488 NE 18th St #5012
Overview
Completely upgraded with unobstructed panoramic views of Biscayne Bay, Miami Beach, Downtown Miami, and the Atlantic Ocean. This exceptional 3-bedroom + den, 4-bath residence features meticulously curated interiors and refined upgrades throughout. Tax Roll Interior: 2,018 Sq Ft (unit measures 2,365 Sq Ft per developer floor plan). Every detail has been thoughtfully elevated beyond developer standards, showcasing luxury finishes that exude sophistication. No expense spared, no detail overlooked. The residence features a custom-designed kitchen (not developer-built) with a dedicated mini-bar area, Sub-Zero refrigerator, freezer drawers, and two Sub-Zero wine coolers, ideal for elevated entertaining and refined daily living. Additional upgrades include Lualdi Italian doors by Piero Lissoni, wired-in electric window treatments, California Closets, and designer lighting throughout. The primary bathroom is a spa-like retreat with a custom vanity, Paris mirrors with integrated LED lighting, and TOTO Neorest toilets. Furnished to the highest level, featuring pieces by Roche Bobois, Minotti, Holly Hunt, and more. Panoramic sunrise-to-sunset views create a seamless indoor-outdoor living experience, capturing the very best of Biscayne Bay, Brickell, Miami Beach, and the Miami skyline.
My Take After Reviewing This Listing
My take after reviewing this listing: Aria on the Bay sits right on the Edgewater bayfront, and that stretch has become one of the more reliable bay-view addresses in the corridor between Downtown and the Design District. A high-floor line like this on the water is where the scarcity lives, because a protected, unobstructed Biscayne Bay and ocean exposure is the thing you cannot renovate into a unit that does not have it. On asking price per foot, a renovated high-floor bay line usually carries a premium over the stock developer inventory in the same tower, so I read this one at the upper end of where the building trades rather than the middle. From the 59 photos the renovation looks genuinely done beyond builder grade, with a custom kitchen and high-end appliances, which is worth a serious look given the view and the rare line. Before offering I would ask about the current HOA and reserves, the note about tax-roll square footage versus the developer floor plan, and whether the electric window treatments and built-ins convey.
Gerardo Gonzalez, Licensed Real Estate Agent, Compass
This commentary is the professional opinion of Gerardo Gonzalez, based on his review of the listing as published (photos, description, and location). It is not part of the MLS listing data and was not provided or endorsed by the listing brokerage. Gerardo has not inspected this property in person.
Property Details
- MLS#A12055601
- Home TypeCondominium
- Year Built2018
- Interior2,365 SqFt
- Price / sqft$1,099
- Listed2026-07-17
- Days on Market0
- BuildingARIA ON THE BAY CONDO
- SubdivisionARIA ON THE BAY CONDO
- CountyMiami-Dade County
- Garage2 spaces
- Annual Taxes$32,303 (2025)
- HOA$2,333/Monthly
Features & Amenities
- Interior FeaturesBuilt-in Features, Closet Cabinetry, Cooking Island, Custom Mirrors, Elevator, Fire Sprinklers, Entrance Foyer, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar
- Exterior FeaturesEast Of Us1, Open Balcony
- AppliancesDishwasher, Dryer, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Wall Oven, Washer
- FlooringTile
- CoolingCentral Air
- HeatingCentral
- ConstructionCBS Construction
- SecurityFire Sprinklers, Smoke Detector, Doorman, Elevator Secure, Card Entry, Secured Garage/Parking, Lobby Secured, Security Patrol
- Parking2 Or More Spaces, Assigned
- Patio/PorchOpen Balcony
- ViewBay, Ocean View, Water View
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