Living in Luxury: The Finest Condos in Surfside, Miami

Surfside may be pocket-sized on the map, but when it comes to luxury living, this seaside town punches well above its weight. This tight-knit community sits immediately north of Miami Beach and south of Bal Harbour, and cherishes its ocean-front living options, beach walks, community center, and overall quality of life.

In our years of experience as a boutique brokerage in South Florida, we’ve seen a growing luxurious side to this beach town that has brought us top-tier, ultra-luxury residences tucked inside some of the most sought-after oceanfront buildings. In this blog, we’ve ranked the top five most luxurious condos in Surfside, Miami, according to their average price per square foot and standout amenities. These sophisticated condo towers are quickly becoming the most expensive in all of Miami, rivaling the luxury and desirability of Fisher Island.

You’ll also get an inside look at the neighborhood and the new pre-construction developments positioning it among South Florida’s most exclusive and desirable destinations.

— Why Choose to Live in Surfside?

This family-oriented beach town is perfectly positioned between glamorous Bal Harbour and world-famous Miami Beach. A pocket-sized neighborhood, Surfside is somewhat of an extension of Bal Harbour and is favored by those looking for a mix of exclusivity, sense of community, friendly neighbors, safe streets and a stunning beach lifestyle. 

Residents love the uncrowded beaches here that come lined with scenic boardwalks and citywide exhibits dedicated to marine life (read about Surfside’s famous turtles). It also ranks as the 12th best suburb to raise a family in Miami-Dade County and 40th best suburb to live in Florida, according to niche.com.

The town also has its very own community center that features a lap pool, a plunge pool, a children’s pool, a jacuzzi, and two multipurpose rooms made available to host community events. Plus, it’s home to one of the area’s best tennis centers, where you can play league tennis, or pickleball if you prefer. So, now that you know more about this lovely beachside community, here’s where you can find the best condos for sale in Surfside.

— The Most Luxurious Condos in Surfside, Miami

5. Azure Condos

9401 Collins Avenue | Average List Price: $1,058 per square foot

Azure in Surfside embodies the elegant style that Surfside is known for, only steps from the Bal Harbour Shops, with all of its shopping and dining options, and only a few minutes' drive from one of the area’s finest golf courses. 

Each unit in this 12-story, boutique midrise is designed with dramatically high ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows, maximizing natural light to create airy, open living spaces. Sliding glass doors lead to ample terraces with sweeping views of the Atlantic Ocean.

Amenities in this exclusive pet-friendly building built in 2005 offer luxury and convenience, and include a social salon, a bar, a climate-controlled swimming pool, an outdoor whirlpool spa, poolside cabanas, a fitness center with cardio and strength training, and his and hers saunas.

4. Rimini Beach

8911 Collins Avenue | Average List Price: $1,125 per square foot

Since 1998, Rimini Beach has remained one of Surfside’s most quietly elegant oceanfront addresses, pairing Arquitectonica’s design with a boutique scale of just 55 residences. Its glass façade and wraparound terraces capture sweeping views of the Atlantic Ocean and Biscayne Bay.

Residences feature spacious layouts with floor-to-ceiling windows and private balconies. Amenities include direct beach access, an oceanfront pool and hot tub, a fitness center, a clubroom with billiards and media, and a 24-hour attended lobby. Residents also enjoy secure garage parking, pet-friendly policies, and the comfort of a well-managed boutique building.

3. Fendi Chateau Residences

9349 Collins Avenue | Average List Price: $4,160 per square foot

The first-ever residential project by the house of Fendi, this boutique, 12-story building features 58 ultra-luxury, flow-through condos. Developed in association with the Chateau Group and designed by Arquitectonica, with landscaping by ArquitectonicaGEO, these sophisticated residences sit on 300 feet of private beachfront. The project was completed in 2016.

You’re bound to enjoy Fendi-designed interiors and custom Fendi touches throughout the common spaces. Amenities in this luxury Surfside condo include two swimming pools surrounded by tropical gardens, a private restaurant, a lounge with gourmet kitchen, a spa with European thermal pool, Luxury Attaché concierge and beachside services.

Last but not least, Fendi Chateau Residences is one of the exquisite Miami condos with Shabbat-friendly elevators.

2. Arte by Antonio Citterio

8955 Collins Avenue | Average List Price: $5,207 per square foot

This ultra boutique, oceanfront development is a first in the U.S. by the acclaimed international starchitect duo of Antonio Citterio and Patricia Viel. The Italian designers are famous for their elegant minimalism and uniquely European spaces. 

Built in 2018, the one-of-a-kind, pyramid-style, glass building features only 16 ultra-luxury condo residences across 12 stories and is perched along the finest stretch of Surfside’s beachfront. We especially appreciate its uniqueness and exclusive, boutique lifestyle. 

Arte’s impressive list of resort-style amenities includes an indoor heated lap pool with a water feature, a meditation pond, sauna and steam rooms, an outdoor meditation swimming pool, a yoga studio, a rooftop tennis court, a children's playroom, a resident’s lounge, and an art-adorned lobby. If you are looking for true oceanfront exclusivity and large floor plans, Arte is one of our top recommendations.

— And the Most Luxurious Condo in Surfside Is...

1. The Surf Club Four Seasons Hotel and Residences

9011-9111 Collins Avenue | Average List Price: $5,501 per square foot

Carrying on the legacy of the historic Surf Club built on this site in 1930, this iconic condo-hotel is where you can find the most luxurious condos in Surfside, Miami for sale. It features 119 private residences and 31 hotel residences spread across 12 stories, all connected to the exclusive Surf Club Four Seasons Hotel. 

Architects Kobi Karp and Richard Meier have taken special care to preserve the original Surf Club structure that opened on New Year’s Eve, 1930—marking it the place to see and be seen. Today, the property restored in 2017 stands to feature the glamor of a bygone era plus luxurious modern residences for a truly exceptional lifestyle.

As a resident, you will enjoy access to the hotel’s amenities such as four heated pools, beach club services, landscaped gardens, oceanfront Four Seasons spa services with the option of in-residence treatments, two restaurants with in-residence dining, and all of the spectacular services expected of a Four Seasons. 

If you’re a discerning buyer looking for the most luxurious condo in Surfside, Miami this extremely luxurious, historic building may be exactly what you're looking for.