25°43′N — 80°15′W
Quiet Luxury · Coral Gables · Est. 1926
Tahiti Beach
Guard-Gated Private Island · Bridge-Free Bay Access · Coral Gables, Miami-Dade County, Florida
Total Residences
26–29
ENTRY PRICE
$15M+
Annual Liquidity
Ultra-Rare
Security
Double-Gated
A · The Identifier
The Identifier
Conceived in 1926 by Coral Gables founder George Merrick, Tahiti Beach began as an exclusive, South Seas-themed resort playground. Today it stands as Miami's premier “gated community within a gated community,” safely nested behind the secure master gates of Cocoplum. This private island sanctuary consists of only 26 to 29 custom estates, offering unparalleled privacy for ultra-high-net-worth families.
Positioned directly on Biscayne Bay, the community is a highly secure natural reserve offering deep-water maritime access and robust capital preservation. Tahiti Beach features a collection of sprawling, custom-designed estates — from classic Mediterranean to modern transitional — chosen by elite athletes and business leaders for unmatched security and quiet luxury, entirely isolated from outside traffic and directly connected to Biscayne Bay without a single fixed bridge.
“A private island sanctuary — gated within a gated community, on the open waters of Biscayne Bay.”
B · Technical Data Sheet
C · Nautical Specifications & Air Connectivity
Strategic Access Specifications
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Fixed Bridges
None
Direct, bridge-free navigation to the open waters of Biscayne Bay. With zero vertical height restrictions, the enclave easily accommodates tall-rig sailing yachts and high-clearance sportfishers.
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Waterfront & Docks
18–21
18 to 21 waterfront estates with private deep-water docks. Deep-water bayfront with canal-front lots accommodating mid-size drafts, plus priority access to the fully staffed Cocoplum Yacht Club marina.
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Cocoplum Yacht Club
Private
Priority resident access to the fully staffed Cocoplum Yacht Club marina, plus a private community beach for launching paddleboards, kayaks, and tenders — an entirely self-contained maritime lifestyle.
For global corporate executives, the island's strategic position off Old Cutler Road provides rapid, secure transit to Miami's primary private aviation FBOs:
| Miami International Airport (MIA) |
~15–20 min — Signature Aviation & Fontainebleau Aviation; 13,000+ ft runways; 24/7 Customs. |
| Miami Executive Airport (TMB) |
~25–30 min — Signature & Atlantic Aviation FBOs; 5,002 ft runway; private customs. |
| Miami Opa-Locka Executive Airport (OPF) |
~30–35 min — Atlantic, Signature & Fontainebleau FBOs; 8,002 ft runway.
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The School Factor
Elite Education Proximity A Primary Driver of Property Value Preservation
| School | Distance | Profile |
| Carrollton School of the Sacred Heart | ~5 min (1.24 mi) | Grades PK–12 | Premier all-girls Catholic prep focused on leadership |
| Ransom Everglades School | ~5 min (1.48 mi) | Grades 6–12 | Highly rigorous prep featuring elite bayfront campuses |
| Gulliver Preparatory School | ~5 min | Grades PK–12 | World-class International Baccalaureate (IB) program |
| University of Miami | ~5 min (3.1 mi) | Elite national research university anchoring the Coral Gables core |
| Sunset Elementary School | ~10 min (1.81 mi) | Public “A”-rated school offering French, Spanish & German tracks |
Advisory Note: Immediate proximity to top-tier private academies shields Tahiti Beach from broader real estate corrections by maintaining consistent demand from affluent families. Admission is selective; early engagement with admissions offices is advisable. Access from the island is direct — no highway crossings, no congested corridors.
E · Lifestyle & Strategic Distances
The Influence Radius
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The Village of Merrick Park |
~5–10 min — Open-air luxury shopping (Gucci, Louis Vuitton, Equinox) |
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Miracle Mile (Downtown Coral Gables) |
~10 min — Vibrant commercial core with fine dining and boutiques |
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Doctors Hospital (Baptist Health) |
~8 min (3.0 mi) — Premier orthopedics, sports medicine & executive health |
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Brickell Financial District |
~12–17 min (7.9 mi) — Miami's financial core; accessible for asset managers |
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Coconut Grove Village Center |
~5–10 min — Historic bayfront neighborhood with yacht clubs and organic dining |
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Cocoplum Yacht Club |
On-island — Fully staffed marina with priority resident access |
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Private Beach & Reserve |
On-island — Sandy beach, tennis courts & quiet park, isolated from outside traffic |
F · Comparative Summary
Asset Overview
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Privacy Level |
Extreme — Manned double-gated terrestrial access; 24/7 roving patrols |
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Architectural Vibe |
Palatial — Mediterranean, Italian Palazzo & Transitional Modern |
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Nautical Restriction |
None — Direct, bridge-free passage to open water for deep-draft yachts |
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Waterfront Lots |
High — ~18 to 21 waterfront properties featuring private docks |
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HOA Fees |
$135,000 initial fee; quarterly dues of ~$9,000 |
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Entry Price |
~$15,000,000 (2026 baseline for dry lots; waterfront starts higher) |
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School Access |
Elite — Immediate proximity to Ransom, Carrollton & University of Miami |
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Air Access (FBO) |
Immediate — ~15 to 35 min to MIA, TMB & OPF private terminals |
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Tax Jurisdiction |
City of Coral Gables (Miami-Dade); zero Florida state income tax |
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Key Differentiator |
Guard-gated private island sanctuary with beach, reserve & yacht access |
Data sourced from Miami-Dade County public records, Southeast Florida MLS, and verified FBO distance guides. All pricing reflects active market conditions as of 2026 and is subject to change. For off-market inquiries, direct engagement is required.
Tahiti Beach · Coral Gables
Private Island – Waterfront – Timeless.
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