5161 18th, Fort Lauderdale, FL

Your backyard paradise awaits! This stunning 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom home offers a 3-way split floor plan and $150K+ in outdoor upgrades. The backyard boasts a fully equipped outdoor kitchen seating 18, brand-new tiki bar, new expansive travertine patio & heated/chilled saltwater pool with WiFi controls, new equipment & plumbing, fresh Diamond Brite and mosaic tile accents. Inside, enjoy an open-concept kitchen, natural granite waterfall countertops, soft-close Italian cabinetry, tile floors throughout & updated baths. Other highlights: oversized tiled 2-car garage with new door & smart lighting, extra-wide driveway, newer fencing, natural-stone front porch, Nest thermostat, 2025 A/C, updated electrical panel, new gutters & insulation, relined pipes. Assigned to A-rated Floranada Elementary. PRIME KNOLL RIDGE LOCATION - MINUTES TO BEACHES, TOP SCHOOLS, DINING & SHOPPING! Experience the best of East Fort Lauderdale living, where coastal lifestyle meets everyday convenience! Just 2.5 miles to Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, 4 miles to Fort Lauderdale Beach and 5 miles to Pompano Beach Pier. Exceptional proximity to renowned public and private schools, including A+ Floranada Elementary, Pine Crest School, and Westminster Academy (approximately 1 mile), plus St. Mark's Episcopal School (3 miles). Enjoy an incredible selection of restaurants, cafés, shopping, grocery stores, gyms and fitness studios along Federal Highway and Commercial Boulevard (0.5-2 miles). Shopping and entertainment are always close, with Coral Ridge Mall (3 miles), Galleria Mall (5 miles) and Las Olas Boulevard and Downtown Fort Lauderdale (6 miles). Commuting and travel are effortless with I-95 (3 miles), Cypress Creek Tri-Rail Station (3 miles), Brightline Fort Lauderdale Station (6 miles), Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport (5 miles), and FLL International Airport (13 miles). Perfectly positioned for exploring South Florida, with Boca Raton (21 miles), Downtown Miami (35 miles), Miami International Airport (38 miles), and Palm Beach International Airport (40 miles) all within reach. An exceptional location offering the perfect balance of beachside living, connectivity, convenience and the vibrant Fort Lauderdale lifestyle!