400 Alton Road · South of Fifth, Miami Beach
Murano Grande Condominiums
A stepped bayfront tower facing the marina — the most direct water-and-boats address on Alton Road.
The Building
Murano Grande at 400 Alton Road
Murano Grande was completed in 2003, directly across Alton Road from Miami Beach Marina. It is architecturally distinct from its neighbours in a quiet way: the building is composed as three connected volumes that step in height, which gives it a narrower profile from the water than its floor count suggests — and gives many residences a corner exposure rather than a straight view into the next building.
With 265 residences and two-, three-, and four-bedroom lines, Murano Grande is a full-service building with real breadth. Its arrival sequence sets the tone: a marble lobby and lounge of roughly 4,700 square feet under ceilings approaching thirty feet. For buyers whose idea of waterfront living includes the marina rather than only the beach, it is the most direct address on the street.
Design and Architecture
The tower's design favours exposure over monumentality. Stepping the mass reduces its apparent width from the water and creates corner lines throughout, while floor-to-ceiling glass and generous terraces let the bay, the marina, and the boat traffic serve as the building's decoration rather than applied detail.
What Sets It Apart
Murano Grande's clearest luxury is its position: it faces Miami Beach Marina and Biscayne Bay across Alton Road, so marina and channel activity is part of the daily view. A lighted tennis court is also uncommon among South of Fifth buildings of this generation, and the arrival sequence — a marble lobby and lounge of roughly 4,700 square feet with ceilings near thirty feet — gives the building a sense of scale that a 2000s tower does not always have.
History
Completed in 2003, Murano Grande was part of the first wave of full-service condominium development on the bay side of South of Fifth, and it helped establish Alton Road as a genuine alternative to the oceanfront towers at the neighbourhood's southern tip.
At a Glance
- Address
- 400 Alton Road
- Neighborhood
- South of Fifth
- Architecture
- Sieger Suarez Architectural Partnership
- Completed
- 2003
- Stories
- 38
- Residences
- 265
- Architectural Style
- Contemporary bayfront high-rise composed of three stepped, connected volumes
- Residence Types
- Two-, three-, and four-bedroom residences, with bay-facing lines and upper-floor ocean views
Building facts are compiled from developer, architectural, and public building records. Details such as rules, fees, and policies should be confirmed with the association or with Dan before you rely on them.
The Living Experience
Living at Murano Grande
Life at Murano Grande is organised around the bay side of the neighbourhood. The pool deck and the building's food and towel service make the waterfront usable without leaving the property, and the marina across the road means the afternoon view includes yachts turning into the channel and the occasional cruise ship working through Government Cut.
It is a building residents use year-round rather than a seasonal address: the lighted tennis court, the fitness centre and spa, and the resort-style pool support a routine, and the location keeps Alton Road's everyday conveniences and the beach within easy reach. The atmosphere is full-service and social without the scale of the oceanfront resorts.
Who It Suits
Buyers who want bay and marina exposure, an established full-service building, and a broad choice of two- to four-bedroom layouts — including boat owners and anyone drawn to the water traffic on Government Cut. It also suits residents who value on-site recreation such as tennis alongside the usual pool, spa, and fitness amenities.
Amenities and Services
Within the Building
- —Resort-style bayfront swimming pool with towel and food service
- —Pool deck and spa hot tub
- —Lighted tennis court
- —Fitness centre
- —Spa with sauna
- —Marble lobby and lounge of roughly 4,700 square feet with ceilings near thirty feet
- —Concierge service
- —24-hour valet parking
- —24-hour security with card-controlled entry
- —Assigned parking
Nearby in the Neighborhood
- —Miami Beach Marina, directly across Alton Road
- —South Pointe Park, its promenade and the pier
- —The South of Fifth restaurant district, including Joe's Stone Crab
- —The beach and Ocean Drive to the east
- —Alton Road's shops and everyday services
Amenities shared across the development are provided by the wider residential community rather than the individual tower. Nearby destinations are public or independently operated, and are not owned, operated, or guaranteed by the condominium association. Amenity access and hours can change and should be confirmed before purchase.
The Residences
Residences and Interior Features
Murano Grande offers two-, three-, and four-bedroom residences, with floor-to-ceiling glass opening to terraces and corner lines carrying the widest bay and marina exposure. The stepped massing means the building's lines differ meaningfully from one another — a mid-floor two-bedroom and a high-floor three-bedroom are not simply different sizes of the same product.
As in any building of this age, condition varies by unit: many residences have been renovated and some have been combined, so finishes, appliances, and layouts differ from the original delivery. Features described for one residence should never be assumed to apply to another.
Residence types at Murano Grande: Two-, three-, and four-bedroom residences, with bay-facing lines and upper-floor ocean views
The Location
Location and Neighborhood Lifestyle
Murano Grande stands at 400 Alton Road, immediately north of Miami Beach Marina on the bay side of South of Fifth. That position puts the marina, the channel, and the waterfront path at the doorstep, while the beach, Ocean Drive, and the oceanfront promenade sit east across the neighbourhood's residential blocks.
Alton Road itself provides the day-to-day — groceries, pharmacy, casual dining — and the MacArthur Causeway approach is close by, keeping downtown Miami, the Design District, and the airport a straightforward drive for owners who split their time between the beach and the mainland.
Ownership
Buying, Selling, and Ownership Considerations
Murano Grande's two- to four-bedroom inventory is wide enough that buyers can choose between view, floor, and renovation rather than waiting for a single configuration to appear. That breadth also means listings inside the building compete with one another, so condition and exposure — not simply the address — drive results in a resale.
The building's bay-side position sets its buyer pool apart from the oceanfront towers: it appeals to owners who value the marina and the channel, and it tends to attract residents who use the building and the water year-round rather than only in season.
Rental and Pet Policies
Current building records indicate pets are permitted and leasing is allowed at Murano Grande. Minimum lease terms, pet limits, and association approval requirements vary and should be confirmed with the association before purchase.
Association fees, assessments, rental terms, and building rules change and vary by unit and by association. Nothing on this page is a substitute for reading the current governing documents, estoppel, and budget, which Dan can help you request.
The Market
Available Residences at Murano Grande
Live inventory for Murano Grande is not available on the site yet. Contact Dan for current and off-market availability in the building.
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Murano Grande: Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Murano Grande located?
400 Alton Road, Miami Beach, on the bay side of South of Fifth, directly across from Miami Beach Marina.
Is Murano Grande oceanfront or bayfront?
Bayfront. Residences face Biscayne Bay and the marina, with ocean views from higher floors. The beach is east across the neighbourhood.
How many residences are at Murano Grande, and when was it built?
The building was completed in 2003 and comprises 265 residences across 38 stories, in two-, three-, and four-bedroom configurations.
What amenities does Murano Grande offer?
A resort-style bayfront pool with towel and food service, a pool deck and hot tub, a lighted tennis court, a fitness centre, a spa with sauna, a marble lobby and lounge, concierge service, 24-hour valet parking, and 24-hour card-controlled security.
Who designed Murano Grande?
The building was designed by the Sieger Suarez Architectural Partnership. Public records differ on developer attribution, so confirm that detail directly if it matters to you.
What are the rental and pet policies?
Current records indicate pets are permitted and leasing is allowed. Minimum lease terms, pet limits, and approval requirements should be confirmed with the association, as they change over time.
Are there residences for sale or rent at Murano Grande now?
Live availability appears in the Available Residences section of this page when inventory is showing in the MLS feed. When it is not, contact Dan for current and off-market availability.
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