The Delmore Surfside: Miami’s First True Billionaire Condo Building?

This is our 57th independent review of new construction condos in South Florida. Today, we’re looking at one of the boldest condo projects in Miami. It is the Delmore in Surfside. Built by DAMAC, designed by visionary Zaha Hadad ARchitects, and already under construction, The Delmore is unlike anything Miami has seen before.

The Delmore: Miami’s Boldest Billionaire-Grade Condo

The Delmore is one of the boldest condo projects Miami has seen. It has 37 residences, ranging from 5,000 to over 10,000 SF. The average unit size is 8,000 SF, larger than nearly every penthouse in the city. Terraces stretch 65–85 feet across, double what you’d find in a prime living room elsewhere. When it comes to pricing, units start at $15M and rise to $145M for the penthouse. On average, prices land around $4,300 per SF, yet more importantly, this isn’t about numbers, it’s about exclusivity and scale. There are no one- or two-bedroom units here: every home is a “house in the sky,” designed for billionaires who want the space and flow of a mansion without the maintenance.

The project sits on a two-acre oceanfront site in Surfside, steps from the Four Seasons, Fendi, and Arte. It combines futuristic glass-and-cement design with resilience. Furthermore, the building is elevated seven feet, with raised dunes and cascading water features. Inside, residents will find natural stone finishes, oversized closets, deep terraces up to 13 feet, and living rooms spanning 65–85 feet across. Most importantly, the building will offer unprecedented securitywith a five-tier system by Active Security of Washington, D.C.—a first for Miami. Backed by DAMAC International and designed by legendary Zaha Hadad,  the same team behind One Thousand Museum, The Delmore is a boutique masterpiece built not for the masses, but for those seeking a one-of-one product in Miami’s most coveted luxury neighborhood.

Finishes: Luxury Without Compromise

The Delmore’s design is unapologetically bold, with futuristic architecture reminiscent of Zaha Hadid’s One Thousand Museum. Its curved cement-and-glass exterior creates a flowing aesthetic rarely seen in Miami, while the building itself is elevated seven feet above sea level with tiered landscaping, raised dunes, and a cascading water feature for both resilience and beauty.

Inside, every residence reflects luxury without compromise. For example, expect natural stone flooring, spa-level bathrooms, and oversized kitchens. Additionally, terraces over 12 feet deep frame unobstructed water views. The layouts are designed to live like true estates, with flowing interiors and ample storage. His-and-hers closets are as large as 13×15 feet, comparable to those in $30M single-family homes. This level of detail ensures these residences are not just architectural showpieces. They function with the practicality of a mansion in the sky.

Completing the vision is unmatched security, with Active Security implementing a five-layer protection system; the most advanced ever offered in Miami. At The Delmore every element of design, from finishes to security, has been created to deliver a standard of living without compromise.

Preferred Floor Plans

Among the 37 residences at The Delmore Surfsidem a few floor plans stand out as exceptional examples of how this building redefines condo living.

• Unit 803: At 5,000 SF on the 8th floor and priced at $21.65M, this residence already exceeds the size of most Miami penthouses. Its flow is that of a true home, with expansive frontage and terraces that make it feel like a mansion in the sky.

• Unit 501: Coming in just under 7,000 SF at $30M, this floor plan captures the essence of estate living. David highlights the proper laundry room and oversized his-and-hers closets (13×15 feet each)—details often overlooked in Miami condos, yet essential for residents accustomed to single-family estates. These practical elements, combined with its sheer size, make it one of the most livable layouts in the project.

• Unit 702: At 8,700 SF and priced at $40M, this “monster” residence offers scale that is rarely seen in the market. With proportions and flow more akin to a waterfront mansion than a condo, it exemplifies the project’s ambition to deliver true houses in the sky.

What makes these floor plans preferred is not only their extraordinary size, but also their livability. As David points out, no matter how good the architect or developer, if the floor plan doesn’t work, the building doesn’t work. The Delmore’s layouts succeed because they combine the scale of an estate with the functionality—storage, flow, and private spaces—that high-net-worth buyers demand.

Pricing & Comparables: A Class of Its Own

On paper, The Delmore averages around $4,300 per SF, a solid number but not the highest in Miami. Surfside’s Four Seasons trades between $5,000 and $5,500 per SF, with penthouses reaching $6,700 per SF, while 87 Park has seen sales closer to $4,500 per SF. Fendi averages around $4,000 per SF, and Oceana is lower, closer to $3,000 per SF, though with 240 units, it’s not a boutique comparison. Yet these numbers only tell part of the story. Unlike other buildings, The Delmore has just 37 residences. Each averages 8,000 SF; homes on a scale Miami has never offered before. That makes it nearly impossible to compare directly. This is not a building bought by the square foot; it’s a building bought because it is irreplaceable—a one-of-one residence in Miami’s most exclusive neighborhood.

Below is an overview of resale prices per SF in luxury condos surrounding The Delmore, along with beachfront new construction, to help put The Delmore into perspective.

The Team Behind the Project

• Developer: DAMAC International (global luxury developer with a strong track record)
• Architect: Zaha Hadid Architects, known for groundbreaking, futuristic design (One Thousand Museum)
• General Contractor: Final selection between Coastal and Moss, two of Miami’s most established construction firms
• Delivery: 2029 (groundbreaking already took place)

With only 37 residences on a two-acre site, this is a boutique building at an unprecedented scale.

The Buyer Profile: Who Will Call The Delmore Home?

The Delmore is not a building for the average luxury buyer. With no small units and no “cheap seats,” every residence here is a true trophy asset designed for the ultra-wealthy. The target buyer is a billionaire seeking a house alternative without sacrificing space. It is also for those who value exclusivity with only 37 neighbors, or those who prioritize security and privacy at the highest level. Surfside is now Miami’s epicenter of ultra-luxury living, alongside the Four Seasons, Fendi, and Arte. It provides the perfect backdrop for such a project. At The Delmore, it is never about price per square foot; it is about owning something irreplaceable: a massive, one-of-one residence in the most exclusive part of the city.

Conclusion

With its record-breaking unit sizes, futuristic architecture, and the most advanced residential security Miami has ever seen, The Delmore stands in a class of its own. With only 37 residences averaging 8,000 SF—larger than nearly every penthouse in the city, it redefines what it means to live in a condo. This is not a building measured by price per square foot; it is measured by irreplaceability, delivering one-of-one trophy homes for the world’s wealthiest buyers. Designed by the same visionary team behind One Thousand Museum and developed by DAMAC International, the project combines boutique exclusivity, storm-resilient engineering, and uncompromising finishes that live like true estates in the sky.

For global elites seeking a Miami base, The Delmore offers something no other project can: the privacy of a mansion without the paparazzi, the space to replace an estate, neighbors at the same echelon of wealth, and the highest security standards in the city. In short, it is a billionaire’s building without compromise. Delivery is scheduled for 2029, sales are already underway, and interest is building quickly.

Connect with The David Siddons Group

If you would like to learn more about The Delmore or how it compares to Miami’s other top-tier projects such as the Four Seasons Surf Club, 87 Park, Fendi, and Oceana, contact us directly for an in-depth consultation and independent perspective before you buy. Call 305.508.0899 or schedule a call via the application below.