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1161 NE 86th Street, Miami, FL 33138
Boat up to approx. 59' LOA — preliminary estimate, verify
Estimate only, not guaranteed. Verify before you buy or sell. Boat length is a preliminary estimate from the water frontage, not a stated dock length — verify the berth before relying on it. Saved Baker's Haulover Inlet route. Charted route depth is not a surveyed private-dock depth or confirmed boat draft; uncovered stretches need verification. Verify tide and bridge headroom with your captain.
Miami, FL, 33138
3 bd · 3 ba · 1,903 sqft · 75 ft of water
Listed by Realty Hub
1161 NE 86th Street, Miami, FL 33138
Boat up to approx. 59' LOA — preliminary estimate, verify
Estimate only, not guaranteed. Verify before you buy or sell. Boat length is a preliminary estimate from the water frontage, not a stated dock length — verify the berth before relying on it. Saved Baker's Haulover Inlet route. Charted route depth is not a surveyed private-dock depth or confirmed boat draft; uncovered stretches need verification. Verify tide and bridge headroom with your captain.
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Estimated monthly payment
$17,008/mo
Know your costs before you buy
Work through three numbers: your estimated monthly payment, the cash needed at closing, and insurance & flood.
Estimated monthly payment $17,008/mo · principal, interest, taxes, insurance and HOA. Verify before you buy.
Cash to close includes the down payment, lender and title costs, taxes, insurance prepayments and escrow deposits. Editable estimate only.
Insurance and flood: AE · verify insurance quotes before buying.
About this home
Find similar homesMotivated Seller! Priced improvement. Exceptional waterfront opportunity on one of the most beautiful Palm tree-lined streets in the exclusive Davis Harbor in desirable Miami's Upper East Side.This prime property offers 75 feet of water frontage on a wide, deep canal just moments from the open bay, with direct ocean access and no fixed bridges—a dream setting for boating enthusiasts.Major waterfront improvements have already been completed, including a newer seawall with upgraded erosion protection, jet filters, and a brand-new dock (2024), providing tremendous long-term value.The home is being sold AS IS. The house already have high impact proof windows and doors including garage doors, instant hot water heater, new roof (2024) and EV charger (2023). House was settled but approximately 70% of the foundation has already been secured, allowing the next owner to continue the renovation or take advantage of this incredible lot to design and build a spectacular custom waterfront estate. Whether you envision restoring the existing residence or creating your dream home from the ground up, the possibilities are exceptional.Ideally located less than 20 minutes from Downtown Miami, Aventura, and Miami International Airport, and only 10 minutes from the Design District and Wynwood, this rare waterfront property combines an outstanding location, premium boating access, and unlimited potential.
Ask Simon about boat size
Boat length limit: 59 ft est. — verify · Dock: Not provided — Ask Simon
min · est.
4.7 nm
low tide depth
Enter draft
bridges on the route
a tall boat passes only when they open, on their schedule
Run to the ocean
Map © Esri · saved route, planning only
Water depth on the way out
about 4 ft at low tide (estimate, canal not surveyed)
about 5.9 ft at low tide (estimate, canal not surveyed)
Charted route depths do not confirm private dock depth, current shoaling or safe passage; verify with your captain.
Today’s tide · Eastern time
Current tide prediction not provided — Ask Simon
Route bridges & sources
Bridges on the route
Broad Causeway Bridge · opens · 15.7 ft closed · Opens on the quarter and three-quarter hour
SR A1A Bal Harbour · fixed · 31.8 ft
Depth sources
Army Corps survey · Intracoastal Waterway, Miami-Dade County · surveyed Feb 13, 2025 · shallowest 10 ft on your route
Army Corps survey · Bakers Haulover Inlet · surveyed Aug 6, 2025 · shallowest 7 ft on your route
NOAA chart (updated weekly)Tides
Tides: NOAA tide predictions, nearest station
Estimate only, not guaranteed. Verify before you buy or sell.
Why we flagged this one
A transparent review of current MLS facts—not a paid placement.
Price reduced 10%
The seller has come down from $2,890,000 to $2,590,000 — a $300,000 reduction since it came on the market.
164 days on market
Longer time on market usually means the seller is more open to negotiating on price and terms.
