Insider Review: Living in Miami’s Beachfront Surfside and Bal Harbour Neighborhoods

Jan 20, 2025 January 20, 2025
As one of Miami’s leading boutique brokerages, we prioritize understanding our clients' unique lifestyle needs. When suggesting neighborhoods, we carefully assess a variety of factors, including amenities, lifestyle, social activities, and overall atmosphere. This helps us ensure that each recommended address truly resonates with your preferences and needs.
In our latest video, veteran Miami real estate broker Sep Niakan, founder of Blackbook Properties and condoblackbook.com, takes a deep dive into two of Miami’s most sought-after beachside neighborhoods. One neighborhood is known for its strong sense of community, while the other is centered around Miami’s see-and-be-seen shopping mall. Watch our insider neighborhood review on what living in Surfside and Bal Harbour is like to discover which coastal community could be the best fit for you:
— A Coastal Paradise
Surfside and Bal Harbour are neighboring oceanfront communities in Miami. While both affluent areas offer a similar beachfront experience in Miami Beach, each has its unique vibe, characteristics, housing options, and even municipality. The differences between them are subtle and can be best highlighted by those who have either had extensive experience living in or serving these neighborhoods, such as our expert agents.
So, whether you're looking for a serene, family-friendly environment or an upscale lifestyle with access to world-class amenities, these communities offer something for everyone.
— Real Estate Options in Surfside and Bal Harbour
Both Surfside and Bal Harbour offer a range of housing options with stunning views and modern amenities. While Surfside offers a mix of single-family homes and newer construction condos, Bal Harbour’s landscape is dominated by waterfront estates and ultra-luxury condos. Talking about price tags, luxury condos in Surfside are comparatively more affordable than those in Bal Harbour. Compare actual currently offered condo residences in both neighborhoods with our easy search tool.
One of the top new preconstruction condos for sale in Bal Harbour right now is the Rivage. This 24-story boutique tower houses only 56 beachfront “sky villas.” With single-family-home-sized residences starting at about 3,300 square feet for a three-bedroom, your supersized home will feature a tropical modern aesthetic refined by Houston’s Rottet Studio and direct water views. A few highlight amenities you get to enjoy include a fully serviced beach club, a fitness pavilion with panoramic views, pickleball and padel courts, a world-class restaurant overlooking the beach, a 24/7 residential butler, a dedicated lifestyle concierge, and more.
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