Welcome to 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

"After our Q1 analysis for the luxury condo market, South Beach stood out as the top-performing neighborhood in Miami, with an impressive 35% increase in year-over-year sales, outperforming all other areas. 

We're waiting for second quarter data any minute now, with a lot of anticipation to see how the submarkets are performing. If you've been thinking about entering the market, now's the smart time to start the conversation. 

And if you want to know what the numbers DID NOT reveal, check out my video with an honest market reality check."

– Sep Niakan, Founder and Managing Broker

Our Miami Pre-Construction Pick of the Month

"There's something truly special about the Ritz-Carlton Residences, South Beach. Maybe it's the sense of calm in the design, or the way every detail feels intentional—from the oceanfront pool deck to the José Andrés dining experience. 

With only 30 homes, it doesn't just feel exclusive—it feels deeply personal. This is the kind of place you hold onto, because you know there won't be another like it."

– Stephanie Bienstock, Director of Luxury Sales

Word On The Block

"A 42-day dry-aged tuna sliced from a fish flown in fresh from Japan. That's the level of precision—and ambition—you can expect at Itamae Ao. The small but standout Midtown spot just earned its first Michelin star, and its chef and co-owner Nando Chang just won the James Beard Award for Best Chef: South. It's definitely worth your visit!"

– Belen Lopez Larroy, Marketing Manager

Condo Crush

"The Elser Residences offers a unique short-term rental opportunity crafted to afford top views, stellar amenities, and a rich, cosmopolitan lifestyle in Downtown Miami. I think it strikes the perfect balance between investment potential and personal enjoyment."

– Tatiana Rodriguez, Licensed Real Estate Associate

Hidden Miami Gems

"Tucked behind the galleries at the Rubell Museum is a serene public art library with more than 40,000 art-focused volumes. They also have subscriptions to 10 art magazines. 

It's the kind of place where you can easily spend an afternoon deep diving on your favorite artists, or host an unforgettable private dinner surrounded by friends and creativity. Highly recommend. And I'm loving their latest book release Richard Prince: American Dream, available in the book store." 

– Aimee Dingwell, Director of Marketing & Content

Culture Current

"There's a new design publication debuting this fall that I'm excited for: 'Cultured at Home', an annual edition by Cultured Magazine that opens the doors to art-filled interiors and the private worlds of collectors, curators, and creatives."

– Marilia Kodic, Managing Editor

Innovation Insights

"What if the next solution to rising sea levels wasn't just a higher seawall, but living, breathing reef structures?

Morningside Park, in Miami's Upper East Side, is getting just that with modular, 3D-printed, coral-like tiles installed along the seawalls. Designed by architects and marine biologists at FIU, they mimic natural shoreline conditions, helping to reduce wave energy and create new marine habitats.

It's the first installation of its kind in the U.S.—and a major step in reimagining how cities like Miami can work with nature to adapt to climate change."

– Cosima Malhi, Senior Writer

From record-breaking sales data to Michelin-star revelations, this month’s Insider list is proof that Miami never does ordinary, and neither should you. If you’re eyeing a new investment, a better view, or want a smarter way to experience the city, our expert team is always here to help you. Just call, text, or email us anytime.

Image courtesy of Rubell Museum, Miami.