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815 Idlewyld Drive

Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301

$19,950,000

$2,602/ft²

5Beds
7.5Baths
7,666Sq ft
1959Year built
Single-family homeType

About this home

Magnificent two-parcel .82 acre Idlewyld waterfront estate with over 14,000 sf in total. Ultimate deep water compound! 338ft+/- straight-line waterfront (no wake) with two docks. Main house 6,336 sf under air with 2,050 sf covered outdoor living off Chef’s kitchen, fully renovated and expanded in 2012 with option for apartment over garage. In 2018, guest house with pool pavilion added, 1,330 sf under air plus 2,504 sf terraces with dining bar for 18, caterer’s kitchen, cabana, gym, and office. Estate includes 2,029 sf of air-conditioned garage space for seven cars. Walled and gated for privacy, award-winning grounds and rare tropical landscaping surround two pools and spa. Timeless Marc Michaels design with custom detailing and high-quality finishes throughout. Most desirable & extremely private South end of Idlewyld Drive. Estate is entirely walled & gated, creating a Four Seasons type environment that must be seen to be appreciated! Main House 815 Idlewyld Certificate of Occupancy with 2012 renovation which included entire Primary Suite with separate baths & closets, plus large private balcony intracoastal facing. 2012 new roof over entire main residence & all air conditioners replaced in last 12 months. First Level: formal living room with gas fireplace & covered front terrace overlooking the intracoastal. Separate bar area with 1,000-gallon saltwater live aquarium. Back-lit custom onyx bar, ice maker, refrigeration & storage. Overlooks the totally private courtyard pool (one of two pools).Elegant & welcoming formal dining room (access to pool area), custom wine refrigeration & storage. First level bedroom suite 1, library/home office (potentially bedroom suite 2)Cabana bathroom off the 2,000 sf covered outdoor living area/terrace with Summer Kitchen, grill & refrigeration, cabana bathroom & outdoor shower. Easy access to garage for caterers. 4 bay garage includes 1 lift. Potential apartment over garage for housekeeper or boat captain. Totally private & heated court yard pool with spa. Second level comprises loft area, primary suite, club room & bedroom 5 suite. Club room (potential VIP bedroom suite 4) with acoustic soundproofing built-in, including large projection theater with automatic/motorized black out shades & private balcony. Bathroom with sauna - potential to be a VIP bedroom suite & included in bedroom count. Expansive & ultra-luxurious primary suite offers private intracoastal facing balcony, separate spa style baths and custom closets/dressing rooms.833 Guest House & Pool Pavilion - Award Winning Architectural & Landscape Design Incredible intracoastal views while still enjoying privacy! Professional landscape lighting, outdoor speakers & fountains. Connected by wide open lawn areas & surrounded by tropical landscaping. Covered area includes water feature & secondary splash pool/spa. Stunning bar seats 18 with refrigerator, sink & storage.. Dining loggia with seating for 14, all covered with beautiful, beamed ceilings to create a tropical & private resort oasis. Large separate BBQ area separate to bar. The Guest House offers a full caterer's kitchen, cabana bath & access to the additional 3 car garage (potential 7 car when garages are combined). Stair access to second level of Guest House, terrace opens to gym and home office, both with amazing views. Spa style bathroom. Potential for additional bedrooms if required. DOCKS - Two separate docks, 70' & 90' both with 100amp/2 x 50 amp service 17,000 lb boat lift. Please note approximate measurements obtained from the builder & should be verified by the buyer for accuracy.

Features

  • Waterfront
  • Private pool

Property details

Listing

MLS #
F10486487
Status
For sale
Listed on
Feb 11, 2025
Days on market
544 days
Listing data updated
Aug 6, 2026

Interior

Beds
5
Baths
7.5
Living area
7,666 ft²
Price per ft²
$2,602/ft²

Building & community

Type
Single-family home
Year built
1959
HOA fee
$13/mo
County
Broward

Lot & exterior

Lot size
35,195 ft²
Waterfront
Yes
Private pool
Yes

Days on market, price per ft² and the monthly HOA amount are calculated by this site from the MLS data shown; the association fee is normalized to a monthly figure.

True monthly cost

Mortgage (principal & interest)
$100,878
Property taxes (est.)
$18,288
Home insurance (est.)
$600
Flood insurance (est.)
HOA fee
$13

Estimated total$119,779*/mo

* Some cost lines aren't available yet for this listing; the total shown is incomplete.

Based on 20% down, a 6.5% rate and a 30-year loan, plus this home's estimated Florida carrying costs. All figures are illustrative estimates — not quotes, not financial or insurance advice.

Sources: flood zone — FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer; mortgage, taxes and insurance figures — this site's own estimates; HOA / CDD — as reported for this listing.

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$100,878/moEstimated principal & interest. Taxes, insurance, and HOA are not included. This is an estimate, not a quote or financial advice.

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This listing is courtesy of Douglas Elliman.

Julie Jones · 954-328-3665 · Julie.Jones@elliman.com · 954-947-0121

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