Lafayette Arms is a small waterfront cooperative community in Fort Lauderdale’s Coral Ridge area, located along NE 30th Street near the Intracoastal Waterway. The community combines a low-rise residential setting with convenient access to the beach, restaurants, shopping, and the Galt Ocean Mile.
Lafayette Arms Homes for Sale are offered as cooperative residences rather than traditional condominium units. The community’s waterfront position and location near Federal Highway and Oakland Park Boulevard provide convenient connections throughout Fort Lauderdale and to nearby Lauderdale-by-the-Sea.
About Lafayette Arms
Lafayette Arms is an established waterfront cooperative consisting of approximately 21 residences. The two-story community dates to 1961 and has a boutique, low-rise character that is distinct from the larger condominium buildings found elsewhere along Fort Lauderdale’s coastal corridor.
The community sits along a canal with access to the Intracoastal Waterway, giving some residences direct water views. Shared property features include a pool, club room, assigned parking, and guest parking.
Lafayette Arms is located in the Coral Ridge area of Fort Lauderdale. Its position near NE 30th Street places it close to Federal Highway, Oakland Park Boulevard, the Galt Ocean Mile, and Fort Lauderdale’s beaches.
History of Lafayette Arms
Lafayette Arms was established in 1961 as a low-rise waterfront residential cooperative. The original two-story design reflects the smaller-scale residential developments that became established throughout Fort Lauderdale’s coastal neighborhoods during the mid-20th century.
The community has retained its waterfront setting and compact character over the decades. Individual residences have been updated at different times, while shared facilities continue to support the cooperative’s residential use.
Amenities
Lafayette Arms provides a selection of shared amenities and waterfront features for its residents.
Heated community swimming pool
Club room
Waterfront setting
Canal views
Assigned parking
Guest parking
Barbecue area
Gated or secured property access
Common-area maintenance
The community’s location also provides access to nearby public beaches, shopping, dining, and recreation. These surrounding destinations are separate from the private amenities of Lafayette Arms.
Key Details
Community type: Cooperative residential community
Property type: Co-op residences
Approximate residences: 21
Parent community: Located in the Coral Ridge area
Construction: 1961
Building: Two stories
Waterfront: Yes
Gated: Secured/gated property access
Club membership: No private club membership required
Association: Cooperative association
Location: NE 30th Street, Fort Lauderdale
Major roads: Federal Highway and Oakland Park Boulevard
Nearby Communities
Lauderdale Tower is a condominium community on NE 30th Street in the Coral Ridge area. Its larger residential building offers a different type of coastal condominium setting while remaining close to the same shopping, dining, and beach destinations.
Coral Ridge Galt is a broader Fort Lauderdale residential subdivision near Lafayette Arms, with a mix of single-family homes, condominiums, and town homes. The community extends toward the Galt Ocean Mile and provides access to nearby beaches and commercial areas.
Coral Ridge is one of Fort Lauderdale’s established coastal residential areas, with a wide variety of waterfront and inland properties. Its location provides access to the Intracoastal Waterway, beaches, shopping, dining, and major roads.
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Lafayette Arms Homes for Sale FAQs
Where is Lafayette Arms located?
Lafayette Arms is located on NE 30th Street in Fort Lauderdale’s Coral Ridge area. The community is near the Intracoastal Waterway, Federal Highway, and Oakland Park Boulevard. Fort Lauderdale’s beaches and the Galt Ocean Mile are also nearby.
What type of properties are in Lafayette Arms?
Lafayette Arms is a cooperative community rather than a conventional condominium development. The property consists of low-rise co-op residences in a two-story building. Individual residences can vary in size, updates, finishes, and water views.
Is Lafayette Arms waterfront?
Yes. Lafayette Arms is situated on a canal near the Intracoastal Waterway. Some residences have direct waterfront or canal views, and the community’s location is one of its defining physical characteristics.
What amenities does Lafayette Arms offer?
Shared amenities include a heated swimming pool, club room, barbecue area, parking, and secured property access. The community also benefits from its waterfront setting and canal views. Nearby beaches, restaurants, and shopping are public or independently operated facilities rather than Lafayette Arms amenities.
Is Lafayette Arms close to the beach?
Yes. Lafayette Arms is located in the Coral Ridge area near Fort Lauderdale’s coastal corridor. The beach, Galt Ocean Mile, restaurants, and shopping are all within the surrounding area, while Federal Highway and Oakland Park Boulevard provide access to other parts of Fort Lauderdale.
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