By Adrian Sanchez
WIRE Miami Founder & Managing Broker
February 2026

The Lauderdale Pricing & Floor Plans 2026

Complete breakdown of The Lauderdale's unit pricing by type, floor plan analysis, deposit structure, and cost per square foot. Studio to 3-bedroom+den options from $656,400 to $2.1M.

Pricing Overview by Unit Type

The Lauderdale delivers 422 residences across 42 stories with exceptional pricing for a full-service Miami luxury tower. Here's the complete breakdown: studios start at $656,400 (547 SF), one-bedrooms range from $736,800 to $877,392 (614+ SF), and three-bedrooms with dens reach $2.1M+ for 1,688 SF units.

On WIRE exclusive pre-launch pricing, our buyer base is seeing an average value of approximately $1,237 per square foot across our curated inventory—a genuine advantage compared to post-opening market rates. This pricing reflects early-bird positioning in what's shaping up to be Fort Lauderdale's most significant waterfront delivery in a decade.

Floor Plan Design & Functionality

Michael London Design—who's done stellar work on high-profile projects like the Mandarin Oriental and Four Seasons Miami—created floor plans that maximize outdoor space and natural light. The units are generous. You're getting actual square footage here, not marketing-speak.

Studios and one-bedrooms lead with deep terraces and bay windows on most plans. The two-bedroom units split into two main configurations: corner plans with wraparound terraces (those are the desirable ones), and line-layout plans if you prefer a more traditional flow. Three-bedrooms give you real separation for a guest suite or home office—important in post-pandemic Miami.

Deposit Structure & Payment Timeline

The Lauderdale uses a straightforward deposit schedule: 5% at contract signing ($5,000 minimum), then 5% increments as you hit specific construction milestones. This spreads out your commitment over time—you're not dumping 20% or 25% upfront like some Miami projects.

Total deposit: 20% of purchase price, paid in five 5% tranches tied to construction phases. The final 80% comes at closing. If you're financing, your lender will want to see clear milestone dates, so ask for the full construction timeline when you're in discussion with the builder. From a buyer perspective, the 20% deposit is fair for a project at this scale and quality level.

Price Per Square Foot Analysis

On WIRE Miami's exclusive pre-launch access, units are averaging around $1,237 per square foot. Let me put that in context:

• St. Regis Residences Miami (Brickell, completed 2022): $1,650–$2,100/SF in the current market
• Mandarin Oriental Residences Miami (Brickell, completed 2021): $1,400–$1,800/SF
• Waldorf Astoria Residences (Brickell, completed 2020): $1,350–$1,700/SF

The Lauderdale's $1,237/SF entry point is legitimately lower, even accounting for location premiums. Fort Lauderdale's waterfront is appreciating, but it hasn't hit Brickell's per-square-foot levels yet. That's an opportunity. You're getting full-service tower amenities, world-class design, and 422 units—liquidity—at an earlier-stage price.

Higher-floor units and corner plans command premiums of 10–15% over base pricing, which is standard. Premium corners on the 35th floor and above will push toward $1,500–$1,600/SF. That's where you see the strongest resale potential.

Investment Value & Appreciation Potential

Fort Lauderdale's waterfront inventory is tight. Most standing inventory trades at $1,300–$1,500/SF. The Lauderdale's entry at $1,237/SF gives early buyers a 5–10% built-in advantage before the first closing occurs. By delivery (2028), I expect secondary market pricing to settle at $1,500–$1,650/SF, especially for higher floors and premium exposures.

The developer, EB5 Development Group, has a track record delivering on schedule and on budget. FSMY Architects brought institutional-grade design. Michael London's interiors read as upscale but not fussy—the kind of finishes that age well and appeal to the next buyer.

International buyer composition is strong at The Lauderdale. Fort Lauderdale is seeing renewed interest from South American buyers, European wealth, and Canadian families looking for year-round waterfront living without Brickell's density. That translates to steady demand and lower vacancy risk at delivery.

Comparing Unit Types: Which Makes Sense?

Studios ($656K–$718K): Entry-level waterfront exposure. Good for first-time buyers, international investors looking for a foothold in Florida, or cap-rate players. Minimal tenant friction, easy to rent.

1-Bedrooms ($737K–$877K): Workhorse unit type. Splits evenly between owner-occupants and investors. The 1BR+den ($985K–$1.03M) is where you see serious owner interest—that den works as a home office, guest space, or media room.

2-Bedrooms ($978K–$1.36M): Sweet spot for families moving to Fort Lauderdale. Especially the corner plans with separate access to both bedrooms. The 2BR+den ($1.43M) is underrated—that den layout appeals to professionals and international buyer/investor pairs.

3-Bedrooms ($1.32M–$1.93M, or $2.1M+ with den): Full-time resident units. Buyers at this price point want view, space, and finishes. Three-bedroom premiums are steep but justified if the plan is strong. Look for corner 3BRs on the 30th floor and above—those command top dollar.

What's Next?

The Lauderdale's pricing window is now. As units sell through (we're tracking allocation carefully), pricing by phase will increase. The current exclusive access I'm offering to WIRE Miami clients represents genuine savings—not discounts, but early positioning in a project that's priced to move.

If you're serious about The Lauderdale, now's the moment to request floor plans, pricing, and a timeline. The best units—premium corners, higher floors—move first. And at $1,237/SF, they'll be gone before most buyers even know the project exists.