and half ask less, within a broader range of $1,100,000 to $1,410,000. The median sits in the lower part of that range, so most Bay Colony homes are nearer the entry level and a few high-end listings pull the top up. We can pull recent comparable sales to price a specific home more precisely.
What price range do homes in Bay Colony cover?
Homes for sale in Bay Colony currently range from about $1,100,000 at the entry level to $1,410,000 at the top of the market. That spread reflects the local mix, from smaller condos and townhomes up to larger single-family and luxury homes, with the median list price around $1,100,000. The spread is tight, which usually points to a consistent housing stock rather than a mix of sizes and eras. Tell us your budget and must-haves and we will send the Bay Colony listings that actually fit.
How long do homes take to sell in Bay Colony?
Homes in Bay Colony are averaging 432 days on market, measured from the day a listing goes live to the day it goes under contract. That is a slow pace, so sellers here should expect to price carefully and buyers often have time to compare before committing. Days on market in Bay Colony also shift with the season and with how a home is priced, so a sharply priced listing can still sell well ahead of the average.
How much do homes in Bay Colony cost?
Active listings in Bay Colony run from $1,100,000 to $1,410,000, with a median list price of $1,100,000. Pricing turns on the home's size, its location within the community, water or golf frontage, and finish level. Ask us for current active listings and recent closed sales.
Is Bay Colony a gated community?
Yes. Bay Colony is a gated community with controlled access.
Does buying in Bay Colony require a club membership?
Many luxury communities pair the home purchase with a separate club or equity membership. Terms and fees vary, so confirm the current requirement for Bay Colony before you make an offer.
Are there off-market homes in Bay Colony?
Often, yes. A share of Bay Colony inventory sells privately, without ever reaching the public MLS. We track these through the local agent network, so ask what is available beyond the public listings.
What are the carrying costs of a home in Bay Colony?
Beyond the purchase price, owners budget for property taxes, homeowners and often flood and windstorm insurance, and any HOA or club dues. On high-value Florida homes these add up, so factor them into your monthly cost before you buy.
Are homes in Bay Colony a good investment?
Homes in established, amenity-rich communities like Bay Colony tend to hold value well, because supply is limited and demand for the location stays strong. As with any purchase, the outcome depends on the price paid, the specific home, and how long you hold it.
Where is Bay Colony located?
Bay Colony is in Fort Lauderdale, Broward County, Florida.
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