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Ojus sits just inland from the Atlantic in northeast Miami-Dade, inside the High-Velocity Hurricane Zone. Much of its housing dates from the 1950s through the 1980s, with newer townhome and condo construction along Biscayne Boulevard toward Aventura. Finding a rental here is planned work. You set a move-in date, budget, bedroom count and commute, then plan around association approvals, deposit terms and hurricane-season duties written into the lease.
A licensed real-estate professional, either Premier Real Estate Group Inc or a licensed agent we refer you to, will contact you by phone or email. They can help you search, schedule showings, handle the application and review the lease. The first consultation is free and carries no obligation.
Ojus grew up around limestone quarries, and the porous limestone and high water table keep slabs, driveways and gate posts damp. Humidity and salt air add corrosion on garage door tracks, gate operators, hinges and dryer vent hoods. Air conditioning runs nearly year-round, so duct condensation, mold and clogged dryer vents are ongoing maintenance issues. Before you sign, ask who handles each of these items, what the property's flood history is, and whether the lease sets hurricane-prep responsibilities. Because many Ojus properties sit in HOA-governed townhome or gated condo communities, also ask early whether the association must approve tenants.
What to know in Ojus
Association approval before move-in
HOA-governed townhome and gated condo communities are very common in and around Ojus. Associations often require a tenant application, background screening and a fee, and many set minimum lease terms or leasing caps. Approval is not assured, so build the review time into your move-in date.
Security deposit rules
Florida's Residential Landlord and Tenant Act (Chapter 83, Part II) governs how deposits are held and the written notice a landlord must give to claim against one. There is no statewide cap on deposit amounts, so read the deposit terms in the lease carefully.
Flood history and renters insurance
Flood zones come from FEMA maps, and homes outside a Special Flood Hazard Area can still flood. With a high water table in Ojus, ask about past water intrusion and talk to an insurance agent about renters coverage, since flood damage is generally excluded from standard policies.
Older block-and-stucco buildings
With housing from the 1950s through the 1980s, document the condition of the AC, plumbing, windows and any signs of moisture at move-in. For housing built before 1978, a federal lead-based paint disclosure is typically required.
Hurricane-season duties in the lease
The Atlantic season runs June 1 to November 30. Check who is responsible for shutters or storm prep, securing outdoor items, and gate or garage door issues, and get it in writing.
Seasonal demand
Annual-lease demand generally peaks in late spring and summer, and seasonal rental demand runs roughly October through April. Which season you search in can change how many options you see.
How we help
- Rental searchWe search by move-in date, budget, bedrooms and commute, whether that means the Biscayne Boulevard corridor or the Ives Dairy Road corridor.
- Showings in person or by videoYou can tour in person or by video, and we can point out the maintenance details that matter in this climate, such as AC, dryer vents, gate hardware and signs of moisture.
- Applications and screeningWe help you assemble the rental application and screening authorization, and explain what a landlord's screening typically covers.
- Condo and HOA tenant approvalWe help you ask the association about its application steps, fees, minimum lease terms and leasing caps before you commit.
- Lease review and move-in documentationWe walk through the lease, deposit terms and hurricane-season clauses with you, and help you document the property's condition at move-in. We are not attorneys, so verify legal questions with a Florida attorney.
Florida rules and paperwork in Ojus
Florida's Residential Landlord and Tenant Act (Chapter 83, Part II) covers most residential tenancies, including deposit handling and notice timelines. State law preempts local rent control in most circumstances. Anyone who finds, shows or negotiates rentals for others for compensation generally must be licensed. You can verify a license with the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR), Division of Real Estate, under the Florida Real Estate Commission. Premier Real Estate Group Inc is a licensed Florida brokerage, and the broker of record's license is verifiable on the DBPR website. Condo and HOA associations may require tenant approval, and association documents are part of due diligence. In condo buildings three stories or taller, Florida requires a milestone structural inspection at 30 years (s. 553.899, F.S.) and a structural integrity reserve study (s. 718.112(2)(g), F.S.), so it is reasonable to ask about those reports. Homestead exemption applies to owners' primary residences, not renters. If you are weighing a purchase instead, Miami-Dade's deed documentary stamp tax is 60 cents per 100 dollars of the price, with an added surtax of 45 cents per 100 dollars when the property is not a single-family residence. A new mortgage note carries documentary stamp tax of 35 cents per 100 dollars financed and a nonrecurring intangible tax of 2 mills. Who pays each item is set by the contract and is negotiable. The free Florida Doc Stamp & Closing Tax Calculator is at /tools/florida-closing-costs. Short-term and vacation rentals may carry state sales tax, county tourist taxes, local registration and DBPR licensing, so verify current rules with DBPR, the Florida Department of Revenue and your local government.
Premier Real Estate Group Inc is a licensed Florida real estate brokerage (broker license BK3314523). Verify at Florida DBPR.
Timing and next steps
Annual-lease demand generally peaks in late spring and summer. Seasonal rental inquiries typically begin in late summer and fall for the roughly October-through-April season. Neither pattern promises availability or a timeline, so start early if you need association approval. Call (888) 440-3766 or send a request with the form on this page for a free consultation.
Nearby areas and communities include Ives Estates, Highland Lakes, Eastern Shores, Uleta, the Greynolds Park area, the Oleta River area, Aventura, North Miami Beach and Sunny Isles Beach.
Find a Rental in Ojus: common questions
- Do I need association approval to rent in Ojus?
- Often, yes. HOA-governed townhome and gated condo communities are common here, and associations may require an application, background screening and a fee. Approval is up to the association and is not guaranteed.
- Does the High-Velocity Hurricane Zone affect a renter?
- Ojus is inside the Miami-Dade High-Velocity Hurricane Zone, so storm preparation matters. It is worth checking the lease for who handles shutters, outdoor items and storm-related repairs. Verify specifics with the landlord or association.
- Should I buy flood coverage as a renter?
- Flood damage is generally excluded from standard policies, and homes outside a Special Flood Hazard Area can still flood. Ask the landlord about flood history and talk to an insurance agent about renters and flood options.
- How does a security deposit work in Florida?
- Chapter 83, Part II of the Florida Statutes governs how deposits are held and the written notice a landlord must follow to claim against one. There is no statewide cap on the amount, so read your lease closely and verify questions with a Florida attorney.
- Does Premier Real Estate Group have an office in Ojus?
- We do not have an office in Ojus. Our brokerage is licensed to work in every Florida county. A licensed professional from Premier Real Estate Group Inc, or an agent we refer you to, will contact you by phone or email.
Tell us what you need to rent — Ojus
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Premier Real Estate Group Inc
Broker of record Maxim Bohadana, Florida broker license BK3314523
(888) 440-3766