International Buyer Guide to $5M+ Miami New Construction

For global buyers targeting $5M+ new construction in Miami, the real purchase is a blend of residence design, building operations, and contract structure. This guide compares Brickell, Downtown, and Edgewater dynamics, highlights three standout projects, and walks through deposits, remote closings, ownership structuring, and due diligence priorities so international buyers can move with clarity and discretion.

Best Branded Residences in Miami

Miami’s new generation of branded residences pairs world-class hotel, fashion and automotive names with dramatic bay, river and skyline views. From Waldorf Astoria and St. Regis to Aston Martin, Four Seasons and Casa Tua, we highlight the signature towers in Brickell, Downtown, Coconut Grove and Edgewater, and outline how to choose the brand, neighborhood and amenity mix that best fits a global buyer’s lifestyle. The focus is on discreet, design-forward living with hotel-level service and long-term value.

Brickell vs. Brickell Key vs. Edgewater: Where to Buy Ultra-Luxury New Construction

Brickell, Brickell Key and Edgewater now form Miami’s most sought-after triangle for ultra-luxury new construction, each offering a distinct take on bayfront living. Brickell delivers a high-energy, walkable city core defined by branded skyscrapers and dramatic amenity decks. Brickell Key trades noise for a gated island sanctuary anchored by The Residences at Mandarin Oriental, Miami. Edgewater provides sweeping Biscayne Bay views, resort-style decks and quick access to the Design District and Wynwood. This overview examines flagship towers, lifestyle rhythms and buyer profiles to help you decide which neighborhood best matches your priorities.

Pre-Construction vs Newly Delivered Luxury Condos in Miami

Miami’s luxury skyline now offers buyers a deliberate choice between visionary pre-construction towers and newly delivered icons that are move in ready. This editorial contrasts the two paths, showing how branded residences and amenities across Brickell, Downtown, Sunny-isles, Miami-beach, Edgewater and Surfside shape the experience. It explains where pre construction can offer customization and early access, when a completed residence provides certainty and immediacy, and how discerning clients can align each option with lifestyle plans and portfolio strategy.

Edgewater's Luxury Boom: From Arts Enclave to Affluent High-Rise Hub

Edgewater has evolved from a low key, arts driven enclave into one of Miami's most coveted bayfront neighborhoods, with a skyline of design led residential towers facing Biscayne Bay. This article traces that transformation, from the first wave of contemporary towers to the arrival of branded projects such as Aria Reserve Miami, EDITION Edgewater and Villa Miami. It also explores the resort level amenities, cultural access and future growth that make Edgewater a strategic choice for buyers seeking both lifestyle and long term value.

Missoni Baia vs. Aria Reserve: Edgewater's Bayfront Luxury Showdown

Edgewater on Biscayne Bay has matured into one of Miami's most coveted waterfront districts, and two bayfront towers now anchor the conversation at the very top of the market: Missoni Baia and Aria Reserve. Both command prized frontage and cinematic views, yet they express luxury in very different ways, from scale and architecture to lifestyle and ownership profile. This MILLION Luxury guide compares how each development delivers on design, amenities and day to day livability to help buyers align a purchase with the way they actually intend to use a home in Miami.