Video: The Pros & Cons of Living in Downtown Miami

Video: The Pros & Cons of Living in Downtown Miami

Nov 20, 2023 November 20, 2023

Are you moving to Miami? Maybe moving within Miami? And you want a trendy, culturally vibrant neighborhood with great walkability but aren’t sure where to look? How about moving to Downtown Miami? Whether you are a young professional seeking a thriving career or a culture enthusiast looking for a melting pot of experiences, Downtown Miami has something for everyone, and it’s in the middle of a MAJOR renaissance!

Watch this video to find out the major pros and cons of living in Downtown Miami that could help you decide whether it’s the right place for you. We’re spilling the tea on everything, from safety to walkability, restaurants to cultural attractions, public transit to traffic, and much more. So, hit play and take a tour with us:

 

 


Comprised of Park West and the Central Business District, Downtown Miami makes up the city’s urban core. Offering exceptional accessibility, this centrally located neighborhood provides the broadest range of public transportation options along with several exits on the I-95, so you can be at the beach, work, or the airport within minutes.


— What makes Downtown Miami a great place to call home?


Here are all the reasons you could fall in love with this up-and-coming urban oasis:

  • Getting around is easy! You could walk, bike, or Uber to one of the biggest collections of museums, art galleries, entertainment venues like the Kaseya Center or Ziff Ballet Opera House, and other attractions that you’ll find in Miami.

  • The foodie in you will highly appreciate having a plethora of top-rated restaurants, a couple of Starbucks, and a Whole Foods market to satiate every craving.

  • You’re also super close to work, with the southern part of Downtown carrying most of its office buildings and Brickell just across the bridge.

  • The eco-conscious will love having access to every mode of public transportation available in Miami, including the Metromover, Metrorail, and Brightline, so they can truly enjoy a car-free life.

  • There’s also plenty of new development headed towards Downtown Miami that will make the neighborhood almost unrecognizable in a few years. Flagler Street already has plenty of new retail on the way since its recent renovation. The Bayside Marketplace is up for a major overhaul. Plus, loads of new Downtown Miami luxury condos and apartment towers with brand-new experiences, street-level retail and stellar amenities are in the pipeline.

Here’s a quick preview of all the pre-construction condos in Downtown Miami mentioned in the video:

  • E11even Beyond – From one of Miami’s most notorious nightclub operators, E11EVEN Partners, this ultra-exclusive condo tower is poised to become one of Miami's most coveted addresses with its experiential “members-only” amenities. The sleek tower will rise with 558 turnkey, ultra-luxury residences and afford access to a Miami version of The Clayton social club, a rooftop helipad, a resort-style sun lounge deck with a 93-foot pool, and all of the spectacular amenities at the E11even Hotel & Residences next door via a one-way, access-controlled bridge.

  • Waldorf Astoria Hotel and Residences – One of Miami’s most iconic new condos by a legendary hospitality brand, this 100-story tower will look like a staggering stack of nine glass cubes upon completion. Affording truly one-of-a-kind experiences and views, with some residences projected to rise above the cloud cover, residents will have access to a resort-style pool deck with cabanas, a signature spa, the Peacock Alley lounge, a signature restaurant, an all-day dining brasserie, a wine tasting room, a kids’ club, preferred rates and access to the hotel’s services, and much more.

  • Okan Tower – Another landmark tower, with a standout design inspired by tulips, this sky-high smart tower will make a sophisticated addition to Miami’s skyline. Combining effortless luxury and comfort, residents will have access to three separate pools (including a rooftop pool), a pool bar with an outdoor lounge, a full-service spa with Turkish hammam, a sunset roof deck, a fully staffed kid’s club, a private owners’ wine cellar and cigar room, multiple on-site restaurants, and more.

Some of the other outstanding Downtown condos mentioned in the video include the late Zaha Hadid-designed scorpion tower with Miami’s first rooftop helipad known as One Thousand Miami, the Sieger Suarez-designed 50 Biscayne known for its bright murals and Rockwell-designed statement entrance, plus the Arquitectonica-designed riverfront One Miami known for housing the Il Gabbiano Italian restaurant.

ARE WE FRIENDS ON SOCIAL MEDIA?
📣 Connect with us on InstagramTikTok and YouTube📣



Looking for condo options close to Downtown’s Miami Central Station? Or, like a pre-construction tower you see? Call, chat, or email us for a private showing of a condo you and/or your family would love to call home in Downtown Miami.

