South Florida’s 5 Most Expensive New Developments: From Brickell to Palm Beach

In 2025, South Florida’s top-tier skyline stretches from Brickell to Palm Beach with record price-per-square-foot asks, pedigreed architectural teams, and services that rival five-star resorts. This e...

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South Florida’s 5 Most Expensive New Developments: From Brickell to Palm Beach
The Residences at Mandarin Oriental, Miami skyline and waterfront skyscrapers—Brickell Key, Miami; iconic luxury and ultra luxury condos; preconstruction.
The Residences at Mandarin Oriental, Miami skyline and waterfront skyscrapers—Brickell Key, Miami; iconic luxury and ultra luxury condos; preconstruction.

Mandarin Oriental Residences Brickell: Asian-Inspired Serenity in Miami’s Financial District

Set on the southern tip of Brickell Key, The Residences at Mandarin Oriental, Miami pairs a rare island sanctuary with immediate access to Brickell’s urban energy. A 66‑story residential tower by KPF with interiors by Tristan Auer rises beside a new Mandarin Oriental hotel, joined by an amenity podium envisioned as a private resort. With approximately 228 two to five bedroom homes, indulgent wellness facilities, curated dining, and 24‑hour service, this development brings refined Asian‑inspired calm to Miami’s most dynamic financial district.

Fort Lauderdale, Florida aerial of coastal homes, canals and beaches—yachting capital with luxury and ultra luxury condos; active preconstruction and resale.
Fort Lauderdale, Florida aerial of coastal homes, canals and beaches—yachting capital with luxury and ultra luxury condos; active preconstruction and resale.

Best Waterfront Developments for Yachting Enthusiasts in Fort Lauderdale

Fort Lauderdale rewards serious boaters with rare, turnkey proximity to deep water, marina infrastructure, and resort-caliber amenities. This editorial curates the city’s most compelling new and notable waterfront addresses for yachting lifestyles, from full-service marina communities at Bahia Mar to boutique, yacht-inspired living on the Intracoastal and refined oceanfront hotels-with-residences. We compare dockage realities, inlet access, bridge considerations, amenity programs, and the on-the-water intangibles that matter, so you can match your vessel and cruising patterns with an address that elevates daily life and simplifies ownership.

Cipriani Residences Brickell waterfront high-rise view; luxury architecture for ultra luxury preconstruction condos in Brickell, Miami.
Cipriani Residences Brickell waterfront high-rise view; luxury architecture for ultra luxury preconstruction condos in Brickell, Miami.

Baccarat Residences vs. Cipriani Residences: Brickell’s Battle of Branded Towers

Brickell’s next marquee skyline rivalry is here: the crystalline glamour of Baccarat Residences Miami versus the curvilinear elegance of Cipriani Residences Miami. Both under construction and targeting 2028 delivery, these towers translate centuries of brand heritage into private homes in the sky. Below, we compare architecture, residence design, amenities, service culture, and buyer profiles, while offering pragmatic guidance on choosing between two compelling visions of life in Miami’s most dynamic urban neighborhood.

West Palm Beach waterfront marina at sunset, yachts and skyline aglow—prime district for luxury and ultra luxury condos; preconstruction and resale.
West Palm Beach waterfront marina at sunset, yachts and skyline aglow—prime district for luxury and ultra luxury condos; preconstruction and resale.

Top 7 Most Exclusive Buildings in Palm Beach Island

A curated look at seven Palm Beach Island condominium addresses where privacy, pedigree, and prime locations converge. From Breakers Row’s resort privileges to 3550 South Ocean’s modern beach ease, we outline what sets each building apart—architecture, services, and lifestyle—so you can decide which address fits your routine.

The Perigon Miami Beach contemporary home exterior at sunset with palms and luxury car—Miami Beach luxury and ultra luxury condos, preconstruction.
The Perigon Miami Beach contemporary home exterior at sunset with palms and luxury car—Miami Beach luxury and ultra luxury condos, preconstruction.

Decoding Luxury Condo Fees in Miami Beach: What Do Your HOA Dollars Really Buy?

In Miami Beach, luxury HOA fees buy far more than basic upkeep. They fund a hospitality‑grade operation: 24‑hour concierge and butler teams, layered security, residents‑only dining, beach and marina programs, and meticulous maintenance of architect‑led buildings on the ocean. With boutique scales and stringent insurance and compliance standards, costs are shared among fewer owners yet deliver a resort‑level lifestyle. This guide breaks down what the fees cover, how branded residences manage consistency, and how to assess HOA value with confidence.

The Surf Club, Surfside oceanfront balcony view; luxury and ultra luxury resale condos in Surfside, Florida, with panoramic Atlantic views and beachfront living.
The Surf Club, Surfside oceanfront balcony view; luxury and ultra luxury resale condos in Surfside, Florida, with panoramic Atlantic views and beachfront living.

Four Seasons Surf Club vs. St. Regis Bal Harbour: Beachfront Legends of Miami's Northern Coast

Two icons crown the northern reaches of Miami-beach: The Surf Club reborn as a Four Seasons sanctuary in Surfside, and the St. Regis Bal Harbour, a soaring modern resort set opposite Bal Harbour Shops. This editorial comparison profiles their pedigrees, architecture, residences, amenities, and daily rhythms. It explains why both remain benchmarks for oceanfront living, yet appeal to different buyer temperaments: one intimate and steeped in club heritage, the other a grand hotel environment with a cosmopolitan pulse and abundant amenities.

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