Playa del Mar

3900 Galt Ocean, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308

Condo Building In Galt Mile

Units

370

Stories

29

Year Built

1979

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Units for Rent

4 Available Units

Playa del Mar

730,919

Total Sq Ft

Condominium

Building Type

Playa del Mar is a 29-story condominium building located in the vibrant Galt Mile neighborhood of Fort Lauderdale. Completed in 1979, this high-rise features 370 units, offering residents stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean and the surrounding cityscape. The building's prime location along Fort Lauderdale's glittering coast makes it a sought-after residence for those looking to enjoy the best of beachfront living.

Playa del Mar is a condominium located in Broward and the 33308 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Broward County attendance zone.

Building Amenities

  • 24 Hour Access
  • Air Conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Fitness Center
  • Microwave
  • Pool
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Waterfront
  • Heating
  • Doorman
  • Gameroom
  • Grill
  • Media Center/Movie Theatre
  • Tile Floors
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Oven
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Tub/Shower
  • Views
  • Elevator
  • Lounge
  • Sundeck
  • Freezer
  • Island Kitchen
  • Pantry
  • Quartz Countertops

Location

3900 Galt Ocean, Fort Lauderdale,
FL 33308

Neighborhood

Fort Lauderdale’s Galt Mile is a beach town, by and large. Condominiums and hotels stack the beaches while local and national businesses line the streets. Basic necessities are located within walking distance of one another.

Galt Mile is within close proximity to the Galleria at Fort Lauderdale in addition to a slew of major retailers. Convenient to a number of parks and outdoor recreational facilities, Galt Mile is nearby the Coral Ridge Country Club, Hugh Taylor Birch State Park, and George English Park. Bonnet House Museum and Gardens, the Museum of Science and Discovery, and the Broward Center for the Performing Arts are all a short drive from Galt Mile as well.

Stretched along A1A, Galt Mile maintains easy access to Oakland Park Boulevard, North Federal Highway, North Dixie Highway, and the I-95. Galt Mile is also less than a 30-minute drive from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, allowing for simple travels and commutes.

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Education

College & Universities Distance

Drive: 13 mins drive / 5.4 away
5.4 mi
Drive: 14 mins drive / 6.2 away
6.2 mi
Drive: 17 mins drive / 6.3 away
6.3 mi
Drive: 22 mins drive / 10.1 away
10.1 mi

Playa del Mar is within 13 minutes or 5.4 miles from Keiser University. It is also near Florida Atlantic University and Art Inst. of Ft. Lauderdale.

Schools

Bayview Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Grades K-5

552 Students

AttendanceZone

10

Out of 10

Sunrise Middle School

Public Middle School

Grades 6-8

1,242 Students

AttendanceZone

5

Out of 10

Fort Lauderdale High School

Public High School

Grades 9-12

2,228 Students

AttendanceZone

8

Out of 10

Floranada Elementary School

Public School

Grades PK, K-5

748 Students

Nearby

9

Out of 10

Cardinal Gibbons High School

Private High School

Grades 9-12

1,167 Students

Nearby

0

Out of 10

Christ Church School

Private School

Grades PK-5

292 Students

Nearby

0

Out of 10

Shepherd Of The Coast

Private School

Grades PK-8

110 Students

Nearby

0

Out of 10

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Transportation

Transportation options available in Fort Lauderdale include School Board, located 32.8 miles from Playa del Mar.

Transit/Subway Distance

Drive: 48 mins drive / 33.5 away
33.5 mi
Drive: 48 mins drive / 32.8 away
32.8 mi
Drive: 47 mins drive / 33.1 away
33.1 mi
Drive: 49 mins drive / 33.3 away
33.3 mi
Drive: 48 mins drive / 33.3 away
33.3 mi

Commuter Rail Distance

Drive: 12 mins drive / 5.2 away
5.2 mi
Drive: 14 mins drive / 6.2 away
6.2 mi
Drive: 19 mins drive / 8.7 away
8.7 mi
Drive: 21 mins drive / 10.5 away
10.5 mi
Drive: 23 mins drive / 12.8 away
12.8 mi
Playa del Mar is near Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International, located 13.6 miles or 25 minutes away, and Miami International, located 38.8 miles or 62 minutes away.

Airports Distance

Drive: 25 mins drive / 13.6 away
13.6 mi
Drive: 62 mins drive / 38.8 away
38.8 mi
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
69
Out of 100
You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.
Some Transit
Transit Score®
38
Out of 100
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
Bikeable
Bike Score®
62
Out of 100
While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.
Scores provided by Walk Score

Points of Interest

Time and distance from Playa del Mar.

Shopping Centers Distance

Walk: 2 mins walk / 0.1 away
0.1 mi
Walk: 8 mins walk / 0.4 away
0.4 mi
Walk: 18 mins walk / 0.9 away
0.9 mi
Playa del Mar has 3 shopping centers within 0.9 mile, which is about a 18-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.

Parks & Recreation Distance

Drive: 7 mins drive / 2.8 away
2.8 mi
Drive: 15 mins drive / 6.6 away
6.6 mi
Drive: 24 mins drive / 11.0 away
11.0 mi
Drive: 20 mins drive / 10.9 away
10.9 mi
Drive: 30 mins drive / 13.6 away
13.6 mi
Playa del Mar has 5 parks within 13.6 miles, including Hugh Taylor Birch State Park, Museum of Discovery and Science, and Fern Forest Nature Center.

Hospitals Distance

Drive: 6 mins drive / 2.5 away
2.5 mi
Drive: 8 mins drive / 3.0 away
3.0 mi
Drive: 17 mins drive / 7.7 away
7.7 mi
Playa del Mar has 3 hospitals within 7.7 miles, the nearest is Providence Holy Cross Medical Center which is 2.5 miles away and a 6 minutes drive.