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5 Bayfront, Oceanview, and Caribbean Retreats from Miami to St. John

By Awais Manzoor

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Across Miami, Hollywood, and Saint John, this quintet of homes is united by a water-view sensibility that shapes daily life, from bayfront sunrises and sunsets to river activity, ocean-and-intracoastal panoramas, and harbor vistas. Several listings lean into turnkey ease through fully furnished, move-in ready living and smart home touches, while others elevate the experience with resort-style and concierge-led amenities. Together, they also nod to flexibility, pairing lifestyle appeal with compelling rental narratives and, in one case, short-term rental eligibility.

601 NE 27th St Unit 1501 | $750,000

601 NE 27th St Unit 1501, Miami, FL 33137
601 NE 27th St Unit 1501, Miami, FL 33137
audreyross
LISTING AGENT:
Audrey Ross

Along the water’s edge in Edgewater, The Crimson is a LEED Gold–certified bayfront residence designed for modern, eco-minded living. Natural light fills the interiors, complemented by materials selected for a healthier lifestyle. Two expansive balconies extend the living space outdoors, framing sunrise water views by morning and sunset cityscapes as the day winds down. Inside, a fully upgraded open kitchen is outfitted with stainless steel Bosch appliances—an easy backdrop for weeknight cooking or relaxed entertaining. The building’s amenities keep the rhythm of daily life effortless, from a waterfront fitness center and pool to a jacuzzi, waterfront Cyber Cafe, and private movie theater. With Wynwood, the Design District, Miami Beach, and Brickell just minutes away, the city’s culture feels close at hand.

Price:
$750,000
Size:
1,170 sq ft
Contact:
Audrey Ross, Compass, 305.206.4003

690 SW 1st Court Phi10 | $750,000

690 SW 1st Ct #Phi10, Miami, FL 33130
690 SW 1st Ct #Phi10, Miami, FL 33130
valerialinares
LISTING AGENT:
Valeria Linares

Along the Miami River on a private street in Brickell, this rare enclosed loft penthouse is the only one of its kind in the building—offered fully furnished, vacant, and move-in ready. A renovated two-story plan pairs floor-to-ceiling windows with hurricane-impact sliders that open to an oversized ~450-square-foot balcony, framing city views and the river’s constant motion. Inside, smart-home features include keyless entry and motorized blinds, with blackout shading in the primary. The kitchen is finished with quartz countertops, a marble backsplash, and a garbage disposal, while a stairway conceals ~58 square feet of extra storage. The primary suite includes three closets plus a den, and the spa-grade shower features both rainfall and handheld fixtures. A second room with a Murphy bed, in-unit washer/dryer, two parking options (garage and valet), and EV charging round out an effortless waterfront routine.

Price:
$750,000
Size:
1,255 sq ft
Contact:
Valeria Linares, Elite Ocean View Realty, 305.301.0551

4010 S Ocean Drive R2604 | $749,000

4010 S Ocean Drive #R2604, Hollywood, FL 33019
4010 S Ocean Drive #R2604, Hollywood, FL 33019
teopalmieri
LISTING AGENT:
Teo Palmieri

Steps from the shoreline at 4010 S Ocean Drive in Hollywood, this high-floor corner unit pairs a 3-bedroom, 2-bath layout with sweeping ocean and Intracoastal views. Floor-to-ceiling windows pull in abundant natural light, letting the panorama shape an easy, resort-style rhythm from morning to night. The building’s amenity roster reads like a private getaway: an infinity pool, fitness center, concierge services, beach club access, spa, restaurants, plus tennis and racquetball. Short-term rentals are allowed, adding flexibility for those who want a personal retreat that can also function as a rental. With every room framed by glass and water beyond, daily life here leans naturally toward leisure.

Size:
1,129 sq ft
Contact:
Teo Palmieri, Elite Ocean View Realty, 786.380.0581

Island Cottage Coastal Charm | $749,000

1-37A Carolina St, Saint John, VI 00830
1-37A Carolina St, Saint John, VI 00830
tammydonnelly
LISTING AGENT:
Tammy Donnelly

Along the water’s edge near Coral Bay, Wind Diva is a Caribbean cottage with views over Coral Harbor and Hurricane Hole. A wraparound deck with a covered porch sets the tone for easy indoor-outdoor living, whether you’re lingering with morning coffee or catching the evening light. Upstairs, an open floor plan connects the kitchen, dining, and living areas, alongside a primary bedroom and bath plus a dedicated laundry room. Stone walls and pathways create a textured approach to the entrance and continue down to the lower level, where a room with a queen bed platform and desk offers flexible space that could be finished into another bedroom. Off the paved driveway, a small deck accompanies a separate one-bedroom, one-bath setup, with ample flat parking completing the arrival experience.

Price:
$749,000
Size:
950 sq ft
Contact:
Tammy Donnelly, Real Estate Company, 340.643.6068

Balance Of Work And Life | $733,000

Wynwood Residences, Miami, FL
Wynwood Residences, Miami, FL
ritajaphet
LISTING AGENT:
Rita Japhet

In Wynwood, Frida Kahlo Wynwood Residences are conceived for people who want their workday to feel as considered as their downtime. Owners have access to fully furnished, dedicated office suites—refined workspaces designed to accommodate both meetings and moments of quiet reflection. The experience is further shaped by hospitality-level service, bringing a sense of autonomy and peace of mind to the daily rhythm. Rather than treating productivity as an add-on, these office suites are positioned as an essential extension of how you live, offering an intuitive, effortless way to move between focus and ease. It’s a setting where privacy and support coexist, and where the simple act of showing up—whether to collaborate or think—can feel calm, organized, and distinctly personal.

Size: –

Price:
$733,000
Contact:
Rita Japhet, eXp Realty, 305-450-6662