Looking for the absolute most luxurious buildings in Fort Lauderdale? Well, here's your personal guide to the most exclusive and best condo buildings in Fort Lauderdale ranked from least luxurious to most luxurious (and most expensive condo buildings in Fort Lauderdale). We’ve based this ranking according to price per square foot at the time of publishing, and our own vast experience in the South Florida real estate market. 

Read on for details on each of these luxury condos for sale in Fort Lauderdale, and what makes each so special and popular as a residence of choice in this top Florida beach city. 

— Why Choose Fort Lauderdale? 

Only about 35 miles north of Miami, Fort Lauderdale residents enjoy a similar lifestyle to what Miami has to offer but with more space, less density and at a lower price point. With luxury shopping and delicious restaurants set on the quaint Las Olas Boulevard and bustling downtown, with museums, performing arts venues, and Class A office towers all just 10 minutes from the beach, it’s of little wonder why Fort Lauderdale is a top city for those looking for a luxurious, oceanfront lifestyle.

Fort Lauderdale is home to 300 miles of inland waterways and is sometimes referred to as the “Venice of America.” Considered the yachting capital of the world, this beautiful city and oceanfront landscape offers sprawling estates, luxurious condo buildings, mega yacht marinas, and a plethora of other luxury offerings. If you’d like to know more, watch our comparison video: Fort Lauderdale vs Miami Beach for the true local feel. 

All of the “Most Luxurious Buildings in Fort Lauderdale” happen to be located within walking distance of the beach, high-end cafes and restaurants, and the historic Bonnet House Museum and Gardens. 

Additionally, the luxury residences featured here are only a short distance to a stunning state park, Hugh Taylor Birch State Park, a Whole Foods, or a bevy of top downtown bars and restaurants. This is one of the many reasons why these residences are the most prestigious and most expensive in Fort Lauderdale, as they are all in the perfect location to lead a life of luxury.

— The Best Condos in Fort Lauderdale

6. Riva Fort Lauderdale

Address: 1180 N Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33304 
Avg Price / Sq Ft: $1,214

Looking for luxury oceanfront condos for sale in Fort Lauderdale? Let’s start the countdown here with the newly constructed Riva Fort Lauderdale as the 6th highest-priced building per square foot in Fort Lauderdale.

Arriving as the latest riverside boutique condo in Fort Lauderdale by Deckelbaum’s Premier Developers, Riva Fort Lauderdale combines sophisticated design, elegant craftsmanship, and luxurious finishes in the world's yachting capital. 

Designed by Falkanger Snyder Martineau & Yates and built in 2017, the expansive residences and ultra-luxury penthouses feature Wolf and Sub- Zero appliances, private terraces with summer kitchens, custom closets, and private garages with sport lockers in select residences. 

Highlight amenities at the luxury residence include an expansive river walk, a state-of-the-art gym, a wellness center with sauna and steam rooms, a water sports center, private boat slips, a two-story club deck with a chef’s kitchen and lounge, private wine lockers, a dog park, and a heated lap pool.

Aside from having direct boating access to the intracostal waterways, Riva Fort Lauderdale’s central location puts the city at your fingertips, with boutique shopping, world-class golf, gourmet dining, and a stunning beach just a short drive away.

5. Las Olas Beach Club

Address: 101 S Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316 
Avg Price / Sq Ft: $1,299

Next up on our list of the best condo buildings in Fort Lauderdale is the Las Olas Beach Club.

Built in 2009 by the highly acclaimed Related Group, Las Olas Beach Club features luxury “Neo Deco” interiors by the NYC-based design firm Yabu-Pushelberg that seek to merge the area’s signature Art Deco design style with a unique contemporary flair.

Designed by Sieger Suarez Architectural Partnership, the ultra-luxury beachfront residences feature a private elevator foyer for each residence, the finest appliances, designer kitchen and bathroom fixtures, Italian cabinetry and stone countertops, and floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean, Intracoastal waterways, and the city skyline of downtown Fort Lauderdale.

