Waldorf Astoria Residences Pompano Beach pairs a planned oceanfront residential tower with an off-site private marina. For sailing-minded buyers, the appeal lies in separating home life from dock life, provided vessel compatibility, slip rights and service arrangements are confirmed before purchase.
For an owner who loves sailing but does not want the dock to define home life, the distinction at Waldorf Astoria Residences Pompano Beach matters: the condominium is oceanfront, while its planned private marina is off-site. The residence and boating facility are separate parts of the offering, not a single dockside setting.
That arrangement may suit buyers whose ideal day begins at the beach and turns toward the boat only when they choose. It does not, however, establish that a particular sailboat can use the marina. Vessel compatibility, access rights and the journey from residence to slip each require review.
The proposition is more precise than a promise of effortless sailing: beachfront ownership with a separate boating amenity. For buyers who want both experiences without sharing one address, that separation may be the appeal.
The planned condominium at 1350 South Ocean Boulevard comprises 92 residences in a 28-story tower, with no hotel component. Related Group and Merrimac Ventures are developing the project, with Coastal Construction as builder. Approximately 200 linear feet of beachfront and private beach access anchor the residential setting.
Homes are planned with two to five bedrooms and approximately 2,100 to 6,100 square feet. The range accommodates different household needs, but the selected floor plan matters more than the headline dimensions. A seasonal residence for two and a home intended for family visits call for different evaluations.
Ocean and Intracoastal views are described in the offering, although individual exposures must be checked against the chosen residence. All homes are planned with private balconies, with stated depths reaching up to 10 feet. Powder rooms, dens and laundry rooms also appear in the residence program; their configuration should be confirmed unit by unit.
For a sailing-minded owner, these details deserve attention independently of the marina. The home should justify the purchase before the boat enters the conversation.
The private marina is described as having nearly two dozen boat slips. With 92 residences planned, buyers should not assume that purchasing a condominium automatically secures a berth. The available information does not establish universal owner access, a particular allocation method or the legal structure of slip use.
Before assigning value to the boating component, ask whether a slip is purchased, leased or provided through another arrangement. Confirm current availability, vessel limits, recurring charges and any waiting-list procedures. The answers should address the residence and vessel under consideration, not simply the development as a whole.
The off-site designation also matters operationally. It establishes separation from the beachfront tower, but not a verified distance, travel time or transfer service. Buyers should examine the actual route and arrival arrangements rather than assume an uninterrupted transition from balcony to boarding.
For some owners, that separation will be the attraction. For others, immediate access to the boat may matter more than a beachfront address. Neither preference is inherently better; each points toward a different property decision.
A marina amenity is not, by itself, proof of sailboat suitability. The available specifications do not establish adequate draft, bridge clearance or unrestricted ocean access. Those questions must be answered for the particular boat, including its dimensions and operating requirements.
A useful review begins with the vessel's length, beam, draft and air draft, then tests those measurements against the proposed berth and navigation route. Request the relevant marina specifications and have the route assessed by an appropriately qualified marine professional. A general assurance about boating is no substitute for that review.
Marine concierge services are described in the offering, but their full scope is not defined. Do not assume the package includes maintenance, provisioning, captaining or transfers. Request a written explanation of what is included, what is arranged separately and how charges are handled.
This is where the sailing proposition becomes a practical ownership decision. The appeal of keeping home and boat separate is strongest when the arrangements connecting them are clear.
The planned 20,000-square-foot oceanfront pool deck gives the residential program a substantial outdoor focus. Private resident cabanas, direct ocean views, a spa, dining lounge, outdoor bar, summer kitchen and sun deck are included in the planned offering.
Wellness facilities are planned to include a fitness center, movement studio, spa treatment rooms, sauna and steam rooms. A billiards lounge, children's entertainment center, multi-sport simulator and ground-floor dining concept extend the program beyond the beach and pool.
For a household in which enthusiasm for sailing varies, that breadth may be especially relevant. One owner can prioritize time aboard while another considers the quality of a day spent entirely at home. The question is not how many amenities appear in the presentation, but which ones the household would actually use.
All of these facilities should be treated as planned. Buyers should review the governing documents and final specifications rather than regard an amenity description as a complete operating commitment.
A comparison with The Ritz-Carlton Residences® Pompano Beach should begin with the buyer's priorities: the residence itself, the desired relationship to the water and any boating arrangements requiring independent confirmation. A brand name alone does not answer those questions.
Likewise, buyers considering Armani Casa Residences Pompano Beach can apply the same discipline to floor plans, outdoor space, service commitments and purchase terms. The point is not to assume equivalent amenities, but to compare documented offerings against the same household requirements.
Waldorf Astoria's distinction here remains its beachfront residence paired with an off-site marina. For the right buyer, separation is a preference rather than a compromise. It should not be confused with guaranteed convenience or confirmed sailing access.
Construction broke ground in April 2025, with residents expected in 2027, subject to construction and closing schedules. An earlier starting price of approximately $2.65 million is a historical reference, not a guarantee of current availability or pricing.
Before committing, reconcile the selected residence, current purchase terms, anticipated delivery and marina arrangements in writing. The most persuasive version of this ownership model is straightforward: a home chosen for its beachfront qualities, with boating access evaluated as carefully as the residence itself.
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Begin a quiet conversationThe planned oceanfront condominium is at 1350 South Ocean Boulevard in Pompano Beach.
The marina is designated as an off-site amenity, separate from the beachfront residence. A specific distance or travel time is not established.
Sailboat suitability is not established by the available specifications. Buyers should verify draft, bridge clearance, berth dimensions and the navigation route for their particular vessel.
A slip entitlement for every owner is not established. Buyers should confirm allocation, availability, ownership or lease terms, fees and waiting-list procedures.
The private marina is described as having nearly two dozen boat slips. That description does not establish availability for a particular purchaser.
Marine concierge services are planned, but their full scope is not specified. Maintenance, provisioning, captaining and transfers should not be assumed to be included.
The planned homes have two to five bedrooms and approximately 2,100 to 6,100 square feet. Individual layouts and room configurations should be confirmed.
The project is planned as a 92-residence, 28-story condominium without a hotel component.
Plans include approximately 200 linear feet of beachfront, private beach access and a 20,000-square-foot oceanfront pool deck. The deck program includes resident cabanas, a spa and dining and outdoor gathering areas.
Residents are expected in 2027, subject to construction and closing schedules. An earlier starting price of approximately $2.65 million is not a guarantee of current pricing or availability.
