This blog and video present an unbiased review of the Residences at Shell Bay, Hallandale Beach. We explored the sales center, reviewed project specifics, toured the community, and examined the top floor plans. As always, we share insights on who would thrive in this condo lifestyle and who might find it less suitable. Additionally, we compare it to other luxury condos, with a focus on price per square foot.
CALL ME AT 305.5o8.0899 or mail to: [email protected] to receive the latest inventory and prices
An Overview of the Shell Bay Residences
The Residences at Shell Bay feature 108 luxury homes spread across 20 floors, offering custom floor plans ranging from one to three bedrooms. Nestled within a prestigious 150-acre community, Shell Bay boasts 5 acres of meticulously crafted outdoor amenities. These residences offer stunning views of the 18-hole Greg Norman-designed Championship Golf Course, designed to enhance indoor-outdoor living. Luxury touches include private and semi-private elevators, ceilings up to 10 feet high, open-concept layouts, spacious primary walk-in closets, valet closets, service entries, mini bars serviced by the hotel, and an optional custom furnishing package. Private climate-controlled storage is also available for purchase.
Residents at Shell Bay receive exclusive services from a dedicated, highly trained staff, ensuring a personalized experience with Auberge Resorts Collection. The flexibility of a 180-day rental occupancy term adds further appeal. These brand-new luxury condos are set for delivery in 2027.
The Shell Bay Residences Hallandale Beach
The Reort-Style Amenities
Shell Bay is situated within an exclusive 150-acre community that includes approximately 5 acres of carefully curated outdoor living amenities. The Residences at Shell Bay offer all the signature luxury touches found at Auberge Resorts Collection properties worldwide. Highlights include an 18-hole championship golf course, 7-9 tennis courts, pickleball, a state-of-the-art gym with personal trainers, a cold plunge, an infrared sauna, and dedicated recovery areas, providing top-tier amenities. Residents also enjoy Michelin-star dining, a 48-slip marina, a helipad, access to three boats, a beach club, and a fleet of town cars, delivering an unmatched resort-style experience. Golf Club memberships, priced at $1M, are fully reserved with a waiting list, and the only current way to secure a membership is by owning a residence in the project. Of the 108 units, 50% have already been sold.
Related lifestyle articles:
- Ultra-exclusive private golf course opens in South Florida — with $1 million membership fee (CNN)
- Shell Bay: Golf’s Newest $1 Million Club Towers Above Miami Market (Forbes)
- Discover Miami’s Exclusive Shell Bay Yacht Club (Haven Lifestyles)
- These New Miami-Area Homes Come With the Region’s First New Golf Course in 25 Years (Robb Report)
The Shell Bay Residences Hallandale Beach
A Unique Offering in Miami
While Miami doesn’t have a traditional country club, this development provides a lifestyle that’s the closest you’ll find. Key Biscayne offers a similar atmosphere, but without the true club experience or gated access. Fisher Island is highly exclusive, but requires ferry or boat access. Here, you can enjoy an authentic resort lifestyle—something truly rare in Miami. For golf and tennis enthusiasts, or even semi-pros, this is the ideal spot. Discover the full range of services and amenities to see what sets this opportunity apart.
The Finishes
The word “luxury” is often overused, but the real test of luxury lies in the finishes. Developed by Witkoff—the same team behind the Shore Club Residences, where prices exceed $5,000 per square foot—this project maintains an uncompromising standard of quality. Featuring organic materials such as wood, marble, travertine, and natural stone, the craftsmanship here stands out in ways other developments often fall short (feel free to ask me which ones). While many developers claim to offer luxury, I frequently find the finishes lacking, but that’s not the case here—everything I’ve seen so far is top-notch, with no shortcuts taken.
The buyers for this project are equally discerning, unwilling to compromise on quality. If you’re seeking resort-style living with no compromises, this could be the ideal choice for you. Plus, we protect our buyers through their contracts and offer expert guidance to help ensure you make the right decision.
The Shell Bay Residences Hallandale Beach
The Floor Plans at Shell Bay
The property offers a range of pricing options based on unit size and layout.
- One-bedroom units, approximately 1,300 square feet, are priced between $1,800 and $1,900 per square foot, totaling around $2.22 to $2.3 million.
- Two-bedroom units, about 1,900 square feet, are priced between $3 million and $4 million.
- Three-bedroom units, offering approximately 2,600 square feet, range from $4.5 million to $6 million.
What sets Shell Bay apart is its unique flexibility in combining units—an option not always possible in other condos due to the placement of elevators or structural walls. Here, you can merge two corner units, creating a spacious residence of over 5,000 square feet. The thoughtful design of this project allows for such customizations, offering a truly exceptional living experience.
CLICK HERE FOR ALL THE FLOOR PLANS
How do the Shell Bay Prices Compare?
Shell Bay provides a boutique ambiance with abundant amenities, a high degree of privacy, and exceptional finishes—but how do the prices stack up? The average price per square foot is approximately $2,150, although this can vary by unit. As you’ll see below, these prices align with several other non-beachfront areas in Miami.
For comparison, condos offering a similar resort-like lifestyle—such as Continuum, Surf Club Four Seasons, and Park Grove—are priced between $2,500 and $4,000 per square foot, with some of the top units reaching nearly $6,000. While this project delivers a resort experience, it is priced competitively compared to mainland options, significantly lower than the typical $3,000 to $5,000 per square foot you would expect to find on the beach, especially considering the size and lifestyle options available.
CALL ME AT 305.5o8.0899 or mail to: [email protected] to receive the latest inventory and prices
The Hotel Program by Auberge
When you’re not using your residence, you can rent it out through Auberge by enrolling it in the hotel program. This allows you to enjoy an income-generating property managed by one of the world’s most prestigious hotel brands. Plus, whenever you visit, you’ll benefit from the amenities of a five-star hotel, with everything prepared for your arrival.
The Shell Bay Residences Hallandale Beach
HOA Fees at Shell Bay Residences
One of the most discussed topics lately is the increasing cost of HOA fees and insurance. Since this project isn’t directly on the beach and is newly constructed to the latest codes, it has some advantages regarding insurance costs. However, a highly amenitized condo like this can only keep its expenses manageable due to its association with a hotel. The extensive amenities and services are supported by the on-site luxury hotel, helping to offset costs.
In other developments, such as Park Grove and Continuum, all costs for amenities and services are borne solely by the residents, leading to higher HOA fees. In contrast, this project benefits from the hotel program, where income generated by the hotel contributes to the HOA, ensuring that high standards are upheld. Currently, HOA fees are set at $1.82 per square foot, which may rise once the condo opens—a common occurrence. While poorly managed condos can see fees double, this project’s hotel, golf course, and restaurants help absorb costs and stabilize fees.
Conclusion
Successful developments like Surfside’s Four Seasons, Continuum, and Park Grove have thrived due to their spacious lots, prestigious brands, and premium services, resulting in significant value appreciation. Shell Bay follows this model, offering competitive luxury with unparalleled resort-style amenities such as golf, boating, fine dining, and tennis. Designed for a “lock-and-leave” lifestyle, this exclusive 170-acre private gated community features its own golf course, ensuring ultimate privacy. Developed by the creators of the Shore Club, it sets a new benchmark for opulent condo living.
I’m very optimistic about this project, as it has all the right components for success. Please contact me for more information.
CALL ME AT 305.5o8.0899 or mail to: [email protected] to receive the latest inventory and prices