Southgate Towers — Resident Reviews, Pros & Cons
Flamingo Lummus, Miami Beach, FL · What renters actually say about living here, distilled from public reviews. Updated Jul 2026.
Neighborhood
Flamingo Lummus
Address
900 West Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Floor plans
Studio-3 BR
Advertised rents
$2,230-$4,753 (as of 2026-07, per public listings)
Pet friendly
Yes
Website
What residents like
- ✓Frequently described by residents as feeling like a genuine community rather than just a building, with staff singled out by name for good service
- ✓Bay views and floor-to-ceiling windows are a recurring highlight, along with the multiple pools and marina
- ✓Renovated units with modern finishes (granite, tile, smart-home features) come up often in positive feedback
Common complaints
- ✕A subset of reviews describe serious management and safety complaints, including slow response to maintenance and security incidents
- ✕Elevator and laundry-room reliability issues are mentioned by multiple reviewers
- ✕Experience appears to vary significantly by which building/tower and management team a resident is under
Our take
A large bayfront high-rise community on West Avenue popular with renters who want resort amenities (multiple pools, marina, EV charging) close to South Beach. Reviews are notably split — many residents rave about the community feel and staff, while others cite serious management and maintenance lapses, so experiences seem to depend heavily on which tower and era of management a renter encounters.
Amenities
Infinity-edge poolLap poolPoolside cabanasBayside loungePrivate marinaEV chargingGranite countertopsIn-unit washer/dryer
About these pros & cons
How we build these pages: we read publicly available resident reviews (Google, ApartmentRatings, Yelp, Reddit and similar) for each community and summarize the recurring themes in our own words. We don't copy review text, we don't display star ratings we didn't compute, and no complex has paid to appear or to have anything removed. Cons reflect what residents report — experiences vary. Rent ranges come from public listings and change often; always confirm current pricing, fees and policies with the property directly.
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