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Southgate Towers

900 West Ave, FL 33139

3.7 ★ (304 reviews)

Rental complex with 2 buildings

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Summary

Southgate Towers is a 495-unit rental complex spanning two 14-story bayfront buildings at the north end of South Beach, renovated in 2015-2016 with a new infinity pool, lap pool and fitness center. Reviews consistently praise helpful leasing and maintenance staff, while a recurring complaint thread describes disputed move-out charges and separate utility billing that sits at odds with the property's "one clear price" marketing.

495 unitsBuilt 1960Managed by AIR Communities

Reviews

Residents appreciate helpful leasing and maintenance staff, bayfront views and renovated amenities. Complaints concern disputed move-out deductions and separate utility and administrative charges.

What residents praise

Helpful leasing and maintenance staff

Residents appreciate attentive support during move-in and prompt maintenance visits.

Renovated building and bayfront views

Residents describe the post-renovation building, including the new gym and pool deck, as a major upgrade, with several calling out the Biscayne Bay views.

What residents complain about

Move-out charges residents dispute

Residents describe being charged several hundred dollars for painting or cleaning at move-out despite leaving the unit in good condition.

Utility and admin billing beyond rent

Some reviews describe separate water, sewer, trash and administrative billing that isn't reflected in the advertised rent.

Amenities

Southgate Towers has central air, an in-unit washer/dryer and a dishwasher in every apartment, a concierge, a renovated fitness center and an infinity-style pool with a separate lap pool and cabanas. There's a garage with reserved parking and resident storage space.

In the apartment

In-unit laundry

Central air

Dishwasher

In the building

Doorman

Elevator

Fitness center

Pool

Shared outdoor space

On-site parking^*

Package service

Resident storage

* Fees apply to marked amenities. See Costs in the Availability tab.

Also here: Private marina access · Bayside lounge · EV charging stations · On-site dining (Pura Vida, Oliver's Bistro)

Location

Southgate Towers is located at 900 West Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139. Southgate Towers sits on West Avenue at the north end of South Beach, on Biscayne Bay, a short drive or bike ride from Lincoln Road, Ocean Drive and the rest of South Beach.

Around Miami Beach Supermarkets Parks

Around Miami
8 minby car
Downtown
10 minby car
Brickell
10 minby car
Wynwood
16 minby car
Miami International Airport
17 minby car
Coral Gables
32 minby car
Fort Lauderdale Airport

Driving times without traffic.

Things to know

FloodingHigh flood risk

FEMA high-risk flood zone (AE)

Safety and upkeepUnsafe-structure notices

3 unsafe-structure notices from the city since 2023, 1 still open Show all 3Hide
- Case US2026-05920 · openJun 2026
- Case USE2025-02935 (elevators) · closed Apr 2026Dec 2025
- Case USE2025-02910 (elevators) · closed Apr 2026Oct 2025
11 reviews report elevator problems since 2023
1 review reports AC problems since 2025
1 review reports leaks since 2025
4 reviews report mold or persistent moisture since 2023
1 review reports pests since 2025
5 reviews report unresolved maintenance since 2023
Major repair permits in the past year: elevator work Show all 2Hide
- Elevator work, 3 permitsApr 2026
- Elevator workMar 2026

Noise and disruptionResidents report noise

2 reviews report noise from neighbors, parties or nightlife since 2024
1 review reports construction noise since 2026
30 noise complaints to the city since 2023

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Sources

Availability

Homes range from studios to two-bedrooms, with several floor plans and sizes within each bedroom count.

Apartment	Beds	Rent	Size (sq ft)	Available	Listing
#302#302	Studio	$2,209	394	—	Zillow
#437#437	Studio	$2,219	394	—	Zillow
#537#537	Studio	$2,229	394	—	Zillow
#536#536	Studio	$2,449	459	—	Zillow
#636#636	Studio	$2,459	459	—	Zillow
#831#831	1 bed	$2,709	427	—	Zillow
#215#215	1 bed	$2,809	683	—	Zillow
#321#321	1 bed	$3,072	671	—	Zillow
#325#325	1 bed	$3,074	683	—	Zillow
#421#421	1 bed	$3,082	671	—	Zillow
#525#525	1 bed	$3,094	683	—	Zillow
#312#312	1 bed	$3,122	671	—	Zillow
#0314#0314	1 bed	$3,124	683	—	Zillow
#618#618	1 bed	$3,152	671	Nov 5, 26	Zillow
#526#526	2 beds	$3,829	931	—	Zillow
#810#810	2 beds	$4,234	931	Oct 17, 26	Zillow
#1229#1229	2 beds	$4,294	931	Oct 12, 26	Zillow
#0638#0638	2 beds	$4,539	1,023	Oct 27, 26	Zillow

Costs on top of rent

Budget about $130/month on top of rent. Recurring costs include FPL electricity. Southgate Towers advertises one all-in monthly price, but residents report separate water, sewer and trash billing on top of rent. Pet rent is $60/month per cat or dog, and parking is available but not free.

Recurring costs

Cost	Monthly amount
Electricity Electricity Electricity is billed directly by Florida Power & Light. We estimate $130/month, based on FPL's published typical residential bill for 1,000 kWh. Source: FPL rates and typical bill	~$130

Estimated monthly total Excluding water, sewer, trash and any application or admin fees

~$130

Also available: Pet rent ($60/month per cat or dog) · Parking (Available)

At move-in