3461 Nw 44Th St

Summer Lake is a two-story, 1989-built gated condominium community set around a 23-acre lake in Lauderdale Lakes, Florida. The development is composed of low-rise walk-up buildings with ground-floor patios and second-floor units that feature vaulted ceilings and open balconies overlooking water and landscaped grounds. Residences are primarily two-bedroom, two-bath layouts with split-bedroom plans, generous living/dining areas, first- or second-level access options, and interior features such as breakfast bars, walk-in closets, vaulted or high ceilings, pantry space, and in-unit washer/dryer hookups. Exterior character leans toward Key West–inspired styling with painted siding, porches, privacy walls, planted buffers, and common outdoor living spaces including patios and barbecue areas. Shared amenities are resort-oriented and extensive for a low-rise complex: a lakeside pool and spa, fitness center, clubhouse, tennis/raquet sports courts, basketball courts, resurfaced amenities, dog park, walking/jogging paths, boat/RV parking (subject to availability), and lakeside benches. Parking is surface-level with gated access; the association typically covers utilities like water, sewer, and trash under modest maintenance fees. Pet policies and lease terms vary by unit but many listings indicate pet-friendly rules and investor-friendly leasing, making the community suitable for seasonal residents, long-term owners, and rental investors. The site sits minutes from major highways, dining, and beaches, offering a suburban lakeside lifestyle with convenient access to Fort Lauderdale area amenities.