MURANO AT PORTOFINO RENTAL GUIDE
Is Murano at Portofino Right for You?
Murano at Portofino sits at 1000 South Pointe Drive — the westernmost tower on South Pointe Drive, on Biscayne Bay and the Miami Beach Marina. Renters look here for bay-side one- through three-bedroom homes in a 37-story Related Group tower, with the beach a walk east rather than at the lobby.
This is not Murano Grande at 400 Alton Road. Marketing-era beach-club language does not put private sand on this building — confirm any club access for the specific unit.
Good Fit If
- You want 1000 South Pointe Drive, not Murano Grande on Alton.
- You need a bay-side one-bedroom or a much larger three-bedroom on the marina.
- You will walk east for the beach rather than expecting sand at the building.
Compare Other Options If
- You want Apogee’s four-per-floor three- and four-bedroom scale across the street.
- You prefer Murano Grande’s larger two- through four-bedroom plans on Alton Road.
- You need a compact one-bedroom on Alton at Yacht Club at Portofino.
Why Rent at Murano at Portofino?
Renters choose Murano at Portofino when marina frontage and a wide one- through three-bedroom range matter on the western end of South Pointe Drive.
Bay and Marina Frontage
The building meets Biscayne Bay and the Miami Beach Marina. Judge dock activity from the terrace you would actually use.
One Bedroom Through Three
A home near 1,008 square feet leases in the same tower as a three-bedroom around 3,365 square feet — a wider spread than most neighbors offer.
Its Own Board and Desk
Applications, parking remotes, and move windows belong to this association. A package from Murano Grande or Portofino Tower will not apply here.
Pool, Tennis, and Valet On Site
Bayfront pool, tennis, fitness, and valet serve this building. Tenant beach-club rights, if any, must be confirmed for the unit.
Things to Consider Before Renting at Murano at Portofino
Two South of Fifth buildings carry the Murano name, and only this one faces the bay at 1000 South Pointe Drive.
Two Buildings, One Name
Murano Grande is at 400 Alton Road under a separate board. Use 1000 South Pointe Drive on every form and application.
The Beach Is a Walk
Beach-club privileges are package-specific. Ask which club, if any, a tenant may use — this is not a sand-front building.
Marina Light and Sound
West-facing lines look at docks and evening activity. Visit at dusk if boats, parking decks, or neighboring towers would bother you.
Renting at Murano at Portofino: What to Know
Renting at Murano at Portofino usually means a landlord lease plus association approval for the residence at 1000 South Pointe Drive.
- Association package: File everything as Murano at Portofino — the Murano Grande association at 400 Alton Road is a different board.
- Screening: Confirm the owner may lease the residence, then collect screening forms, fees, deposits, insurance, occupant list, pet addendum, parking map, and storage assignment.
- Beach-club credentials: Have pool, tennis, fitness, and any beach-club access that passes to a tenant confirmed in writing.
- Move-in: Note keys, remotes, and balcony condition at possession, and keep repair duties on the lease.
Association requirements can change. Verify the current application package before signing or applying.
Compare Murano at Portofino With Similar South of 5th (SoFi) Buildings
Murano Grande carries the same name on Alton Road; Apogee and Yacht Club at Portofino change scale on the same water.
Murano Grande
Murano Grande is a separate 2003 association at 400 Alton Road with three connected towers and about 270 homes. Its usual stock starts at two bedrooms.
Apogee
Apogee at 800 South Pointe Drive offers only large three- and four-bedroom homes behind private elevators — a different need than a one-bedroom lease here.
Yacht Club at Portofino
Yacht Club at Portofino occupies 90 Alton Road under its own board. Its one-bedrooms of about 740 to 780 square feet run smaller than anything in this tower.
MLS List of Available Condos for Lease at the Murano at Portofino
Murano at Portofino Unit #2202
About the Murano at Portofino
Murano at Portofino is a luxury building in the South of 5th (SoFi) area with Bayfront location. There are currently 2 condos for lease with 1,2,3 bedrooms. Rental prices starts at US$40,000. Rentals are in high demand on this building so contact us to schedule a showing. We are specialized in long term rentals.