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Altos Del Mar Surfside, FL Homes For Sale & Real Estate
Altos Del Mar, Surfside, FL, is a community in Miami-Dade County with 12 homes for sale right now. Homes here were built starting in 1950.
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Market Overview
Altos Del Mar real estate market
There are 12 active listings for sale in Altos Del Mar right now. The median list price is $4,624,500, or about $2672 per square foot. Listings span $2,478,000 to $24,995,000, so there is inventory across most budgets. Homes are averaging 303 days on market. These figures update from the MLS as the market moves.
Altos Del Mar Market Stats
MLS data updated October 9, 2026- Active Listings
- 12
- Median List Price
- $4,624,500
- Median $/Sq Ft
- $2672
- Avg Days on Market
- 303
- Price Range
- $2,478,000 to $24,995,000
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many homes are for sale in Altos Del Mar?
- There are 12 active listings for sale in Altos Del Mar right now, and these counts update from the MLS as homes come on the market and go under contract. The top of the market here asks many times the entry level, so Altos Del Mar covers very different kinds of buyer under one name. Ask us to set up a search alert and you will see new Altos Del Mar listings the day they reach the market.
- What is the median home price in Altos Del Mar?
- The median list price in Altos Del Mar is $4,624,500, or roughly $2672 per square foot. The median is the midpoint of what is currently listed, so about half of Altos Del Mar homes ask more and half ask less, within a broader range of $2,478,000 to $24,995,000. The median sits in the lower part of that range, so most Altos Del Mar homes are nearer the entry level and a few high-end listings pull the top up. We can pull recent comparable sales to price a specific home more precisely.
- What price range do homes in Altos Del Mar cover?
- Homes for sale in Altos Del Mar currently range from about $2,478,000 at the entry level to $24,995,000 at the top of the market. That spread reflects the local mix, from smaller condos and townhomes up to larger single-family and luxury homes, with the median list price around $4,624,500. That is a wide spread, so Altos Del Mar genuinely holds homes at very different budgets rather than one price point. Tell us your budget and must-haves and we will send the Altos Del Mar listings that actually fit.
- How long do homes take to sell in Altos Del Mar?
- Homes in Altos Del Mar are averaging 303 days on market, measured from the day a listing goes live to the day it goes under contract. That is a slow pace, so sellers here should expect to price carefully and buyers often have time to compare before committing. Days on market in Altos Del Mar also shift with the season and with how a home is priced, so a sharply priced listing can still sell well ahead of the average.
About Altos Del Mar
Altos Del Mar, Surfside, FL, is a community in Miami-Dade County with 12 homes for sale right now. Homes here were built starting in 1950. Listings update from the MLS nightly.
Homes & Architecture
Homes for sale in Altos Del Mar
Homes for sale in Altos Del Mar offer 3 to 6 bedrooms and 3 to 6.5 baths. Floor plans span roughly 1,869 to 6,726 square feet. The mix here includes land, single family and condo homes. Current prices run from $2,478,000 to $24,995,000. The homes on the market were built between 1940 and 2025.
Schools
Schools near Altos Del Mar
Homes for sale in Altos Del Mar are typically zoned for the Surfside public schools below, based on current MLS listings. Confirm the exact attendance zone for any specific address with the Miami-Dade County school district before you buy.
- Elementary School
- Ruth K. Broad Bay Harbor K-8
- High School
- Miami Beach
HOA
Altos Del Mar HOA fees
- Median HOA fee
- $12,778/mo
- Typical range
- $10,478 to $15,712
- Lowest to highest
- $9,340 to $18,750
- Listings with a fee
- 4 of 12
Across the 4 homes for sale in Altos Del Mar that list an HOA fee, the median is $12,778 a month. Half of them fall between $10,478 and $15,712. Fees quoted quarterly or yearly are converted to a monthly figure so they compare directly.
The fee most often covers cable TV, security, sewer, trash pickup, water and internet. Coverage differs from one building or section to the next, so read what a specific listing includes before comparing it with another.
