$1,600,000
SOLD JAN 14, 2026

Lauderdale By the Sea, FL 33308

2 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,497 Sq Ft
$2,196/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$1,069 Per Sq Ft

10% Below List Price

20 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ocean View
  • Fitness Center
  • High Ceiling
  • Property has ocean access
  • Clubhouse
  • 2-minute walk to El Prado Park

About This Home

As of January 2026

Welcome to coastal luxury at this oceanfront penthouse at 4444 El Mar Drive, Unit 3402, Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, FL. This top floor unit with 11 foot ceilings offers 1,497 sq. ft. of elegant living with 2 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. Enjoy stunning ocean views from your private balcony, a granite kitchen with Snaidero cabinets, Bosch & Kitchenaid appliances, and a range of amenities including a heated pool & cabanas, new gym, grill & kitchen and a secure building with security patrol. Additional features include two garage parking spots, semi-private elevator, and 2 air-conditioned storage units. Experience sophisticated waterfront living at its finest. Walk to everything Lauderdale By The Sea offers including restaurants, bars & shops.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Chad Gray

Compass Florida, LLC License #3237631 Listed on: 12/06/2025

Compass Florida, LLC

Last Buyer's Agent

Brian Hernandez

RE/MAX FIRST License #3252341

RE/MAX FIRST

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $22,906

Year Built

  • Built in 2009

Lot Details

  • West Facing Home

HOA Fees

  • $2,196 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 34 Car Attached Garage

Interior Spaces

  • 1,497 Sq Ft Home
  • 4-Story Property
  • Furnished or left unfurnished upon request
  • High Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Fireplace
  • Blinds
  • French Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Tile Flooring
  • Ocean Views
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Split Bedroom Floorplan
  • Closet Cabinetry
  • Walk-In Closet

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Property has ocean access
  • Balcony
  • Open Patio
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Water Purifier

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 494318CF0160

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include common areas, insurance, legal/accounting, ground maintenance, maintenance structure, pool(s), reserve fund, roof, sewer, trash, water
  • Villas By The Sea Subdivision

Amenities

  • Picnic Area
  • Clubhouse

Recreation

  • Fitness Center
  • Community Pool
  • Community Spa

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed
  • Pet Deposit $100

Security

  • Security Guard
  • Fire Sprinkler System

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$22,906

Year Built

Built in 2009

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$2,196 per month

Parking

34

Listing Details

  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Condominium
  • Year Built: 2009
  • New Construction: No
  • DelayedMarketingYN: No
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Bedroom on Main Level, Closet Cabinetry, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings, Split Bedrooms, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Furnished: Negotiable
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Range, Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Water Softener, Water Heater, Water Purifier, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Door Features: French Doors
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Tile
  • Living Area: 1497.0
  • Stories: 4
  • Window Features: Blinds

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Lighting, Outdoor Living Area
  • View: Ocean
  • Pool Features: Association
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Ocean Access, Other
  • Construction Type: Block
  • Direction Faces: West
  • Patio And Porch Features: Open, Porch, Balcony
  • Property Condition: Resale

Garage/Parking

  • Covered Parking Spaces: 34.0
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 34.0
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage

Utilities

  • Security: Security System, Fire Sprinkler System, Security Guard
  • Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Central
  • Heating Yn: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 2196.0
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Senior Community: No
  • Amenities: Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Picnic Area, Pool, Spa/Hot Tub, Security
  • Association #2 Fee: 2196.0
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association: Yes
  • Pets Allowed: Breed Restrictions, Pet Fee, Yes

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Common Areas, Insurance, Legal/Accounting, Maintenance Grounds, Maintenance Structure, Pool(s), Reserve Fund, Roof, Sewer, Trash, Water

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 494318CF0160
  • Mobile Dim Units: Feet

Rental Info

  • Pet Deposit: 100.0

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 22906.0

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 6, 2025
Closed on
Jan 7, 2026
Sold by
Mccann Thomas
Bought by
Sippel Robert John and Sippel Stacey
Seller's Agent
Chad Gray
Compass Florida, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Brian Hernandez
RE/MAX FIRST
List Price
$1,785,000
Sold Price
$1,600,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$185,000
-10.36%
Views
7

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-19.13%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 17, 2024
Sold by
Mccann Thomas
Bought by
Meares Joseph Daniel

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 8, 2016
Closed on
Jun 23, 2016
Sold by
Creekwood Real Estate Llc
Bought by
Mccann Thomas
Seller's Agent
Richard Barnhart
By The Sea Realty, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Chad Gray
Compass Florida, LLC
List Price
$1,380,000
Sold Price
$1,300,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$80,000
-5.8%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.00%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 14, 2014
Sold by
Adair Rhonda
Bought by
Creekwood Real Estate Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 24, 2011
Sold by
Minto Villas By The Sea Llc
Bought by
Adair Rhonda
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $1,600,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $1,600,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed -- None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed -- None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $1,300,000 Attorney
Warranty Deed $1,300,000 Attorney
Warranty Deed $1,000,000 Attorney
Warranty Deed $1,000,000 Attorney
Special Warranty Deed $900,000 Founders Title
Special Warranty Deed $900,000 Founders Title
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
01/14/2026 01/14/26 Sold $1,600,000 -10.4% $1,069 / Sq Ft
12/26/2025 12/26/25 Pending -- -- --
12/07/2025 12/07/25 For Sale $1,785,000 +37.3% $1,192 / Sq Ft
06/23/2016 06/23/16 Sold $1,300,000 -5.8% $868 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
05/24/2016 05/24/16 Pending -- -- --
04/18/2016 04/18/16 For Sale $1,380,000 -- $922 / Sq Ft
Source: BeachesMLS (Greater Fort Lauderdale)

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2026 $24,109 $1,346,820 -- --
2025 $22,906 $1,224,390 -- --
2024 $22,126 $1,224,390 -- --
2023 $22,126 $1,011,900 $0 $0
2022 $16,351 $919,910 $91,990 $827,920
2021 $16,042 $901,070 $90,110 $810,960
2020 $17,837 $1,000,000 $100,000 $900,000
2019 $20,751 $1,155,990 $115,600 $1,040,390
2018 $20,376 $1,146,690 $114,670 $1,032,020
2017 $21,031 $1,163,000 $0 $0
2016 $17,898 $958,080 $0 $0
2015 $17,597 $912,990 $0 $0
2014 $18,428 $935,310 $0 $0
2013 -- $850,290 $85,030 $765,260
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Chad Gray

    Seller's Agent in 2026

    Chad Gray

    Compass Florida, LLC

    (954) 554-6062

    1 in this area

    45 Total Sales

    Chad Gray
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  • Brian Hernandez

    Buyer's Agent in 2026

    Brian Hernandez

    RE/MAX

    (561) 376-1694

    1 in this area

    66 Total Sales

    Brian Hernandez
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  • Richard Barnhart

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Richard Barnhart

    By The Sea Realty, Inc.

    (954) 980-7795

    6 in this area

    33 Total Sales

    Richard Barnhart
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Source: BeachesMLS (Greater Fort Lauderdale)

MLS Number: F10539940

BeachesMLS (Greater Fort Lauderdale)

APN: 49-43-18-CF-0160

Florida Broward County Lauderdale-by-the-Sea

33308

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