October 2025: South Florida Luxury Real Estate Soars

South Florida’s luxury property market accelerated in October 2025, with sales, cash activity, and international absorption all strengthening across Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach. Values remaine...

By Andres Munoz
October 2025: South Florida Luxury Real Estate Soars
The Residences at Mandarin Oriental, Brickell Key Miami poolside with cityscape—waterfront luxury and ultra luxury condos; preconstruction.
The Residences at Mandarin Oriental, Brickell Key Miami poolside with cityscape—waterfront luxury and ultra luxury condos; preconstruction.

St. Regis Brickell vs The Residences at Mandarin Oriental, Miami: Which Lifestyle Fits You?

Miami’s Brickell waterfront is welcoming two landmark branded residences: St. Regis® Residences Brickell on South Brickell’s bayfront and The Residences at Mandarin Oriental, Miami on nearby Brickell Key. Both pair storied hotel heritage with fully serviced condominium living, yet the lifestyles they offer diverge sharply. This comparative MILLION Luxury guide explores location, design, amenities, and timing so global buyers can decide between an urban, club-like tower in the heart of Brickell and a private island sanctuary that lives like a modern resort.

Edgewater, Miami panoramic aerial of waterfront towers on Biscayne Bay—destination for luxury and ultra luxury condos, with preconstruction and resale options.
Edgewater, Miami panoramic aerial of waterfront towers on Biscayne Bay—destination for luxury and ultra luxury condos, with preconstruction and resale options.

Edgewater’s Next Wave: EDITION, Villa Miami & Aria Reserve - Who Each Tower Is For

Edgewater’s latest generation of bayfront towers has repositioned the neighborhood as one of Miami’s most compelling luxury condo markets. EDITION Edgewater brings a discreet, hotel-branded residential experience focused on service and design. Villa Miami delivers ultra-low-density living with a private club atmosphere curated by Major Food Group. Aria Reserve Miami scales resort-style amenities across twin waterfront towers tailored to families and long-stay owners. Together they offer three distinct paths to a Biscayne Bay address, each calibrated to a different buyer profile and way of living in Miami.

Brickell waterfront with boats on Biscayne Bay against the Miami skyline—sought‑after luxury and ultra luxury condos; active preconstruction and resale.
Brickell waterfront with boats on Biscayne Bay against the Miami skyline—sought‑after luxury and ultra luxury condos; active preconstruction and resale.

Brickell’s Branded Tower Wars: Mercedes-Benz Places, St. Regis, Baccarat & Cipriani Compared

Brickell’s skyline is entering a new era of branded luxury, with Mercedes-Benz Places Miami, St. Regis® Residences Brickell, Baccarat Residences Brickell and Cipriani Residences Brickell all competing for globally mobile buyers. This comparative guide explains how each tower differs in architecture, services, amenities and Waterview settings along Biscayne Bay and the Miami River, and offers practical insight into which project best fits primary residents, pied-à-terre owners and investors seeking pre-construction exposure in Miami’s financial district. It is written for readers who value discretion, strong brands and long term capital preservation.

Rivage Bal Harbour view toward Miami Beach skyline and ocean, Bal Harbour, Miami—signature vistas from luxury and ultra luxury condos; preconstruction.
Rivage Bal Harbour view toward Miami Beach skyline and ocean, Bal Harbour, Miami—signature vistas from luxury and ultra luxury condos; preconstruction.

Rivage Bal Harbour vs The Perigon Miami Beach: Oceanfront Icons Compared

South Florida’s latest Oceanfront statement towers, Rivage Bal Harbour and The Perigon Miami Beach, are rewriting expectations for what a new construction condo can be. Both low density buildings pair world class architecture with resort calibre amenities, full service staffing and rare privacy on the sand. This editorial compares their architecture, amenities, locations and buyer profiles, giving discerning clients a clear, practical lens for deciding whether boutique Bal Harbour calm or highly serviced Mid Beach energy is the right fit.

Palm Beach, Florida coastline and island vistas from above—iconic Gold Coast setting for luxury and ultra luxury condos; robust preconstruction and resale inventory.
Palm Beach, Florida coastline and island vistas from above—iconic Gold Coast setting for luxury and ultra luxury condos; robust preconstruction and resale inventory.

Top 5 Family-Oriented Condo Buildings in Palm Beach County (Palm Beach Island Focus)

A new generation of low density condominiums on Palm Beach Island is redefining what family living can look like. From the resort like Aman Palm Beach Residences and in town Via Flagler by The Breakers to boutique Oceanfront buildings such as 3550 South Ocean, Bellaria and Breakers Row, these addresses combine generous multi bedroom layouts, curated amenities and rigorous security. The result is a discreet alternative to traditional estates, tailored for multigenerational Palm-beach lifestyles.

Cipriani Residences Brickell rooftop pool with city and bay views; luxury amenity for ultra luxury preconstruction condos in Brickell, Miami.
Cipriani Residences Brickell rooftop pool with city and bay views; luxury amenity for ultra luxury preconstruction condos in Brickell, Miami.

Cipriani Residences Miami: Italian Sophistication Arrives in Brickell

Cipriani Residences Miami is an 80‑story, approximately 940‑foot tower now rising at 1420 South Miami Avenue in Brickell, bringing the legendary Italian hospitality brand into its first ground‑up residential project in the United States. Developed by Mast Capital with architecture by Arquitectonica and interiors by 1508 London, the skyscraper will offer 397 residences, a 50,000‑square‑foot amenity program and the kind of white‑glove service normally reserved for grand hotels. From the exclusive Canaletto Collection on the uppermost floors to a private Cipriani restaurant and speakeasy, this Pre-construction opportunity is poised to become one of Brickell’s most coveted branded addresses.

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