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Palm Beach Island Oceanfront
36 residences across two six-story towers on four oceanfront acres at 3000 South Ocean Boulevard, Palm Beach. Completed 2006.
Market Intelligence
About The Building
Bellaria is a 36-unit oceanfront condominium at 3000 South Ocean Boulevard in Palm Beach, completed in 2006. Two six-story Mediterranean-style towers sit on approximately four acres with 400 feet of direct beach frontage. The building is gated, with four residences per floor and 18 units per tower.
Residences range from approximately 2,500 to over 8,000 square feet, with three to five bedrooms. Standard units have 10- to 11-foot ceilings; penthouses reach 14 to 17 feet. Floor plans are flow-through, with eastern ocean exposure and western Intracoastal views. Each unit has a private elevator landing, imported marble flooring, and a wraparound terrace. Two private garage spaces are included per residence.
Building amenities include a pool and heated spa, 400 feet of private beach, two tennis courts, a screening room, fitness center, game room, social room with catering kitchen, and a 24-hour manned gatehouse with concierge and valet service.
Within the Palm Beach Island oceanfront competitive set, Bellaria’s density of four units per floor and private garage parking distinguish it from larger buildings like 3550 South Ocean or Claridge, which have higher unit counts per floor. The trade-off is a 2006 construction date: buyers should expect that kitchens, bathrooms, and systems in unrenovated units will need updating to current standards. Renovated units at Bellaria typically command a significant premium over original-condition units at resale.
HOA fees range from approximately $5,600 to $12,200 per month depending on unit size. Fees cover security, valet, concierge, amenity maintenance, building insurance, and reserves. Bellaria requires a minimum six-month lease term; short-term and vacation rentals are not permitted. Buyers should review the building’s reserve study and recent assessment history with their attorney before making an offer.
Building Features
Residence Options
Floors 2–6
Floors 2–6
Top Floor
Residence Features
Location
Bellaria is located on the ocean side of South Ocean Boulevard in the southern portion of Palm Beach, between the Atlantic Ocean to the east and Lake Worth (the Intracoastal Waterway) to the west. R.G. Kreusler Park is immediately adjacent to the south. The building is gated, set back from the road on approximately four acres.
Worth Avenue is roughly five minutes north by car. Downtown West Palm Beach, including the Norton Museum of Art, Kravis Center for the Performing Arts, and Rosemary Square, is approximately 12 minutes across the Intracoastal. Palm Beach International Airport is about 15 minutes.
Common Questions
Bellaria’s closest comparisons are 3550 South Ocean, Claridge, and Sloan’s Curve. What separates Bellaria is its density: four residences per floor versus six or more at most competitors, plus private two-car garages rather than valet-only or open parking. The four-acre site with 400 feet of direct beach frontage is among the largest on the island for a building of this size.
The trade-off is vintage. Bellaria was completed in 2006, which means unrenovated units will need kitchen, bathroom, and systems updates. Newer construction like The Bristol (2019) on the West Palm Beach Intracoastal offers more current finishes at a different waterfront type. We can walk you through the full Palm Beach County condominium competitive set based on your priorities.
Monthly fees range from approximately $5,600 to $12,200 depending on unit size. Coverage includes 24-hour gatehouse security, valet parking, concierge, pool and beach maintenance, landscaping, the master insurance policy, elevator maintenance, and reserve fund contributions. Owners carry their own HO-6 (interior) insurance separately.
Special assessments are voted on by the board and disclosed in the association’s financial documents. Before making an offer, we recommend reviewing the current reserve study, most recent audited financials, and board meeting minutes from the past 12 months. We can obtain these documents on your behalf.
Bellaria carries a master insurance policy covering the building structure, common areas, and shared systems. That cost is included in monthly HOA fees. Individual owners must carry a separate HO-6 policy for interior finishes, personal property, and liability.
Since 2022, Florida’s coastal insurance market has experienced significant premium increases and carrier withdrawals across Palm Beach Island. Buyers should confirm the current master policy coverage limits, deductible structure (including any named-storm or percentage-based wind deductibles), and whether flood coverage is included or requires a separate policy. We can provide the current master policy declarations page and loss history for review with your insurance advisor.
Bellaria is a direct oceanfront building on Palm Beach Island, which places it within a FEMA flood zone requiring flood insurance for any unit with a federally backed mortgage. Palm Beach Island participates in FEMA’s Community Rating System, which can reduce flood insurance premiums for qualifying properties.
