Sunny Isles Beach
Florida's Riviera
Sunny Isles Beach is South Florida's branded-residence capital — a 2.5-mile barrier island where the world's most celebrated developers and architects have built a skyline of trophy oceanfront towers. From Porsche Design Tower to Armani/Casa, from Acqualina to the new St. Regis Residences, no other corridor in America concentrates this many fully-amenitized, brand-collaborated residences in one place.
Sunny Isles transformed itself over two decades from a low-rise motel district into the global flagship of branded-residence development. Today, oceanfront ownership here is essentially synonymous with brand collaboration: Porsche, Armani, Bentley, St. Regis, Acqualina, Jade, Trump — each tower competes on a different vector of design, service, and amenity programming.
The buyer profile is overwhelmingly international. Russian, Latin American, and increasingly Middle Eastern capital underwrites much of the demand, drawn by Florida tax structure, English-speaking service, and the security of a market that has produced consistent appreciation across cycles. Pre-construction at the Bentley Residences, St. Regis, and the upcoming Cipriani Residences continues to see strong absorption.
What sets Sunny Isles apart operationally is the depth of in-building service. Buyers don't simply purchase a residence; they purchase access to spa, restaurant, beach club, valet, and concierge infrastructure that rivals five-star resorts — a model that has made Sunny Isles the template for branded development in markets from Dubai to Tulum.
The Sunny Isles Beach market
Sunny Isles closed approximately $1.6B in residential volume in 2025. Branded oceanfront condos averaged $1,420 per square foot across resale and $2,100+ per square foot in newly delivered product. Pre-construction at the Bentley Residences (the world's first residential tower with the Dezervator car elevator for every unit) is sold out above $5,000 per square foot in upper floors.
Living in Sunny Isles Beach
Five-star resort service in your own building, private beach clubs, Michelin-pedigree dining at Acqualina's Il Mulino and Avra at the St. Regis, and a Latin-international neighborhood feel along Collins Avenue.
The Sunny Isles Beach buyer
International ultra-high-net-worth families, second-home buyers seeking fully-serviced oceanfront living, and pre-construction investors targeting branded-residence trophy product.
Neighborhoods of Sunny Isles Beach
Acqualina, Estates at Acqualina, and the forthcoming Cipriani Residences anchor the south end with five-star resort programming.
Mid-island towers featuring Cesar Pelli, Giorgio Armani, and Porsche Design Group collaborations.
The newest oceanfront block — twin St. Regis Residences and the Bentley Residences (delivering 2027–2028).
The northern edge of Sunny Isles abuts the exclusive Town of Golden Beach — a guarded enclave of single-family oceanfront estates.
Education in Sunny Isles Beach
Sunny Isles is served by Norman S. Edelcup/Sunny Isles Beach K-8 (A-rated) and Alonzo and Tracy Mourning Senior High in adjacent North Miami Beach.
Getting around
20 minutes to Aventura, 30 minutes to Miami International Airport, 25 minutes to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International — making it a strategic pick for buyers who fly private out of either market.
Flagship buildings in Sunny Isles Beach
The world's first residential tower with the patented Dezervator that lifts vehicles directly to each residence's private sky garage. Engineered with Porsche Design Group precision.
Designed by Cesar Pelli with all interiors curated by Giorgio Armani — flow-through residences with sunrise and sunset terraces.
Forbes Five-Star rated oceanfront resort residences in a Mediterranean palace setting.
Twin towers wrapped around AcquaPark — a 45,000-square-foot amenity deck with FlowRider, bowling, and the AcquaCenter spa.
Carlos Ott-designed glass tower with flow-through residences and 10-foot ceilings.
Sister tower to Jade Ocean with the same Carlos Ott silhouette and full amenity floor.
The newest of the three Trump Towers on Sunny Isles' oceanfront, with private beach service.
Twin oceanfront towers bringing St. Regis butler service to Sunny Isles Beach.
An ultra-boutique tower with 49 full-floor residences and private elevator entries.
39 single-floor residences with wraparound terraces, summer kitchens, and direct elevator access.
Explore signature communities
The world's first residential tower with the patented Dezervator car elevator — sky garages, private pools, and oceanfront living.
Designed by Cesar Pelli with interiors by Giorgio Armani — 308 residences with 12-foot ceilings and private terraces.
Five-star Forbes-rated resort residences and the new Estates at Acqualina — among the most awarded oceanfront addresses in America.
Two iconic Carlos Ott-designed glass towers with direct oceanfront access and full-service amenities.
Three oceanfront towers totaling over 800 residences with private beach club service.
New St. Regis-branded twin towers bringing the brand's signature butler service to the Sunny Isles oceanfront.
An ultra-boutique 49-residence tower by Sieger Suarez with full-floor private elevator residences.
39 full-floor residences with wrap-around terraces and private summer kitchens.
Frequently asked about Sunny Isles Beach
Which Sunny Isles tower is best for full-time living vs second home?+
Acqualina and the St. Regis Residences offer the deepest five-star service for full-time owners. Porsche Design Tower and Bentley Residences are favored by collectors who travel with their cars. We'll walk through each tower's HOA, service tier, and pet/rental policies during your search.
Are short-term rentals allowed?+
Policies vary tower-by-tower. Some buildings restrict rentals to 6 or 12 months; others allow shorter terms with HOA approval. We provide a full rental-policy comparison before you commit.
What is the international buyer share in Sunny Isles?+
Estimated at 55–70% of luxury condo closings, the highest concentration of international capital in any Miami-Dade market.
Are HOA fees significantly higher in branded buildings?+
Yes — branded oceanfront HOAs typically run $1.50–$3.00 per square foot per month, reflecting the staffing depth, amenity programming, and reserve funding required to maintain five-star service.
Related Sunny Isles Beach resources
Property values across luxury Sunny Isles Beach markets are driven by waterfront frontage, dockage, building services, and proximity to private clubs and Bal Harbour Shops. Request a confidential, broker-prepared valuation for an exact figure.
Inventory in the $3M+ segment remains constrained while international and domestic relocation demand persists. Most well-positioned luxury listings see qualified buyer activity within the first 30 days.
Pre-construction purchases follow a deposit schedule (typically 10/10/10/10/60), require buyer representation registration before reservation, and have unique tax and timing implications we walk you through.
International buyers can purchase Florida real estate without residency. We coordinate with title, FIRPTA counsel, banking, and wire-transfer compliance from contract through closing.
The expert to call about Sunny Isles Beach.
For 18 years Brenda Friend has been one of the most trusted luxury real estate brokers in Sunny Isles Beach. From oceanfront branded residences to gated waterfront estates, she works directly with every client — no team handoffs, no junior agents.
Talk to Brenda about Sunny Isles Beach.
Schedule a free 30-minute video appointment, request a confidential valuation, or call directly. Every inquiry is handled by Brenda — never a team.