Key Biscayne is a coveted neighborhood offering the best of South Florida living in an intimate, family-focused island setting. With uncluttered and semi-private beaches, acres of lush national park space, greenery, tennis facilities, golf courses, and family-friendly safety, this island is a harmonious suburban community with quick access to Miami’s best.

Residents rate this tropical paradise as one of the finest to build a life and raise a family. It is so desirable that even stars like Lionel Messi, Cher, Andy García, Latin pop star Juanes, and tennis superstar Mary Joe Fernandez have decided to call Key Biscayne home at some point.

So, if you’re curious to know what the very best of island living in Miami is like, we’ve got you covered. Here’s our expertly curated list of the top five best condos in Key Biscayne and why each deserves their position.

Prices per square foot reflect prices at the time of posting.

— Why Choose Key Biscayne?

Key Biscayne is considered an affluent community, with an average household income of more than $173,000, and many guard-gated condo buildings. Its residents benefit from utmost privacy, a strong sense of community, having a fabulous golf course on the island and a world-class tennis facility—formerly home of the Miami Open Tournament— Miami’s best crowd-free beaches, and the spoils of nature at the Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park, all accessible by golf cart! 

It also offers the very best of island living along with a very scenic 15-minute drive to the mainland, dropping you at the center point between Coconut Grove and Brickell, with very easy access to I-95. Mesmerizing ocean views and a drive through nature’s lap at Crandon Park make commuting from home a special affair.

The island is also home to some of Miami’s top-rated public schools, with plenty of restaurants and conveniences, making a trip to the mainland less of a necessity. 

So here’s our curated list of the best condos in Key Biscayne. If you want to get a closer look at what living here is like, watch our exclusive video where you’ll learn all about Key Biscayne.

— The Best Condos in Key Biscayne

5. Ocean Club - Ocean Tower One

Address: 799 Crandon Boulevard, Key Biscayne, FL 33149

Average List Price: $1,357 per square foot

Year Built: 2002

Stories: 16

Architect: Sieger Suarez

Developer: Ocean Club Development Company

With panoramic water and/or nature views available from each unit, this 16-story building is home to only 93 luxurious residences. 

Built in 2002, this 52-acre community is one of the best condos in Key Biscayne on the beach, offering 1,000 feet of picturesque frontage and access to several high-end amenities including a private 20,000-square-foot beach club, a tennis club with six clay courts, two padel courts, a beachside bar and grill, a gourmet restaurant with outdoor dining, expansive pools, a salon and a boutique, and more. 

Living here truly allows you to live a luxurious island lifestyle full of outdoor activities to share with the entire family.

4. Grand Bay Residences

Address: 445 Grand Bay Drive, Key Biscayne, Florida 33149

Average List Price: $1,365 per square foot

Year Built: 1996

Stories: 13

Architect: Cohen, Friedman, Encinosa

Developer: GB/JT Hotel Partners

Part of the Ritz-Carlton Hotel & Residences Grand Bay complex, The Grand Bay Residences is known for its 137 luxury residences spread across three, 13-story towers collectively known as the Grand Bay Residences. 

Thanks to its exceptional water and lush nature views, this 12-acre complex is where you’ll want to check out the latest Key Biscayne oceanfront condos for sale. As a resident, you’ll get top-of-the-line amenities, including the Cliff Drysdale Tennis Center, a 20,000 sq. ft. spa, a luxury gym, two oversized pools facing the ocean with two restaurants, and a sophisticated social room.

3. Grand Bay Tower

Address: 430 Grand Bay Dr.

Average List Price: $1,388 per square foot

Year Built: 1999

Stories: 12

Architect: Cohen, Friedman, Encinosa

Developer: N/A

Also part of the Ritz-Carlton complex, this classic building is where you’re sure to find luxury real estate in Key Biscayne. Home to 100 plush residences spread across 12 expansive floors, this building has an elegantly appointed lobby that invites residents and visitors into its charming quarters. Each condo unit comes designed to offer both water and nature views from multiple directions.

Each residence also features soaring ceilings, oversized terraces, fully equipped kitchens, spacious walk-in closets, and marble-floored baths. Plus you get access to all of the amenities of one the most luxurious hotel brands in the world, including the tennis center. And pets are allowed.

2. Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne

Address: 455 Grand Bay Drive, Key Biscayne Florida, 33149

Average List Price: $1,662

Year Built: 2001

Stories: 12

Architect: Cohen, Friedman, Encinosa

Developer: GB/JT Hotel Partners

All three towers in this 12-acre complex are some of the most luxurious on the island. However, the Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne stands out for housing an expansive shopping center, including a 20,000-square-foot spa, fine retail shops, and dining options, plus the highly regarded Cliff Drysdale Tennis Center with 11 courts, where both professional athletes and recreational players regularly train.

