Bayview Fisher Island: 2026 Buyer's Guide

Bayview -- also referenced as Bayview Village -- is the bayfront condominium community on the west and southeast side of Fisher Island, addressed at 4811 to 5391 Fisher Island Drive. The community is made up of six mid-rise buildings ranging from 11 to 14 stories, delivered in phases between 1990 and 2004. Combined, the buildings hold 134 residences in two- through five-bedroom flow-through layouts running from approximately 1,950 to 9,570 square feet, with full-floor 9,570-square-foot plans available at the top of the size range.

Bayview is one of Fisher Island's two largest single condo communities (alongside Oceanside, also 134 units), and the resale pool turns over more consistently than the smaller buildings. Recent activity has cleared a wide band: Unit 5211 closed in November 2024 at $11.4M ($2,830/sf) after 337 days on market, while a February 2024 closing at Unit 4822 cleared $5.8M ($1,634/sf).

The bayfront orientation is the differentiator. Where Oceanside fronts the open Atlantic, Bayview looks across the Fisher Island Marina at Government Cut, Key Biscayne, downtown Miami, and the South Beach skyline on the northern horizon -- a multi-exposure orientation that flow-through plans capture top to bottom.

View the Bayview building page for current inventory, floor plans, and recent closed sales.

The Quick Take

Where is Fisher Island?

Fisher Island is a 216-acre private island in Biscayne Bay, accessible only by the Fisher Island ferry from Terminal Island off the MacArthur Causeway, by private yacht, or by helicopter. The ferry runs 24 hours, every 10 minutes during peak hours, and accommodates cars under 24 feet plus golf carts.

The island's ZIP code 33109 ranked the most expensive in the United States for 2025 closed sales, with a $9.5M median sale price and reported average household income above $2.5M. Government Cut -- the Port of Miami shipping channel -- separates the north shore from South Beach's South of Fifth blocks.

Carl Fisher and William K. Vanderbilt II made the famous 1927 land trade -- seven acres for the 265-foot yacht "Eagle" -- that put Vanderbilt on the island and produced the 1936 Maurice Fatio-designed Vanderbilt Mansion that's now the Fisher Island Club clubhouse. Modern residential development began in the early 1980s; the Fisher Island Club opened in 1987 and completed a $60M restoration in 2013.

Bayview's buildings line the western and southeastern marina edge of the island. From the upper floors, Biscayne Bay, the South Beach skyline, downtown Miami, and Key Biscayne are all visible across the marina water.

Who's Behind Bayview?

Bayview was developed during the original residential build-out cycle of Fisher Island, the same phase that produced Bayside Village (1986-1988), Seaside Village (1989), Harborview (1989), Oceanside (1989-2002), Villa del Mare (1992), and the later Palazzo del Mare (2007-2008).

The phase one trio of Bayview buildings opened in 1990, 1991, and 1992, with the final two buildings completed in 2001 and 2004. The 1990-2004 delivery cycle was the longest single residential build-out on the island. Buildings are constructed in CBS -- concrete block and stucco -- consistent with the era's Florida coastal residential code.

Fisher Island Holdings -- the ownership entity for Fisher Island itself, currently led by CEO Heinrich von Hanau -- sits behind the broader Fisher Island residential program. The same group's subsidiary, PDS Development LLC, later went on to deliver the two Kobi Karp Palazzo towers on the southern half of the island.

Architecture and Design

The six Bayview buildings carry the Mediterranean / Spanish-style architectural envelope that's consistent across Fisher Island's original residential build-out. Stucco walls, tile-roof accents, and decorative balcony railings tie the buildings visually to the Vanderbilt Mansion. Building heights step up to 14 stories in the taller phase-two buildings, making them among the tallest residential structures on the island after the Kobi Karp Palazzo towers and Six Fisher Island.

