Water Glades, Singer Island, FL Homes for Sale

Discover the Lifestyle of Water Glades Homes

Water Glades is an oceanfront condominium community on the northern end of Singer Island at 5510, 5540, and 5550 North Ocean Drive. Built in 1975, the community consists of three residential towers set across approximately 11 acres of landscaped oceanfront grounds next to John D. MacArthur Beach State Park. Water Glades Homes for Sale offer direct beach access, broad Atlantic and Intracoastal views, and a location surrounded by natural coastal scenery.

The community’s northern Singer Island setting provides a quieter stretch of North Ocean Drive while keeping residents close to Blue Heron Boulevard, the Blue Heron Bridge, Phil Foster Park, and the shops and restaurants of Riviera Beach and Palm Beach Gardens. The three towers also provide a range of elevations and views, with only four residences per floor in each building.

About Water Glades

Water Glades includes 216 residences across three towers. The buildings vary in height, with the 5540 North Ocean Drive tower rising 19 stories, the 5550 tower reaching 22 stories, and the 5510 tower standing 26 stories. The three buildings were designed around the property’s oceanfront and lagoon-side setting, giving many residences expansive water views.

The community includes one-, two-, and three-bedroom floor plans, although two-bedroom residences are the most common. Many homes feature large wraparound balconies and open views toward the Atlantic Ocean, Lake Worth Lagoon, or the surrounding coastline. The spacious grounds and relatively low number of residences per floor distinguish Water Glades from many of the newer high-rise developments farther south on Singer Island.

History of Water Glades

Water Glades was developed in the mid-1970s during a major period of condominium construction on Singer Island. The three-tower design was created by architect Edward Durell Stone and was planned to take advantage of the property’s unusual geography at the northern end of the island.

The original design emphasized privacy, views, and the relationship between the buildings and the surrounding landscape. Today, the community remains one of the established oceanfront condominium developments adjacent to the preserved coastal environment of John D. MacArthur Beach State Park.

Amenities

Water Glades offers an extensive collection of amenities spread throughout its oceanfront grounds.

• Approximately 1,025 feet of private beach frontage
• Two heated swimming pools
• Oceanfront recreation deck
• Putting green
• Four lighted tennis courts
• Clubhouse with ocean views
• Catering kitchen
• Bar and gathering area
• BBQ grills
• Sauna
• Fitness rooms
• Conference room
• Storage lockers
• Bicycle storage
• 24-hour manned guard gate
• Controlled-access building lobbies
• Parking facilities

The community’s location next to John D. MacArthur Beach State Park adds another dimension to the setting. The nearby preserve provides public access to coastal trails, beaches, kayaking, and nature-oriented recreation, while the Blue Heron Bridge and Phil Foster Park offer additional opportunities along the Lake Worth Lagoon.

Key Details

• Community type: Oceanfront condominium community
• Property types: Condominium residences
• Year built: 1975
• Residences: 216
• Buildings: Three towers
• Addresses: 5510, 5540, and 5550 N Ocean Drive
• Gated: Yes
• Beach access: Private beach frontage and direct ocean access
• Club membership: No required private club membership
• Location: Northern Singer Island
• Major road: North Ocean Drive
• Nearby access: Blue Heron Boulevard and the Blue Heron Bridge
• Association: Individual condominium associations govern each Water Glades tower

Nearby Communities

The Reaches is located nearby at 5280 North Ocean Drive and is another gated oceanfront condominium on Singer Island. Built in 1981, the 19-story community has 94 residences and offers private beach access, a pool, tennis, racquetball, social spaces, and landscaped grounds.

Dunes Towers is just south at 5480 North Ocean Drive. The established oceanfront community consists of two towers with a smaller-scale feel and amenities that include beach access, a heated pool, fitness facilities, a clubhouse, and recreational spaces.

Sea Dunes is located at 5400 North Ocean Drive and offers another boutique oceanfront option nearby. With only 32 residences, Sea Dunes has a more intimate setting while providing direct beach access, a heated pool, and ocean and Intracoastal views.

Work with Echo Fine Properties

Explore available Water Glades condos and compare current listings with other oceanfront communities throughout Singer Island. Echo Fine Properties can help you evaluate individual residences, building differences, association details, and the range of waterfront properties available along North Ocean Drive.

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