Issue 1 · Property Edition
A private editorial tour of 1529 Middle River Drive, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304.
Simon Gedz
S.G. Trust Team · Realtor since 1995
Issue 1 · Property Edition
A private editorial tour of 1529 Middle River Drive, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304.
Simon Gedz
S.G. Trust Team · Realtor since 1995
An interactive magazine: zoom the maps, tap a pin for details, and tap "See more" for things to do.
The residence
Listed by Douglas Elliman
6 beds · 9 baths · 6,718 sq ft
Totally customized in 2021 to the highest ultra-luxurious standard showcasing serene widest Middle River views & location! Almost 19,000 sf prime land. Three levels of curated fully furnished (exclude art/accessories) waterfront living with no expense or detail spared. Expansive views enjoyed from most rooms & extraordinary entertaining areas flow between great room, fireplace, bar area & dining, open concept Chef's kitchen plus separate caterer's kitchen. Elevator to 3rd level gym/sky lounge/roof terrace.
Dockage
Verify usable dock length
Depth
Verify at mean low water
Bridges
Verify vessel air draft and route
Nearest inlet
Port Everglades
Equipment
Confirm lift capacity, power and water
Seawall
Inspect condition, cap and permits
The interiors
Totally customized in 2021 to the highest ultra-luxurious standard showcasing serene widest Middle River views & location! Almost 19,000 sf prime land. Three levels of curated fully furnished (exclude art/accessories) waterfront living with no expense or detail spared. Expansive views enjoyed from most rooms & extraordinary entertaining areas flow between great room, fireplace, bar area & dining, open concept Chef's kitchen plus separate caterer's kitchen. Elevator to 3rd level gym/sky lounge/roof terrace. 1st & 2nd level primary suites plus 4 additional bedroom suites. Loft area/media room. Exterior areas include expansive covered outdoor poolside lounge & dining areas. Cabana bath, sauna & plunge pool.
01
Built in 2021
02
3 garage spaces
03
Private pool reported
04
Lot size: 0.43
Dogs
Welcome here
Cats
Welcome here
Pet-friendly — Some restrictions. Confirm current rules with the association.
A closer look
A visual detail from the property's current listing gallery. Photography and availability remain subject to the current listing.
A closer look
A visual detail from the property's current listing gallery. Photography and availability remain subject to the current listing.
Waterfront living
Listed by Douglas Elliman
6 beds · 9 baths · 6,718 sq ft
Totally customized in 2021 to the highest ultra-luxurious standard showcasing serene widest Middle River views & location! Almost 19,000 sf prime land. Three levels of curated fully furnished (exclude art/accessories) waterfront living with no expense or detail spared. Expansive views enjoyed from most rooms & extraordinary entertaining areas flow between great room, fireplace, bar area & dining, open concept Chef's kitchen plus separate caterer's kitchen. Elevator to 3rd level gym/sky lounge/roof terrace.
Dockage
Verify usable dock length
Depth
Verify at mean low water
Bridges
Verify vessel air draft and route
Nearest inlet
Port Everglades
Equipment
Confirm lift capacity, power and water
Seawall
Inspect condition, cap and permits
From home to open water
1529 Middle River Drive, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
Zoom the map in and out to follow the route. A preliminary waterway route from this home to the inlet. Distance follows the traveled water route; timing is an estimate, not a guaranteed passage time. Verify current charts, low-water depth, bridge clearance, tides and inlet conditions before departure — a planning guide, not permission to navigate or moor.
Life beyond the front door
Coral Ridge pairs quiet waterfront streets with the Galt Ocean Mile and the dining corridor along Oakland Park Boulevard.
Fine dining: Kaluz
Intracoastal dining with dock space
Fine dining: Rok:Brgr + Bombay Darbar
Sunset Drive favorites
Cocktails & nightlife: The Oceanic at Pompano Pier
Oceanfront lounge, 10 minutes north
Cocktails & nightlife: Bimini Boatyard
Classic Fort Lauderdale waterfront bar
Getting around
What's nearby in Fort Lauderdale
91 places to eat, see and do sit within reach of ZIP 33304.
