BENTLEY BAY NORTH RENTAL GUIDE
Is Bentley Bay North Right for You?
Bentley Bay North sits at 540 West Avenue on the bay side of southern South Beach, near the MacArthur Causeway. Renters look here for bayfront condo living, not beach access from the building. The Atlantic is a walk or short ride east, and West Avenue shops and restaurants are close enough that many people keep a car optional for local trips.
This is a different building from Bentley Bay South at 520 West Avenue. Finishes, furniture, parking, and the water outlook still depend on the condo you lease.
Good Fit If
- You want bayfront living on southern West Avenue near the causeway.
- You like walking for many local trips, with the beach a short trip east.
- You prefer a full-service condo tower over a hotel-area Collins Avenue address.
Compare Other Options If
- You want Bentley Bay South at 520 West Avenue instead.
- You need true oceanfront, such as Decoplage or Roney Palace.
- You want a larger West Avenue high-rise farther north, such as Waverly.
Why Rent at Bentley Bay North?
Renters choose Bentley Bay North when they want a mid-2000s bayfront address at 540 West Avenue with attended building services and a clear split from the sister tower next door.
Bayfront, Not Oceanfront
The building faces Biscayne Bay on the west side of South Beach. That is a different daily feel from Collins Avenue, where you walk onto the beach from the property.
Its Own Tower, Its Own File
North and South share the Bentley Bay name, but you apply for 540 West Avenue. Parking remotes, move windows, and association approval follow this address.
Pool, Fitness, and Front Desk
Bentley Bay is marketed with a bay-oriented pool deck, fitness facilities, and attended services. Confirm which credentials your lease actually includes.
Southern West Avenue Convenience
West Avenue dining is close. Beach days are usually a walk or short hop east. Sunset Harbour is farther north than it is from Waverly or Flamingo, so plan that trip honestly.
Things to Consider Before Renting at Bentley Bay North
Every building has trade-offs. Here are a few things to consider before deciding if Bentley Bay North fits your rental priorities.
North Is Not South
520 and 540 West Avenue are easy to mix up online. Write the correct street number on every form so the wrong tower does not review your file.
Lease Term Differs by Tower Reputation
Broker materials often describe a shorter minimum here than at Bentley Bay South. Treat that as something to confirm in writing for the condo you want.
Pets Are Not Assumed for Tenants
Association remarks commonly limit pets for renters even when owners have rules. Verify the current pet policy before you plan around an animal.
Condition Changes Condo by Condo
Views, renovations, and furniture vary widely. Inspect the exact residence rather than judging the whole tower from marketing photos.
Renting at Bentley Bay North: What to Know
Renting at Bentley Bay North means a landlord lease plus association approval for 540 West Avenue. Keep the street number on every form so South’s file does not get your paperwork.
- Association approval: Request the current tenant package for Bentley Bay North at 540 West Avenue, including fees, insurance, screening, and the minimum lease term that applies to that condo.
- Lease term: Broker materials often describe a four-month minimum for this tower. Confirm the rule that applies to your residence, because building policies can change.
- Move-in: Reserve elevators or move windows, and confirm deposits, keys, remotes, and parking instructions before the truck arrives.
- Pets and parking: Verify pet approval and the parking arrangement in writing for that condo. Tenant pet rules are often stricter than owner rules here.
Association requirements can change. Verify the current application package before signing or applying.
Compare Bentley Bay North With Similar South Beach (SoBe) Buildings
If you are considering Bentley Bay North, these nearby options help you test the sister tower, another West Avenue bayfront building, and true oceanfront living.
Bentley Bay South
Bentley Bay South is the tower at 520 West Avenue. Compare it when the available condo, floor, or described lease minimum fits better there than at 540. The buildings look related, but the associations do not share applications.
Floridian
Floridian sits farther north at 650 West Avenue with a larger association and tennis among the marketed amenities. Use it when you want mid-West Avenue bayfront rather than the causeway edge.
Decoplage
Decoplage is oceanfront at the east end of Lincoln Road. Compare it when beach access from the building matters more than a West Avenue bay address near the causeway.
MLS List of Available Condos for Lease at the Bentley Bay North
Bentley Bay North Unit #2011
Bentley Bay North Unit #411
5.9% price increase
Bentley Bay North Unit #2311
Bentley Bay North Unit #2114
About the Bentley Bay North
Bentley Bay North is a luxury building in the South Beach (SoBe) area with Bayfront location. There are currently 5 condos for lease with 1,2,3, Penthouses bedrooms. Rental prices starts at US$5,500. Rentals are in high demand on this building so contact us to schedule a showing. We are specialized in long term rentals.