Coral Ridge Real Estate Agent

Fort Lauderdale's Only Neighborhood with a Private Golf Course and Intracoastal Waterfront Access

By Michele Noonan | Coral Ridge Realtor | Listing Specialist

Last Updated July 2026

Coral Ridge Country Club Estates is one of the most distinctive residential addresses in all of Fort Lauderdale. No other neighborhood in the city offers the combination of a private invitation only golf course, deep water Intracoastal canal access with no fixed bridge ocean access, and beach proximity within a single community. That combination has made Coral Ridge Country Club Estates one of the most consistently sought after addresses in northeast Fort Lauderdale for more than seven decades and it is what separates this neighborhood from every other waterfront community in east Fort Lauderdale.

About Coral Ridge Country Club Estates

Coral Ridge Country Club Estates, widely known simply as Coral Ridge, is one of the most distinctive residential addresses in all of Fort Lauderdale.Coral Ridge Country stretches from Oakland Park Boulevard north to Commercial Boulevard and from the Intracoastal Waterway west to US-1 in zip codes 33306 and 33308. The neighborhood is built around Coral Ridge Country Club, an invitation only private club featuring the only golf course in Fort Lauderdale, originally designed by Robert Trent Jones Sr. in 1954 and fully restored by his son Rees Jones in 2020. The restored course features 11 tennis courts, a 25 meter swimming pool, and a full clubhouse with a robust social calendar including the annual Winter Wonderland event featuring ice skating and community celebrations that draw residents together throughout the year.

The neighborhood offers two distinct living experiences depending on location within the community. Homes on the east side of Bayview Drive sit directly on deep water canals with private docks and no fixed bridge ocean access, making them among the most desirable boating properties in all of Fort Lauderdale. Homes on the west side of Bayview Drive offer golf course views and dry lot living with a quieter more traditional residential character. This range of options within a single neighborhood gives Coral Ridge a depth and variety that attracts a broad buyer profile from serious boaters and serious golfers to families and retirees looking for an established east Fort Lauderdale address with long term value.

The neighborhood has a strong community identity anchored by the Coral Ridge Country Club Estates Community Association which maintains standards and advocates for residents throughout the area. Multiple independent HOAs operate within different sections of the neighborhood. The streets are tree-lined and well maintained and the architecture is eclectic ranging from original ranch and bungalow homes to Spanish Revival estates and new construction luxury residences reflecting decades of investment by homeowners who value this neighborhood's unique combination of amenities and location.

Homes and Real Estate in Coral Ridge

Coral Ridge consists of approximately 2,617 homes with a mix of single family residences townhouses and condominiums. Single family homes are the dominant property type and range from original mid-century ranch style homes to expansive waterfront estates with private docks. The median year built is 1970 reflecting the neighborhood's established character though significant new construction and complete renovations are increasingly common throughout. Average single family home size is approximately 2,900 square feet with some homes over 7,000 square feet. The median lot size is about 10,000 square feet.

Home styles include ranch, bungalow, and Spanish Revival among the most common with Mediterranean and contemporary designs increasingly present in renovated and newly built properties. Waterfront homes on the east side of Bayview Drive with private docks and deep water no fixed bridge ocean access command the highest prices in the neighborhood with Spanish inspired waterfront estates reaching into the high single digit millions. Golf course homes on the west side offer a different price point and lifestyle. Condominium options are also available ranging from entry level one bedroom units to waterfront residences giving the neighborhood an unusually broad range of price points for an east Fort Lauderdale community of this caliber.

Pricing a home in Coral Ridge requires understanding the meaningful difference in value between waterfront dock access, golf course frontage, and dry lot properties within the same neighborhood. These distinctions directly affect your buyer pool, your days on market, and your final sale price. A waterfront home with deep water dock access and no fixed bridge ocean access competes in a completely different buyer pool than a golf course home or a dry lot property even if they are the same size and on the same street.

