Edgewater, Miami, has undergone a dramatic transformation in recent years. Once a quiet, overlooked neighborhood, it has turned into a highly sought-after haven for luxury waterfront living. This is a testament to its prime waterfront location, with easy proximity to Downtown Miami, Brickell, and South Beach,  stunning views, and the development of world-class condo buildings.

In our latest video, Sep Niakan, founding broker of Blackbook Properties & condoblackbook.com and veteran Miami real estate agent, introduces you to the five most luxurious condo buildings in Edgewater, Miami. These addresses guarantee stunning views, high-end interiors, spacious floor plans, and top-notch amenities – all worthy of becoming your next home. Take a look!

These are the condo buildings that make up our insider review of the top five of the best condos in Edgewater, Miami:

5. Biscayne Beach

Built in 2016, Biscayne Beach was a pioneer in offering an exclusive members-only beach club. This 51-story tower houses 399 residences, boasting a modern design with a beach-inspired aesthetic, and with interiors curated by New York’s most influential and respected design studio, Thom Filicia.

Residents enjoy a wealth of amenities, including basketball and tennis courts, summer kitchens, a pool and hot tub, a full-service spa, and even a fenced-in dog park.

4. One Paraiso

Part of the multi-tower Paraiso complex, One Paraiso stands out as the most luxurious of the four towers.  Its prime location, directly on the bay, guarantees unobstructed views, a valuable asset in a rapidly growing city like Miami.

Designed by Arquitectonica with interiors by renowned Italian designer Piero Lissoni, One Paraiso offers 276 residences with magnificent water views. Residents are treated to an impressive array of amenities, including two Olympic-sized pools, a state-of-the-art fitness center, a spa, tennis courts, and much more. The complex is also home to one of Miami’s best waterfront restaurants – Amara at Paraiso.

3. Paramount Bay

Sep calls Paramount Bay home, and it's easy to see why. This 47-story tower offers breathtaking views of Biscayne Bay and Miami Beach. With 346 residences, each featuring private foyer entries and flow-through units with east-to-west views, Paramount Bay provides an intimate living experience. 

The building boasts a two-story spa and fitness center, a sunrise pool, a sunset pool with cabanas and a barbecue area, and common spaces designed by Lenny Kravitz, adding a touch of rockstar flair.

2. Missoni Baia

Completed in 2023, Missoni Baia is instantly recognizable with its distinctive turquoise facade. This 57-story tower features 249 residences with interiors by New York's Paris Forino. Residents enjoy world-class amenities spread across five floors, including a bayfront lounge, a pool, one of Miami's largest residents-only spas, a tennis court, a pet spa, and more. 

1. Elysee Miami

With its ultra-exclusive layout of just two residences per floor, Elysee Miami takes the top spot in our video about best condos in Edgewater, Miami.   This 57-story tower, completed in 2021, features a unique all-glass exterior and glamorous interiors by renowned French designer Jean-Louis Deniot. 

With only 100 luxury condos, Elysee offers three-bedroom units and larger, ensuring maximum privacy and exclusivity. Also, the building boasts a 30th-floor Sky Lounge with panoramic views, a private theater, a resort-style lap pool, a spa, and a blow-dry bar, among other luxurious amenities.

— The Future of Luxury in Edgewater

As the saying goes: the best is yet to come and for Edgewater that is absolutely true. Some of the pre-construction condo projects that are set to redefine luxury in this bayfront neighborhood—and that will probably make it into this list when they’re done—are the following: 

• Aria Reserve with its twin waterfront towers 
• EDITION Residences
• Villa Miami, which promises to be the most luxurious condo in the area, featuring a rooftop helipad and chef's kitchens designed by celebrity chef Mario Carbone.

Want to learn more about these incredible condos or any of the pre-construction projects mentioned here? Don’t hesitate to reach out and we’ll be happy to give you all the information or show you available listings. 

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