901 N Birch Rd

Marine Colony Villas is a low-rise waterfront cooperative built in 1974 with two stories of primarily one-bedroom residences clustered around landscaped courtyards and a central pool. The complex presents a boutique, garden-style layout with canal-front buildings and private docks along a deep-water canal that offers ocean access with no fixed bridges. Units vary between ground-floor corner apartments with porches overlooking the pool and upper-level residences with elevated views; interiors commonly feature walk-in closets, main-level primary bedrooms in some layouts, built-ins, and combinations of living/dining spaces with kitchen islands or kitchen-dining combos. Exterior elements include private balconies or patios, awnings, a shared barbecue/entertaining area, fenced courtyards, and mature landscaping with fruit trees. On-site conveniences historically include assigned dockage for boats (metered by linear foot), covered parking or surface parking, pool and poolside seating, and security features such as high-impact doors or hurricane shutters. The association permits rentals within stated limits, carries HOA maintenance that has covered real estate taxes in listings, and enforces typical co-op rules; no age-restricted residency is noted. The location is a defining attribute — a short stroll to Fort Lauderdale Beach, adjacent to Hugh Taylor Birch State Park and the Bonnet House, with immediate access to dining, shops, and the Galleria Mall, creating a walkable, water-oriented lifestyle.