19 dining · 14 bars & nightlife · 13 kids & family · 12 arts & culture · 11 sports & events
Dining: Las Olas Boulevard restaurant row · Casa D'Angelo Ristorante
Bars & Nightlife: Himmarshee Village · The Wharf Fort Lauderdale
Kids & Family: Xtreme Action Park · Sky Zone Trampoline Park (Fort Lauderdale)
Weekend favorites: Museum of Discovery and Science, Broward Center for the Performing Arts, Las Olas Art Fair & seasonal street shows.
Coral Ridge (Waterfront)
Venice of America — 165+ miles of navigable waterways, Las Olas dining, and easy I-95 / Brightline access.
Approximate drive times are estimated from straight-line distance, not a routed or live-traffic journey. Actual driving distance and timing vary with traffic, bridges and routing.
01
Fort Lauderdale Beach
1.8 mi straight-line · approximately 3 min drive
02
Downtown Fort Lauderdale / Las Olas
2.3 mi straight-line · approximately 4 min drive
03
Brightline Fort Lauderdale Station
2.5 mi straight-line · approximately 5 min drive
04
Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood Intl (FLL)
5.7 mi straight-line · approximately 11 min drive
05
Downtown Pompano Beach
5.8 mi straight-line · approximately 11 min drive
06
Downtown Hollywood / Young Circle
9.5 mi straight-line · approximately 18 min drive
Education
Loading school map…
Age-based school levels are approximate. Confirm grade placement and attendance boundaries with the district. Nearby options are not assigned schools. Faith labels are based on school names; confirm affiliation, grades and admissions directly with the school. Sign in and add your children to see each child matched to their own school.
A day in the life
Your day begins at 1529 Middle River Drive, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304, a home spanning 6,718 square feet with 6 bedrooms and 9 baths. Built in 2021, this residence was totally customized to the highest ultra-luxurious standard, showcasing serene widest Middle River views from its almost 19,000 square foot prime land. Enjoy three levels of curated, fully furnished waterfront living, with only art and accessories excluded.
During the week, your life balances convenience with enjoyment. Fine dining at Kaluz offers Intracoastal views and dock space. For a different evening, Rok:Brgr and Bombay Darbar are favorites on Sunset Drive. For cocktails, The Oceanic at Pompano Pier, an oceanfront lounge, is just 10 minutes north, or opt for the classic Fort Lauderdale waterfront bar, Bimini Boatyard. Your commute is equally efficient: Fort Lauderdale Beach is about a 3-minute drive, Downtown Fort Lauderdale/Las Olas about 4 minutes, the Brightline Fort Lauderdale Station about 5 minutes, and Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International (FLL) about 11 minutes.
When it’s time to dine, you have a wealth of options. The Las Olas Boulevard restaurant row offers sidewalk tables, steakhouses, sushi, and Italian fare along a walkable mile. Casa D'Angelo Ristorante provides an upscale Tuscan experience with handmade pasta, while Timpano Italian Chophouse offers a supper-club style Italian steakhouse with live entertainment on weekend nights.
Immerse yourself in arts and culture. The NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale offers modern and contemporary shows downtown, often quiet on weekday mornings. Experience touring Broadway, symphony, and comedy at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts, located on the New River. You can also explore the Las Olas Art Fair and seasonal street shows, outdoor juried art shows that animate Las Olas Boulevard several weekends a year.
For fresh air and recreation, Fort Lauderdale offers stunning options. Fort Lauderdale Beach and the A1A promenade provide two miles of lifeguarded sand, complete with a wave wall and bike lanes. Hugh Taylor Birch State Park, 180 acres of hammock and a lagoon, offers a tranquil escape with a tunnel to the beach. You can also walk the New River park, then ride the water taxi along the Riverwalk between downtown, Las Olas, and the beach.
Weekends are for exploration and family fun. Visit the Museum of Discovery and Science, or the Broward Center for the Performing Arts. The Las Olas Art Fair and seasonal street shows, the FAT Village Arts District, and New River Fine Art offer diverse cultural experiences. Las Olas Boulevard restaurant row provides endless dining. Shopping can be found at The Galleria at Fort Lauderdale, the Las Olas Boulevard Shopping District, or the Riverwalk Fort Lauderdale Antique Car & Farmers Market. For younger family members, Xtreme Action Park has indoor go-karts, a roller rink, and a ropes course, while Sky Zone Trampoline Park offers wall-to-wall trampolines. The AutoNation IMAX Theater at MODS p
Your home includes a dock where usable length, depth at mean low water, and any bridge air draft considerations for your vessel should be verified. Port Everglades serves as your inlet for direct ocean access.
