Not a single home has sold in the luxe condo rising on the tragic site of the fatal Surfside collapse

Nypost · Apr 16, 2026 · 432 words · By Zachary Kussin

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Not a single home has sold in the luxe condo rising on the tragic site of the fatal Surfside collapse It was the site of mass tragedy.

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What happened

Not a single home has sold in the luxe condo rising on the tragic site of the fatal Surfside collapse It was the site of mass tragedy.

Why it matters

The Real Deal reports the Delmore — a luxury condominium rising on the site of the deadly Surfside, Florida, condo collapse — has yet to sell a single unit more than a year after sales launched.

Common ground

The 12-story, 37-unit Atlantic Ocean-facing property made its market debut in January 2025, at which time prices for the four- to five-bedroom fully furnished dwellings launched from $15 million.

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eFinder analyzed this article and checked 9 claims against available evidence, cross-references, web search, and Wikipedia. Here is what the fact-checking layer found.

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Claim 1: “The Delmore marks its first US real-estate development.”

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Multiple sources explicitly state that The Delmore is DAMAC's first real estate project/debut in the United States.

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web search NEUTRAL — The Delmore is a groundbreaking luxury development by DAMAC International, marking the company’s prestigious debut in the United States. Nestled at 8777 Collins Avenue in Surfside, Miami.
https://www.theluisiglesiasgroup.com/surfside-condos/delmore…

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web search NEUTRAL — Contact Us.As DAMAC International’s first real estate project in the United States, The Delmore represents a pivotal moment for the developer. This launch comes with the recent $20 billion U.S. invest…
https://www.oftmw.com/post/damac-properties-launches-the-del…

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web search NEUTRAL — The Delmore marks the Dubai-headquartered company’s real estate foray into the United States, complemented by DAMAC’s recently announced, $20 Billion investment into the buildout of data centers acros…
https://qatarreporter.com/damac-international-unveils-the-de…

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Claim 2: “Douglas Elliman Real Estate... was tapped to broker sales at the Zaha Hadid Architects-designed project.”

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One source explicitly states sales are exclusively brokered by Douglas Elliman and designed by Zaha Hadid Architects. Other sources confirm the Zaha Hadid design.

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web search NEUTRAL — Since 1956, Douglas has been creating soft and cuddly toys. We offer a great selection of breed-specific plush, baby toys, lovable stuffed animals!
https://douglascuddletoy.com/

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web search NEUTRAL — Discover plush dogs & puppies from Douglas Cuddle Toys.We offer a huge selection of breed-specific plush designs in many sizes and styles.
https://douglascuddletoy.com/plush-dogs-puppies/

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web search NEUTRAL — We offer a wide selection of cuddly stuffed dogs and puppies! Shop for a specific breed, size or style and find a cuddly new friend to cherish.
https://douglascuddletoy.com/product-category/animals/dogs-p…

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Claim 3: “Sajwani has mostly focused his residential efforts in the Middle East and London.”

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No evidence was provided or found in the search results regarding the specific geographic focus of Hussain Sajwani's residential efforts.

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Claim 4: “The 12-story, 37-unit Atlantic Ocean-facing property made its market debut in January 2025”

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Multiple independent web sources confirm the property is 12 stories, has 37 units, and launched in January 2025.

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web search NEUTRAL — The Delmore stands tall with 12 stories, featuring 37 opulent residences that average over 7,000 square feet, with penthouses starting at an impressive 10,000 square feet. Each unit is designed to pro…
https://profilemiamire.com/miamirealestate/2025/1/28/damac-l…

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web search NEUTRAL — Sales for The Delmore, a luxurious waterfront condominium designed by Zaha Hadid Architects (ZHA) and developed by DAMAC International, officially launched on January 28, 2025.
https://www.oftmw.com/post/damac-properties-launches-the-del…

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web search NEUTRAL — DAMAC International has announced the launch of The Delmore, a 12-storey oceanfront condominium at 8777 Collins Avenue in Surfside, Miami. The project marks the Dubai-based developer’s entry into the …
https://www.arabianbusiness.com/resources/dubais-damac-inter…

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Claim 5: “The Delmore — a luxury condominium rising on the site of the deadly Surfside, Florida, condo collapse — has yet to sell a single unit more than a year after sales launched.”

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While web results confirm the existence and launch of The Delmore, none of the provided evidence sources confirm the specific claim that 'not a single unit' has been sold. Only the original claim mentions the lack of sales.

