Alea Miami
The OG social-living tower. Originally X Miami, now rebranded as Alea, this is the building that pioneered the hotel-lobby, co-working, activated-pool-deck model in Downtown. The energy is young, loud, and intentional. The ground-floor dining (Jaguar Sun is excellent) adds genuine lifestyle value. But 464 units sharing elevator banks means waits, and the pool deck can feel more Vegas than residential on weekends.
Why this building: Built around shared amenities and social programming, with community as the main draw.
- Neighborhood
- Downtown
- Address
- 230 NE 4th St, Miami, FL 33132
- Bedrooms
- Studio, 1BR, 2BR, 3BR
- Price range
- $2,210 to $5,240
- Year built
- 2018
- Floors
- 31
- Total units
- 464
- Pet policy
- Pet friendly, contact for details
- Walk score
- 98
- Transit score
- 100
Things to know
- Social Energy: This building is designed for interaction. Hotel-style lobby, activated pool deck, co-working lounges. If you want quiet solitude, this is not your building. If you want to meet people, it's one of the best in Miami.
- Elevator Wait Times: 464 units create real elevator congestion during peak hours. Morning rush and evening returns are the worst. Budget extra time.
- Ground-Floor Dining: Jaguar Sun (critically acclaimed cocktail bar/restaurant) is on the ground floor. It's a genuine lifestyle perk, not a generic lobby cafe.
- Pool Deck: The pool is a social scene, especially on weekends. If you want a quiet poolside read, go early morning. Afternoons and weekends are party-level energy.
- Smart Home: Units include Nest thermostats, smart entry, and solid-surface quartz finishes. The tech package is solid for the price point.
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- Downtown 5th
- Flagler on the River
- Flow Miami Worldcenter
- Melody Tower
- Miami Plaza
- Miami World Tower
- Modera Riverside
- Monarc at Met
- Muze at Met
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