To truly appreciate the elegant design and premier location of 1529 Middle River Drive, we invite you to experience it firsthand. Contact Simon Gedz, your trusted realtor since 1995, for a private tour. Discover how this exceptional Fort Lauderdale residence can become your new definition of home.
Explore this issue · This magazine is interactive: zoom the maps in and out, tap a pin for its name and walking time, and use "See more" to open every activity near this home's ZIP code.
Plan beyond the price
True monthly cost
25% down · 30 years · 6.85%
Planning estimate, not a lender or insurance quote. Taxes are modeled after sale. Roof age, wind mitigation, flood zone, reserves and assessments can materially change the total.
01
Confirm taxes after sale with the county
02
Bind insurance during the inspection period
03
Review association reserves and assessments
04
Use lender and insurance quotes before relying on any estimate
Pet-friendly, actually checked
Finding nearby dog parks…
Your path to owning it · Part 1
Simon Gedz has guided South Florida buyers since 1995. Here's how he'll walk you from the first showing to an accepted offer — call him at any step for advice.
01
Get pre-approved
Simon connects you with a trusted lender so your offer is taken seriously.
02
Tour the home
See it with Simon — he points out what photos never show.
03
Ask Simon for a CMA
A comparative market analysis of recent sales tells you what it's really worth.
04
Plan your offer
Simon recommends price, terms and contingencies based on the CMA.
05
Negotiate
Counteroffers handled by Simon until terms are agreed and signed.
06
Hire a real estate attorney
Simon recommends one to review the contract and protect you through closing.
07
Escrow deposit
Wired to the title company or attorney, usually within 3 days.
08
Order title & survey
Title search for liens; a survey confirms lot lines and improvements.
Your path to owning it · Part 2
During the inspection window Simon adds marine checks, so the dock is verified as carefully as the house. He'll recommend the next step and the right professional at each stage.
09
Home inspection
Licensed inspector checks roof, AC, plumbing, electrical and structure.
10
Insurance inspections
4-point and wind-mitigation reports to lower premiums.
11
Seawall & dock inspection
A marine inspector checks the seawall, pilings and dock structure.
12
Boat lift & equipment
Motors, cradles, power and water service tested.
13
Water depth check
Depth at low tide, measured where your boat will sit.
14
Run to the ocean
Bridge clearances and travel time confirmed for your boat.
15
Repairs or credits
Simon negotiates fixes or a credit from the inspection findings.
16
Insurance quotes
Bind home, wind and flood coverage early — Simon shares local agents.
17
Appraisal
Your lender confirms the value supports the price.
18
Clear to close
Loan underwriting is finished; closing date and figures confirmed.
19
Final walkthrough
Walk it with Simon to confirm condition and agreed repairs.
20
Closing day
Sign, fund, record the deed — and get the keys.
For a private showing or a property-specific strategy conversation about 1529 Middle River Drive, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304, contact Simon Gedz at 954.562.1798.
Listing facts, availability, schools, boating information and ownership estimates can change and should be independently verified.
Log in or create an account — and this magazine turns personal
The magazine is built for everyone; a free account rewrites its school, faith and boating pages for your family.
School pages matched to your children
Each child gets their own school matches — level, type, faith and real distance — instead of a generic nearby list.
Faith pages with real walking routes
Your faith's places, with the actual walking distance drawn on the magazine map — not a straight-line radius.
Boating guidance sized to your boat
Dock fit, water depth, bridges and the run to the ocean, checked against the boat you saved.
A private family copy
Your children's names appear in your signed-in edition; shared links stay public and unpersonalized.
Log in or create your free account — then this edition's school, faith and boating pages rewrite themselves for your family.
Simon Gedz · S.G. Trust Team · Realtor since 1995
Listed by Douglas Elliman
Thank you for your passionate approach.
Your personal magazine is generating for you and will be ready shortly.
Simon Gedz | S.G. Trust Team