Bal Harbour condos have always been known to be some of the finest in all of Miami and the beaches. But what’s so special about these premium addresses that makes them so coveted? We’ve listed the Top 5 Most Luxurious Condo Buildings in Bal Harbour and the outstanding amenities that set them a class apart. Below are the top condos of this oceanfront neighborhood, ranked from least to most expensive.

Why Choose Bal Harbour?

For decades, Bal Harbour has been one of Miami's most coveted oceanside addresses, with the name denoted luxury and exclusivity. Just like the Shops at Bal Harbour are known for showcasing only high-end brands, the neighborhood too is known for housing only the world’s finest residences. Privacy and exclusivity are a given with a Bal Harbour address. Though this ultra-luxury neighborhood has its own tranquil beachfront, it also benefits from being just a 20-minute drive away from South Beach’s spoils and the mainland’s culture and shopping destinations. It’s also a very safe neighborhood that has a great downtown feel and many of the finest restaurants and shops all within walking distance.

The Best of the Best Condos in Bal Harbour

5. Bal Harbour Tower – 9999 Collins Avenue, Bal Harbour

Average List Price: $1,295 per square foot

Built in 1990, this classically elegant oceanfront building is home to 116 bright and airy luxury residences at the 25-story Bal Harbour Tower. Privy to 300 feet of pristine beachfront, perched on 4.4 acres of lush grounds, this oceanfront tower has been built to offer exceptional standards of luxury living. 

Amenities here include a fully-attended Olympic-sized pool and BHT beach club, a poolside grille and cafe, a lighted tennis court, an ocean-view party room, a state-of-the-art fitness center and spa, library, and more.

4. Palace at Bal Harbour – 10101 Collins Avenue, Bal Harbour

Average List Price: $1,463 per square foot

With only six residences per floor, The Palace at Bal Harbour is a Bal Harbour landmark, easily recognizable by its sleek, ocean-blue glass walls and sweeping, oversized balconies. This luxurious tower, designed by Clement DiFillippo, ensures utmost peace and privacy. Built in 1994, and sitting on Bal Harbour’s fine shoreline, the Palace at Bal Harbour rises 21 stories to house 105 luxury condos, all with incredible ocean views and very large floorplans. Most units also have private elevator foyers and service quarters and entrances. 

Amenities here include a full-service spa, oceanfront fine dining restaurant, heated pool with cabanas, direct beach access from pool area, tennis court, playground, play room and more.

3. One Bal Harbour – 10295 Collins Avenue, Bal Harbour

Average List Price: $2,175 per square foot

This oceanfront condo-hotel features two ultra-luxury towers, with the residential side rising 26 stories and the other 17. With unobstructed, sweeping water views from each luxurious residence and access to all of the services and facilities available at the hotel component, One Bal Harbour is a world apart from other luxury addresses.

2. Oceana Bal Harbour – 10201-10203 Collins Avenue, Bal Harbour

Average List Price: $3,136 per square foot

With a keen museum vibe, what sets Oceana Bal Harbour’s 240 luxury condos a class apart, aside from its modern aesthetic and enviable oceanfront location, is that residents get to co-own two exquisite Jeff Koons sculptures. Built in 2017 and designed by Arquitectonica and Italian starchitect Piero Lissoni, the decorated lobby further houses ten museum-quality art pieces from a variety of world-renowned artists. Residences feature expansive, glass-enclosed terraces, 10’ ceilings, several penthouses, and top of the line finishes and appliances. 

The 28-story, oceanfront building also features a host of resort-style amenities such as Versailles-inspired gardens designed by Enzo Enea, an Olympic-style lap pool, a large relaxation pool and leisure pool, world-class spas, private, ownable cabanas, private restaurant and outdoor café, two championship clay tennis courts, library with lounge and much more.

And the Winner of the Best Condo in Bal Harbour in Terms of Luxury Goes To

1. St. Regis Residences – 9701-9705 Collins Avenue, Bal Harbour

Average List Price: $3,180 per square foot

These oceanfront residences bear the signature sophistication and hospitality that St. Regis properties are known for the world-over. Built in 2012, with interiors by Yabu Pushelberg, this ultra-luxury condo-hotel sits on 600 linear feet of pristine oceanfront. 

Chic and exclusive, the pet-friendly St. Regis Bal Harbour features 282 ultra-luxurious residences across 27 floors. Amenities include a private residents’ pool, 24-hour in-room dining from the hotel’s oceanfront restaurant, access to a selection of 2,500 rare wines, treatments at the Remède Spa, and the world-famous St. Regis butler service.

How Safe is Bal Harbour?

Bal Harbour is not only one of the most sought-after addresses in Miami, but is also one of the safest. According to a report on niche.com, this classy neighborhood earned a “B” grade for Safety and a “B+” for its Nightlife, meaning residents can venture out any time of day or night without much worry. Additionally, it also gets an “A-” in Good for Families, “A+” for Health & Fitness, and ranks as the “12th Best Neighborhood to Raise a Family in Miami-Dade.”

Best Restaurants in Bal Harbour

Makoto Sushi

Bal Harbour is home to quite a number of great restaurants and cafés that offer world-class cuisine. Some of the finest names include:

• Makoto is a hot favorite for upscale sushi and Japanese entrees
• Le Zoo is the top pick when it comes to enjoying whimsical French bistro eats on an open-air terrace
• Atlantikos at the St. Regis is best known for its gourmet selection of traditional Greek eats
• Carpaccio at the Bal Harbour Shops is where you will find locals flocking for their Italian fine-dining fix
• Artisan Beach House is a lounge popular for its outdoor seating and brunches
  
  

Shopping in Bal Harbour

Shops at Bal Harbour

The whole world comes to Bal Harbour for some serious shopping at the Bal Harbour Shops. This luxurious outdoor mall has long been known as the most luxurious mall in the United States, and is home to the finest of the finest names in global fashion, jewelry, accessories, personal care, books, and gift items. This high-end shopping mall is also home to some of the best restaurants in town. Residents rarely need to look anywhere else for their couture and brand indulgences. Those looking for a Publix Super Market or Starbucks just need to cross south of 96th St. and head into neighboring Surfside.

The Best Located Condo in Bal Harbour

We vote the beachfront St. Regis Residences to be the best-located condos in this upscale neighborhood. Why? For one, they sit right across the fab Bal Harbour Shops (the lifeline of this trendy district). Secondly, they are also just half a mile from Kane Concourse that gets you to downtown Bal Harbour and transports you to the mainland as well.

We’re also tempted to name a runner-up here - One Bal Harbour. This condo-hotel comes attached to the waterfront Ritz-Carlton and boasts of some of the finest views in the neighborhood. Overlooking Haulover Cut, most units get unbeatable access to breathtaking views of the inlet along with all the boats passing by and the lush beach park across.

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