Portofino Tower is the 44-story landmark at 300 South Pointe Drive that pioneered luxury condo living in South Beach’s South of Fifth (SoFi) neighborhood. Built in 1997 by the Related Group of Florida (Jorge Pérez) with Thomas Kramer’s Portofino Group and designed by Sieger Suarez, Portofino Tower holds approximately 206 residences with floor-to-ceiling glass, semi-private elevator foyers, and sweeping views of the Atlantic, Biscayne Bay, and the downtown Miami skyline.
Portofino Tower Key Facts
- Address: 300 South Pointe Drive, Miami Beach, FL 33139
- Neighborhood: South of Fifth (SoFi), South Beach
- Developer: Related Group of Florida (Jorge Pérez) with the Portofino Group (Thomas Kramer)
- Architect: Sieger Suarez
- Stories: 44
- Residences: Approximately 206 (one to four bedrooms, ~1,090 to 4,510 sq. ft.)
- Completed: 1997
- Amenities: Guard-gated with 24-hour valet and security, spa, pools, four-story lobby, theater, 29th-floor private club, tennis, dog park, sauna and steam
Residences with Panoramic Water Views
Homes at Portofino Tower are known for generous proportions: expansive floor plans, 9-foot ceilings, floor-to-ceiling glass, and semi-private elevator foyers with dramatic double-door entries. Kitchens feature Sub-Zero and Miele appliances, and wraparound views take in the ocean, Government Cut (watch the cruise ships glide by) Biscayne Bay, Fisher Island, and the downtown skyline.
Because turnover here is low, available listings are scarce and pricing is best judged unit by unit, comparing view corridor, floor height, and renovation level rather than relying on broad price-per-foot rules.
South of Fifth: The SoFi Lifestyle
Portofino Tower sits at the pinnacle of SoFi, steps from South Pointe Park, the Miami Beach Marina, and the bay walk, with the restaurants of Washington Avenue and Ocean Drive a short stroll north. It’s the neighborhood’s original luxury address, and still one of its most prestigious.
Buyers comparing SoFi towers also explore Apogee, Marea, Murano at Portofino, and Continuum South.
Portofino Tower's South Pointe Drive address is SoFi's grand-dame corner: bay views west, ocean east, and the marina at the door. South Pointe Park is the neighborhood park, Joe's Stone Crab ($$$$) the neighborhood restaurant, and Smith & Wollensky ($$$$) the waterfront backup. Lincoln Road sits minutes north. Legacy buyers also tour Continuum South and Apogee.
Portofino Tower Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Portofino Tower located? ❯
At 300 South Pointe Drive, Miami Beach, FL 33139, in the South of Fifth (SoFi) neighborhood, on the waterway connecting Biscayne Bay and the Atlantic Ocean near Government Cut.
When was it built, and by whom? ❯
Completed in 1997 by the Related Group of Florida (Jorge Pérez) with Thomas Kramer’s Portofino Group, and designed by Sieger Suarez. It was the first luxury tower built in South of Fifth.
How tall is the building, and how many residences does it have? ❯
44 stories and approximately 206 condos, ranging from about 1,090 to 4,510 square feet with one to four bedrooms, one of the tallest residential towers in Miami Beach.
What amenities does Portofino Tower offer? ❯
24-hour valet and security in one of South Beach’s only guard-gated condos, multiple pools, a spa, a dramatic four-story lobby, a theater, a private club on the 29th floor with billiards, sauna and steam rooms, and (shared with neighboring South Pointe Tower) tennis courts, gardens, and a dog park.
Can I rent out my unit? ❯
Portofino Tower is a traditional residential condo (not a condo-hotel). Confirm the current association rental rules, minimum lease terms, and approval process before buying for income.
Why is Portofino considered iconic? ❯
It set the template for SoFi luxury: massive floor plans, walls of glass, and white-glove services years before the neighborhood’s newer towers arrived. Its penthouses have traded among South Beach’s most expensive resales.
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