Listings here most often mention pool, other, spa hot tub, fitness center and sauna.
4 of the 5 listings that state a pet policy allow pets, often with limits.
From current MLS listings in Altos Del Mar; the figures change as homes come and go. Confirm the fee, any special assessments and the association's rules with the HOA before you buy.
Recent Sales
Recently sold homes in Altos Del Mar
These are the last 6 recorded closings in Altos Del Mar, with the price each home actually sold for rather than what it was listed at. They closed at a median of $818 per square foot. The most recent closed on September 30, 2026. Closed sales are what an appraiser and a buyer's agent will look at, so they are the starting point for pricing a home here.
Sold$1,500,000
Sold · September 30, 2026
9156 Froude Avenue
4 bed · 2 bath · 1,967 sqft · $763/sqft
$95,000 under the asking price
Sold$3,000,000
Sold · September 25, 2026
9172 Carlyle Avenue
4 bed · 3 bath · 2,239 sqft · $1,340/sqft
$495,000 under the asking price
Sold$1,350,000
Sold · August 27, 2026
9516 Byron Avenue
3 bed · 2 bath · 1,705 sqft · $792/sqft
$149,500 under the asking price
Sold$1,457,500
Sold · August 18, 2026
9264 Byron Avenue
3 bed · 2 bath · 1,485 sqft · $981/sqft
$192,500 under the asking price
Sold$1,400,000
Sold · July 31, 2026
9033 Carlyle Avenue
3 bed · 3 bath · 1,712 sqft · $818/sqft
$80,000 under the asking price
Sold$1,450,000
Sold · July 27, 2026
9225 Byron Avenue
3 bed · 2 bath · 1,799 sqft · $806/sqft
$35,000 under the asking price
See every recorded sale in Altos Del Mar or find out what your Altos Del Mar home is worth.
Market & Value
Altos Del Mar market and home values
The Altos Del Mar real estate market reads best through the community's own recent activity, not a county-wide average. The median list price in Altos Del Mar is around $4,624,500, or roughly $2,672 per square foot. That sits about 672% above the Miami-Dade County median, which shows where Altos Del Mar lands in the local market. Recent asking prices have run from $2,478,000 to $24,995,000, so the home you choose within Altos Del Mar matters as much as the community average. Homes here have recently taken about 303 days to go under contract, a useful gauge of how quickly the Altos Del Mar market is moving. For pricing an offer or a listing, comparable sales within Altos Del Mar carry more weight than any headline number, since homes of the same type and size set the real range. Pure Equity can pull the active and recently sold homes in Altos Del Mar so you work from real numbers, not an estimate.
How It Compares
Altos Del Mar compared to nearby Surfside communities
Altos Del Mar carries the highest median of the 7 Surfside communities compared here. Price per square foot is the fairer comparison between communities, because it adjusts for the fact that one neighborhood builds bigger homes than another. Days on market shows how quickly each one is actually selling.
| Community | Homes | Median | $/Sq Ft | Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Altos Del Mar this page | 12 | $4,624,500 | $2,672 | 303 |
| Solimar | 6 | $1,599,000 | $942 | 246 |
| The Waves | 3 | $1,237,500 | $918 | 266 |
| Spiaggia Ocean | 4 | $706,000 | $882 | 142 |
| Manatee | 4 | $650,000 | $635 | 123 |
| The Waverly At Surfside | 11 | $649,900 | $677 | 390 |
| 9500 Oceans | 4 | $607,000 | $653 | 296 |
Medians come from active listings in each community and move as inventory turns over. They describe the homes currently for sale, not what any one home is worth.
Who It Suits
Is Altos Del Mar right for you?
It helps to know who Altos Del Mar tends to suit before you tour. Altos Del Mar suits a range of buyers, from first-time owners to move-up families, who want a home in Surfside with the everyday conveniences of the area close by. On price, Altos Del Mar sits at the luxury end of the market, where buyers weigh the specific home, its finishes, and its setting closely. Whether Altos Del Mar is right for you depends on how you plan to use the home, full time or seasonally, and Pure Equity can walk you through the tradeoffs before you commit.
