Issue 9 · November 2026
Homes with a dock, slip or lift, with preliminary boat-length screens where the listing supports one. Confirm fit on site.
Simon Gedz
S.G. Trust Team · Realtor since 1995
Issue 9 · November 2026
Homes with a dock, slip or lift, with preliminary boat-length screens where the listing supports one. Confirm fit on site.
Simon Gedz
S.G. Trust Team · Realtor since 1995
November 2026 · Issue 9
From Simon
Welcome to the November 2026 boating edition.
Every home in these pages has a dock, a slip or a lift. Boat-length figures are preliminary planning screens, not a promise that a vessel fits.
When water frontage and a local side-line buffer are known, the estimate subtracts the buffer on both sides and respects any stated dock length. An MLS-advertised vessel size is labeled as such. Neither replaces a survey, permits, dock measurements, or sounding the depth at mean low water.
Thirty years here has taught me that the deal-breaker on a waterfront home is almost never the kitchen. It is a fixed bridge, six feet of water at low tide, or a seawall with no permit history. Call me and we'll check yours before you write.
Homes don't sell because they're listed. They sell because nothing is left to use against you. — Simon Gedz · Realtor since 1995
How to read this issue
Boat length here is a preliminary screen, not a maximum permitted length or a confirmed fit for your vessel.
MLS-advertised vessel sizes remain advertising claims until verified.
Water frontage is not dock length: a local side-line planning buffer reduces the preliminary length on both sides.
Without supported frontage and local buffer, or an explicit MLS boat-size claim, we do not publish a vessel length.
Always confirm depth at mean low water, fixed-bridge clearance on your route, beam versus slip width and shore power before you commit.
Dock-ready · ~85' preliminary length · verify fit
Hollywood · HOLLYWOOD GOLF ESTATES SE
Listed by Paz Global, Inc.
No fixed bridges to the inlet · Direct ocean access · 100' of dockage
Turnkey Intracoastal-front modern home with 100 ft of water frontage and direct ocean access with no fixed bridges. Fully renovated top to bottom: new metal roof, hurricane impact windows and doors throughout, hurricane-rated garage door, attic foam insulation, all new plumbing and electrical, and a new raised seawall with new concrete deck and dock, wired and ready for a boat lift. The rear of the home sits approximately 3.5 ft above neighboring properties.
View full detailsBoat length estimate
85'
Superyacht range
Preliminary · verify
100 ft stated water frontage less the local Hollywood side-line buffers; canal and inlet length limits not provided — Ask Simon
Dock-ready · ~85' preliminary length · verify fit
Fort Lauderdale · BAL HARBOUR 1ST ADD
Listed by Prado Realty Inc
Waterfront with private dockage
Experience luxury in this exceptional 2026 waterfront residence, where Mediterranean elegance meets contemporary coastal architecture and South American craftsmanship. Located in the coveted Middle River neighborhood, this one-of-a-kind estate offers approximately 6,650 SF on a 10,000 SF lot, with 105 feet of waterfront and northeast exposure. A brand-new all-concrete seawall further enhances this exceptional property. Expansive glass, natural materials, and abundant light create seamless indoor-outdoor living.
View full detailsBoat length estimate
85'
Superyacht range
Preliminary · verify
105 ft stated water frontage less the local Fort Lauderdale side-line buffers; limited by 105 ft stated dock; canal and inlet length limits not provided — Ask Simon
Dock-ready · ~530' preliminary length · verify fit
Fort Lauderdale · MERRITT ISLE
Listed by Compass Florida, LLC
Direct ocean access
Welcome to 2300 Aqua Vista Boulevard, a truly extraordinary waterfront estate in the prestigious Seven Isles neighborhood. Perfectly set on a rare 1.14 acre point lot with 550 feet of deep-water frontage along the Barcelona Canal, this property is a dream for mega yacht owners seeking direct ocean access. The reimagined estate spans 8,130 square feet of luxurious living, offering 7 bedrooms and 6.5 bathrooms, blending timeless elegance with modern sophistication.
View full detailsBoat length estimate
530'
Giga Yacht range
Preliminary · verify
550 ft stated water frontage less the local Fort Lauderdale side-line buffers; limited by 550 ft stated dock; canal and inlet length limits not provided — Ask Simon
Dock-ready · ~33' preliminary length · verify fit
Fort Lauderdale · RIO VISTA ISLES
Listed by Whitaker Realty, PA
Waterfront with private dockage
Welcome to one of Rio Vista's finest waterfront estates. Built in 2006 and designed by renowned architect Randall Stofft, this impressive 10,889 SF residence under air sits on a 19,033 SF lot with 153 feet of frontage along the main New River. Enjoy sweeping views of the Las Olas point lots and passing yachts. This exceptional estate features 6 bedrooms, 7 full and 3 half baths, a library, elegant bar, 750+ bottle wine cellar, private theater, elevator, 4-car garage, and indoor/outdoor fireplaces.
