Melo Group

What Melo Group does

Melo Group is a Miami-based, family-owned real estate development firm founded in 2001 by the Argentine Melo family (Carlos, Martin, and Jose Luis Melo) that develops luxury high-rise residential towers in South Florida. The company operates two product lines — Luxury Developments (condominiums for sale) and Luxury Rentals (apartment buildings) — and has delivered over 8,000 residential units across 20+ completed projects in Edgewater, Downtown Miami, Brickell, and adjacent submarkets. The portfolio includes Downtown 5th (1,042 units, 2021), Aria on the Bay (648 units, designed by Arquitectonica, 2018), Art Plaza (667 units, 2019), Miami Plaza (425 units, 2020), Square Station (710 units, 2018), and the under-construction Aria Reserve (782 units) — marketed as the tallest residential waterfront twin towers in the United States. Current pipeline includes Downtown 6 (60-story, 824 units at Miami World Center, topping off March 2026), Urban 22 (441 units), and 17 Plaza (800 units).

Name

Melo Group

Legal name

The Melo Group

Website

https://themelogroup.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2001

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Melo Group is a family-owned Miami real estate developer founded in 2001 by the Argentine Melo family, building luxury high-rise condominium and rental towers across South Florida with over 8,000 delivered units. Its current pipeline includes Downtown 6 and Aria Reserve, serving affluent buyers and renters in Edgewater, Downtown Miami, and Brickell.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Miami

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Supply Chain, Infrastructure, Personnel, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Real Estate Development and Sales: Melo Group generates revenue through the development and sale of luxury residential condominiums and rental apartments. They develop high-rise towers in South Florida, selling units to buyers and operating rental properties.
2. Rental Income: The company operates luxury rental properties including Downtown 5th, Miami Plaza, Art Plaza, Square Station, and other residential towers, generating recurring rental income from tenants.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Melo Group develops luxury residential high-rise towers in South Florida, focusing on waterfront, downtown, and transit-centric locations in Miami. The company operates two product lines: Luxury Developments (condominiums for sale) and Luxury Rentals (apartment buildings for lease), with associated ground-floor retail and commercial space.

Product overview

Melo Group is a Miami-based real estate development company with over 20 years of experience building luxury residential towers in South Florida. The company operates two main product lines: Luxury Developments (condominiums for sale) and Luxury Rentals (apartment buildings for rent). The portfolio includes iconic waterfront properties such as Aria Reserve (the tallest residential waterfront twin towers in the United States), Aria on the Bay (designed by Arquitectonica), and Downtown 5th (the largest multifamily project in downtown Miami's Central Business District). The company has delivered over 8,000 units across 20+ completed projects including Bayhouse Miami, Melody Towers, Art Plaza, Miami Plaza, Square Station, and various Biscayne properties. Current developments include Aria Reserve (under construction), Downtown 6 (60-story tower at Miami World Center), Urban 22, and 17 Plaza.

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Products and services

• Aria Reserve The tallest residential waterfront twin towers in the United States, located at 700 NE 24th Street Miami, FL 33137. Features 5+ acres of waterfront reserve, 547 linear feet on the water, and 2+ acres of exclusive amenities. Under construction with expected completion Summer 2024. 782 units.
• Aria on the Bay A 53-floor luxury waterfront tower designed by Arquitectonica, completed April 2018. Contains 648 residential units and 40,000 square feet of ground floor retail and commercial/office space. 1,035 parking spaces.
• Downtown 5th Mixed-use residential/commercial/retail property located at 55 NE 5TH Street, Miami, FL 33132. Completed June 2021. Features over 3,600 SQ FT fitness center, conference rooms, coffee lounge, two swimming pools, social room, kids room. 1,042 units. The largest multifamily project in Downtown Miami.
• Downtown 1st 57-story tower with 560 market-rate units, retail, and office space located in downtown Miami. Received $75 million construction loan from Truist Bank.
• Urban 22 441-unit residential tower in downtown Miami.
• Miami Plaza 36-story residential tower with 425 units at 1502 NE Miami PL, Miami, FL 33132. Completed May 2020. Features 8,000 SQ FT of commercial space, floor-to-ceiling sliding doors, energy-efficient tinted glass, fine European cabinetry. 24-hour concierge and security.
• Art Plaza 34-floor residential tower at 58 NE 14th Street, Miami, FL 33132. Completed June 2019. Contains 667 residential units, 15,000 Sq Ft of commercial space, 946 parking spaces.
• Square Station Residential/commercial/retail property at 1424 NE Miami Place, Miami, FL 33132. Completed June 2018. 710 residential units.
• Bayhouse Miami Luxury condominium at 600 NE 27St. Miami, FL 33137. Completed May 2015. Features expansive floor plans, panoramic bay views, private and semi-private elevators, 7-foot deep patios, floor-to-ceiling windows, 20,000 sq.ft. resort deck. 164 residential units.
• Melody Towers 36-floor residential mixed-use building at 245 NE 14 St Miami, FL 33137. Completed May 2016. Located in front of Adrienne Arsht Center, one block from Metromover. 497 residential units, 8,500 Sq Ft of retail. 746 parking spaces.
• Flagler on the River 32-floor residential/office/retail building at 340 W Flagler St. Miami, FL 33130. Completed June 2014. Located on Miami River in downtown Miami. 250 residential units, 36,000 Sq Ft of office space, 21,000 Sq Ft of retail. 383 parking spaces.
• 25 Mirage 12-floor residential building at 162 NE 25 St., Miami, FL 33137. Completed August 2014. Features state-of-the-art gym and swimming pool. One, two, and three-bedroom units. 171 residential units.
• 22 Skyview Residential/apartments building at 425 NE 22 St. Miami, FL 33137. Completed May 2014. Features sky pool deck with bay views, state-of-the-art gym, social room. 258 residential units, 14,500 Sq Ft of commercial space. 448 parking spaces.
• 23 Biscayne Bay 17-floor residential condominium at 601 NE 23 St. Miami, FL 33137. Completed May 2012. First condominium built and completely sold in Miami after the economic crisis. 96 residential units, 2 commercial spaces. 142 parking spaces.
• Oak Plaza 16-floor residential building at 1415 NW 15 Ave. Miami, FL 33125. Completed July 2012. Located in Miami-Dade County's Health District near University of Miami Health System, Jackson Memorial Hospital. 156 residential units. 224 parking spaces.
• Second Plaza Residential/retail building at 222 NE 25 St. Miami, FL 33137. Completed June 2011. Second phase of Biscayne Park. 98% occupancy rate achieved in less than four months. 90 residential units, 10,000 Sq Ft of retail space. 166 parking spaces.
• One Plaza West Brickell 21-floor residential/commercial building at 1818 SW 1ST Ave. Miami, FL 33129. Completed March 2009. 100% residential occupancy achieved in less than eight months. 188 residential units, 40,000 Sq Ft of office space. 420 parking spaces.
• 25 Biscayne Park 25-floor residential/commercial building at 250 NE 25TH St. Miami, FL 33137. Completed June 2007. Features one, two, three bedroom, loft style, and exclusive penthouse units. Nearly 100% occupancy year-round. 214 residential units, 12,500 Sq Ft of office space, 7,000 Sq Ft of commercial space. 332 parking spaces.
• 1800 Biscayne Plaza 22-floor residential/commercial building at 275 NE 18th St. Miami, FL 33132. Completed August 2005. Converted into condominium and sold out in less than a year. 195 residential units, 11 commercial units (20,000 Sq Ft). 356 parking spaces.
• 22 Biscayne Bay 14-floor residential rental building at 615 NE 22ND St. Miami, FL 33132. Completed August 2003. Features one and two bedroom apartments with three different 2-bedroom layouts. Nearly 100% occupancy year-round. 104 residential units. 104 parking spaces.
• 17 Plaza Under construction residential tower with 800 units. Part of the luxury rentals portfolio.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 8,000 residential units delivered across South Florida
• +1 more outcomes

