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Old Fort Bay

Gated, canal/waterfront luxury community near Lyford Cay; very short airport commute.

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Overview

Old Fort Bay is a private, gated community in northwestern New Providence, just east of Lyford Cay. It's centered on a historic fort and clubhouse overlooking the harbor, blending colonial-inspired architecture with modern luxury design. Many properties offer canal access with private docks, appealing to boating enthusiasts, and residents have access to The Club at Old Fort Bay (restaurant, gym, pool) and Old Fort Beach.

Typical rentals and pricing

Like its neighbor Lyford Cay, Old Fort Bay is primarily an ownership-driven, luxury estate market rather than a high-volume apartment rental neighborhood. Reliable published rental pricing specific to Old Fort Bay wasn't available in research — expect limited inventory skewed toward high-end homes rather than standard apartments, with pricing to be confirmed directly through current listings.

Proximity to amenities

  • Beaches: Old Fort Beach, within the community.
  • Schools: Close to Lyford Cay International School, roughly five minutes from Lyford Cay itself.
  • Groceries: A supermarket is located near Old Fort Bay, along with other western New Providence options a short drive away.
  • Downtown Nassau: Roughly 20–25 minutes by car.
  • Airport (LPIA): Roughly 10 minutes by car — one of the shortest airport commutes on the island.

Commute and transport

Old Fort Bay is accessed via Western Road, with gated, controlled entry. It's a car-dependent community with minimal public transit inside the gates, though it benefits from a notably short, direct drive to the airport.

Who it suits

Old Fort Bay suits renters seeking a gated, waterfront, luxury lifestyle with boating access and club amenities, and who value a short airport commute. Like Lyford Cay, it functions more as a high-end, low-volume category than a typical apartment-rental neighborhood — most renters comparing standard apartment listings on a budget will find better fit and availability elsewhere on the island.