If you’re after an urban, bay-centric lifestyle with quick access to Miami’s top cultural districts, two neighborhoods should be on your shortlist: Edgewater and Midtown. Located just north of Downtown Miami, these two highly walkable Miami neighborhoods offer distinct living experiences, despite their proximity. Edgewater leans active and serene, with Biscayne Bay views and generous green space, while Midtown hums with an energetic arts, shopping and dining scene and fast-growing commercial hubs.   Understanding their differences (and similarities) is key to choosing which neighborhood’s lifestyle best fits your needs. In this article, we give you our 20+ years of Miami real estate experience to guide you on everything you need to know when choosing between Edgewater vs Midtown Miami. The Lifestyle Miami’s Edgewater neighborhood is a serene waterfront retreat stretching roughly from NE 17th Street to NE 37th Street, bordered by Biscayne Bay to the east and NE 2nd Avenue to the...

For ages, Miami has been the playground of choice for beach lovers, partygoers, wellness seekers and the average tourist. The constant demand from people wanting to live and play here makes Miami a natural pick for an investment property like a condo hotel. These types of properties go by many names; in the U.S., they’re mostly known as condominium hotels, hotel condos, and, of course, condo hotels. Internationally, they’re popularly known as condotels. Almost every major hospitality brand either is part of one or is in the process of developing or collaborating on one. But, what is a condo hotel? What makes it a good investment? Why would anyone choose a condo hotel over a traditional condo, a short-term rental condo investment, or a timeshare? Find answers to such questions and more here in our expert guide to buying a condo hotel in Miami, or jump directly to the list of condo hotels for sale in Miami and Miami Beach. Precon: 888 Brickell by Dolce & Gabbana (artist...

High-rise waterfront views or backyard barbecues: which is best for your family? If you’re torn between a raising kids in a convenient and luxurious condo or a private, single-family home with a yard, pool and a garage, you've come to the right place. In our new video, join Sep Niakan, founding broker of Blackbook Properties and condoblackbook.com, and his wife Stephanie Bienstock, our Director of Luxury Sales, as they share what it’s really like raising kids in both settings in Miami. And why they are now maybe considering giving up Miami condo living with kids for a single family home. From skyline balconies and rooftop pools to private yards and garden swings, these proud parents—who also happen to be among Miami's top real estate experts—share their first-hand experience navigating both worlds. Watch as they break down the perks, challenges, and trade-offs of each lifestyle to help you decide which one truly feels like home. All while hashing out what they want or might miss if...

Welcome to our November issue of The Blackbook Properties Insider List: your monthly edit of what's hot, what's next, and what not to miss in Miami real estate and lifestyle—because it's not just about where to live, but how to live.  Whether you're buying, exploring, or simply staying in the know, check out our expert Miami real estate team's handpicked highlights of the city's most compelling places, properties, people, experiences, and market insights. Sep's Expert Advice "Our Q3 2025 report is out, and Miami's luxury condo market is holding up stronger than many expected. Sales and prices both climbed year over year, surpassing expectations for what's usually a quieter quarter.  If you want to understand what's driving the momentum, and what it could mean heading into 2026, check out all the stats and insights in our full Miami luxury condo report." – Sep Niakan, Founder and Managing Broker Condo Crush "Elysee Miami in Edgewater feels like one of those buildings that quietly...

Surpassing previous projections, Miami’s luxury condo market recorded year-over-year sales growth and price appreciation during a quarter that generally marks the beginning of a seasonal slowdown. Our findings for Q3 2025 reveal stability in the $1 million-and-up segment and a surge in demand for the $2 million-and-up, true luxury segment. Even as the buyer’s market strengthened, with inventory levels rising to 20 months, prices held firm, recording an almost 30% jump in price per square foot over the past five years. This stellar performance solidifies Miami’s standing as one of the world’s premier destinations for luxury real estate and investments. In our neighborhood analysis for Q3 2025, the beach neighborhoods made a comeback, with Surfside and Bal Harbour leading year-over-year sales growth, South Beach leading year-over-year price gains, and Fisher Island retaining its position as Miami’s most expensive zip code. Coconut Grove and Coral Gables (combined), which has been a...

Trust our Director of Luxury Sales, Stephanie Bienstock, to find the rarest gems before anyone else does. This time, it’s a two-story, 5-bedroom/4-bath, Mediterranean-style residence with a private pool that ranks highly on family living, character, sustainability, and timeless Grove charm.  Follow us on this quick tour around one of Coconut Grove’s homes for sale that’s sure to strike a chord with nature lovers, eco-conscious buyers, and those drawn to the quiet elegance of Grove living. With a very rare five bedrooms, something hard to find in North Coconut Grove, it’s an exceptional opportunity to create your dream residence just blocks from Miami’s best schools.   Step Inside Residence # 3211 Morris Lane A lush, quiet cul-de-sac off of Tigertail Avenue frames your 3,439-square-foot home that’s poised for a custom transformation. The ground floor houses the main living areas, plus a den or staff bedroom, including an open kitchen with eat-in breakfast nook, a formal dining...