
Fort Lauderdale Homes with Private Docks: What to Check Before Buying (2026)
Frontage isn’t berth size. Dock length after setbacks, low-tide depth, bridges, canal width, the new seawall height rules and permits — the buyer checklist.

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Your boat. Your budget. Your everyday life. Extra tools that bring the whole picture together—from the first search to closing day.
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Search with your boat’s dimensions. Screen stated dock length, available depth and bridge clearance, with missing information flagged for verification—not treated as permission to moor.

A closer look
Useful tools are not exclusive to one website. The difference here is how boat screening, estimated ownership costs and an individual home’s magazine come together for South Florida.
Public-page review · October 15, 2026
The big search apps have mortgage calculators. Here, Budget Search brings Florida after-sale tax estimates into the search for homes within a monthly budget.
Try Budget SearchA typical brokerage magazine is a periodic editorial issue. Our property magazine is a different format: photos, facts and local context assembled for the individual listing.
Open a real sampleThe big search apps offer waterfront search. Our Dock & Draft Match™ tools add preliminary screening for your boat’s dimensions, with unconfirmed details clearly left to verify.
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Set your vessel profile. Our Dock & Draft Match™ engine checks private dockage, low-water depth and every fixed bridge to the Atlantic.

Hover or tap each point on the wheel — Dock & Draft Match™ checks private dock length, low-water depth and every fixed bridge on the run to the Atlantic, home by home, before you ever tour.
Marine intelligence
Every listing gets its own printed and digital magazine, plus pricing built from dock length, depth and bridges, not just square footage.
Wherever you're coming from, we'll help you sell there and buy here. You get a trusted agent in your home market and a South Florida team that knows every canal, school and tax number before you fly in.
What Clients Say
Working with Simon and the team at South FL Luxury Living was an incredible experience from start to finish. Finding an oceanfront condo on Fort Lauderdale Beach can be overwhelming, but the technology on his platform completely transformed our search. The custom budget search tool made evaluating the real monthly picture straightforward—factoring in true after-sale property taxes, insurance, and HOA dues upfront so there were zero surprises. Simon paired these powerful digital tools with 30 years of unmatched local coastal expertise to negotiate a fantastic deal. If you want cutting-edge tech backed by honest, veteran guidance, this is the team to call. Thank you!! Ashley Masher
Working with Simon to find our Fort Lauderdale waterfront dream home was incredible. We couldn't be happier—watching breathtaking sunsets every single day from our backyard and having our boat right at the dock is an absolute game changer. Highly recommend! Gorge Elbaz
We were buying a property in Fort Lauderdale, and it wasn't an easy deal — we were racing the clock and ran into an HOA issue with the city along the way. Simon and his team jumped in and handled everything: the deed, inspection, and title work, working closely with us to sort out the HOA problem. Because of his effort, we actually closed two weeks earlier than planned, exactly when we needed to. He was incredibly helpful throughout the whole process, and we couldn't have asked for a better agent to represent us.
I cannot recommend Simon Gedz enough! Selling my home was a complex and challenging process, but Simon made it smooth and stress-free. His deep knowledge of the real estate market, combined with his experience and problem-solving skills, truly set him apart.
The best of the best. He is experienced and organized. You want Simon on your side! He asks the right questions and breaks down information in a clear and easy to understand way. He found a hidden gem for me and held my hand through the process — even after signing.
Simon did an outstanding job helping us with the purchase of our home! He was tremendously helpful when we had some problems come up, and worked very professionally to resolve them. Highly recommended!
It was great to work with Simon. I first ran into him about 10 years ago when he was helping my neighbor sell his house. He made such an impression on me that I told him if I would ever sell my house, I would call him — and 10 years later I did.
Everyone selling or buying a home should have a realtor like Simon. He is not a salesman; he becomes a friend. For me, he took me to the hospital when I became ill and performed tasks not normally done by realtors, including getting a lien removed so the property could be sold.
Simon was very helpful at every stage of the process. He was very knowledgeable and responsive to all of my questions and needs. His knowledge of the local communities was extensive. He helped with staging, pictures, and closing.
Simon is simply superb. Very professional, honest, always available and extremely helpful and patient. I recommend him — you will not be disappointed with Simon's service. I was not, and I have been dealing with Simon for over 9 years.
Simon pledged to provide excellent service and delivered. Throughout the process of the sale of my house, he acted promptly and efficiently. I was kept informed and given the confidence that Simon knew his stuff and would ensure that my interests were looked after.
Acting as my agent for the sale of my condo, Simon was the ultimate professional. Simon is the hardest worker for his client that I have ever seen. Simon did whatever it took to please his client and close the deal for the benefit of all concerned — from photos to showings to closing.
Simon did an amazing job selling our house. He worked non stop with the lenders and the attorneys to get this deal done. Will definitely work together with him in the future!
