Porto Vita is Aventura's Mediterranean escape: a gated, 18-acre waterfront community on the famous Aventura Circle, where terra-cotta barrel-tile roofs, private elevator foyers, and the 34,000-square-foot Villa Grande Club set the tone. The community's two high-rise towers, the South Tower (2000) at 19955 NE 38th Court and the North Tower (2004) at 20155 NE 38th Court: plus two Bella Vista mid-rises total 375 homes along the Intracoastal. Condos for sale and for rent at Porto Vita trade on privacy, water, and one of Aventura's most complete amenity packages.
Key Facts
- Community: Porto Vita, Aventura Circle,...
Porto Vita is Aventura's Mediterranean escape: a gated, 18-acre waterfront community on the famous Aventura Circle, where terra-cotta barrel-tile roofs, private elevator foyers, and the 34,000-square-foot Villa Grande Club set the tone. The community's two high-rise towers, the South Tower (2000) at 19955 NE 38th Court and the North Tower (2004) at 20155 NE 38th Court: plus two Bella Vista mid-rises total 375 homes along the Intracoastal. Condos for sale and for rent at Porto Vita trade on privacy, water, and one of Aventura's most complete amenity packages.
Key Facts
- Community: Porto Vita, Aventura Circle, Aventura, FL 33180
- South Tower: 19955 NE 38th Ct: completed 2000, ~27 stories, ~150 residences
- North Tower: 20155 NE 38th Ct: completed 2004, ~27 stories, ~122 to 126 residences
- Community total: 375 homes (two towers + two Bella Vista mid-rises)
- Developer: Turnberry Associates & CMC Group
- Architecture: Revuelta Vega Leon (Luis Revuelta)
- Signature: Villa Grande Club (~34,000 sq ft), 21-slip marina, private elevator foyers
The Villa Grande Club
Most Aventura towers have amenities; Porto Vita has a destination. The Villa Grande Club anchors daily life with dining, spa, fitness, racquet sports, and waterfront leisure across 18 lushly landscaped acres, all inside the gates. Developers Turnberry Associates (also behind Turnberry Ocean Club) and CMC Group built the community as a self-contained waterfront village.
Two Towers, One Community
South Tower buyers tend to find the community's most established resale market; North Tower buyers get the newer building and larger average floor plans. Both enjoy Intracoastal, Golden Beach, and ocean views from flow-through layouts. Compare with other Aventura waterfront options like Turnberry Towers to calibrate price per square foot.
Porto Vita's boating crowd keeps the routine tight: Aventura Mall ($-$$$) is minutes away, Gulfstream Park covers the dinner-and-racing nights, and the Italian regulars swear by Serafina and Gaby Cucina ($$$) up on Biscayne. Provisioning is painless with Whole Foods Aventura and Publix close by, and on the days the boat stays docked there's still Oleta River State Park for a kayak morning. Marina-first buyers here usually also tour Marina Palms and the Waterways' North Tower, each with its own dockage story.
Porto Vita Frequently Asked Questions
❯ Should I look at the South Tower or the North Tower?
The South Tower (completed 2000, ~27 stories, ~150 residences at 19955 NE 38th Ct) was the community's first high-rise; the North Tower (completed 2004, ~27 stories, ~122 to 126 residences at 20155 NE 38th Ct) followed with slightly larger average layouts. Both share the Villa Grande Club and marina. Compare specific lines, views, and HOA fees rather than choosing by tower age alone.
❯ Can I keep a boat at Porto Vita?
Yes: the community has a 21-slip private marina accommodating vessels up to 65 feet, with slips available for rent or purchase. For boaters, an on-site marina inside a gated community is a rare and valuable combination.
❯ What is the Villa Grande Club?
The roughly 34,000 to 35,000-square-foot private clubhouse is the community's social heart: state-of-the-art fitness, European-style spa, restaurants, heated pools, a Roman-waterfall jacuzzi, clay tennis and pickleball courts, a basketball court, and 24-hour security, valet, and doorman services.
❯ What is the rental policy?
Porto Vita is long-term oriented: a 6-month minimum rental term with up to 2 rentals per year has been reported for the South Tower, and leasing after purchase is permitted. Both condos for sale and condos for rent trade here. Verify current rules and approval fees with the association before buying to lease.
❯ Are pets allowed?
Pets are permitted for owners with limits: one pet up to 20 pounds has been reported for the South Tower. It's stricter than some neighboring buildings, so pet owners should confirm the current policy in writing before committing.
❯ Do residences have private elevators?
Yes: key-card passenger elevators open into private foyers at each residence's front door, a signature Porto Vita feature. Homes run from about 2,390 to over 4,500 square feet with high ceilings, Italian cabinetry, Gaggenau appliances, and floor-to-ceiling glass onto large terraces.
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