Best Luxury Buildings in Miami with Private Yacht Docks
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For luxury homeowners in Miami, a private marina can be just as valuable as ocean views or five-star amenities. While many waterfront condominiums overlook Biscayne Bay or the Intracoastal Waterway, only a select group of completed residential buildings offer residents direct access to private dockage for yachts and other vessels.
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Below are some of Miami's most notable completed luxury residential buildings designed for owners who want to keep their yacht close to home.
Aston Martin Residences
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The Aston Martin Residences sits where the Miami River meets Biscayne Bay, providing quick access to open water. One of its defining features is a private superyacht marina integrated into the property.
Specifications
Private dock: Approximately 900 linear feet of dockage
Maximum yacht size: Vessels up to approximately 120 feet (depending on berth configuration)
Water depth: Up to approximately 15-foot draft
Current residence pricing: Approximately $2 million to over $30 million, depending on residence and market availability.
The building is among the few luxury towers in Downtown Miami capable of accommodating large yachts directly on site.
Marina Palms Yacht Club & Residences
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Completed in 2016, Marina Palms was developed specifically around a boating lifestyle and remains one of South Florida's best-known residential yacht communities.
Specifications
Private marina: 112 full-service slips
Maximum yacht size: Up to 90 feet
Deep-water access: Yes
Distance to Haulover Inlet: Approximately 20 minutes
Services: Dockmaster, fueling, concierge services
Current residence pricing: Approximately $700,000 to over $5 million, depending on unit and availability.
Unlike many condominium marinas, Marina Palms was designed as a dedicated yacht club with extensive boating services.
Monaco Yacht Club & Residences
Photos Credit: Monaco Yacht Club & Residences Official Website
This waterfront condominium features a small private marina serving its limited number of residences.
Specifications
Private marina: 12 boat slips
Maximum yacht size: Not publicly specified
Residences: 39
Current residence pricing: Generally from approximately $2 million, subject to market availability.
While the marina is considerably smaller than those found at larger developments, it offers direct waterfront access for residents in one of Miami Beach's most exclusive boutique buildings.
Ritz-Carlton Residences, Miami Beach
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Designed by Piero Lissoni, the property includes a private marina connected to Surprise Lake.
Specifications
Private marina: Yes
Maximum yacht size: Approximately 40 feet
Limitation: Bridge clearance on Surprise Lake restricts larger vessels.
Current residence pricing: Typically $2 million to over $10 million, depending on the residence.
Although yacht size is limited, the marina remains a sought-after amenity for owners with smaller boats.
Una Residences
Photos Credit: Una Residences Official Website
Address: 175 SE 25th Rd, Miami, FL 33129
Completed in 2026, Una Residences introduced a private marina to South Brickell, a feature rarely found in the neighborhood.
Specifications
Private marina: Yes
Maximum yacht size: Not publicly disclosed
Residences: 135
Current pricing: Approximately $2.1 million to nearly $13 million, depending on availability.
The building combines direct Biscayne Bay frontage with a limited number of residences and private dockage.
What to Know Before Buying
Private marinas are among the rarest amenities in Miami's luxury condominium market. Buyers should verify several details before purchasing:
Whether boat slips are deeded, leased, or assigned by the condominium association.
Slip dimensions and weight restrictions.
Water depth and draft limitations.
Availability of fueling and dockmaster services.
HOA fees or separate marina maintenance costs.
Waiting lists for slip assignments, if applicable.
For owners of larger yachts, Marina Palms and Aston Martin Residences currently offer some of the most substantial private docking facilities attached to completed residential buildings in the Miami area. Buildings such as Monaco Yacht Club & Residences and Ritz-Carlton Residences Miami Beach cater more to boutique boating lifestyles with a smaller number of slips.
Pricing
Availability, ownership, and lease terms for boat slips vary by property. In most buildings, dock space is limited and may be purchased separately, leased, or reserved through the condominium association. Maximum yacht sizes also depend on individual slip dimensions and marina availability. As a general Miami benchmark, long-term marina dockage can start around $27.50 per linear foot per month, putting a 40-foot boat at approximately $1,100 per month and a 60-foot yacht at about $1,650 per month before utilities, taxes and additional marina services. At higher-end private marinas, rates can be substantially more.
For larger yachts, the monthly cost can quickly reach several thousand dollars. A 90-foot yacht at $50 per foot, for example, would cost approximately $4,500 per month, while a 120-foot superyacht at the same rate would approach $6,000 per month. These figures are estimates based on Miami-area marina rates, not published rates for the individual residential properties above, where private dockage can command a premium and may involve separate ownership or association fees. Buyers should confirm current slip pricing, availability, utilities, insurance requirements and any additional marina charges before purchasing.