Simon was very helpful and understanding of our needs in purchasing a home. He was very professional and friendly. He answered all my questions and demands. I will recommend him to anyone who is looking to purchase or sell a home or property.
Simon was referred by a good friend. My wife and I wanted to purchase a second home for our family in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea. Very friendly and knowledgeable about the area, always looking out for your best interest. He made the process smooth and quick, and negotiated a great price.
Simon Gedz is an amazing agent! Always patient, honest and willing to make time for us. Simon's quick response every time we had questions or issues that arose during our purchase made our experience of buying a home much easier and pleasant because of his professionalism.
Simon was AWESOME! He was great to work with and replied to my questions quickly. He was very knowledgeable and very patient, and we found the perfect unit in Fort Lauderdale. He negotiated a great price for us and kept us in the loop every step of the way. Highly, highly recommended!
We cannot say enough about our agent! He helped us list and close on a condo in under a month in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea — all without having to meet face-to-face. Simon is very personable, professional and, most importantly, knowledgeable of the local market where he works and resides.
Simon is by far the best agent I have worked with, especially in the Ft. Lauderdale area. I own multiple properties around the country and have worked with many real estate agents. We had our property listed with other agents and could not get an offer. As soon as Simon took over, everything changed.
Simon helped me sell and purchase a home in Fort Lauderdale. I have known Simon for many years professionally but never needed his services until a few months ago. I chose him for his knowledge and negotiation skills. He was very responsive throughout.
We have rented two properties through Simon Gedz in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea. We were very satisfied with his help and support in negotiating great upgrades and changes in our unit. Simon is an honest and very committed professional agent. I highly recommend him and his team.
Simon did a fantastic job! He made a very stressful and difficult situation much more simple and stress-free. I found Simon on Zillow when I was searching for an agent to sell my place. I don't live in FL anymore so it made it hard — also, he sounded very confident and professional during our first call.
Simon Gedz helped me sell and purchase a home in Fort Lauderdale. He is driven beyond all compare and is relentless in pursuing his goals — awesome and professional. Simon is very knowledgeable of the local market. He is also a seasoned negotiator.
Simon did a fantastic job! He made a very stressful and difficult situation much more simple and stress-free. He was very professional, knowledgeable, and supportive. His expertise was invaluable and I would not hesitate to use him again. He gave us great advice and stayed in constant contact.
Simon went above and beyond in helping us sell my home in Oakland Park. We cannot say enough about our agent!! Awesome experience throughout and always available for professional advice and guidance.
Simon was AWESOME! He was great to work with and replied to my questions quickly. He has a good understanding of the local market and I would rely on his services again. I own multiple properties around the country and have worked with many real estate agents.
Simon made a good impression with me in regards to his familiarity with the Ft. Lauderdale area and the rules and regulations regarding the sale of homes, and was polite in every respect. Hands down, not only one of the best agents we've had the pleasure of dealing with, but one of the finest people.
I was always fearful of the home buying process. However, Simon made the process easy and comfortable. Very relaxing and professional throughout! Excellent customer service and real estate are clearly his "super powers!" We love our new home! Thank you, Mr. Gedz.
We told Simon what we were looking for, which was very specific. We live in California and wanted to purchase a second home in Ft. Lauderdale — a specific subdivision on the water with at least 75 feet of dockage in deep water with no fixed bridges. Simon did not waste time and found exactly what we wanted.
Working with Simon and the team at South FL Luxury Living was an incredible experience from start to finish. Finding an oceanfront condo on Fort Lauderdale Beach can be overwhelming, but the technology on his platform completely transformed our search. The custom budget search tool made evaluating the real monthly picture straightforward—factoring in true after-sale property taxes, insurance, and HOA dues upfront so there were zero surprises. Simon paired these powerful digital tools with 30 years of unmatched local coastal expertise to negotiate a fantastic deal. If you want cutting-edge tech backed by honest, veteran guidance, this is the team to call. Thank you!! Ashley Masher
Working with Simon to find our Fort Lauderdale waterfront dream home was incredible. We couldn't be happier—watching breathtaking sunsets every single day from our backyard and having our boat right at the dock is an absolute game changer. Highly recommend! Gorge Elbaz
We were buying a property in Fort Lauderdale, and it wasn't an easy deal — we were racing the clock and ran into an HOA issue with the city along the way. Simon and his team jumped in and handled everything: the deed, inspection, and title work, working closely with us to sort out the HOA problem. Because of his effort, we actually closed two weeks earlier than planned, exactly when we needed to. He was incredibly helpful throughout the whole process, and we couldn't have asked for a better agent to represent us.
I cannot recommend Simon Gedz enough! Selling my home was a complex and challenging process, but Simon made it smooth and stress-free. His deep knowledge of the real estate market, combined with his experience and problem-solving skills, truly set him apart.
The best of the best. He is experienced and organized. You want Simon on your side! He asks the right questions and breaks down information in a clear and easy to understand way. He found a hidden gem for me and held my hand through the process — even after signing.
