Issue 1 · Property Edition
A private editorial tour of 405 Bontona Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301.
Simon Gedz
S.G. Trust Team · Realtor since 1995
Issue 1 · Property Edition
A private editorial tour of 405 Bontona Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301.
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 The Lab Realty Group, LLC
4 beds · 3 baths · 3,342 sq ft
Waterfront opportunity in Fort Lauderdale’s coveted Venice neighborhood—set on an Isle with approx. 75' of water frontage and the true South Florida boating lifestyle. Perfectly positioned just off iconic Las Olas Blvd and within walking distance to the beach, this location delivers the best of in-town convenience with coastal serenity.
Dockage
75' of water frontage
Depth
Verify at the individual slip at mean low water
Bridges
None on the primary route
Nearest inlet
Port Everglades
Equipment
Confirm lift capacity, power and water
Seawall
Measure usable frontage, sound the slip at low tide, and confirm seawall and dock permits.
The interiors
Waterfront opportunity in Fort Lauderdale’s coveted Venice neighborhood—set on an Isle with approx. 75' of water frontage and the true South Florida boating lifestyle. Perfectly positioned just off iconic Las Olas Blvd and within walking distance to the beach, this location delivers the best of in-town convenience with coastal serenity. Offering 4 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, the home presents a rare chance to reimagine a classic waterfront residence in an area where properties are being actively acquired for the unmatched combination of premier location and direct water access. Enjoy wide water views, sea breezes, and the indoor-outdoor potential that defines Las Olas Isles living.
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Built in 1984
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2 garage spaces
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Private pool reported
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Lot size: 0.22
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 The Lab Realty Group, LLC
4 beds · 3 baths · 3,342 sq ft
Waterfront opportunity in Fort Lauderdale’s coveted Venice neighborhood—set on an Isle with approx. 75' of water frontage and the true South Florida boating lifestyle. Perfectly positioned just off iconic Las Olas Blvd and within walking distance to the beach, this location delivers the best of in-town convenience with coastal serenity.
Dockage
75' of water frontage
Depth
Verify at the individual slip at mean low water
Bridges
None on the primary route
Nearest inlet
Port Everglades
Equipment
Confirm lift capacity, power and water
Seawall
Measure usable frontage, sound the slip at low tide, and confirm seawall and dock permits.
From home to open water
405 Bontona Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
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
Own a dock on the isles and Las Olas Boulevard becomes your dining room — walk, bike or arrive by boat.
Fine dining: Mastro's Ocean Club
Steak and seafood on the Intracoastal
Fine dining: Eddie V's Prime Seafood
Live jazz in the V Lounge
Cocktails & nightlife: Rooftop @1WLO
Skyline cocktails above Las Olas
Cocktails & nightlife: The Wilder
Speakeasy-style craft cocktails
Getting around
What's nearby in Fort Lauderdale
91 places to eat, see and do sit within reach of ZIP 33301.
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.
Las Olas Isles
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.
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Downtown Fort Lauderdale / Las Olas
0.9 mi straight-line · approximately 3 min drive
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Fort Lauderdale Beach
1.1 mi straight-line · approximately 3 min drive
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Brightline Fort Lauderdale Station
1.3 mi straight-line · approximately 3 min drive
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Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood Intl (FLL)
3.6 mi straight-line · approximately 7 min drive
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Downtown Hollywood / Young Circle
7.5 mi straight-line · approximately 14 min drive
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Downtown Pompano Beach
7.8 mi straight-line · approximately 15 min drive
Education
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A day in the life
Wake up in your 3,342-square-foot, 1984-built residence in Fort Lauderdale’s Venice neighborhood. Featuring four bedrooms, three baths, and an Isle setting with approximately 75 feet of water frontage, your day begins beside your private pool in this waterfront retreat.
Your weekday rhythm is remarkably swift: Downtown Fort Lauderdale, Las Olas, the beach, and the Brightline Fort Lauderdale Station are all about a three-minute drive, while Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport is about seven minutes away. In the evening, choose between skyline cocktails at Rooftop @1WLO, speakeasy craft drinks at The Wilder, live jazz at Eddie V’s Prime Seafood, or steak and seafood along the Intracoastal at Mastro’s Ocean Club.
Dining options are exceptional along the Las Olas Boulevard restaurant row, offering a walkable mile of sidewalk tables, sushi, steakhouses, and Italian establishments. Taste handmade pasta and white truffle dishes at Chef Angelo Elia’s Casa D'Angelo Ristorante, or enjoy supper-club Italian steakhouse classics and live weekend entertainment at Timpano Italian Chophouse.
Cultural outings are just moments from your door. Visit NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale for modern and contemporary shows downtown, take in touring Broadway or symphony performances at Broward Center for the Performing Arts on the New River, or wander the Las Olas Art Fair and seasonal street shows.
Fresh air beckons along Fort Lauderdale Beach and the A1A promenade, offering two miles of lifeguarded sand, a wave wall, and bike lanes. Hugh Taylor Birch State Park provides 180 acres of hammock, a kayak lagoon, and a tunnel under A1A to the sand, while Riverwalk and the water taxi connect downtown, Las Olas, and the coast.
Weekends feature premier shopping at The Galleria at Fort Lauderdale, the Las Olas Boulevard Shopping District, and the Riverwalk Fort Lauderdale Antique Car & Farmers Market. Explore FAT Village Arts District, New River Fine Art, or the Museum of Discovery and Science with its five-story AutoNation IMAX Theater. For energetic indoor recreation, head to Xtreme Action Park for go-karts, bowling, and ropes courses, or visit Sky Zone Trampoline Park.
Experience life at 405 Bontona Avenue firsthand. Contact Simon Gedz, a South Florida realtor since 1995, to schedule your personal tour today.
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.
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Confirm taxes after sale with the county
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Bind insurance during the inspection period
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Review association reserves and assessments
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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.
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Get pre-approved
Simon connects you with a trusted lender so your offer is taken seriously.
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Tour the home
See it with Simon — he points out what photos never show.
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Ask Simon for a CMA
A comparative market analysis of recent sales tells you what it's really worth.
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Plan your offer
Simon recommends price, terms and contingencies based on the CMA.
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Negotiate
Counteroffers handled by Simon until terms are agreed and signed.
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Hire a real estate attorney
Simon recommends one to review the contract and protect you through closing.
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Escrow deposit
Wired to the title company or attorney, usually within 3 days.
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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.
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Home inspection
Licensed inspector checks roof, AC, plumbing, electrical and structure.
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Insurance inspections
4-point and wind-mitigation reports to lower premiums.
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Seawall & dock inspection
A marine inspector checks the seawall, pilings and dock structure.
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Boat lift & equipment
Motors, cradles, power and water service tested.
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Water depth check
Depth at low tide, measured where your boat will sit.
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Run to the ocean
Bridge clearances and travel time confirmed for your boat.
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Repairs or credits
Simon negotiates fixes or a credit from the inspection findings.
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Insurance quotes
Bind home, wind and flood coverage early — Simon shares local agents.
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Appraisal
Your lender confirms the value supports the price.
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Clear to close
Loan underwriting is finished; closing date and figures confirmed.
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Final walkthrough
Walk it with Simon to confirm condition and agreed repairs.
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Closing day
Sign, fund, record the deed — and get the keys.
For a private showing or a property-specific strategy conversation about 405 Bontona Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301, contact Simon Gedz at 954.562.1798.
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Simon Gedz · S.G. Trust Team · Realtor since 1995
Listed by The Lab Realty Group, LLC
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