View full details
Boat length estimate
33'
Preliminary · verify
Estimate only. Verify with your captain
Dock-ready · ~40' preliminary length · verify fit
Pompano Beach · SANTA BARBARA SHORES
Listed by Quantum Realty Partners
No fixed bridges to the inlet · Direct ocean access · Deep-water dockage
WOW, new property on the block! A crazy deal at $2,350,000 in the exclusive enclave of Santa Barbara Shores. Be the first to see it. Set on 50 feet of deep water frontage overlooking Lake Santa Barbara, this waterfront estate has a private dock, unrestricted ocean access and no fixed bridges, just minutes to the Intracoastal and open ocean. A true boater's dream.
View full detailsBoat length estimate
40'
Preliminary · verify
50 ft stated water frontage less the local Pompano Beach side-line buffers; canal and inlet length limits not provided — Ask Simon
Dock-ready · ~65' preliminary length · verify fit
Boca Raton · CAMINO GARDENS
Listed by Serhant
Waterfront with private dockage
Discover waterfront living in the heart of East Boca Raton's highly desirable Camino Gardens neighborhood. Beautifully renovated and filled with natural light, this residence offers an inviting open-concept layout and generous living spaces and 3 Full Bedrooms + Office. A beautiful ALL IMPACT bay window and oversized glass sliding doors frame picturesque views of the backyard pool and waterfront canal.
View full details
Boat length estimate
65'
Preliminary · verify
85 ft stated water frontage less the local Boca Raton side-line buffers; canal and inlet length limits not provided — Ask Simon
Big-boat shortlist
These homes have longer preliminary length screens, not guaranteed usable dockage. Verify side-line rules, berth, depth and bridges before making a boat-fit decision.
~530' preliminary length · verify fit · Direct ocean access
Boat length ~530' · Giga Yacht range · preliminary, verify on site
View full details
~115' preliminary length · verify fit · Direct ocean access · Deep-water dockage
Boat length ~115' · Large Superyacht range · preliminary, verify on site
View full details
~90' preliminary length · verify fit · Direct ocean access · Deep-water dockage
Boat length ~90' · Superyacht range · preliminary, verify on site
View full details~85' preliminary length · verify fit · No fixed bridges to the inlet · Direct ocean access · 100' of dockage
Boat length ~85' · Superyacht range · preliminary, verify on site
View full details~85' preliminary length · verify fit · Waterfront with private dockage
Boat length ~85' · Superyacht range · preliminary, verify on site
View full details
~66' preliminary length · verify fit · Waterfront with private dockage
Boat length ~66' · preliminary, verify on site
View full detailsNavigation data changes. Always verify low-water depth, bridge restrictions, inlet conditions, seawall condition and permits with current official sources and qualified marine inspectors.
Boater's due diligence
A dock is infrastructure. It carries permits, a seawall behind it, a depth that changes with the tide and a route to open water that your boat either clears or doesn't.
Measure usable dock length yourself — listing copy often counts the whole lot's water frontage, not what your lines can use.
Sound the depth at mean low water, not at high tide on a showing day.
Map every fixed bridge between the dock and the inlet, and confirm your air draft against the posted clearance.
Get the seawall's age, cap condition and permit history in writing; replacement is a six-figure item.
Confirm lift capacity in pounds against your loaded weight, plus shore power amperage and dockside water.
Check municipal and association rules on liveaboards, vessel length and overnight guests at the dock.
Ask Simon
No. Ocean access only means the water eventually reaches the inlet. What matters is whether a fixed bridge stands in the way, how deep the canal is at low tide, and whether the dock is long enough for your boat. I check all three before we tour.
Sometimes. It depends on the waterway width, the county and municipal setbacks, and your neighbor's riparian line. We get an answer from a marine contractor during the inspection period, not after closing.
A deeded slip can be excellent, and it often costs less than waterfront land. Read the marina's rules on vessel length, the assessment history and whether the slip conveys with the deed or by lease.
Realtor since 1995. South Florida waterfront, dock and estate specialist.
Tell me your boat — length, beam, draft and air draft — and I'll tell you which homes actually work.
Simon Gedz · S.G. Trust Team · Realtor since 1995
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