Current Price Range: $1,100,000 to $10,000,000+ single family homes

Golf Parks and Recreation

At the center of the neighborhood sits Coral Ridge Country Club, the only golf course and country club in east Fort Lauderdale. Membership is by invitation only and the club features the Robert Trent Jones Sr. designed and Rees Jones restored 18 hole championship course, 11 tennis courts, a 25 meter swimming pool, and a full clubhouse. The Tortuga Music Festival, one of South Florida's most popular annual outdoor music events, takes place nearby on the beach and draws large crowds from the neighborhood each year. Bayview Park offers tennis courts, basketball courts, and baseball fields. Mangurian Park provides playgrounds and open green space for families. Fort Lauderdale Beach is within half a mile of many homes in the neighborhood making it genuinely walkable to the Atlantic for a significant portion of residents.

Shopping and Dining Near Coral Ridge

The Coral Ridge Shopping Center anchored by Publix, Target, HomeGoods, and an AMC movie theater serves everyday retail needs within the neighborhood. The Fresh Market is located on the western boundary of the community. Whole Foods and Trader Joe's are nearby. For dining Kaluz is a neighborhood staple known for its extensive wine list and waterfront atmosphere. Cafe Seville offers Spanish tapas in a colorful setting. The Galleria Mall on Sunrise Boulevard provides a full retail and dining destination minutes from the neighborhood. Las Olas Boulevard with its concentration of upscale restaurants, galleries, and boutiques is approximately 15 minutes south.

Schools Near Coral Ridge

Students in Coral Ridge Country Club Estates are served by Broward County Public Schools. Bennett Elementary, Sunrise Middle School, & Fort Lauderdale High School earns an A rating and is one of the oldest continuously operating high schools in Broward County founded in 1899. For private school options Cardinal Gibbons High School is ranked in the top ten high schools for athletes in Florida by Niche and is a popular choice for families in this neighborhood. Pine Crest School and American Heritage School Broward Campus are also within a reasonable drive. Westminster Academy serves families seeking a faith-based college preparatory option. Buyers with school age children should verify specific school assignments through the Broward County school locator as boundaries can change.

Location and Accessibility

Coral Ridge sits in the northeastern quadrant of Fort Lauderdale with easy access to I-95 via Oakland Park Boulevard or Commercial Boulevard. Fort Lauderdale Beach is within walking distance for many residents. The Galleria Mall is minutes away on Sunrise Boulevard. Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport is approximately 20 to 25 minutes south. Lauderdale by the Sea, one of South Florida's most charming beach towns, is just north along A1A. Downtown Fort Lauderdale and Las Olas Boulevard are approximately 15 minutes south.

Frequently Asked Questions About Coral Ridge

Is Coral Ridge a waterfront neighborhood?

Yes and no depending on where within the neighborhood a home is located. Homes on the east side of Bayview Drive sit directly on deep water canals with private docks and no fixed bridge ocean access making them among the most desirable boating properties in Fort Lauderdale. Homes on the west side of Bayview Drive offer golf course views and dry lot living. Buyers seeking waterfront dock access should focus specifically on the east side of Bayview Drive and canal fronting properties within the neighborhood.

Does Coral Ridge have a golf course?

Yes. Coral Ridge Country Club which is a private membership club. It features the only private golf course in east Fort Lauderdale, an 18 hole championship course originally designed by Robert Trent Jones Sr. in 1954 and fully restored by his son Rees Jones in 2020. Membership is by invitation only. The club also features 11 tennis courts, a 25 meter swimming pool, and a full clubhouse with social activities. It is the most prestigious Country Club in Broward County.

What is the price range for homes in Coral Ridge?

Single family homes in Coral Ridge Country Club Estates currently range from approximately $1,100,000 to well over $10,000,000 depending on waterfront status, lot size, condition, and level of renovation. Waterfront homes with deep water dock access and no fixed bridge ocean access command the highest premiums. Golf course homes and dry lot properties offer more accessible entry points into this prestigious neighborhood.