Amenities & Lifestyle
Living in Altos Del Mar
Altos Del Mar is a residential neighborhood, and its homeowners association maintains the shared areas and community standards.
Location
Altos Del Mar location
Altos Del Mar is located in Surfside, part of Miami-Dade County, Florida. Residents are close to the shopping, dining, schools, and parks of the Surfside area, with the wider job centers, beaches, and airports of the region within driving distance.
Buying in Altos Del Mar
Buying a home in Altos Del Mar
The buying process in Altos Del Mar is the one used across Miami-Dade County. Getting a mortgage pre-approval first tells you your real budget and lets you move quickly when the right home comes up. Property taxes factor into the monthly payment: the median annual property tax in Miami-Dade County is about $3,516. Florida's homestead exemption lowers the taxable value of a primary residence, and the Save Our Homes cap limits how fast that assessed value can rise from year to year. Budget for homeowners insurance as well. Rates in Florida reflect wind and flood exposure, so gather quotes early and check whether a specific address sits in a FEMA flood zone. Once you are under contract, plan for a home inspection and, if you are financing, a lender appraisal, both of which fall inside the inspection period. Working with an agent who knows Surfside means you see new listings in Altos Del Mar the day they reach the market.
Selling in Altos Del Mar
Selling a home in Altos Del Mar
Selling a home in Altos Del Mar starts with pricing it correctly for current conditions. List prices in Altos Del Mar currently center around $4,624,500, which is a starting reference for where a comparable home might be positioned. Homes that are decluttered, professionally photographed, and priced to recent comparable sales tend to draw the most interest in the first two weeks, when a listing is newest and gets the most views. Florida sellers usually pay the documentary stamp tax on the deed, currently $0.70 per $100 of the sale price in most counties, along with prorated property taxes and, by local custom in many areas, the owner's title insurance policy. We provide a no-obligation home valuation for Altos Del Mar owners in Surfside, so you can see what your property could sell for before you commit to listing.
Thinking of Selling?
What is your Altos Del Mar home worth?
Online estimates miss what makes a home different. Tell us about yours and a licensed listing agent will send you a pricing opinion based on what has actually closed near you in Altos Del Mar.
Listing agents and seller representation in Altos Del Mar
Thinking about selling in Altos Del Mar? The agent you pick shapes two numbers: what your home closes for, and how long it takes. A listing agent, also called a seller's agent, prices the property against what has actually closed nearby. They also prepare and market it, screen the offers that arrive, and negotiate the terms rather than just the price.
Conditions in Altos Del Mar sit close to balanced, which rewards sellers who price against real closed sales instead of neighboring asking prices. Homes here are averaging about 303 days from listing to accepted offer, so build that into your moving timeline.
Community-level detail matters most here. Association rules, what the fees cover, and which buildings sell fastest all affect your outcome. So does whether a buyer needs board approval before closing. None of it appears in a listing description. All of it decides whether a sale closes on time.
Pure Equity is a licensed Florida brokerage serving Altos Del Mar. Onias Derilus is the broker of record, Florida Real Estate Broker license BK3276618. A broker holds a higher license than an agent working under one. In practice that means the person advising you on price is also the one legally responsible for the file. That matters most when a deal gets complicated.
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Realtors and real estate agents serving Altos Del Mar
People search for realtors, real estate agents, and real estate brokers more or less interchangeably. For most purposes the job title matters less than licensing and representation. Every licensed agent in Florida works under a broker. That broker carries final responsibility for the transaction.
What separates real estate professionals in Altos Del Mar is specificity. Can they answer questions about your street, not just your city? Ask what they have closed nearby and how they arrived at a price. A grounded answer cites particular recent sales. It also explains why those homes compare to yours. Vague reassurance is the warning sign.
