Brickell is where Miami gets business done, so it doesn’t come as a surprise that the neighborhood is home to some of the finest properties catering to a wide array of residents. From globetrotting professionals to tech executives, VC investors, business moguls, and celebrities like Shakira, Brickell is a top choice for those who want to live at the crossroads of the United States, Europe, and Latin America.

If you’re curious about the kind of luxury residences available for such global citizens, we’ve ranked the five best buildings in Brickell (read luxurious and expensive) for 2024. But first, let’s dive a little into the Brickell neighborhood.

— Why Choose to Live in Brickell?

Not only is Brickell the second-largest banking hub in the United States, but it is also home to several international consulates, corporations, businesses, and a majority of the offices in Miami. It is considered the international financial gateway to Latin America, as well as some of Europe, including Spain. As such, you will see that many domestic and international companies have their headquarters here – earning it the moniker “Manhattan of the South.”

In the past few years, Brickell has become the darling of major tech and VC companies, as dozens have either relocated to Miami or established new offices here. This means that if you like to walk to work or live very near to where you work, this is the neighborhood for you.

Brickell is also serviced by all major public transportation systems in the city, giving it one of the highest Miami transit scores at 98. It further ranks second on our most walkable Miami neighborhoods list, with a near-perfect walk score of 98, meaning most hotspots and conveniences are within walking distance.

Over the past decade, this financial district has also evolved from a drab business neighborhood to an exciting shopping, dining, and leisure destination, thanks to the addition of the outdoor, luxury shopping mall Brickell City Centre, plus South Miami Avenue’s collection of high-end retail, restaurants, bars, and lounges. Even the public schools in this bayside, coastal neighborhood are above average – making it a true live-work-play destination for individuals and families alike.

Now, let’s take a look at the best luxury condos in Brickell, Miami.

— The Best Condos in Brickell

5. Santa Maria

1643 Brickell Ave.
Average List Price: $1,259 per square foot

Perched on a premium plot of Brickell’s waterfront, the Santa Maria rises 51 stories and houses 174 luxury condos. This gated community offers residents access to an exclusive 6,000-square-foot historic Spanish revival mansion remodeled into a clubhouse, a lighted tennis court, a gazebo and cabana area, cascading waterfalls, tropical gardens, a spa with stunning views, an infinity pool deck, and a marina. It is a true favorite among families and those seeking a little less hustle and bustle, as it is located on the tree-lined part of Brickell Avenue, on the south end of the neighborhood.

4. Jade Brickell

1331 Brickell Bay Dr.
Average List Price: $1,438 per square foot

Located on a gorgeous stretch of bayfront, this sophisticated tower is easily one of the best buildings in Brickell. Designed by Revuelta Vega Leon Architects, the 48-story tower features 341 remarkably crafted luxury condos and boasts sublime oriental touches throughout its common spaces. The resort-style amenities include smart home capabilities, a 31,200-square-foot resort deck with a lap pool, a European-style resort spa, a bay view fitness center, a rooftop residents’ lounge with an observation deck and media room, an on-site restaurant, a racquetball court, a business center, and much more.

3. Brickell Flatiron

1000 Brickell Plaza
Average List Price: $1,539 per square foot

This soaring 64-story tower was envisioned by Luis Revuelta to become an architectural icon in the Brickell skyline. Over 500 condo units come tastefully crafted by Italian interior designer Massimo Iosa Ghini, known for blending sinuous elements with bold textures. Furthermore, Brickell Flatiron offers fluid living spaces matching its sweeping glass exposures in a location that concentrates all of that Brickell energy.

Its hospitality-inspired amenities include a fully-attended sky pool with a juice bar overlooking the city and bay, a sky gym and spa, a rooftop garden, an outdoor lap pool, children’s playroom and pool, ground-level retail, restaurants and cafés, residents’ lounge, plush theater, clubroom for private events, and much more.

2. Echo Brickell

1451 Brickell Ave.
Average List Price: $1,621 per square foot

This bayfront high-rise features 57 stories and 180 premier Brickell luxury condos with interiors styled by famed Uruguayan-Canadian architect Carlos Ott. A home where tech meets opulence, its fine contemporary interiors, designed by Miami’s Antrobus + Ramirez, open up to breathtaking water views and come equipped with the best technology for a truly world-class experience. Meanwhile, its sleek all-glass exterior creates a gem of a tower on Miami’s skyline.

Amenities in this artistically designed skyscraper include a full-floor vanishing-edge pool and deck overlooking Biscayne Bay and Downtown, resort-style poolside services, a 2,800-square-foot fitness center and spa overlooking the pool, the bay, and the city, along with exceptional concierge services. Definitely worth investing in Miami real estate. 

— And the Winner of the Best Condo in Brickell Is…

1. The Four Seasons Residences

1425/1435 Brickell Ave.
Average List Price: $1,962 per square foot

This 70-story high-rise is the best building to live in Brickell in terms of luxury. It features 84 condo-hotel units, and 186 luxury residences, along with 230,000 sq. ft. of Class-A office space, a hotel component, and 10,600 sq. ft. of retail space — all built to deliver world-class luxury. Amenities include a two-acre pool deck complete with two resident-exclusive pools, sun decks, cabanas, a watery grove, a Bahia Bar, two restaurants, and an owner’s lounge. 

