Miami's love affair with tennis dates way back to the 1980s when the Miami Open first started being hosted at Crandon Park in Key Biscayne. Celebrated as the largest tennis tournament outside the four Grand Slams, the Open series has given fans the chance to watch the court legends of Andre Agassi, Chris Evert, Steffi Graff, Pete Sampras, Roger Federer, Monica Seles, Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal, Andy Murray, Venus Williams, Serena Williams, Vika Azarenka, and many more over the decades to the Magic City.

Charmed by our gorgeous beaches, great art, international culture, world-class entertainment options, fabulous food and restaurants, and fantastic year-round weather (especially good for tennis practice in the winters), some of these tennis pros decided to stick around and call Miami home. Our current list of tennis star residents includes Novak Djokovic (Eighty Seven Park), Caroline Wozniacki (Palazzo del Sol), Anna Kournikova (Bay Point Estate), Mary Joe Fernández (Pinecrest) and counting.

With so many tennis champions and stars visiting and owning homes over the years, it's no wonder Miami has a strong demand for tennis. And, these classic Miami condo buildings were some of the first to make Miami residents and tennis players have some of the finest facilities and residences to come home to. While most of these condos were built before 2000, they are some of the most well established condo buildings Miami has.

Here's visiting the Top 7 Classic Miami Condos that offer great value for Tennis Players of every caliber:

Brickell

Brickell Bay Club

Year Built: 1974

2333 Brickell Avenue, Brickell

Photo courtesy of The Miami Observer

Tennis enthusiasts will enjoy coming home to five tennis courts plus racquetball courts, giving them ample space to work on their game. The 31-story building sits along South Brickell Avenue's luxurious, oak-lined waterfront and is just 10 minutes from the Shops at Mary Brickell Village and the iconic Brickell City Center, as well as 5 minutes from the Rickenbacker Causeway to Key Biscayne. 

Designed to let every condo resident enjoy a partial bay view, if not direct, other amenities at the Brickell Bay Club include a waterfront swimming pool, gym, game room, party room, meeting room, and children's recreation area.

Brickell Place I, II, III and IV

Years Built: I & II – 1975 / III & IV - 1980

1865, 1901, 1915, 1925 Brickell Avenue, Brickell

This Bayfront condo community features four lovely high-rises - 17 to 25 stories each - with unobstructed water views available from most residences. A total of 6 lighted tennis courts make up the heart of the complex that extends into the on-site marina.

Located on the oldest part of Brickell Avenue, tennis enthusiasts are just 10 minutes from the Shops at Mary Brickell Village and the mega Brickell City Centre and 10 minutes from Coconut Grove and Key Biscayne. With most condos renovated to appeal to modern sensibilities, residents further enjoy access to two swimming pools, basketball and handball courts, a children's playground, BBQ area, clubhouse with billiards, and more.

Courts at Brickell Key

Year Built: 2002

801 Brickell Key Boulevard, Brickell Key

Tennis lovers get to enjoy the best of both worlds at the Courts – gated island living in the heart of the city and intense games by the bay waters. Boasting of two waterfront tennis courts, fitness enthusiasts further benefit from the presence of a squash and racquetball court.

This 34-story condo building stands overlooking Biscayne Bay, Miami River, and Miami's city lights for a variety of dazzling views. In addition to residents getting access to the heart of the financial district in a matter of minutes, they also enjoy access to a swimming pool, a playroom for kids, state of the art gym, business center, and indoor-outdoor party room. Not to mention, Brickell Key has its own jogging path around the island and top-notch restaurants.

Key Biscayne

The Ocean Club Key Biscayne

Year Built: 2002

783, 785,787 789 Crandon Blvd, Key Biscayne

This 52-acre resort community is part of the exclusive island of Key Biscayne, which is famous among the tennis elite of the world. The luxury condo's on-site Tennis Club houses 8 clay courts, perfectly manicured and lit for night play. The club also features clinics and private lessons fit for adults as well as children, so you can fine tune your game right at home. They are further serviced by a pro shop, club room and bar, and locker rooms – all managed by professional tennis staff.

The Ocean Club Key Biscayne is a collection of 11 high-rise and mid-rise buildings, all built for comfort and high-end living. Other amenities part of this luxurious oceanfront complex include a 25,000 sq. beach club, spa and fitness center, plus beach bar and grill.

Grand Bay Residences, Tower and Ritz Carlton

Years Built: Residences - 1996, Tower - 1999, Ritz Carlton - 2001

445, 430, 455 Grand Bay Drive, Key Biscayne

This gated, resort-style community sits in the middle of 12 acres of tropical foliage, fronting the grand Atlantic Ocean. Tennis players get access to 10 Har-Tru tennis courts and 3 Padel Courts, all part of a Cliff Drysdale-designed racquet facility. The world-class tennis facility also features private and semi-private lessons, group clinics, summer camps, and a pro shop – leaving nothing to be desired.

Each of the Grand Bay towers features their own swimming pool and fitness centers, in addition to other amenities such as a 20,000 sq. ft. four-star luxury spa, beachfront playground for kids, and direct beach access.

Key Colony – Tidemark, Ocean Sound, Emerald Bay, and Botanica

Years Built: 1978-1981

201, 251, 151, 181 Crandon Blvd, Key Biscayne

This gated community of four luxury condos sits amidst 50 scenic acres on the exclusive island of Key Biscayne. With direct access to the ocean waters, tennis players will find plenty of inspiration to indulge in a match or two at one of the 12 on-site tennis courts.

Designed to be a true island paradise, tennis enthusiasts and players will come home to an award-winning property, recognized for its unique landscape and pyramid-style architecture. As each building boasts of its own swimming pool, complex residents further get to enjoy access to a small retail center, a fitness center, game room, private beach, and much more.

Coconut Grove

One, Two and Three Grove Isle

1, 2, 3 Grove Isle Dr, Coconut Grove

This exclusive gated island off Coconut Grove features a truly world-class tennis club. The Cliff Drysdale Tennis Center part of the Grove Isle Club houses 11 Har-Tru clay courts and 1 US Open Championship hard court. Residents enjoy a pro shop and have the option to work on their game with the club's private lessons as part of their Full Tennis Program.

Set on the 20-acre private island, these three high-rises offer a non-intrusive gated lifestyle just minutes from the city. Other facilities at the island include a yacht club, marina, bayfront gourmet restaurant, waterfront resort pool, full-service Tiki Bar, seasonal children's activities, club bar lounge, and a jogging path encircling the island. Plus, the addition of the soon-to-be-built Markers Grove Isle will provide even more luxurious condo options. 

Read all about the more recently built condos with impressive tennis courts here.

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