Ocean 88 — Resident Reviews, Pros & Cons
Surfside, Surfside, FL · What renters actually say about living here, distilled from public reviews. Updated Jul 2026.
Address
8855 Collins Ave, Surfside, FL 33154
Floor plans
1-3 BR
Advertised rents
$3,000-$8,000 (as of 2026-07, per public listings)
Year built
1994
What residents like
- ✓Every unit includes a private balcony, a consistent feature across the building
- ✓1994 construction is newer than several of its Collins Ave neighbors, meaning more modern building systems
- ✓On-site pool and fitness center are available to residents
- ✓98-unit size keeps regular availability across 1-3 bedroom layouts
Common complaints
- ✕Rent runs noticeably higher than older buildings on the same stretch given the oceanfront positioning and larger unit mix
- ✕As a condominium, each unit is individually owned and rented, so amenities inside vary by owner even though the building shell is consistent
- ✕No dedicated on-site leasing staff — renters coordinate with individual owners or listing agents
Our take
Ocean 88 is a 98-unit, 12-story oceanfront condominium completed in 1994, offering 1-3 bedroom units each with a private balcony plus a shared pool and fitness center. It commands some of the higher rents on this stretch of Collins Avenue, reflecting its larger unit mix and newer-than-average construction.
Amenities
Swimming poolFitness centerPrivate balconies24-hour building accessWaterfront
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.