Beach renourishment along the southern Palm Beach coastline is managed by Palm Beach County in coordination with the Army Corps of Engineers. Buyers evaluating long-term asset risk should review the building’s elevation certificate, current flood insurance costs, and the county’s shoreline management plans. These factors are increasingly material to both insurance costs and resale liquidity for direct oceanfront properties in South Florida.
Florida’s post-Surfside legislation (SB 4-D) requires milestone structural inspections for buildings three stories or higher by age 30, with recertification every 10 years. Coastal buildings within three miles face the requirement at 25 years. Bellaria, completed in 2006, will approach its first required milestone inspection in the early 2030s. The same legislation requires associations to maintain fully funded reserves.
Buyers should review the association’s current reserve study, any existing structural engineer’s reports, and funded reserve status before making an offer. We can help you obtain these documents and connect you with a Florida condominium attorney if needed.
Bellaria was completed in 2006, and many original-condition units will benefit from kitchen, bathroom, and systems updates. The association maintains renovation guidelines covering construction hours, contractor insurance, noise restrictions, and material delivery procedures. Renovations require board approval, and timelines can extend during Palm Beach’s peak season due to permitting volume and the association’s scheduling constraints.
As a practical matter, buyers should anticipate 12 to 18 months from closing to completion for a significant renovation. Renovated units at Bellaria have historically traded at a meaningful premium over original-condition units. An original-condition unit at a lower price per square foot may carry substantial embedded renovation cost, which is an important factor when evaluating asking prices.
With 36 total residences, Bellaria typically sees fewer than five closed sales per year. This is consistent with other low-density oceanfront buildings on Palm Beach Island, but it means buyers should treat Bellaria as a relatively illiquid asset compared to larger buildings or condominiums on the West Palm Beach Intracoastal with higher unit counts.
Not all available units are publicly listed. Some trade privately through networks like Compass Private Exclusives. We track all 36 units and can advise on upcoming availability before it reaches the open market. Contact us to discuss current opportunities.
With four residences per floor, side-by-side combinations are physically possible and have occurred in the building. Combining requires board approval and involves structural modifications, electrical panel consolidation, plumbing rerouting, and potentially HVAC reconfiguration. Buyers should budget for architectural and engineering review before closing, as feasibility and cost vary by floor and tower position.
A combined unit at Bellaria would create a residence of approximately 5,000 to 7,000+ square feet on a single floor, which is difficult to replicate in any other oceanfront building on Palm Beach Island at this density. Confirm the association’s current combination policy before committing to a purchase contingent on this approach.
Bellaria requires a minimum six-month lease term. Short-term and vacation rentals are not permitted, and tenants are subject to board approval. This restriction supports price stability and limits transient occupancy, which is relevant for buyers evaluating the building as a seasonal residence.
Some owners lease their units during off-season months, typically May through October. If rental income is part of your ownership calculus, we can provide recent lease comparables and estimated annual carrying costs for a net income analysis.
Each residence includes two private, enclosed garage spaces within the building. This is a meaningful differentiator on Palm Beach Island, where most oceanfront condominiums offer valet-only parking or assigned spaces in a shared open garage rather than private, enclosed bays.
Valet service is also available at the main entrance for convenience and guest parking. Owners with larger vehicles should confirm clearance heights and bay dimensions with the management office, as garage specifications vary by level.
Pets are allowed at Bellaria. Breed and size restrictions may apply, and pets are typically restricted to certain elevators and building entrances. The four-acre grounds accommodate daily walks within the property.
Palm Beach Island has limited public off-leash areas, so owners with dogs should plan accordingly. Contact us for the current pet policy documentation from the association before purchasing if this is a factor in your decision.
Bellaria provides front-desk concierge services and 24-hour valet parking but does not operate guest suites or a branded hotel service program. This distinguishes it from hotel-branded residences like Ritz-Carlton Singer Island, which include guest suite access and hotel-managed services at higher carrying costs.
For visiting guests, The Breakers is approximately 10 minutes north and the Four Seasons Palm Beach is approximately 15 minutes south. Bellaria’s screening room, social room with catering kitchen, and summer bar terrace are available for private resident entertaining.
Bellaria units trade infrequently, and not all opportunities are publicly listed. Contact us to discuss current availability, recent comparable sales, and whether this building fits your requirements.