Residents also get preferred access to a 50,000 sq. ft. Equinox-powered sports club and other 5-star facilities offered by the hotel side.

— Premium & Luxury Pre-Construction Condos in Brickell

Una

175 SE 25th Road
Average List Price: $2,652 per square foot

Nearing completion, this iconic, yacht-inspired tower designed by Adrian Smith + Gordon Gill Architecture features 135 luxury condos spread across 45 stories, making for an exclusive, boutique feel.

Sitting on the edge of Biscayne Bay with views to Key Biscayne and beyond, amenities at this dog-friendly building will include an outdoor lap pool, a bayfront pool, family pool, jacuzzi, kids’ splash pad and play area, elegant residents’ lounge, private dining/party room, outdoor lounge/bar, landscaped outdoor terraces, movie theater, spa, private marina and exclusive access to the Grand Bay Club in Key Biscayne.

Baccarat Residences

444 Brickell Ave.
Average List Price: N/A

From Related Group and the house of French luxury jeweler and crystal maker Baccarat, this riverfront complex will be home to 3 statement towers designed by Miami’s award-winning architecture firm, Arquitectonica. Rising 75 stories, the Baccarat is designed to emulate undulating waves, accented by a shimmering glass facade reminiscent of French crystals. It’s said to be Related Group’s most luxurious project to date and one of the best Brickell condo buildings in pre-construction.

The interiors of this world-class project will be designed by Meyer Davis Interior Design and landscaping will be by Enzo Enea. Along with the bold yet striking interior details, residents will enjoy lavish amenities that include a museum-quality art collection, a resort deck with zero-entry saline swimming pool and cabanas, a separate kids’ pool, a game room, a glamorous Grand Salon for events, five-star spa services, a gourmet market, a signature riverfront restaurant, private boat slips, a pet spa, access to the riverfront promenade, electric vehicle charging stations, and much more.

The St. Regis Residences, Brickell

1809 Brickell Ave.
Average List Price: $2,978 per square foot

Bringing the legacy of New York-style hospitality to Miami’s bayfront, The St. Regis Residences Brickell will rise 46 stories with about 150 ultra-luxury condos, downsized from two towers to accommodate the rising demand for single-family-home-sized floor plans. Designed by New York’s celebrated Robert A.M. Stern Architects and with interiors by New York’s award-winning Rockwell Group, the bayfront tower will bear NYC’s signature glitz and glam with no hotel component to ensure maximum privacy.

Amenities will include the brand’s iconic Tea Room, signature cognac room, butler services, a private marina, an exclusive beach club, a resort-style pool deck with a poolside bar, a holistic wellness center with salt spa room, a fine dining restaurant, a children’s entertainment room, a teen video game lounge, a programmable golf simulator, a business center with a café, global membership privileges by St. Regis, and more.

Cipriani Residences

1420 S. Miami Ave.
Average List Price: N/A

From the Italian hospitality powerhouse of Cipriani, this Miami supertall marks the legacy brand’s first-ever ground-up residence. Designed by Arquitectonica and with interiors by 1508 London, this statement tower will feature 420 elegantly outfitted luxury condos.

As you can find out from our exclusive Cipriani interview, this is a project that will deliver all the European glam and the five-star service expected of a Cipriani. Residents will be treated to an array of world-class amenities, including a fully-serviced two-pool resort deck with cabanas, a sun terrace with dining services, a luxury spa, a pickleball court, a golf simulator, a library, a children’s playroom, a dog park, 10,000 square feet of retail, round-the-clock Cipriani dining services (inclusive of a signature bar) available for in-residence dining or events hosted in the private dining rooms, plus much more.

The Residences at 1428

1428 Brickell Ave.
Average List Price: $1,874 per square foot

Giving the world its first (partially) solar-powered luxury residential building, The Residences at 1428 Brickell is poised to become one of the best buildings in Brickell. Designed by Italian starchitects Antonio Citterio & Patricia Viel and conceptualized by Cosentini Associates (as its solar energy consultants), this landmark supertall will stand as a beacon of nature-inspired luxury, while being capable of generating 170 megawatts of clean energy per year, making it one of Miami’s greenest buildings.

Rising 70 stories with 189 plus-den residences, the bayfront tower will become one of Miami’s tallest upon completion. Standout amenities will include a dual-story owner’s club and rooftop observatory, a two-story atrium with lush planting, a rooftop lounge bar, a double-height wine and spirits lounge, plus a library lounge offering tea, coffee, and champagne. 

Other amenities will include a 7th-floor resort deck with two pools, aquatic therapy, a children’s splash pad, a club bar and lounge, 10,000 sq. ft. of dedicated gym and spa space, a wellness concierge, a golf simulator, a beauty suite, a teen’s sports simulator, a children’s interactive playground and creativity room, and much more.

