1 Arkup Floating Mansion Miami Location & Neighborhood
Miami Beach & Brickell area (floating residence), Miami, FL
The Neighborhood
What's within reach.
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Miami Beach coastlines (anywhere) VariableOn-site
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Brickell marinas Available docking0.5 mi
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Atlantic Ocean Direct accessOn-site
Life at 1 Arkup Floating Mansion Miami
1 Arkup is unlike any other residential offering in Miami — combining the lifestyle of a luxury home with the autonomous mobility of a yacht. Miami, no stranger to hurricanes, has sunk beneath research that points to a future of even faster winds, even more storms, and rising sea levels. 1 Arkup floats above those concerns — literally.
Solar-Powered & Hurricane-Resilient
Fully solar-powered with hurricane-resilient construction. Self-adjusts to rising sea levels — a 'future-proof' dwelling for a future of even faster winds and rising seas.
Hydraulic Jack to Ocean Floor
272-horsepower hydraulic jack system docks 1 Arkup to the ocean floor in up to 20 feet of water — providing stable foundation in storms and calm waters alike.
75-Foot Vessel Dimensions
75-foot floating residence. 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, and a 775 sq ft living room with floor-to-ceiling windows offering uninterrupted ocean views. Miniature infinity balcony.
Artefacto Furnished Interiors
Furnished by Brazilian design brand Artefacto in beige and white and greys with tiny pops of terracotta. Established Miami vessel ambiance, thanks to Arkup and Artefacto collaboration.
Total Autonomy
Combination of solar power, hydraulic stability, and self-sustaining systems creates total autonomy. The vessel doesn't cross major seas but can move along coastlines.
1 Arkup Floating Mansion Miami Investment & Market Outlook
Why Miami Beach Pre-Construction Outperforms
South Florida pre-construction has historically delivered double-digit appreciation between contract and delivery, especially in branded residences. Miami Beach specifically has seen sustained demand from international buyers seeking US dollar-denominated real estate, tax advantages from Florida's no-income-tax structure, and currency hedging against home-market inflation.
Branded residences like 1 Arkup Floating Mansion Miami typically command 25–35% price premiums over comparable non-branded inventory in the same submarket, and resale price retention has consistently outpaced the broader Miami condo index over the past decade.
Friends & Family Pricing
As pre-construction specialists with direct developer relationships, we offer qualified buyers access to friends-and-family pricing — typically 4–8% below current public release pricing — along with extended deposit schedules, custom unit selection, and priority on the most desirable exposures and floors.
Deposit Structure
Standard Miami Beach pre-construction deposit structures range from 20% at contract to 50% by delivery, with milestone payments at groundbreaking, top-off, and certificate of occupancy. 1 Arkup Floating Mansion Miami follows the Miami Beach market standard. Our team can walk you through the full deposit schedule and any current developer incentives reducing the at-contract deposit requirement.
How to Reserve a Residence at 1 Arkup Floating Mansion Miami
Pre-construction purchases follow a different path than resale transactions. Here's what to expect, step by step.
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Initial Consultation
We start with a 30-minute call to understand your goals — primary residence, investment, legacy asset — and walk you through current availability, pricing tiers, and the floor plans best suited to your needs.
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Floor Plan Selection & Reservation
Once you've narrowed your selection, a refundable reservation deposit (typically $25,000–$100,000) holds your residence for 14–30 days while contracts are prepared. You'll receive the full developer reservation package and the most current pricing for your specific unit.
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Contract & First Deposit
The purchase contract is executed with the developer, and the first deposit (typically 10–20% of the purchase price) is wired to the developer's escrow account at a Florida-licensed institution. All funds are protected under Florida pre-construction escrow law until milestones are reached.
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Construction Milestones
Subsequent deposits are released as construction reaches defined milestones — typically groundbreaking, top-off, and certificate of occupancy. You'll receive quarterly construction updates, photo documentation, and the option to tour the unit once interiors are roughed in.
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Closing & Delivery
At closing, the final balance is funded (cash or financing via approved lenders), title transfers, and you receive keys. Closing typically occurs 30–60 days after the developer issues the certificate of occupancy. Move-in coordination, designer access, and Mercedes-Benz/Bentley/Armani concierge enrollment all happen at this stage.
1 Arkup Floating Mansion Miami FAQs
Answers to the most common questions about 1 Arkup Floating Mansion Miami pricing, amenities, and policies. For anything else, our team is here to help.
How much does 1 Arkup cost?
1 Arkup pricing starts at approximately $5.5 million for the 75-foot floating mansion. The vessel is sold as a complete furnished residence — including Artefacto-designed interiors and all systems.
Is 1 Arkup real estate or a vessel?
1 Arkup is technically a vessel rather than fixed real estate — but functions as a floating mansion. It can be docked at private marinas or in shallow water (up to 20 feet) via hydraulic jack system. Different ownership/title structure than typical condominium real estate.
Who developed 1 Arkup?
1 Arkup was developed by Arkup Inc. — founded in 2016 in Miami as a next-generation floating home developer. The first vessel (Arkup #1) was unveiled at the Miami Yacht Show in February 2019. Furnished by Brazilian design brand Artefacto.
How is 1 Arkup hurricane-resilient?
1 Arkup is solar-powered and hurricane-resilient through several engineering features: (1) hydraulic jack system that docks the vessel to the ocean floor in up to 20 feet of water providing stable foundation during storms, (2) reinforced construction, (3) self-sustaining solar power eliminating utility dependency. The vessel also self-adjusts to rising sea levels — making it 'future-proof' for South Florida's climate trajectory.
What's included in 1 Arkup?
4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 775 sq ft living room with floor-to-ceiling windows offering uninterrupted ocean views, miniature infinity balcony, Artefacto-furnished interiors in beige/white/grey with terracotta accents, full solar power system, hydraulic jack docking system (272 horsepower), self-adjusting flood/wave systems.
How big is 1 Arkup?
1 Arkup is a 75-foot floating residence. The 775 sq ft living room features floor-to-ceiling windows. Plus 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
Can 1 Arkup travel?
1 Arkup can move along coastlines but won't cross major seas. The vessel sets its own foundation via hydraulic jack to the ocean floor in up to 20 feet of water. Movement at 272 horsepower.
Where can 1 Arkup be docked?
1 Arkup can be docked at private marinas in the Miami area (Brickell-area marinas, Miami Beach marinas, etc.) or anchored in shallow water via hydraulic jack. Specific docking arrangements are buyer-decided.
