Condo in New Smyrna Beach, Volusia County, FL · 33 units
Coastal Waters
3509 S Atlantic Ave, New Smyrna Beach, FL 32069-3698
Overview
Coastal Waters Life offers a prime beachfront location with direct access to the sand and a refreshing pool, making it appealing for a casual beach getaway. While some units feature updated decor, comfortable beds, and clean spaces, the property shows its age significantly. Maintenance quality varies widely by room, with recurring concerns regarding cleanliness, outdated furnishings, and operational issues. The management approach relies heavily on text communication rather than an on-site office, leading to mixed experiences with responsiveness. Parking is often limited, and shared outdoor areas occasionally require extra attention, but the unbeatable proximity to the ocean continues to draw visitors looking for a convenient coastal stay.
Overview compiled from public sources — verify details independently. Review-derived detail here comes from short-stay guest reviews, not residents.
At a glance
Facts, not verdicts- Structure
- Being verified
- Milestone
- Inspection applies
- Flood
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- Wind
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- Fees
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- Reviews
- 4 themes
33 residential units on record.
Is Coastal Waters safe? Structure & milestone status
Applicability is a factual classification — it does not indicate that any inspection is overdue or that a building has a problem.
What are the HOA fees at Coastal Waters?
Fee information for this building is being verified from public records.
What is the flood risk at Coastal Waters?
Flood and wind exposure for this building are being verified from FEMA and county records.
Permits & activity
Permit activity is being compiled from the county building department index.
What guests say about staying at Coastal Waters
What works
What doesn't
Ongoing, not one-off
- Maintenance — raised repeatedly, 2022-2026
- Management responsiveness — raised repeatedly, 2022-2026
- Amenities — raised repeatedly, 2024-2026
This building is listed as a vacation rental or resort operation, so this reflects short-stay guest reviews rather than resident experience. Aggregated from public reviews; no individuals are named.
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Frequently asked
Is Coastal Waters safe to live in?
Aedificio doesn't grade or judge buildings. What we can tell you is factual, and as a building of 3+ stories it falls under Florida SB 4-D milestone-inspection requirements. Applicability is a regulatory classification and does not indicate any problem. For a professional assessment, consult a licensed inspector.
What are the HOA fees at Coastal Waters?
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Does Coastal Waters require a milestone inspection?
Yes — as a building of three or more stories it is within the class covered by Florida SB 4-D milestone inspections. This is a factual classification about the building class; Aedificio does not publish whether an inspection is complete or overdue.
Can you get a mortgage on a condo here?
Condo mortgage eligibility depends on the project's "warrantability" (Fannie Mae / Freddie Mac criteria: owner-occupancy, reserves, litigation, insurance). Aedificio surfaces the public inputs; your lender makes the warrantability determination.
Is Coastal Waters in a flood zone?
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