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web search NEUTRAL — The Delmore offers an exclusive collection of 37 oceanfront mansions in Surfside, Miami, designed by internationally acclaimed Zaha Hadid Architects.
https://thedelmore.com/

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web search NEUTRAL — Situated in Surfside, Miami’s exclusive waterfront district, Delmore Surfside is at the epicenter of luxury. This prestigious area is known as “Billionaire’s Triangle,” bordered by Indian Creek, Bal H…
https://delmoresurfsidemiami.com/

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web search NEUTRAL — Apr 17, 2026 · Despite the pushback, Damac unveiled a 12-story, “ultra-luxury boutique oceanfront condominium” called the Delmore in January 2025, per a press release. Today, the property's website bo…
https://people.com/luxury-complex-on-the-site-of-tragic-surf…

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Claim 6: “Dubai-based Damac Properties, led by the billionaire Hussain Sajwani, is the developer.”

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Wikipedia confirms DAMAC Properties is based in Dubai and was founded by Hussain Sajwani. Other sources confirm DAMAC as the developer of The Delmore.

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web search NEUTRAL — DAMAC Properties is an Emirati property development company, based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The company was founded by Hussain Sajwani and listed on the Dubai Financial Market in early 2015.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/DAMAC_Properties

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web search NEUTRAL — The highly anticipated launch of The Delmore, a luxurious condominium designed by the renowned Zaha Hadid Architects (ZHA) and developed by DAMAC International, marks a significant milestone in Miami'…
https://profilemiamire.com/miamirealestate/2025/1/28/damac-l…

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web search NEUTRAL — Image Credit: The Delmore, Binyan Studios. As DAMAC International’s first real estate project in the United States, The Delmore represents a pivotal moment for the developer.
https://www.oftmw.com/post/damac-properties-launches-the-del…

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Claim 7: “prices for the four- to five-bedroom fully furnished dwellings launched from $15 million.”

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Multiple sources confirm that prices for the residences start at $15 million.

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web search NEUTRAL — DAMAC International is developing this ultra-luxury, 12-story condo at 8777 Collins Avenue, designed by Zaha Hadid Architects. The project will offer 37 huge residences (average ~7,000 sq ft), with pr…
https://traded.co/blog/damac-s-delmore-moves-toward-vertical…

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web search NEUTRAL — The The Delmore is now positioned as one of the most prestigious waterfront condo offering in the Miami area, with prices starting at an eye-popping $15 million.DAMAC Launches 'The Delmore', A New Ico…
https://profilemiamire.com/miamirealestate/2025/1/28/damac-l…

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web search NEUTRAL — Sales of The Delmore are being exclusively brokered by Douglas Elliman. Construction has begun, with an anticipated completion of 2029.Prices for four- to five-bedroom mansions in The Delmore – all fu…
https://www.mannpublications.com/mannreport/2025/02/26/damac…

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Claim 8: “Damac was the sole bidder at a court-ordered auction and purchased the 1.8-acre parcel for $120 million in 2022.”

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The provided evidence for claim 6 contains general information about DAMAC Properties but does not mention the 2022 auction, the 1.8-acre parcel, or the $120 million purchase price.

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web search NEUTRAL — With extensive knowledge of property trends, a solid grasp of industry insights, and an in-depth understanding of the local market, our advisors are dedicated to ensuring that your choice to invest in…
https://www.damacproperties.com/en/

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web search NEUTRAL — Welcome to DAMAC! Forgot username? Forgot password?
https://www.damacliving.com/

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Claim 9: “in June 2021, a collapse of the pool deck into the garage of the Champlain Towers South condominium led to a partial collapse of the building in the overnight hours, which killed 98 people”

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Wikipedia and other news sources confirm the partial collapse of Champlain Towers South in June 2021 and the death toll of 98 people.

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web search NEUTRAL — On June 24, 2021, at approximately 1:22 a.m. EDT, Champlain Towers South, a 12-story beachfront condominium in the Miami suburb of Surfside, Florida, United States, partially collapsed, causing the de…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Surfside_condominium_collapse

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web search NEUTRAL — On June 24, 2021, at 1:22 a.m., Champlain Towers South, once located at 8777 Collins Avenue in the Town of Surfside, partially collapsed. The 12-story condominium building had 136 units, and 55 were i…
https://www.cbsnews.com/miami/news/surfside-florida-condo-co…

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web search NEUTRAL — The beachside building, Champlain Towers South at 8777 Collins Avenue, was built in 1981. It was 13 stories tall and had 135 units. At least half of them collapsed. The area has a robust Jewish commun…
https://www.nytimes.com/2021/06/24/us/miami-surfside-buildin…

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