With just 15 residences, Pearl House is the smallest new boutique on this list — and that is entirely the point. Completed in 2020 at 1170 101st St, the seven-story building by developer Verzasca Group and Frankel Benayoun Architects trades scale for privacy: one- to three-bedroom residences with smart-home technology, Miele and Sub-Zero kitchens, and a rooftop pool and sun deck with bay and ocean views. Penthouses get private rooftop terraces with summer kitchens. And here is what surprises most buyers: the rental policy is among the most flexible on the island, which keeps both for-sale and for-rent demand healthy in a building this small.
Pearl House Frequently Asked Questions
❯ How flexible is the rental policy at Pearl House?
Unusually flexible for Bay Harbor Islands: the building allows leasing up to 12 times per year with a 30-day minimum stay. That makes Pearl House one of the island's friendliest buildings for owners who want rental income or a part-time residence they can lease between visits — though rules can change, so confirm the current policy with the association.
❯ What do the penthouses include?
The penthouse residences add private rooftop terraces with summer kitchens to the standard package — effectively a second living room in the sky with bay and ocean sightlines. Inside, expect the same designer fixtures, smart-home systems, and floor-to-ceiling glass as the lower floors, scaled up.
❯ How many residences are there, and what sizes?
Fifteen, across seven stories — mostly two- and three-bedroom layouts, with at least one one-bedroom in the mix. Recent listings show two-bedroom residences around 1,400 to 1,800 square feet, all with oversized balconies, spacious walk-in closets, and two assigned covered parking spaces.
❯ What kitchens and appliances come standard?
State-of-the-art designer kitchens with Miele appliances and Sub-Zero refrigeration, plus a chef's island. Bathrooms get designer fixtures and accessories, and the building envelope uses energy-efficient, impact-resistant windows and floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors throughout.
❯ Is parking assigned at Pearl House?
Yes — two assigned, covered parking spaces per unit, plus electric-vehicle charging stations in the garage and bicycle storage. For a 15-residence building, the parking ratio is generous and the garage stays uncrowded.
❯ Are pets allowed?
Sources conflict here: one building profile lists possible pet restrictions while a rental profile says no pets. Pet owners should verify the current rules directly with the Pearl House association before making an offer, rather than relying on third-party listings.
Key Facts
- Address: 1170 101st St, Bay Harbor Islands, FL 33154
- Neighborhood: Bay Harbor Islands, near Kane Concourse
- Developer: Verzasca Group
- Architect: Frankel Benayoun Architects
- Stories: 7
- Residences: 15
- Completed: 2020
Fifteen Residences, Zero Crowds
There is a specific buyer Pearl House was built for: the person who looked at the island's 40- and 50-unit buildings and wanted fewer neighbors. With fifteen homes sharing a rooftop pool, workout room, lounge and barbecue areas, and a residential lobby, the amenity-to-resident ratio is the best on this page — you will rarely wait for the elevator, the grill, or a poolside chair.
The trade-off is inventory: with so few doors, resale listings are infrequent and tend to attract quick attention. Buyers who want in should be ready to move when a two- or three-bedroom residence surfaces. A slightly larger boutique alternative nearby is One Bay Harbor, with 17 residences a few blocks away.
The Island's Most Landlord-Friendly Policy?
The 30-day minimum, up-to-12-leases-a-year rental structure sets Pearl House apart in a town where many buildings require year-long commitments. It opens the building to seasonal tenants, corporate relocations, and owners who split time between cities — a materially larger buyer pool than a strict long-term-only building enjoys.
That flexibility cuts both ways: more turnover means more wear on common areas, so review the association's financials and reserves like you would anywhere. For a contrasting approach, Bijou Bay Harbor runs a stricter twice-a-year policy, while Onda Bay Harbor offers another new-construction option on the east island.
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