Inside, residences carry the flow-through layout vocabulary that's central to Bayview's resale value:

• Open flow-through floor plans with both bay and ocean light orientations
• Marble and hardwood flooring
• Gourmet kitchens with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances
• Oversized terraces capturing the marina, Bay, and skyline exposures
• Modern kitchens in renovated units (Sub-Zero, Wolf, Miele, and Gaggenau commonly specified)

Like other 1980s-90s Fisher Island buildings, Bayview's finish vintage varies meaningfully between units. Many of the larger plans have been gut-renovated multiple times over the past two decades. Confirm the specific finish package, balcony orientation, and any structural updates with the listing agent on each unit.

Residences at Bayview

The published specs:

• 134 residences across 6 buildings (4811, 4911, 5011, 5111, 5211, 5302/5391 Fisher Island Drive lines)
• Buildings rise 11 to 14 stories
• Four core flow-through floor plans plus custom and penthouse layouts
• 2BR to 5BR configurations
• Residence sizes from ~1,950 to ~9,570 square feet
• Full-floor 9,570-square-foot plans available at the top of the range
• Marble and hardwood flooring
• Oversized terraces with bay, marina, and skyline orientation
• Pet-friendly community (pets up to 30 lbs per current community rules)

Recent closed sales data:

• Unit 5211 (4BR / 4,028 sf) -- closed November 15, 2024 at $11.4M ($2,830/sf) after 337 days on market. Listed by Julian Johnston and Richard Taylor of Corcoran.
• Unit 4822 -- closed February 2024 at $5.8M ($1,634/sf)
• Mid-2026 active inventory across the community has listed roughly $3.89M to $8.98M depending on size, exposure, and renovation vintage
• October 2024 community sale data showed 16 sold units averaging roughly $9.8M

The 9,570-square-foot full-floor plans are the rare premium product in this community. With penthouse counts low and large-format inventory thin, the top-end Bayview floor plate produces unusually consistent closed comp data over multi-year windows.

Amenities

Bayview operates with a community-only pool plus full Fisher Island Club access through equity membership.

Bayview-only amenities:

• Bayview community swimming pool
• Landscaped gardens
• 24-hour security

Fisher Island Club access (carried by equity membership for property owners):

• Private Fisher Island Beach Club with imported Bahamian sand
• 9-hole P.B. Dye championship golf course
• Racquet Club with 17 tennis courts across grass, European red clay, hard, and Har-Tru surfaces, 5 pickleball courts, and 2 padel courts
• Spa Internazionale -- 24,000 square feet in Vanderbilt's old seaplane hangar, with hammam, lap pool, cold plunge, jacuzzis, steam rooms, and a full treatment menu
• Two breakwater-protected deep-water marinas with more than 100 slips, accommodating yachts up to 250 feet
• Vanderbilt Mansion clubhouse, plus restaurants including Porto Cervo, Garwood Lounge, and the Beach Club restaurant
• Observatory, racquet club, fitness center, children's center
• Town Center with island market, hair salon, post office
• Fisher Island Day School (private K-8)
• 24-hour ferry, security, and concierge

Owner-reported figures cite a one-time equity initiation in the $350,000 range with annual dues in the low $20,000s plus capital reserve.

How Bayview Compares to Other Fisher Island Buildings

Where Bayview slots in:

• Tallest of the original-build-out condos. 14-story phase-two buildings make Bayview the tallest of the Fisher Island residential buildings outside the Karp-era and Six Fisher Island deliveries.
• Tied with Oceanside for largest unit count. Both communities hold 134 residences, and both deliver consistent year-over-year resale turnover.
• Widest unit-size range on the island. From 1,950 sf two-bedrooms to 9,570 sf full-floor plans, no other Fisher Island building covers as broad a footprint band.
• Bayfront vs. oceanfront. Bayview gives you bay, marina, Government Cut, and skyline orientation. Oceanside gives you the open Atlantic. The lifestyle and view profiles are meaningfully different.

The Fisher Island Lifestyle

Day-to-day on Fisher Island runs on electric golf carts -- there is no through traffic, no public road network, no pedestrian path off the island. Every car, contractor visit, and out-of-town guest arrives on the 24-hour ferry from Terminal Island. The island has its own ZIP code (33109), private school, post office, market, hair salon, dental and medical office.