Contact Us
Sep Niakan
Broker / Team Lead
(305) 697-7667
sep@blackbookproperties.com
Request Info
By sending you agree to CondoBlackBook's Terms of Use

Your Miami Condo Awaits

Recent Posts

Top 5 Halloween Events in Miami in 2024 You Can’t Miss
Events Top 5 Halloween Events in Miami in 2024 You Can’t Miss
Miami is known for its vibrant nightlife, gorgeous beaches, and diverse cultural scene. However, come October, the city transforms into a spooky wonderland filled with exciting activities for Halloween lovers of all ages.  Whether you’re looking to get active, party in style, or enjoy family-friendly events, Miami has something for everyone. Here’s a look at five must-attend Halloween events in Miami 2024 that will make your bone-chilling, spine-tingling season unforgettable. 1. Halloween Half Marathon | South Beach For those who like to stay active while celebrating Halloween, the Miami Beach Halloween Half Marathon & Freaky 4-Miler is the perfect way to combine fitness with festive fun, with your costume if you dare! Taking place on Saturday, October 26, 2024, starting at 6:30 a.m., this race encourages runners to do their best Halloween costumes as they make their way through the scenic route along Miami Beach. The race offers both half-marathon (13.1 miles) and 4-mile...
September 2024: Fort Lauderdale and Palm Beach Pre-Construction Condo News Update
Real Estate News September 2024: Fort Lauderdale and Palm Beach Pre-Construction Condo News Update
Developers of the boutique Salato Residences announced that they were closer to breaking ground after securing a $74 million construction loan. Two condo projects, Glass House in Boca Raton and the condo-hotel joint venture between Related and BH Group in Pompano Beach, secured key approvals this month. Additionally, developers broke ground on Phase Two of Delray Beach’s mixed-use Atlantic Crossing. Read on to discover the latest design and interior details of Hollywood Beach's Icon Residences, along with other updates in our September 2024 pre-construction condo market round-up for Fort Lauderdale and Palm Beach: Broke Ground Atlantic Crossing – Delray Beach Approved Glass House – Boca Raton Related & BH’s Oceanfront Condo-hotel – Pompano Beach Planned/Proposed 500-unit Residential Project – Fort Lauderdale 18-story Luxury Condo – West Palm Beach Other Updates Salato Residences – Pompano Beach Icon Beach Residences – Hollywood Beach — Fort...
All of the New Miami Condo Developments: Your Complete Guide
Real Estate News All of the New Miami Condo Developments: Your Complete Guide
It’s a trend we’ve been talking about since the last quarter of 2020—waves of domestic and foreign buyers are contributing to one of the biggest real estate booms in Miami's history. As individuals and businesses escape high-tax states like New York and California, and opt to work from any location, luxury condo developers have filled Miami with stunning new proposals. In recent years, developers have announced and relaunched more than 100 new condo projects and there are more pouring in each month. To appeal to a wide range of new residents, each new project aims to be taller, more luxurious, and offer the most exciting set of amenities imaginable. Together, these new condo developments will bring more than 10,000 residential units to Miami over the next few years. With the real estate market in Miami in one of its most lucrative cycles yet, here’s an ongoing list of the latest condo projects proposed in Miami. Table of Contents New Miami Condo Developments New Edgewater,...
Video: Edgewater, Miami’s Most Luxurious Condos
Video Blog Video: Edgewater, Miami’s Most Luxurious Condos
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...
The Most Luxurious North Beach Condos
Real Estate News The Most Luxurious North Beach Condos
Luxury means different things to different people, but high-end living usually demands high-end prices. To help you gauge which are the most luxurious North Beach condos, we’ve ranked the top five best buildings in this Miami Beach neighborhood (based on average price per square foot at the time of publishing).  This blog will give you our Insider review of the best buildings to live in here, and the kind of lifestyle you can expect to find if you’re interested in experiencing North Beach’s unique flavor of leisurely condo living. — Why Choose North Beach in Miami Beach? North Beach is best known for its family-friendly vibe and its intimate location between the world-renowned South Beach and high-end shopping and more upscale living in Bal Harbour. Typically North Beach is considered to start at 63rd Street and goes up to 87th Terrace. Historically, this has been the sleepy cousin to South Beach and Mid Beach, but recently North Beach has been going through a renaissance with...
What is TCO in Construction & Why Does It Matter to Miami Condo Buyers?
Preconstruction What is TCO in Construction & Why Does It Matter to Miami Condo Buyers?
So you’re thinking about buying a new construction condo, or have already purchased one during the preconstruction phase… the biggest question on your mind is: When can I move in? Well this blog will help you answer exactly that question and explain what this key milestone is for any new construction.  When any new construction project in receives its Temporary Certificate of Occupancy in Florida, or TCO as it is popularly known, it marks a significant moment in its journey to completion, but an even more significant one if it’s a pre-construction condo. For buyers, this means your new residence is legally approved and safe to move into, with only minor construction work pending. Of course, to do that, it also means that your developer now has permission to close on the units, so you will need to have the rest of your purchase funds ready to take possession of your residence.  While this only scratches the surface, in this article we’ll dive deeper into some of the commonly asked...