Boutique Waterfront Living: Bay Harbor Islands & Surfside Buildings Flying Under the Radar

Between Bal Harbour and Miami Beach, the twin enclaves of Bay Harbor Islands and Surfside are quietly assembling one of South Florida’s most compelling collections of boutique waterfront condominiums. This editorial maps the buildings and neighborhoods serious buyers are watching now, from marina-front Bay Harbor residences to design-led oceanfront addresses in Surfside. It explores how low scale architecture, curated amenities and limited inventory combine to create a discreet, high functioning lifestyle that feels more like a private club than a typical condo tower.