The Fisher Island Beach Club -- imported Bahamian sand on the Atlantic shoreline -- handles beach service. The restaurant network runs through Porto Cervo (Italian), the Garwood Lounge, the Beach Club restaurant, and the Vanderbilt Mansion clubhouse. The Spa Internazionale -- in Vanderbilt's old seaplane hangar -- handles wellness with a hammam, lap pool, cold plunge, jacuzzis, and steam rooms.

The Vanderbilt Marina completed a $6.6M renovation that delivered concrete floating docks and 12-foot interior depths. With the Main Marina, total dockage holds more than 100 slips, vessels up to 250 feet, and Government Cut access to the Gulf Stream in minutes.

The mainland sits close. Mandarin Oriental Brickell Key, Brickell City Centre, and downtown Miami are roughly 15 minutes from the ferry landing. Miami International Airport is a 20-25 minute drive after disembarking.

FAQ

When were the Bayview buildings completed?

The six Bayview buildings were delivered in phases between 1990 and 2004. Three buildings opened in 1990, 1991, and 1992; the final two buildings opened in 2001 and 2004.

How many buildings make up Bayview?

Six mid-rise buildings ranging from 11 to 14 stories, located at 4811-5391 Fisher Island Drive along the bayfront / marina side of the island.

How many residences are at Bayview?

134 residences total in two- to five-bedroom flow-through layouts from approximately 1,950 to 9,570 square feet. Four core floor plans, plus custom units and penthouses.

What is the largest residence at Bayview?

The top of the range is the 9,570-square-foot full-floor flow-through plan. These plans capture both bay and marina orientation across the full building depth.

What recent sale prices have closed at Bayview?

Unit 5211 closed November 15, 2024 at $11.4M ($2,830/sf) after 337 days on market. Unit 4822 closed February 2024 at $5.8M ($1,634/sf). Mid-2026 active inventory has listed roughly $3.89M to $8.98M depending on unit.

Does Bayview have a private pool?

Yes. Bayview has a community swimming pool reserved for Bayview residents, along with landscaped gardens. Owners also access the broader Fisher Island Club beach club, multiple island pools, and full amenity program through equity membership.

Does Bayview include Fisher Island Club membership?

Yes. Ownership at Bayview requires equity membership in the Fisher Island Club, which opens the private beach, 9-hole P.B. Dye golf course, 17-court Racquet Club, Spa Internazionale, deep-water marinas, and the island's restaurant network. Equity initiation and annual dues apply.

How do you reach Bayview?

By 24-hour Fisher Island ferry from Terminal Island off the MacArthur Causeway, by private yacht into the Fisher Island Club Marina, or by helicopter. The ferry accommodates cars, trucks under 24 feet, and golf carts, with pre-arranged security clearance required.

Bottom Line

Bayview is the largest single bayfront community on Fisher Island -- six buildings, 134 residences, 1990-2004 delivery -- with the widest unit-size range on the island (1,950 to 9,570 square feet, including full-floor flow-through plans). The bayfront orientation captures Biscayne Bay, the Fisher Island Marina, Government Cut, and the South Beach skyline. The recent $11.4M closing at Unit 5211 set a current per-square-foot benchmark, and the broader resale pool turns over consistently year over year. Full Fisher Island Club equity access carries the beach, golf, racquet club, spa, and marina program.

Want a Data-Driven Read on Bayview?

If you are evaluating a Bayview resale -- which of the six buildings to target, floor selection, exposure, full-floor versus standard plan, or comp analysis against Oceanside and the broader Fisher Island inventory -- reach out to Kyle Benjamin, REHub Miami.

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Disclaimer: This article is for general informational purposes. Pricing, inventory, HOA figures, Fisher Island Club equity fees and dues, and finish specifications change. Always verify details directly with the building's official sales team and recent closed sales before making a purchase decision.