However, it’s the stunning resort-style amenities of Las Olas Condo Amenities that really make for its luxury allure. 

Besides oceanfront sunrise to sunset views throughout the tower, standout amenities include a beautifully landscaped oceanfront terrace with a heated swimming pool, a residents’ only wellness spa, multiple fountains, a poolside bar and pool attendants, and private access to 250 feet of exclusive beachfront along the white sandy shores of the Atlantic Ocean. 

Additionally, Las Olas Beach Club features immaculate sauna and steam rooms, an elegant porte-cochere entrance with 24-hour valet service, a multi-purpose clubroom, an exquisitely appointed two-story marble lobby with a sculpture garden and 24-hour concierge, a state-of-the-art theater-style screening room, a billiards and game room, a private elevator for each residence, a beachfront white tablecloth restaurant, the Beachfront Coffee House, an upscale beachfront retail area, and a state-of-the-art fitness center.

4. Paramount Fort Lauderdale Beach

Address: 701 N Fort Lauderdale Beach, Ft Lauderdale. FL 33304
Avg Price / Sq Ft: $1,323

Since we are talking about the most expensive Fort Lauderdale real estate, we cannot leave out Paramount Fort Lauderdale Beach, recently completed in 2016.

Elevating the sense of style and luxury on Fort Lauderdale Beach, the Paramount Residences condo tower rises 18 stories along a nearly private stretch of the ocean as one of the first luxury condo developments on the beach in more than a decade after its completion in 2016.

Developed as a unique partnership between Dan Kodsi, Art Falcone and Nitin Motwani, the iconic cylindrical tower is home to 95 refreshingly modern residences that merge refined simplicity and elegance. 

Designed by Revuelta Architecture with intuitive interiors by ID & Design International, each unit is crafted around form and function. Residents enjoy coming home to open-air spaces, almost 11-foot-high ceilings, chef-ready kitchens, modern fixtures, and wrap-around terraces with unobstructed views of the ocean and the adjoining historic Bonnet House Gardens. Select units even feature private turquoise dipping pools that are reminiscent of a stay in the Maldives. 

Additionally, Paramount Fort Lauderdale Beach features two-story penthouses with direct ocean views and over 5,700 square feet of oceanfront entertaining space, private rooftop swimming pools with wraparound decks, and summer kitchens with private dining, all complete with designer finishes. 

Contemporary amenities at this luxury tower include a 90-foot-long beachside pool, a swim-up bar, island cabanas, a massage and steam room, a club and social room, a kids’ playroom, and more.

Living at Paramount Fort Lauderdale Beach puts residents within half a mile of Fort Lauderdale Dog Beach, making for a lovely morning or evening walk with your canine companion!

3. The Ritz-Carlton Residences Fort Lauderdale Beach

Address: 1 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
Avg Price / Sq Ft: $1,402

Overlooking the dazzling waters of the Atlantic Ocean, The Ritz-Carlton Residences Fort Lauderdale Beach seeks to merge a stunning oceanfront setting, the amenities of a world-class resort, and the prestige of one of the most exclusive addresses in South Florida.

Designed by renowned Arquitectonica and envisioned to create an extraordinary world of private luxury on the beach, 34 condo residences and 28 exclusive, ultra-luxury penthouse residences sit on top of the legendary hotel distinguished by a private lobby entrance, private elevators, and a doorman. 

An icon of luxury since its completion in 2006, residents enjoy coming home to marble and hardwood floors, gourmet kitchens with state-of-the-art appliances, Italian marble bathrooms, and spacious terraces that feature sweeping views of the Atlantic Ocean, Intracoastal Waterways, and the city skyline. 

Highlight amenities at this world-class beachfront residence include a 17,000 square-foot European-inspired spa, a state-of-the-art fitness center, an infinity pool overlooking the ocean, private beach cabanas, a 5,000-bottle wine room, and more. 

And of course, residents will enjoy all of the legendary services offered by The Ritz-Carlton, such as personalized concierge services, in-room dining, and personalized housekeeping.