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Buyer's agents in Altos Del Mar
A buyer's agent represents the purchaser rather than the owner. They identify properties that actually fit and research what comparable homes sold for, not what they asked. They also advise on offer strategy. Finally, they manage inspection and financing deadlines through to closing.
Where buyers have room to negotiate, as they do in Altos Del Mar, the leverage is only worth something if you know where it exists and what to ask for. If you are buying and selling at the same time, which is common for people moving within Miami-Dade County, sequencing the two is its own skill: contingencies, timing, and what happens if one closing slips all need planning before either home goes on the market.
What representation costs
Real estate commissions are negotiable. No law, multiple listing service, or association sets them. If an agent tells you there is a standard rate, they are misinforming you. What you pay is agreed between you and the brokerage you hire. Get it in writing before the work begins.
Industry rules changed in 2024. Now a buyer and their agent must put compensation in a written buyer agreement before touring homes together. Sellers may still offer to contribute toward the buyer's side. However, that is negotiated rather than assumed. It is worth thinking through with your listing agent before you go live.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I find a listing agent in Altos Del Mar?
Ask any listing agent you interview two questions. Which homes have they closed near Altos Del Mar, and how did they arrive at their suggested price? A grounded answer names recent closed sales. It also explains why those homes compare to yours. With a median around $4,624,500 here, the gap between realistic pricing guidance and optimistic guidance is real money. Verify the license too. Florida licenses are public and searchable through the state's DBPR portal. Pure Equity is a licensed brokerage serving Miami-Dade County. You can reach the broker directly at (561) 835-5400.
What does a seller's agent actually do?
A seller's agent prices the home against comparable closed sales. Before it goes live, they advise on repairs and presentation. Then they handle photography and marketing, and put the home in front of buyers and other agents. When offers arrive, they screen them and negotiate both price and terms. Terms matter as much as the number, because inspection windows, financing contingencies, and closing dates all affect whether an offer reaches the closing table.
How much does a real estate agent cost in Altos Del Mar?
Commissions are fully negotiable. No law or real estate board sets them. What you pay is whatever you and your brokerage agree to in writing before work begins. Since the 2024 rule changes, buyers and their agents must agree compensation in a written buyer agreement before touring homes. Any seller contribution toward the buyer's side is negotiated rather than automatic. Ask any agent you interview to put their fee in writing.
What is the difference between a realtor, a real estate agent, and a broker?
A real estate agent holds a state license to represent buyers and sellers. A broker holds a higher-level license and can operate a brokerage. That broker also carries final legal responsibility for the office's transactions. Realtor is a membership term for agents belonging to the National Association of Realtors. For someone buying or selling in Altos Del Mar, three practical questions matter. Is the person licensed, who do they represent in your transaction, and what can they actually tell you about your local market?
Do I need an agent to buy a home in Altos Del Mar?
You are not legally required to use one, but most buyers in Altos Del Mar do. A buyer's agent handles the parts that are easy to get wrong. That means identifying what comparable homes actually closed for, spotting condition or association issues early, and managing inspection and financing deadlines. Even in a slower market, negotiating room is only useful if you know where it exists.
Can one agent help me sell my current home and buy the next one?
Yes. For people moving within Miami-Dade County it is often the more practical route, because one person coordinates both timelines. Sequencing is the hard part. Should your purchase be contingent on your sale? How would you cover a gap if the closings do not line up? What happens if one side is delayed? Plan all of that before either home is listed, rather than after an offer arrives.
Public Records
Look up Altos Del Mar property records
Anything on this page that affects what a home costs to own, assessed value, exemptions, flood zone, is published by a public agency. These are the official sources, not our summaries of them.
Miami-Dade County Property Appraiser
Assessed value, homestead exemption status, and recorded sales history for any parcel.
FEMA Flood Map Service Center
Look up the official flood zone for an address before you budget for insurance.
Florida Department of Revenue, property taxes
How Florida assesses property, and which exemptions you can claim.
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