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398 5th St, Unit 3811
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$1.4M

Elser Unit 3811

398 5th St, Unit 3811 • Miami, FL 33132

at Elser

Beds
2
Baths
2
Living Area
818 SF
Price / SF
$1,693
HOA / Monthly
$1,543
Days on Market
12

About This Unit

Unit 3811 at Elser Hotel & Residences is a stunning 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom residence offering breathtaking bayfront and direct water views. From its elevated position, enjoy spectacular panoramas of the park and Biscayne Bay, with unforgettable sunrises and vibrant city lights at night. The unit is fully furnished and turnkey, ready to be occupied immediately or placed into income production from day one. Floor-to-ceiling windows flood the space with natural light, enhancing the modern design and showcasing the incredible waterfront scenery. Located in one of Downtown Miami’s most desirable buildings, the residence allows short-term rentals, including daily rentals, making it an exceptional opportunity for investors seeking strong income potential, as well as end users who value flexibility. A rare opportunity to own a prime waterfront property with spectacular views and full short-term rental freedom.

Pricing at Elser — $1,693/sqft
Elser Unit 3811 is listed at $1,693/sqft.
Building-level comparison data is thin for this bedroom count — see Recent Comparable Sales below.
Based on live MIAMIRE active & closed listings at Elser.
Time on Market — 12 days
Elser Unit 3811 has been on the market for 12 days.
Building-level pace data is thin for this bedroom count.
Estimated Monthly Cost
Mortgage (P&I)
$7,521
HOA
$1,543
Property Tax
$1,994
Total / mo
$11,058
Assumes 7.20% rate on 20% down (30-year fixed). Tax effective rate 1.73%. HOA $1.89/sqft · All-in $13.52/sqft / month. Excludes wind / flood / contents insurance — verify your actual rate with a lender.

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Insider Notes from Ricky
  • Elser is a 47-story high-rise at 398 5th St, Miami, FL 33132, built 2022. Currently 55 active listings on the market, with active asking prices ranging up to $2.0M.
  • Neighborhood: Downtown Miami. Downtown Miami covers Park West, Worldcenter, and Bayfront -- north of the Miami River, currently in the middle of a master-planned redevelopment that's reshaping the neighborhood through 2028. Lower density than Brickell, bayfront access, and Metromover (free) connecting the district to Brickell.
  • Buyer profile here: Buyers willing to wait for the neighborhood to fill in -- tradeoff is lower price for the same building tier vs. Brickell.
  • Built 2022 (4 years old).
  • Entry-luxury condos with active asking prices up to $2.0M.
  • At 47 stories, Elser is among the taller residential structures in Downtown Miami -- high-floor units typically command pricing premiums for unobstructed views.
  • Compared anchor: Compared to Brickell (built-out financial district), Downtown is the bet on the next 4 years -- newer construction, 15-30% lower per square foot for similar building quality, less walkable today, more transformation per month.
  • Rental rules vary per association in this market -- most Miami-Dade condos require 6 or 12-month minimum leases. Verify per-association before assuming Airbnb potential.
  • Pre-offer diligence: Building selection matters more than neighborhood selection here. Look at construction completion timelines for adjacent Worldcenter projects -- they directly affect resale timing.
  • Ricky has worked the Downtown Miami market for years and can pull HOA documents, recent comps, and reserve study status on any unit you're considering. Text (305) 33-RICKY -- that's (305) 337-4259 -- for a same-week walk-through.
What to Verify
Flood Zone: This unit is in flood zone X. Outside the Special Flood Hazard Area — low-to-moderate risk; insurance optional but recommended.
Building Age: Built in 2024 (2 years old).
Ricky will verify all of the above with the HOA before closing.
💰 Current Owner's Cost Basis
The current owner bought this unit Jan 2025 for $1,150,000 — held 15 months. They’re now asking $1,385,000+20.4% (+$235,000) vs. cost basis.
Source: most recent qualified deed on file with the Miami-Dade Property Appraiser.
⚡ Possible Flip
15 months ago the current owner paid $1,150,000. They’re now asking +20.4% over that — $235,000 more in 15 months.
Sales History
Date Price Type
Jan 2025 $1,150,000 arm’s-length
Source: Miami-Dade Property Appraiser. This unit owns 0.2071% of the building’s common elements. County living area: 818 sqft.
Building: Elser
Unit: 3811
Year Built: 2024
Stories: 55
City: Miami
Postal Code: 33132
HOA Fee: $1,543 / Monthly
View: Bay, Intracoastal View, Water View
Waterfront: Yes
Private Pool: No
Heating: Other
Cooling: Central Air
Days on Market: 12
Listed: February 21, 2026
MLS #: A11969815

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Listing courtesy of: COSMORE Florida Corp.
Information provided by Miami Association of Realtors / SEFMLS • Deemed reliable but not guaranteed • MLS #: A11969815 • Updated Mar 5, 2026
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