What schools serve Coral Ridge?

Students are served by Broward County Public Schools including Bennett Elementary with a B minus Niche rating, Sunrise Middle School with a B rating, and Fort Lauderdale High School which earns an A rating. Private options nearby include Cardinal Gibbons High School, Pine Crest School, American Heritage School Broward Campus, and Westminster Academy. Buyers should verify specific school assignments through the Broward County school locator before purchasing.

Is there an HOA in Coral Ridge?

Multiple independent HOAs operate within different sections of Coral Ridge. The Coral Ridge Country Club Estates Community Association serves the broader neighborhood. HOA fees and requirements vary by section. Buyers should verify current HOA structure, fees, and requirements for their specific property during due diligence.

How does Coral Ridge to The Landings Fort Lauderdale?

Coral Ridge is generally considered the more prestigious of the two northeast Fort Lauderdale addresses. Homes in Coral Ridge tend to be larger, with more new construction and complete renovations throughout the neighborhood, and the added amenity of the only private golf course in east Fort Lauderdale drives a meaningful price premium. The Landings offers a more intimate neighborhood character with primarily mid-century single family homes that tend to be smaller and more modestly priced. Both neighborhoods offer waterfront canal living and Intracoastal access but Coral Ridge commands higher price points for, has more homes with newer construction, proximity to the golf course, and overall prestige within the northeast Fort Lauderdale market.

How does Coral Ridge compare to Bay Colony Fort Lauderdale?

Bay Colony is immediately north of The Landings and is one of only two truly guard gated single family communities in all of Fort Lauderdale. Bay Colony offers no fixed bridge deep water ocean access and 24 hour guard gate security at significantly higher price points than most of Coral Ridge Country Club Estates. Coral Ridge offers the added amenity of a private golf course with a membership; which Bay Colony does not have but you can become a member. The right choice depends entirely on whether the buyer prioritizes guard gate security and unrestricted deep water access or golf course living and a larger more established neighborhood community.

How far is Coral Ridge from Fort Lauderdale Beach?

Fort Lauderdale Beach is is about 10 minute drive for many residents in the eastern sections of the neighborhood. Lauderdale by the Sea is just north along A1A and offers a charming beach town alternative within the same proximity.

What makes Coral Ridge Country Club Estates unique compared to other Fort Lauderdale neighborhoods?

Coral Ridge Country Club Estates is the only neighborhood in Fort Lauderdale that combines a private golf course, deep water Intracoastal canal access with no fixed bridge ocean access, and beach proximity within a single community. That combination is genuinely rare in South Florida and it is what has sustained demand for this neighborhood for more than seven decades through multiple market cycles.

Thinking About Selling Your Home in Coral Ridge?

Pricing a home in Coral Ridge requires understanding the meaningful difference in value between waterfront dock access, golf course frontage, and dry lot properties within the same neighborhood. These distinctions directly affect your buyer pool, your days on market, and your final sale price. I have been working in the Fort Lauderdale market for nearly 30 years and understand how to position each property type for the right buyer in this community.

If you are considering selling your home in Coral Ridge I can give you an accurate picture of where your property stands in today's market before you make any decisions about timing, pricing, or preparation. Call or text 954.882.8900 or visit michelenoonanllc.com to request a consultation. This service is free and there is no obligation to list your home.

Relocating to Fort Lauderdale and looking for waterfront community like Coral Ridge?

Coral Ridge offers one of the most distinctive combinations of lifestyle amenities in northeast Fort Lauderdale. Whether you are a serious boater looking for deep water dock access, a golfer seeking proximity to the only private course in east Fort Lauderdale, or a family looking for an established neighborhood with strong schools and beach proximity I can give you current inventory insight and guidance on how different sections of the neighborhood compare in value and lifestyle. Call or text 954.882.8900 to discuss what is currently available.

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