The Plaza of Bal Harbour is a 301-unit, 15-story oceanfront condominium built in 1965, where individual owners lease out units directly. Deeded beach access, a heated pool and spa, an exercise room and valet parking define the amenity set. Reviews are split between residents who call it a well-run, quiet building with attentive staff and others who describe slow valet service, limited self-parking and inconsistent staff responsiveness.
Residents appreciate the oceanfront location and quiet building. Valet waits, limited self-parking and inconsistent staff responsiveness draw complaints.
Residents repeatedly praise the deeded beach access, ocean views and helpful front-desk and valet staff.
Several reviews describe the building as solidly built and quiet compared to newer towers nearby.
Reviews describe long waits for valet and limited options to park or retrieve your own car.
Reviews describe unprofessional or unhelpful front-desk and valet interactions, alongside positive feedback about staff.
Central air conditioning and a dishwasher in every apartment, a common laundry facility, a heated pool and spa, an exercise room, elevator access and deeded beach access. Garage and valet parking are both offered.
* Fees apply to marked amenities. See Costs in the Availability tab.
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The Plaza of Bal Harbour is located at 10185 Collins Ave, Bal Harbour, FL 33154. The Plaza sits directly on the ocean in Bal Harbour, steps from Bal Harbour Shops, with Surfside and Sunny Isles Beach a short drive north.
Driving times without traffic.

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Apartments here run about 993-1,019 square feet, sold and leased individually by owners.
| Apartment | Beds | Rent | Size (sq ft) | Available | Listing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
#521#521 | 1 bed | $3,000 | 1,019 | — | Zillow |
#202#202 | 1 bed | $3,000 | 1,019 | — | Zillow |
#203#203 | 1 bed | $3,000 | 1,015 | Sep 25, 26 | Zillow |
#1103#1103 | 1 bed | $3,500 | 1,015 | — | Zillow |
#PENTHOUSE 23#PENTHOUSE 23 | 1 bed | $4,000 | 993 | — | Zillow |
#1022#1022 | 1 bed | $4,200 | 993 | — | Zillow |
#722#722 | 1 bed | $4,500 | 993 | Oct 1, 26 | Zillow |
#606#606 | 1 bed | $4,500 | 1,008 | — | Zillow |
#309#309 | 2 beds | $3,600 | 1,342 | — | Zillow |
#1416#1416 | 2 beds | $4,200 | 1,434 | Oct 1, 26 | Zillow |
#319#319 | 2 beds | $4,300 | 1,356 | — | Zillow |
#516#516 | 2 beds | $4,500 | 1,434 | — | Zillow |
#523#523 | 2 beds | $4,500 | 993 | Oct 7, 26 | Zillow |
#616#616 | 2 beds | $4,700 | 1,434 | Jul 27, 26 | Zillow |
#PENTHOUSE 20#PENTHOUSE 20 | 2 beds | $8,700 | — | — | Zillow |
#209#209 | 3 beds | $5,000 | 1,342 | Oct 7, 26 | Zillow |
Budget about $110/month on top of rent. Apartments here are individually owned. Electricity is the main direct renter cost; association dues (paid by the owner) fund building operations and amenities, and Bal Harbour Village association approval is typically required before move-in.
| Cost | Monthly amount |
|---|---|
Electricity Electricity Paid directly to FPL. We estimate $110/month for a one-bedroom apartment. Source: FPL rates and typical bill | ~$110 |
Estimated monthly total Excluding owner-paid association dues, internet, and any move-in/application fee
~$110