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• ArquitectonicacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerArquitectonica, an internationally renowned architecture firm, designed Aria on the Bay. The firm has contributed to the distinctive design and architectural identity of Melo Group's luxury developments.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Terra Group: Terra Group is a Miami-based luxury real estate developer led by Pedro Martin, with a portfolio focused on high-rise residential and mixed-use projects in South Beach, Brickell, and Coconut Grove. It directly competes with Melo Group for the same luxury buyer pool and similar Miami submarkets (waterfront, downtown).
• Two Roads Development: Two Roads Development is a Miami-based luxury condo developer known for projects such as Residences by Armani/Casa and UNA Residences in Brickell. It competes head-to-head with Melo Group in the Miami ultra-luxury high-rise segment and shares the same international buyer-driven customer base.
• Related Group: Related Group is one of the largest and most established luxury condominium and rental developers in South Florida, with a deep Miami-focused portfolio including Icon Brickell, SLS Lux, and Paramount Bay. It is the most directly comparable peer to Melo Group in terms of product type (luxury high-rise), geography (Miami), and customer base (luxury domestic and international buyers).
• Mast Capital: Mast Capital is a Miami-based real estate investment and development firm focused on luxury residential and hospitality projects in South Florida. It directly competes with Melo Group in the Miami luxury high-rise segment with comparable project sizes and geographic focus.
• Ytech (Ytech International): Ytech is a Miami-based developer with luxury condominium projects in Brickell and the surrounding downtown Miami area. It competes directly with Melo Group for the same high-rise luxury product, prime downtown land parcels, and international buyer demand.
• Crescent Heights: Crescent Heights is a long-standing Miami-headquartered luxury condominium and apartment developer with a national portfolio. Its Miami focus (e.g., Porsche Design Tower, Skyrise) places it in direct competition with Melo Group for the same waterfront, luxury, high-rise segment.
• Newgard Development Group: Newgard Development Group is a Miami-based real estate firm developing luxury residential towers including Brickell Flatiron and Paramount Bay. It directly competes with Melo Group on luxury high-rise product, comparable unit counts, and overlapping Miami submarkets.
• PMG (Property Markets Group): PMG is a Miami-based luxury condominium and multifamily developer with projects such as Aston Martin Residences and The Markers. It is highly comparable to Melo Group in product (luxury high-rise), geography (Miami), customer base (international luxury buyers), and project scale.

Broad incumbents

• Lennar Corporation: Lennar is one of the largest US homebuilders with a significant South Florida multifamily and condominium footprint through LMC and Lennar Multifamily Communities. While not a luxury high-rise specialist, it competes for downtown/waterfront Miami land and buyer demand at a broader price point than Melo Group.
• Swire Properties: Swire Properties is a Hong Kong-based developer that built Brickell City Centre and other major Miami luxury and mixed-use projects. As a much larger, globally diversified incumbent with a meaningful Miami presence, it competes for similar luxury buyer demand and large-scale downtown Miami sites.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds2 records

Investors2 records

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Investments

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