The Rio Vista Alternative Nobody Is Talking About: Inside Sixth and Rio on the New River
If you want to live in Rio Vista but don't want the upkeep of a single-family home, Sixth and Rio is the answer: a new boutique condo on the south side of the New River with 94 total residences — 90 condos and 4 townhomes — delivering in the third quarter of 2026, with prices starting right around $1 million.
I'm Joe Vairo — a 2x eXp ICON Agent, ranked the #3 real estate agent in Fort Lauderdale by Fort Lauderdale Magazine, and founder of the Vairo Group, ranked the #3 real estate team in Fort Lauderdale. I track every new condo project on the New River because this is exactly the corridor where my buyers are looking. Here is the full breakdown.
What Is Sixth and Rio, and When Does It Deliver?
Sixth and Rio is a boutique condo project with 94 total residences, delivering in Q3 2026. Ninety of those residences are condos and four are townhomes — a mix you almost never see in a building this size, and the townhomes are one of the most unique pieces of the whole project, which I'll get to below.
Why Is the South Side of the New River the Sleeper Location?
The south side of the river is quieter — you get a lot less traffic than the north side, while staying completely connected to everything. From Sixth and Rio you can take the free water trolley straight across to Las Olas, whether you're headed to Moxies, Catch N' Cut, the new Caviar Club, or down toward the beach and Ocean Prime. And on your own side of the river, you can easily walk to Publix, the sports bar, Daniels, even Legacy Fit. That combination — walkable daily life plus a free boat to the entertainment core — is the location story here.
What Do the Residences Look Like?
Residences range from one-bedroom units all the way up to four-bedroom units, with floor-to-ceiling glass and some units offering beautiful views of the New River. The amenity package includes a state-of-the-art fitness center, concierge, a double-height lobby, and a rooftop pool deck that may end up having some of the best views in the entire city.
Why Are the Four Townhomes the Most Interesting Units in the Building?
On the main floor, Sixth and Rio includes four townhomes — three bedrooms, two and a half bathrooms, just under 1,700 square feet. You get direct walk-out access to the park, which makes things like walking the dog dramatically easier, and a single-family-home feel — while still enjoying every amenity of a luxury condo. For the Rio Vista buyer who loves the neighborhood lifestyle but not the maintenance, this is the specific product that solves the problem.
What Does It Cost, and Who Is This For?
Prices start right around $1 million. The natural buyer is someone drawn to Rio Vista and the south-of-the-river lifestyle — walkability, water, quick access to Las Olas — who wants lock-and-leave convenience instead of single-family upkeep. With delivery in Q3 2026, buyers today are looking at a near-term move-in rather than a multi-year construction wait.
Would I Take Sixth and Rio Over a Rio Vista Single-Family Home?
It depends on how you live, and that's the honest answer. If you want land, a pool, and a dock of your own, Rio Vista single-family is still the play. But if the upkeep is what's been holding you back, Sixth and Rio is the most direct alternative I've seen: same side of the river, walkable, amenity-rich, and delivering soon. For a meaningful set of my clients, that trade is a win.
FAQ
How many residences are in Sixth and Rio?
94 total — 90 condos and 4 townhomes on the main floor.
When does Sixth and Rio deliver?
The project is delivering in the third quarter of 2026.
How much do residences at Sixth and Rio cost?
Prices start right around $1 million, with units ranging from one to four bedrooms.
How big are the Sixth and Rio townhomes?
Three bedrooms, two and a half bathrooms, just under 1,700 square feet, with walk-out access to the park.
Want to Talk Through the Sixth and Rio Opportunity?
I'm Joe Vairo with the Vairo Group. If you want an honest, current conversation about Sixth and Rio, Rio Vista, or anything on the New River — availability, pricing, and how it compares to the resale market — reach out.
📲 Text or call me at 954-830-1126
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Joe Vairo is a 2x eXp ICON Agent, South Florida real estate agent, and Fort Lauderdale Magazine's #3 ranked agent in Fort Lauderdale. The Vairo Group, ranked the #3 real estate team in Fort Lauderdale, specializes in waterfront properties and luxury relocation in the $1M+ market.
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