Simon did an outstanding job helping us with the purchase of our home! He was tremendously helpful when we had some problems come up, and worked very professionally to resolve them. Highly recommended!
It was great to work with Simon. I first ran into him about 10 years ago when he was helping my neighbor sell his house. He made such an impression on me that I told him if I would ever sell my house, I would call him — and 10 years later I did.
Everyone selling or buying a home should have a realtor like Simon. He is not a salesman; he becomes a friend. For me, he took me to the hospital when I became ill and performed tasks not normally done by realtors, including getting a lien removed so the property could be sold.
Simon was very helpful at every stage of the process. He was very knowledgeable and responsive to all of my questions and needs. His knowledge of the local communities was extensive. He helped with staging, pictures, and closing.
Simon is simply superb. Very professional, honest, always available and extremely helpful and patient. I recommend him — you will not be disappointed with Simon's service. I was not, and I have been dealing with Simon for over 9 years.
Simon pledged to provide excellent service and delivered. Throughout the process of the sale of my house, he acted promptly and efficiently. I was kept informed and given the confidence that Simon knew his stuff and would ensure that my interests were looked after.
Acting as my agent for the sale of my condo, Simon was the ultimate professional. Simon is the hardest worker for his client that I have ever seen. Simon did whatever it took to please his client and close the deal for the benefit of all concerned — from photos to showings to closing.
Simon did an amazing job selling our house. He worked non stop with the lenders and the attorneys to get this deal done. Will definitely work together with him in the future!
Simon was very helpful and understanding of our needs in purchasing a home. He was very professional and friendly. He answered all my questions and demands. I will recommend him to anyone who is looking to purchase or sell a home or property.
Simon was referred by a good friend. My wife and I wanted to purchase a second home for our family in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea. Very friendly and knowledgeable about the area, always looking out for your best interest. He made the process smooth and quick, and negotiated a great price.
Simon Gedz is an amazing agent! Always patient, honest and willing to make time for us. Simon's quick response every time we had questions or issues that arose during our purchase made our experience of buying a home much easier and pleasant because of his professionalism.
Simon was AWESOME! He was great to work with and replied to my questions quickly. He was very knowledgeable and very patient, and we found the perfect unit in Fort Lauderdale. He negotiated a great price for us and kept us in the loop every step of the way. Highly, highly recommended!
We cannot say enough about our agent! He helped us list and close on a condo in under a month in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea — all without having to meet face-to-face. Simon is very personable, professional and, most importantly, knowledgeable of the local market where he works and resides.
Simon is by far the best agent I have worked with, especially in the Ft. Lauderdale area. I own multiple properties around the country and have worked with many real estate agents. We had our property listed with other agents and could not get an offer. As soon as Simon took over, everything changed.
Simon helped me sell and purchase a home in Fort Lauderdale. I have known Simon for many years professionally but never needed his services until a few months ago. I chose him for his knowledge and negotiation skills. He was very responsive throughout.
We have rented two properties through Simon Gedz in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea. We were very satisfied with his help and support in negotiating great upgrades and changes in our unit. Simon is an honest and very committed professional agent. I highly recommend him and his team.
Simon did a fantastic job! He made a very stressful and difficult situation much more simple and stress-free. I found Simon on Zillow when I was searching for an agent to sell my place. I don't live in FL anymore so it made it hard — also, he sounded very confident and professional during our first call.
Simon Gedz helped me sell and purchase a home in Fort Lauderdale. He is driven beyond all compare and is relentless in pursuing his goals — awesome and professional. Simon is very knowledgeable of the local market. He is also a seasoned negotiator.
Simon did a fantastic job! He made a very stressful and difficult situation much more simple and stress-free. He was very professional, knowledgeable, and supportive. His expertise was invaluable and I would not hesitate to use him again. He gave us great advice and stayed in constant contact.
Simon went above and beyond in helping us sell my home in Oakland Park. We cannot say enough about our agent!! Awesome experience throughout and always available for professional advice and guidance.
Simon was AWESOME! He was great to work with and replied to my questions quickly. He has a good understanding of the local market and I would rely on his services again. I own multiple properties around the country and have worked with many real estate agents.
Simon made a good impression with me in regards to his familiarity with the Ft. Lauderdale area and the rules and regulations regarding the sale of homes, and was polite in every respect. Hands down, not only one of the best agents we've had the pleasure of dealing with, but one of the finest people.
I was always fearful of the home buying process. However, Simon made the process easy and comfortable. Very relaxing and professional throughout! Excellent customer service and real estate are clearly his "super powers!" We love our new home! Thank you, Mr. Gedz.
We told Simon what we were looking for, which was very specific. We live in California and wanted to purchase a second home in Ft. Lauderdale — a specific subdivision on the water with at least 75 feet of dockage in deep water with no fixed bridges. Simon did not waste time and found exactly what we wanted.
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