2. Auberge Residences

Address: 2200 N Ocean Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33305
Avg Price / Sq Ft: $3,130

Two iconic luxury towers dominate Fort Lauderdale’s pristine beachfront, bringing the most prestigious definitive name in boutique-style luxury hospitality to South Florida – Auberge. 

Crafted as a unique partnership between the South Florida real estate powerhouses, The Related Group, Fortune International Group, and Fairwinds Group, this 171-unit condo redefines the standard of elegant, minimalist oceanfront living.

World-over, the award-winning Auberge properties are known for their highest standards of service, along with the ability to create environments that are authentically unique to their location, and Auberge Residences Fort Lauderdale Beach is no exception. 

This, coupled with Nichols Brosch Wurst Wolfe & Associates’ ingenious design capabilities and bold, yet inviting interiors by the Meyer Davis Studio Inc., is what truly sets the Auberge Beach Residences a class apart. You also have a world-class, beachfront restaurant downstairs, at Dune by Laurent Tourondel.

Crafted for multigenerational living, residents of this world-class property gain access to spectacular amenities such as museum-quality art in common areas, multiple inviting infinity pools with tasteful cabanas, the signature Auberge spa, signature restaurants, a Napa Valley wine-tasting salon, kids’ and teen’s entertainment zone, an HD golf simulator, and much more-all set on a pristine swath of beachfront.

— And The Winner of the Best Condo in Fort Lauderdale Beach in Terms of Luxury Goes To…

1. Four Seasons Residences Fort Lauderdale Beach

Address: 525 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
Avg Price/Sq Ft: $2,661

Currently, the Four Seasons Residences Fort Lauderdale Beach is the most expensive condo in Fort Lauderdale according to the average price per square foot.

Built in 2020 by Fort Partners, experts in ultra-luxury living, and offering a luxury residential experience to the legendary Four Seasons Hotel and Spa, The Four Seasons Residences rises as a nautically inspired, modern 25-story tower featuring 83 bespoke residences and 148 guest rooms set to redefine Epicurean living. 

Designed by the award-winning Kobi Karp Architecture with exemplary hospitality by visionary Martin Brudnizki, the stunning residences feature soothing and sophisticated interiors by London-based Tara Bernerd. 

Living here, residents come home to expansive, naturally lit living spaces inspired by Fort Lauderdale’s rich yachting culture. Interiors allow easy entertaining with open-concept kitchens and custom lacquered millwork cabinetry, and curated details that evoke European luxury include antique bronze fittings, spa-inspired bathrooms featuring Venus Marble set in Italian Calacatta Capuana, custom oak finishings, antique brass wall lights, and open terraces affording panoramic views of the ocean and Intracoastal Waterways that completely redefine the meaning on indoor-outdoor living.

Developed by Kolter Urban, these modern residences are expected to bring elevated oceanfront living to a residential stretch of the Fort Lauderdale Beach neighborhood. Selene Oceanfront Residences will have the best view of the ocean as it will rise as the tallest luxury condo in Fort Lauderdale Beach.

Designed by the famed Kobi Karp Architects, two slender towers will emerge from a 3-story podium to dominate the coastline, offering dramatic ocean and long-range city views. 

Featuring contemporary interiors by ID & Design International, the oceanfront condo project will house a total of 204 luxurious residences. With several unique, open-concept floor plans to choose from, future residents will benefit from units thoughtfully positioned on glass corners, intentionally designed for uninterrupted ocean views. 

Upscale amenities will include a 5,300 square-foot oceanfront restaurant on the ground floor and two elevated pool terraces with lap and resort-style pools, fire pit lounge areas, a pool bar, and much more.

— Premium Pre-Construction Condos to Look Out For in Fort Lauderdale Beach

Selene Oceanfront Residences

3000 Alhambra Street, Fort Lauderdale
Expected Completion: 2025

Developed by Kolter Urban, these modern residences are expected to bring elevated oceanfront living to a residential stretch of the Fort Lauderdale Beach neighborhood. Selene Oceanfront Residences will have the best view of the ocean as it will rise as the tallest luxury condo in Fort Lauderdale Beach.

