ISLAND HOUSE RENTAL GUIDE
Is Island House Right for You?
Island House sits at 200 Ocean Lane Drive on the Atlantic in the Village of Key Biscayne, operated as a stock cooperative known as The Island House Apartments, Inc. Renters look here for a sand-front address with a beach gate at the building, a one- through three-bedroom range, and onsite pool, gym, and attended desk — with cooperative board approval required.
Not every home has an ocean room, and interior condition varies widely in a 1961 building. If you want a conventional condominium lease, compare Commodore Club East or South before you apply.
Good Fit If
- You want a sand-front Key Biscayne address with a beach gate at the building.
- You need a one- through three-bedroom range in a tall Ocean Lane building.
- You will complete cooperative board approval, not only a condominium application.
Compare Other Options If
- You want a conventional condominium lease at Commodore Club East or South.
- You prefer a smaller mid-rise a short walk from the sand.
Why Rent at Island House?
Renters choose Island House when a cooperative on the Atlantic with a beach gate matters more than a condominium in the Commodore complex.
Atlantic Building With a Beach Gate
The building sits on the sand side of Ocean Lane Drive. Beach entry is on the property, though a home's ocean, garden, or village outlook still depends on line and floor.
One- to Three-Bedroom Mix
One- and two-bedroom lines are common, with larger three-bedroom homes and occasional combined layouts. Confirm enclosed bedrooms in the leased apartment.
Desk, Pool, and Gym On Site
A front desk, pool, fitness room, barbecue area, and assigned parking cover daily use, subject to current tenant rules and the spaces that come with the unit.
North Village Beach Row
Commodore Club is next door, Crandon Park is north, and Crandon Boulevard shops are a short walk west.
Things to Consider Before Renting at Island House
This is a stock cooperative, not a typical condominium, and interior condition varies in a 1961 building.
Co-op Board Approval
The landlord is a shareholder, not a condominium unit owner in the usual sense. Screening, lease length, occupancy, and pets follow the cooperative's current rules, which must be confirmed in writing.
Do Not Assume Every Home Has an Ocean Room
The building is on the Atlantic, but garden or side exposures exist. Inspect the legal apartment rather than relying on a building-wide view claim.
Age and Combined Layouts
Windows, cooling, and finishes differ widely. Specialty combined homes are not the standard one- or two-bedroom stock.
Renting at Island House: What to Know
Renting at Island House requires cooperative approval through The Island House Apartments, Inc. at 200 Ocean Lane Drive.
- Cooperative package: Request the current tenant package and confirm the shareholder may lease.
- Board review: Review term, screening, insurance, fees, deposits, occupants, guests, pets, assigned parking, storage, and move reservations with the management office.
- Amenities: Ask which pool, gym, beach-gate, and desk credentials a tenant may use.
- Move-in: Photograph furnishings and keys at possession. Do not treat an older listing remark as the present written rules.
Association requirements can change. Verify the current application package before signing or applying.
Compare Island House With Similar Key Biscayne Buildings
If you are considering Island House, compare the nearest Commodore condominiums and the closest mid-rise that is not on the sand-front row.
Commodore Club East
East is the Commodore tower closest to the Atlantic, with a condominium lease instead of co-op approval. Plans overlap in the one- through three-bedroom range; compare the exact home and parking.
Commodore Club South
South is the southern Commodore tower with shared tennis, a separate association, and similar plan sizes. Choose it for a conventional condo process, or stay at Island House for a sand-front co-op.
Island Breakers
Island Breakers is a mid-rise condominium whose standard stock is two-bedroom homes a short walk from the beach. Compare building type, bedroom range, and whether you need a beach gate at the door.
MLS List of Available Condos for Lease at the Island House
Island House Unit #108
US$500 (4.2% price drop)
About the Island House
Island House is a luxury building in the Key Biscayne area with Oceanfront location. There are currently 2 condos for lease with 1-2 bedrooms. Rental prices starts at US$8,000. Rentals are in high demand on this building so contact us to schedule a showing. We are specialized in long term rentals.