Summary

Alaqua is a 193-unit, 7-story gated condominium on the Intracoastal in Aventura, built in 2007, with a marina, pool, spa, fitness center and 24-hour concierge and security. Units are individually owned with a 12-month minimum lease for renters. Residents appreciate maintained grounds, security and the waterfront setting. Complaints concern slow rental approval, management communication and unresolved neighbor noise.

193 unitsBuilt 2007Managed by Alaqua Condominium Association, Inc.

Reviews

What residents praise

Well-maintained grounds and setting

Residents describe the property as clean, quiet and well maintained, with a marina, courtyard and Intracoastal views.

Concierge and security presence

Residents appreciate the staffed front desk and gated security.

What residents complain about

Slow rental approval

Renters describe applications taking weeks with little communication from the association.

Board and management communication

Residents report difficult communication with the board and management, including disputes over guest parking enforcement.

Late-night neighbor noise

Reported late-night noise from neighboring balconies can be difficult to resolve.

Amenities

Every unit has a private balcony, in-unit washer/dryer, stainless steel kitchen appliances including a dishwasher, granite countertops and a Roman soaking tub. The gated building has a 24-hour security guard, concierge, an oversized pool and heated spa, an 1,800-square-foot fitness center, a clubroom and a children's playroom.

In the apartment
In-unit laundry
Air conditioning
Dishwasher
In the building
Doorman
Elevator
Fitness center
Pool
Shared outdoor space
On-site parking
Package service
Resident storage
Not available

Also here: Waterfront marina · Central courtyard with fountain · Tennis court · Library and pool table

Location

Alaqua is located at 3001 NE 185th St, Aventura, FL 33180. Alaqua sits on the Intracoastal Waterway in Aventura, close to Aventura Mall and the Turnberry area, with marina access on-site.

  • 20 minby car
    Fort Lauderdale Airport
  • 22 minby car
    South Beach (Lincoln Road)
  • 24 minby car
    Brickell
  • 24 minby car
    Downtown
  • 26 minby car
    Wynwood
  • 30 minby car
    Miami International Airport
  • 35 minby car
    Coral Gables

Driving times without traffic.

Things to know

FloodingHigh flood risk
  • FEMA high-risk flood zone (AE)
  • 1 review reports flooding since 2024
Safety and upkeepSome resident complaints
  • 1 review reports elevator problems since 2024
  • 1 review reports unresolved maintenance since 2024
Noise and disruptionSome noise reported
  • 1 review reports noise from neighbors, parties or nightlife since 2025

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