Southern Seas
Southern Seas is a boutique, two-story oceanfront condominium at 4520 El Mar Drive in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, built in 1984 directly on the sand. The low-rise building centers on a heated pool and sundeck overlooking the ocean, with ground-floor residences opening straight onto a private patio and the beach. Southern Seas is notable for permitting daily, weekly, and monthly rentals year-round, a rarity among area condominiums that has made it popular with owners running short-term rental or Airbnb operations as well as full-time residents. The association reports that the building has passed its required structural recertification. It sits an easy walk from Anglin's Fishing Pier and the shops and restaurants along Commercial Boulevard in the heart of Lauderdale-by-the-Sea.
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- Heated swimming pool
- Direct beach/oceanfront access
- On-site laundry facilities
- Parking
The building is located in the heart of Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, a walkable beach town in Broward County, roughly a 3-minute walk from Anglin's Fishing Pier and the surrounding cluster of shops, restaurants, and entertainment along El Mar Drive and Commercial Boulevard.
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Lauderdale By The Sea, FL 33308
Available Residences at Southern Seas
1 Bedroom Condos · 1 unit
| Unit | Asking Price | Bed(s)/Bath(s) | Living Size | Price/Sq.Ft. | Days on Market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | $495,000 | 1 / 1 | 641 | $772 | 206 |
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No active inventory.
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Market & Community Report
As of August 13, 2026, Southern Seas carries 0 active listings at an average asking price of —, with an average time on market of — days. Closed sales over the preceding 36 months averaged $731 per sq ft, and 1 transaction closed in the past 12 months — implying 0 months of supply against the current pace of absorption.
Zip code 33308 (Lauderdale By The Sea) is home to 27,261 residents with a median age of 57.2. Per-capita income stands at $81,285; 58.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher. 70.7% of units are owner-occupied; 24.9% of residents work from home.
Data current as of August 13, 2026. Market metrics derived from MLS closed sales; community data from U.S. Census ACS.
Frequently Asked Questions — Southern Seas
How many condos are for sale at Southern Seas?
As of August 13, 2026, 0 residences are actively listed for sale at Southern Seas. Inventory updates daily from the MLS.
What is the average price per square foot at Southern Seas?
Based on MLS closed sales over the preceding 36 months, the average sale price at Southern Seas is $731 per square foot. Use this as a benchmark when comparing active listings in the building.
Where is Southern Seas located?
Southern Seas is located at 4520 El Mar Dr, Lauderdale By The Sea, FL, 33308, in the Lauderdale by the Sea area.
What neighborhood is Southern Seas in?
Southern Seas is in Lauderdale by the Sea, Lauderdale By The Sea. You can compare every condo building, home inventory, and price trend across Lauderdale by the Sea on its neighborhood guide.
What amenities does Southern Seas offer?
Southern Seas amenities include Heated swimming pool, Direct beach/oceanfront access, On-site laundry facilities, Parking.