If you’ve ever considered moving to Miami from NYC, or from any other major U.S. city, you’ll want to watch this unfiltered conversation.
We talked to client and award-winning NYC architect Roberta Feldman, also Professor Emerita at UIC, about how Miami truly compares to New York City, from the perspective of a life-long New Yorker and Chicagoan.
She dishes to Sep Niakan, luxury real estate expert and founding broker of Blackbook Properties, about everything from condo living, to Miami’s arts and culture, its people, down to the best Kosher bakery in town.
What Made a New Yorker Move to Miami?
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Miami offers a richer cultural experience than most would expect, thanks to our collection of museums, art galleries, performing arts venues, and globally influenced dining scene.
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Once dismissed as a party destination, Miami has matured into a global city while preserving its playful spirit.
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Living in Miami, you’re not just close to the water and green spaces, but you actually get easy access to unwind and savor the moment in your own unique way.
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Our public transit options have you covered, whether you need a free, quiet ride from Downtown to Brickell on the Metromover or high-speed travel to Orlando.
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For dog parents, Miami offers ample housing choices and plenty of parks and pet-friendly dining spots for carefree, off-leash fun.
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Miami’s openness, conversational warmth, and diversity help you feel at home faster than most would imagine.
Edgewater, Miami vs Downtown Miami: Access to It All
Living at Paramount Bay in Miami’s Edgewater neighborhood, Feldman found unmatched accessibility, connectivity and wonderfully dog-friendly community. Centrally located, this bayside neighborhood places you minutes from a world-class arts scene in Wynwood, high-fashion finds at Design District, and the museums of Downtown Miami.
But now she and her husband (and dogs) live in Downtown Miami, across the street from the Frost Science Museum, Perez Art Museum Miami and another beautiful bayfront park, providing an active bayside destination.
Both neighborhoods are also a 20-minute drive from South Beach’s popular Lincoln Road or Miami International Airport.
If you’re a New Yorker (or another big city dweller) and are debating moving to Miami and you’ve got questions, we’d love to talk. Work with us, and you’ll always have a Miami real estate expert you can trust to be your dedicated partner.