Residents of this 12-story, 188-unit condo-hotel further get access to a private beach with two restaurants, a beachfront kids’ playground, two oversized pools facing the ocean, and many other signature services from the hotel known for its sumptuous luxury. In addition, owning a unit in a condo hotel has its benefits.

Plus, the Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne is pet-friendly.

If you would like to learn about other Ritz-Carlton Residences in South Florida, check our in-depth guide where we list all properties.

— And the Best Condo in Key Biscayne Goes to…

1. Oceana

Address: 350-360 Ocean Drive, Key Biscayne, Florida 33149

Average List Price: $2,425

Year Built: 2015

Stories: 14 

Architect: Arquitectonica

Developer: Consultatio

This coveted condo building is one of the newer additions to Key Biscayne. Built in 2015, overlooking the ocean, this modern structure houses 142 ultra-luxury condo units in its 14, LEED-certified stories as well as private villas. 

Residents of this oceanfront mid-rise enjoy high-end amenities such as gated living, private access to 500 feet of oceanfront with beach service, a tennis court, putting greens, relaxation and lap pools, a poolside restaurant, a media room, a children’s center, a party room, sprawling lawns, villas, underground parking and more.

— The Best-Located Condo in Key Biscayne

The newest condo on the island, Oceana Key Biscayne, wins the best-located condo tag. There are a couple of good reasons why the most desired Key Biscayne luxury condos for sale belong to the Oceana condominium.

First, it sits directly on the beach, as most condos in Key Biscayne do, allowing residents to enjoy endless ocean views and a pristine waterfront. Second, it’s a short walk/golf cart ride from the village’s parks and top dining spots along Crandon Boulevard. Third, it’s close to the island’s northern end, which allows residents to exit the island quicker to get to work/entertainment in Brickell, Coconut Grove, or Downtown.

— How Safe Is Key Biscayne?

Key Biscayne is one of the safest areas to live in Miami. It is its own village, where children freely ride bikes after school and play soccer in the parks, Areavibes.com gives this island community an ‘A+’ in terms of safety. 

It also ranks #4 on the ‘Best Suburbs to Raise a Family in Miami-Dade County’ and #6 on the ‘Best Places to Live in Miami-Dade County’ according to niche.com. Key Biscayne is also a very popular place to retire, ranking #182 in the ‘Best Places to Retire in America’.

— Best Restaurants in Key Biscayne

Besides being a tropical paradise, Key Biscayne can also be counted as a foodie’s paradise with its variety of casual to fine-dining spots. Some of the best ones include:

• The Rusty Pelican, which also made our list of the most wonderful restaurants in Miami to dock and dine.
• Flour & Weirdoughs is where you’ll want to get your daily loaf and other baked goods. 
• Costa Med Bistró + Wine is a traditional favorite, run by a Key Biscayne local with a great selection of wines and fine food. 
• The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne Resort selection of restaurants, which include favorites Lightkeepers and Cantina Beach.
• El Gran Inka does authentic Peruvian right and is known for its lip-smacking Lomo Saltado.
• KeBo Restaurant is popular for its fresh take on Spanish and Mediterranean delights.
• Vinya Wine & Market has a wide selection of wines and bristró-style food mixing Latin roots with European travels.
• Sir Pizza is the top spot for pizza on the island!
• Donut Gallery Diner is the best spot for a high-energy breakfast or brunch, but oddly no doughnuts.
• La Boulangerie Boul’Mich is a French bakery and cafe known for its delicious brunch, coffee, and Croque Madame with a Latin twist.
• Ayesha Saffron is the go-to spot for Indian, especially its chicken tikka masala.
• Novecento is a meat lover’s paradise (with four Miami locations) serving Argentinean classics in a casual, European-style bistro setting.

— Shopping in Key Biscayne

All of the shopping in Key Biscayne is centered around its main road Crandon Boulevard. The Square Shopping Center is the main mall, with its collection of boutiques, banks, markets, and restaurants.

Moving further along the boulevard, a short golf cart ride delivers residents to additional eateries and conveniences available at the Arcade Mall, Key Biscayne Shopping Center, Harbor Plaza Shopping Center, Galleria Mall, and L’Esplanade Mall, including a Winn Dixie, a CVS, a Starbucks, and a local Post Office. Also, not to miss at the beginning of the island is the gourmet Golden Hog market. 

For more mainstream options and popular retail, a quick 20-minute car ride will take residents to CocoWalk in Coconut Grove, or the fabulous Brickell City Centre at Brickell.

There you have it: the best condos in Key Biscayne! If you like any of the projects listed here feel free to contact us directly and one of our Key Biscayne real estate agents will be happy to give you more information.

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