5 Coastal South Florida Estates with Point-Lot and Penthouse Living

Along the water’s edge on Lake Shore Drive in Delray Beach, a rare south-facing point lot on Lake Ida sets the stage for a new construction estate by Carrie Lee & Gulfstream Builders. Inside, voluminous interiors pair architectural elegance with Control4 technology and Lutron lighting for a seamlessly dialed-in daily rhythm. The Wolf-appointed chef’s kitchen anchors the main living spaces, while a sleek, marble-trimmed gas fireplace adds a refined focal point. Outdoors, a covered loggia extends living into a true resort-like setting, complete with a saltwater pool, jacuzzi, and summer kitchen. Three balconies take in sparkling Lake Ida views, and a seawall with private dock makes time on the water feel effortless. From paddleboarding to kayaking or boating, Lake Ida and Lake Eden become part of the everyday.

On Oleander Avenue in Palm Beach, 259 Oleander Avenue offers a residential address defined more by its setting than by any disclosed interior details. With no published notes on rooms, finishes, or amenities, the appeal here is the simplicity of a straightforward Palm Beach location—an easy daily rhythm shaped by the character of a classic neighborhood street. Imagine mornings that begin with a quiet walk outside, afternoons spent coming and going without fuss, and evenings that feel calm and contained at home. Without additional listing information, it’s best understood as an opportunity centered on place, privacy, and the lifestyle that comes with a Palm Beach address—leaving the next chapter to be written with intention over time.

Along the water’s edge on the scenic Loxahatchee River, this custom estate commands a rare point lot at the tip of a private peninsula. Set within a gated enclave with over 400 feet of water frontage, it pairs unmatched privacy with panoramic river views and a surrounding nature preserve backdrop. Inside, soaring ceilings and expansive living spaces unfold across four large bedrooms, a private office with coffered ceilings, billiard room, workout room, sunken wet bar, and a spacious gourmet kitchen. The primary suite is a quiet retreat, complete with a coffee bar and a private waterfront balcony for sweeping river vistas. Quality craftsmanship shows in marble and bamboo flooring, impact windows, elegant crown molding, and refined architectural details throughout—ready for a personal vision for modern updates. Outside, a waterfront pool, dock with 9,000 lb lift, canoe launch, and direct ocean access (13 minutes to the inlet by boat) complete the daily rhythm of riverfront living.

Within the prestigious enclave of Long Lake Estates, this fully renovated estate sits on a quiet cul-de-sac amid an acre of beautifully landscaped grounds. Soaring ceilings and expansive windows bring abundant natural light across elegant finishes and an easy indoor-outdoor rhythm. The layout includes five bedrooms plus a dedicated gym and a versatile multipurpose room, with 5.5 bathrooms; four bedrooms are en suite. The primary suite is designed as a true retreat, complete with large walk-in closets and a spa-inspired ambiance. At the center, a show-stopping chef’s kitchen pairs an oversized island with top-of-the-line appliances and effortless connection to the main living spaces. Outside, a private resort-style oasis features a custom waterfall, pool and spa, outdoor shower, and a generous covered patio, framed by lush tropical landscaping and expansive grassy areas for deep quiet and privacy.

Along the water’s edge on North Ocean Boulevard in Boca Raton, this fourth-floor penthouse at the exclusive Athena pairs privacy with unobstructed, panoramic Atlantic Ocean views from nearly every room. A private entry and elevator open to just over 4,000 square feet of single-level living, organized in a spacious split-bedroom floor plan. Full-impact windows frame the seascape, while a grand great room sets an easy rhythm for daily life and entertaining. The formal living area is anchored by a custom Italian porcelain feature wall and a sleek wet bar for effortless hosting. In the chef’s kitchen, quartzite countertops meet top-tier Bosch, Sub-Zero, and Thermador appliances, creating a refined workspace that feels equally suited to quiet mornings and dinner with friends. Just steps from the sand, the setting keeps the ocean close, day after day.