ORA by Casa Tua

1210 Brickell Ave.
Average List Price: N/A

In the race to become one of Miami’s tallest, this development will mark Casa Tua’s — Miami’s homegrown hospitality brand — first-ever residential property. As expected of Casa Tua, the supertall will carry four unique food and beverage concepts catering to different tastes and dining preferences, namely Terra, Uva, Fuoco, and Vento. We had the privilege of having an interview with Sandy Chartouni, ORA by Casa Tua’s representative, and got all the details about Casa Tua’s magnificent Brickell project.

Rising about 70 stories with 540 fully-furnished luxury residences, the stunning tower will feature architecture by Arquitectonica and interiors by M2atelier, led by Marco Bonelli and Marijana Radovic. Besides allowing short-term rentals to the likes of Airbnb, ORA will afford world-class amenities such as a rooftop lounge/bar experience, a bi-level fitness and wellness center with hammam and couples’ treatment rooms, a three-story sky garden, a private event space, plus an entertainment lounge for socializing.

Dolce & Gabbana Residences

888 Brickell Ave.
Average List Price: N/A

Planning to give Brickell a show-stopping supertall at 1,049 feet, grandeur will make up the core of this 888 Brickell Ave tower. Without a doubt, this one is soon to become one of the best buildings to live in Brickell, if not the ultimate best.

Designed by ODP and Studio Sofield, the 90-story skyscraper will afford dramatic touches and design details by D&G along with Gatsby-style exuberance with its ivory travertine and matte black steel beams as well as a gold crown at the top.

Delivered turnkey, each of its 259 super-luxury residences will feature such high-end touches as rare wood, bathrobes, and even a curated selection of books on shelves. Standout amenities will include a D&G-curated restaurant, a 4,000 sq. ft. pool deck with pool bar and restaurant, a double-height grand lobby with two bars, a recovery spa, cold and hot plunge pools, an indoor paddle court and boxing gym, a golf simulator, theater space, a wine cellar, and much more.

— Quick Facts about Brickell

How Safe is Brickell?

Being the business hub of Miami, most office and residential buildings in Brickell have strict security systems in place, and many cameras positioned on buildings and traffic lights, which makes the neighborhood safe. What’s more, Brickell is the second best neighborhood to live in Miami and to raise a family in Miami. However, it isn’t crime-free, like any high-density urban neighborhood.

Best Restaurants in Brickell

The dining scene in Brickell is a melting pot for global fare served at a variety of restaurants, cafés, bakeries, bars, and lounges. There are tons of places to eat in this business district, and we’ve shortlisted the highest rated below:

• La Mar by the world-renowned Gaston Acurio serves exquisite Peruvian fare with magnificent bay views.
• The River Oyster Bar is a top seafood destination for locals to take care of their romantic as well as business rendezvous.
• Stanzione 87 is a Neapolitan-style pizza place fired by a wood oven.
• B Bistro + Bakery is where locals head to satiate their sweet tooth and comfort food cravings.
• LPM Restaurant & Bar offers French cuisine like no other.
• Edge Brasserie and Cocktail Bar for your fix of steak, although you can’t go wrong with the seafood or lamb.
• The Henry offers a wide range of foods, ideal for a large group or if you’re undecided.

Where to Shop in Brickell?

The shopping scene in Brickell got a real boost since Brickell City Centre opened its doors in 2016. Now residents have access to over 120 major luxury shops and eateries, including Saks Fifth Avenue, Bally, Coach, Tumi, Intermix, Pinko, Giuseppe Zanotti, Zara, Swarovski, Victoria’s Secret, Rolex, an Apple flagship store, CMX cinema, an Italian food hall, and much more. And not to forget, the iconic Mary Brickell Village open-air shopping center continues to charm with its many restaurants and smaller commerces.

Finally, there is no shortage of convenience stores in this business district either. Residents will find three Publix supermarkets – one at Brickell Village, another in the Shops at Mary Brickell Village, and another on SW 3rd Avenue, while the Downtown Whole Foods is just over the Brickell bridge. The Walgreens in the neighborhood is situated at SW 13th Street. Also, the two Starbucks are located in the shops at Mary Brickell Village and The Bond condo building, along with more than a handful of great boutique coffee shops.

The Best Located Condo in Brickell

The Brickell Flatiron has to be the best-located condo in Brickell since it is next door to the shops at Mary Brickell as well as a couple of blocks away from the Brickell City Centre megamall. Located on South Miami Avenue, residents have access to loads of retail options, restaurants, bars, entertainment venues, and conveniences. Further, its proximity to the Tenth Street Promenade Metromover Station, Brickell Plaza, and US-1/Brickell Avenue makes it easier to get in and out of the neighborhood.

If you want more information on any of the best buildings in Brickell or want a full list of luxury condos available for sale in the Brickell area, give us a call or shoot us an email and we’ll be more than happy to help you find the best luxury condo in Miami for your budget.

All price per square-foot numbers are based on the time of publication of this blog and are subject to change at any moment.