Designed by the famed Kobi Karp Architects, two slender towers will emerge from a 3-story podium to dominate the coastline, offering dramatic ocean and long-range city views.

Featuring contemporary interiors by ID & Design International, the oceanfront condo project will house a total of 204 luxurious residences. With several unique, open-concept floor plans to choose from, future residents will benefit from units thoughtfully positioned on glass corners, intentionally designed for uninterrupted ocean views.

Upscale amenities will include a 5,300 square-foot oceanfront restaurant on the ground floor and two elevated pool terraces with lap and resort-style pools, fire pit lounge areas, a pool bar, and much more.

Olakino Residences Fort Lauderdale

551 Bayshore Drive, Fort Lauderdale
Expected Completion: 2025

Developed by 551 Bayshore Drive SPE LLC, Olakino Fort Lauderdale will merge waterfront living, wellness-oriented amenities, and an oceanside location in idyllic Fort Lauderdale. The ultra-luxurious condo project, named after the Hawaiian word that means state of health and well-being, will feature exclusive residences and penthouses to offer discerning residents an intimate lifestyle.

Designed by Palm Beach-based Garcia Stromberg, the boutique two-tower project will rise 13 stories with 83 fully finished residences ranging from two to three bedrooms. Sophisticated interiors will feature spacious 10” ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows where you’ll catch amazing views of the Intracoastal waterway, ocean or city views depending on the exposure. They will further come with chef-ready kitchens with top-of-the-line appliances and Quartz countertops, summer kitchens, expansive terraces, and smart home technology.

Standout amenities include a wellness center and over 20,000 square feet of outdoor space immersed in a tropical oasis featuring a meditation garden, a riverfront promenade, a temporary dock for smaller vessels, two pools with relaxation sunbeds and private cabanas, and more.

Located directly waterfront and within walking distance to white sand beaches, Olakino Fort Lauderdale will offer discerning residents seamless access to the expansive waterways of Fort Lauderdale, just a stone's throw away from the Atlantic Ocean for a true boat-to-beach lifestyle.

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— Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the most exclusive area in Fort Lauderdale?

As the “Yachting Capital of the World,” one can expect Fort Lauderdale to be rich in exclusive enclaves, whether as a residential yachting community or as an oceanfront resort-style living situation. And its many little isles similar to Venice are also what make it so special. As such, Las Olas Isles is considered the most exclusive area in Fort Lauderdale. 

While there are many luxury areas in Fort Lauderdale, including Victoria Park and Galt Ocean Mile, Fort Lauderdale Beach has to be the most exclusive area in Fort Lauderdale as reflected by exclusive residential brands making their homes here such as The Ritz-Carlton Residences Fort Lauderdale, The Four Seasons Fort Lauderdale, and Auberge Residences. But it’s more accurate to probably say that Fort Lauderdale Beach is the most luxurious of places to live. 

Where is Millionaires Row in Fort Lauderdale?

Millionaires Row in Fort Lauderdale is a nickname most often used in reference to the residential mansions situated along the Intracoastal Waterway and New River.

Owners and former owners of these beautiful waterfront homes range anywhere from successful entrepreneurs such as Ray Kroc, to celebrities, to famed gangsters such as Al Capone.

What is the richest part of Fort Lauderdale? 

The richest part of Fort Lauderdale is Fort Lauderdale Beach.

The richest residential parts of Fort Lauderdale are Harbor Beach, Las Olas Isles, Rio Vista, Idlewyld, and Seven Isles. 

But, basically, anything along the beach or river near the beach could be considered the richest part of Fort Lauderdale. In other words, people from all over the world are paying a premium to live in one of these beautiful riverfront or oceanfront communities in Fort Lauderdale. 

If you are interested in seeing any of these Fort Lauderdale Beach condo buildings or other luxury condos in Fort Lauderdale for sale or for rent, our Fort Lauderdale condo experts will be happy to help you!