Waldorf Astoria Residences Miami

Current Position

Construction Watch

The project is actively under construction. Reporting dated August 27, 2026 describes work beginning on the ninth and final structural cube. That is a construction milestone, not completion: interiors, building systems, inspections and handover remain separate steps.

Current completion expectation: 2028, subject to change. RET will distinguish reported progress from developer confirmations and the delivery provisions in the buyer’s contract. This page does not claim a site inspection or a guaranteed handover date.

Construction source: The American Developer, August 27, 2026; reviewed October 5, 2026.

Pricing & Payment

Current pricing, remaining residences and the deposit schedule are awaiting a dated sales-team response. RET will request a unit-specific quotation rather than present an old advertised starting price as current inventory.

Compare the total cash required before closing, payment milestones, estimated association charges and which services carry additional fees.

Who It Suits

A buyer looking for a Downtown Miami base who values residential service, high-rise living and the ability to plan around a construction timetable. It deserves closer consideration when proximity to the city’s business and cultural life matters more than a beachfront doorstep.

For a fixed move-in deadline, RET would compare completed homes alongside this project. For a second home, we would first confirm usage rules, guest policies, ongoing costs and the practical experience of arrival, parking and building services.

How It Compares

Against Waldorf Astoria Pompano Beach, the first decision is Downtown living versus an oceanfront setting—not simply the shared brand. Compare the actual residence, exposure, service arrangements and purchase terms independently.

Against Faena’s Miami River offering, focus on which location and residential experience better fit your routine. Compare usable layout, privacy, expected carrying costs and delivery flexibility before assigning value to the name or skyline profile.

RET View

The strongest case is a buyer who actively wants this Downtown lifestyle and can remain flexible on timing. We would start with a specific residence and ask whether its layout, outlook and ownership terms justify the premium compared with both other new developments and finished homes.

Before recommending a purchase, RET wants current inventory, a clear payment schedule, realistic carrying costs and a written construction update. Those details turn a striking project into a decision that can be evaluated on your terms.

Sources & Verification

Last verified October 5, 2026. Project facts are supported by the sources below. Analysis is by RET.

• Official project positioning and marketed height
• Official development and design team
• Official project fact sheet
• Dated construction and delivery reporting

What RET Is Watching

• Progress beyond the reported final structural cube.
• Exterior enclosure, interior work, building-system tests and occupancy approvals.
• Whether the 2028 expectation and contract delivery provisions remain aligned.

Confidence Level

Comparison confidence: Moderate at project level. Dated sources support the identity, location and proposed design. Get current written availability, terms, annual costs and delivery timing for the exact residence. This is a description of the information available, not an investment rating or a completion guarantee.

Current RET-Tracked Availability

No publicly eligible MLS units are currently tracked by RET for this project. Developer-direct availability may differ.