Work-From-Paradise Is Now a Floor, Not a Feature: What 2025’s Trophy Sales Reveal for South Florida Luxury

Ultra-luxury housing has entered a new phase: homes are being bought not only for prestige and views, but for the ability to operate a full professional life from a private, beautifully designed base. From $100M-plus headline transactions to the quiet rise of “Zoom-ready” listing language, 2025 delivered a clear message for South Florida buyers and developers alike: the most valuable residences are the ones that make everyday life effortless.

The True Cost of Owning an Ultra-Luxury Home in South Florida

In South Florida, the purchase price is only the opening number. For oceanfront estates and trophy condos, annual carrying costs can resemble a corporate operating budget: insurance volatility, hurricane readiness, salt-air maintenance, staffing, and security. This MILLION Luxury editorial breaks down the main cost centers and the lifestyle decisions that quietly determine whether ownership feels effortless or exhausting.

Ritz-Carlton Residences Miami Beach vs. Eighty Seven Park: Tranquility, Design, and Boutique Coastal Living

In the upper tier of Miami’s coastal market, the decision is often less about square footage and more about how you want your days to feel. This comparison frames Ritz-Carlton Residences Miami Beach against Eighty Seven Park through the lenses that matter to privacy-minded buyers: arrival experience, service expectations, architectural tone, and the rhythm of waterfront living. Rather than fixating on specs that vary by unit and change over time, we outline a practical, lifestyle-first checklist to help you tour with intent and choose with confidence.