A closer look at Waldorf Astoria’s standalone oceanfront residences in Pompano Beach, from private arrivals and planned hospitality services to marina access, penthouse pricing and buyer due diligence.
The appeal of Waldorf Astoria Residences Pompano Beach begins with a distinction: this is a standalone residential development, not a conventional hotel-and-residences complex. At 1350 South Ocean Boulevard in Pompano Beach, the project brings a hospitality-led approach to ownership to an oceanfront address in Broward County.
Related Group and Merrimac Ventures are developing the planned 28-story tower with 92 private residences. For buyers looking beyond Miami, the offering merits consideration on its own terms: private arrivals, substantial outdoor living space and a planned service program centered on life at the beach. Its appeal need not rest on assumptions about lower pricing or larger homes than competing Miami properties.
The distinction is residential purpose. A hotel brand may establish expectations, but the purchase decision rests on the individual home, the operating arrangements and the services ultimately delivered.
Standalone does not mean without hospitality. Here, the planned offering includes concierge service, in-residence dining, a restaurant, a beachside café and dedicated beach and poolside service. The intention is to bring familiar elements of a luxury stay into a privately owned residence.
For an owner, that can mean a different daily rhythm: dining at home without preparing dinner, arranging assistance through a concierge or spending time by the water with service close at hand. These remain planned offerings, not assurances of specific operating hours, staffing levels or included benefits.
Buyers should distinguish access from entitlement. Which services are included in association charges, which carry separate fees and how each will operate are questions to resolve through the purchase documents and current disclosures. The brand introduces the experience; it does not replace those details.
The residence mix spans two to five bedrooms, with homes ranging from approximately 2,100 to 6,100 square feet. Each is designed with a private elevator and entry foyer, creating a defined transition from shared circulation to the home itself.
Plans call for ocean and Intracoastal views, along with private balconies up to 10 feet deep. Those details warrant a residence-specific review. Orientation, floor level and balcony configuration matter more to everyday enjoyment than a general promise of water views. Buyers should establish exactly what their selected plan provides.
Planned kitchens combine custom Italian cabinetry and natural-stone surfaces with integrated Sub-Zero and Wolf appliances. Primary bathroom specifications include marble-clad walls, terrazzo flooring, Dornbracht fixtures, dual vanities, dual shower systems and freestanding tubs.
The practical task is to connect the finish schedule to how the residence will be used. A seasonal retreat, a full-time home and a gathering place for extended family place different demands on bedroom separation, storage and entertaining space. The size range is only the beginning of that assessment.
The planned 20,000-square-foot oceanfront pool deck is a centerpiece of the amenity program, with private resident cabanas, a spa, dining lounge, outdoor bar, summer kitchen and sun deck. The development also has 200 linear feet of beachfront, with direct private access to the sand planned.
Private access should not be confused with ownership of the beach itself. Buyers should examine the access arrangement, service provisions and any rules affecting daily use. Cabana availability and terms also warrant separate confirmation; buyers should not assume every residence receives the same rights.
Wellness plans include a fitness and movement studio, massage-treatment room, saunas, steam room and manicure/pedicure room. Planned entertainment spaces include a billiards and entertainment lounge, multi-sport simulator, VR gaming room and children’s entertainment center.
The breadth is meaningful, but usefulness is personal. Buyers should consider which spaces would become part of their weekly routine and how operating costs will be allocated. An extensive amenity program is most persuasive when its services align with the owner's actual habits.
The planned resident marina adds another dimension to the address. As of June 2026, plans specified 19 slips along the Intracoastal Waterway, with marine concierge assistance also planned.
A residence purchase should not be treated as an automatic slip allocation. Buyers with boating requirements should verify marina-slip rights, availability, applicable charges and vessel suitability before making the marina central to their decision. Its Intracoastal location should also be understood separately from the tower's oceanfront setting.
For owners who intend to use both, the combination may be compelling. The essential distinction is between a marina within the development's offering and a documented right to use a particular slip on defined terms.
The penthouse collection is planned with expansive terraces, outdoor summer kitchens and private plunge pools. In June 2026, pricing ranged from approximately $16 million to $20 million. Two penthouse contracts that month were priced at $17.1 million and $18.1 million; those figures represent contracts, not confirmed closed sales.
For the broader residence offering, available homes started at $2.65 million in May 2026. By June 2026, the development was more than 85% sold. These are dated snapshots, not statements of current inventory or pricing.
The tower had topped out by June 2026, with completion targeted for summer 2027. Structural progress is significant, but a target is not a guaranteed closing date. Buyers should review current schedules, contractual delivery provisions and the anticipated timing of amenity and service availability.
A useful comparison begins with the ownership experience rather than the logo. Buyers also considering The Ritz-Carlton Residences® Pompano Beach can apply the same questions about residence configuration, service obligations, recurring costs and waterfront rights without assuming the projects are interchangeable.
For those whose search includes Armani Casa Residences Pompano Beach, the comparison should remain equally specific. A recognizable identity may attract attention, but the chosen floor plan, contractual inclusions and ongoing ownership commitments determine suitability.
At Waldorf Astoria, the clearest proposition is a standalone residential tower pairing private arrival with planned beachfront hospitality. Before committing, confirm current availability, association fees, service charges, marina-slip rights, cabana terms and closing schedules. The most satisfying purchase will be one in which the atmosphere and the documented ownership terms are equally convincing.
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Begin a quiet conversationThe oceanfront development is at 1350 South Ocean Boulevard in Pompano Beach, Broward County.
It is a standalone Waldorf Astoria residential development rather than a conventional hotel-and-residences complex.
Related Group and Merrimac Ventures are developing Waldorf Astoria Residences Pompano Beach.
The planned 28-story tower contains 92 private residences.
The residence mix spans two to five bedrooms and approximately 2,100 to 6,100 square feet. Each residence is designed with a private elevator and entry foyer.
Plans include a 20,000-square-foot oceanfront pool deck, resident cabanas, dining spaces and direct private access to the sand. Dedicated beach and poolside service is also planned.
June 2026 information specified a planned 19-slip Intracoastal marina, with marine concierge services also planned. Buyers should verify slip rights, availability and charges separately.
Available residences started at $2.65 million in May 2026, while June 2026 penthouse pricing was approximately $16 million to $20 million. Current pricing and availability require confirmation.
The tower had topped out by June 2026, with completion targeted for summer 2027. That target is not a guaranteed delivery or closing date.
Buyers should confirm current availability, association fees, service charges, marina-slip rights, cabana terms and closing schedules. Planned services and amenities should be checked against current contractual disclosures.