Price reductions and days on market come from this listing's MLS record. This is an initial market signal, not a formal appraisal or full comparable market analysis.
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1161 NE 86th Street, Miami, FL 33138 · Miami
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1161 NE 86th Street, Miami, FL 33138
Dock & Draft Match™
75 ft stated water frontage less the local Miami (incl. Coconut Grove) side-line buffers; canal and inlet length limits not provided — Ask Simon; route to the Atlantic limited by the home canal, about 79 ft wide (est.). Length screen only; verify beam, draft, bridges and tides
Boat length ~59 ft · preliminary
One home, every check
Dock & Draft Match™ brings this home's dock length, low-water depth, every bridge, the ocean run, frontage and yacht size together in one place. Estimate only, not guaranteed. Verify before you buy or sell.
What buyers ask about this home
What are the estimated monthly carrying costs at 1161 NE 86th Street, Miami, FL 33138?+
Property tax (after sale): $3,062/month est.; homeowners insurance: $506/month est.; HOA: $0/month. Fixed ownership costs before a mortgage: $3,569/month est. Principal and interest: $13,439/month; PMI: $0/month. Total for the payment scenario shown: $17,008/month est. Flood insurance is not included. Estimate only, not guaranteed. Verify before you buy or sell.
Will property taxes go up after I buy 1161 NE 86th Street, Miami, FL 33138?+
Usually yes. In Florida the assessed value resets to market value in the year after a sale, so the seller's current tax bill is rarely what a new owner pays. Budget roughly 1.8–2.0% of the purchase price annually until you file for homestead exemption and the Save Our Homes cap (or the 10% non-homestead cap) starts limiting increases.
Does 1161 NE 86th Street, Miami, FL 33138 need flood insurance, and what drives the premium?+
Most of Miami sits in a FEMA flood zone, and lenders require flood coverage in high-risk zones. Premiums are driven by elevation certificate, flood zone, roof age and shape, and whether the home has impact windows or accordion shutters. Ask for the current declarations page, the four-point inspection and wind mitigation report early — they set your real cost of ownership.
What should an inspection focus on for a home like 1161 NE 86th Street, Miami, FL 33138?+
In coastal South Florida, prioritize roof age and permit history, whether windows and doors are impact-rated, the seawall and dock condition on waterfront lots, drainage and elevation, plumbing type (cast iron and polybutylene are common in homes of this era), and any open or expired permits with the city. These items, not cosmetics, drive both price and insurability.
What extra costs come with the waterfront at 1161 NE 86th Street, Miami, FL 33138?+
Waterfront ownership adds seawall maintenance and eventual replacement, dock and lift servicing, higher flood and wind premiums, and salt-air upkeep on exterior finishes and equipment. Confirm bridge height and water depth at low tide if you plan to keep a boat.
Is there room to negotiate on 1161 NE 86th Street, Miami, FL 33138?+
This listing has been on the market 164 days. Leverage comes from days on market, price history, comparable closed sales and the seller's motivation — not from a fixed percentage. I pull the full history and the true comps before we write, so the offer is built on what the property is actually worth today. Call or text (954) 562-1798 for that analysis.
Neighborhood & Commute
Miami. Distinct neighborhoods, local dining and shopping, with downtown, Brickell and MiamiCentral as everyday destinations.
Approximate Drive Times
Drive times are estimates based on straight-line distance at typical South Florida traffic speeds. Actual times vary with traffic and routing.
Assigned schools for this address
Phyllis R. Miller Elementary School
Elementary · 0.5 mi from this home · 840 Ne 87Th St, Miami
Zone boundaries published by Miami-Dade County Public Schools.
Other options for this address
Mater Biscayne Academy North Miami Middle School
Middle school · Charter · Grades 6–8 · North Miami
Archdiocese Of Miami Virtual Catholic School
Pre-K & Kindergarten · Private · Catholic · Grades K–12 · Miami Shores
Advance Christian Academy
Pre-K & Kindergarten · Private · Christian · Grades K–12 · North Miami
Mcdonalds Playworld Community Development Inc Dba
Pre-K & Kindergarten · Private · Grades K–12 · Miami
School assignment is set by the district and can change. Always confirm the zoned school with the district before you buy.
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