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Market ReportSouth Florida Luxury Market Report: 13 Homes Sold Over $5M, $170.9M Total Volume, Week of October 3–10, 2026
Thirteen luxury properties closed at or above $5 million across South Florida during the week of October 3–10, 2026, generating $170.9 million in total sales volume. The week was headlined by a $48.5 million closing on Miami's Venetian Way and a $29 million Miami Beach estate sale, reflecting sustained ultra-high-net-worth demand across the region.
Keystone PointKeystone Point Waterfront Buyer Guide for Family Offices and Ultra-High-Net-Worth Buyers: Seawall, Marine Inspection, and Due Diligence
A comprehensive due diligence framework for family offices and ultra-high-net-worth buyers evaluating luxury waterfront homes in Keystone Point, North Miami — covering seawall integrity, marine inspection, dock access, flood zone exposure, and how the neighborhood compares to Miami Beach enclaves like Palm Island and Hibiscus Island.
ConnecticutConnecticut's Rising Property Taxes and Inventory Crunch Are Sending Luxury Buyers Straight to Miami's Waterfront
With Connecticut property taxes averaging 1.54 percent and climbing in cities like Norwalk and New Haven, and inventory remaining stubbornly tight across the Gold Coast, a growing number of high-net-worth Connecticut households are redirecting their real estate capital toward Miami's waterfront market — where the fiscal math is fundamentally different.
Allison IslandAllison Island Miami Beach Luxury Waterfront Buyer Guide for New York Relocators: Renovation vs. Turn-Key, Dock Depths, and What You Must Know Before You Buy
New Yorkers relocating to South Florida face a steep but rewarding learning curve in luxury waterfront real estate. This guide walks you through Allison Island's unique advantages, the renovation-versus-turn-key decision, and the waterfront-specific due diligence that separates informed buyers from expensive mistakes.
Market ReportSouth Florida Luxury Market Report: 15 Homes Sold Over $5M, $175M in Total Volume, Week of October 2–9, 2026
South Florida's luxury residential market recorded 15 closed sales above $5 million during the week of October 2–9, 2026, generating $175 million in total transaction volume. Sales spanned nine cities from Stuart to Miami Beach, with a standout $48.5 million closing on North Venetian Way in Miami anchoring the week.
New JerseyNew Jersey's Record Property Tax Burden Is Sending Luxury Buyers Straight to Miami Waterfront
With New Jersey property taxes averaging 2.23% in 2026 — the highest effective rate in the nation — and roughly 47,000 Garden State residents relocating to Florida annually, South Florida's waterfront market is absorbing a steady wave of high-net-worth New Jersey buyers seeking tax relief, year-round climate, and lasting asset value.
Bal HarbourLuxury Waterfront Home Buyer Guide for Latin American Buyers: Bal Harbour, Crypto Closings & All-Cash Purchases Explained
Latin American buyers are among the most active purchasers of luxury waterfront real estate in South Florida. This guide walks through every critical step — from structuring an all-cash or crypto closing to evaluating water depth, seawall condition, and flood zone exposure in Bal Harbour and comparable markets like Sunset Islands.
La Gorce IslandDownsizing from an Inland Estate to La Gorce Island: The Luxury Waterfront Buyer's Complete Guide for Miami Beach
If you're trading square footage for water views on La Gorce Island, this guide covers everything from seawall conditions and dock access to property taxes and homestead exemption—so your transition to waterfront living is informed, strategic, and rewarding.
Market ReportSouth Florida Luxury Market Report: 18 Homes Sold Over $5M, $176.1M Total Volume, Week of October 1–8, 2026
Eighteen luxury properties closed across South Florida during the week of October 1–8, 2026, generating $176.1 million in total sales volume. Transactions ranged from $5 million to $29 million, spanning nine markets from Stuart to Miami Beach and reflecting sustained high-end demand along the entire Southeast Florida coastline.
Rivo Alto IslandRivo Alto Island Venetian Islands Waterfront Home Buyer Guide for Boaters and Yachting Enthusiasts: Costs, Dock Access, and What Listings Don't Tell You
Buying a waterfront home on Rivo Alto Island in Miami Beach's Venetian Islands is a dream for serious boaters — but the maintenance costs, navigational realities, and hidden ownership burdens can surprise even experienced buyers. This guide covers everything from seawall assessments to flood insurance nuances so you can buy with confidence.
Palm IslandPalm Island Miami Beach Waterfront Buyer Guide for New Yorkers: Dock Rights, Boat Lifts, and Yacht-Ready Water Depth
Relocating from New York to Miami Beach's Palm Island means navigating a world of seawalls, dock permits, and deep-water access that most Manhattan or Hamptons buyers have never encountered. This guide breaks down exactly what luxury waterfront ownership on Palm Island looks like — and what to demand before you make an offer.
New YorkNew York's Pied-à-Terre Tax and Rising Property Levies Are Sending Luxury Buyers South — and Miami Waterfront Is Absorbing the Demand
A convergence of new tax burdens in New York City — including a landmark pied-à-terre surcharge that took effect July 1, 2026 — is accelerating an already well-documented migration of high-net-worth residents toward South Florida's waterfront market, where no state income tax and direct water access remain enduring draws.
Sunset HarbourSunset Harbour Miami Beach Waterfront Buyer Guide for Boaters and Yachting Enthusiasts: Crypto, Cash Closings, and What to Know Before You Buy
A comprehensive guide for boaters and yachting enthusiasts evaluating luxury waterfront homes in Sunset Harbour, Miami Beach — covering dock access, water depth, seawall conditions, flood zone considerations, and how all-cash and cryptocurrency closings work in South Florida's high-end waterfront market.
Market ReportSouth Florida Luxury Market Report: 28 Homes Sold Over $5M, $337.1M in Total Volume, Week of September 30–October 7, 2026
South Florida's luxury market recorded 28 closed sales above $5 million during the week of September 30 to October 7, 2026, generating $337.1 million in total volume across 17 cities from Coral Gables to Stuart. The week was headlined by an $83.2 million oceanfront estate in Manalapan and a $29 million Miami Beach compound, underscoring sustained demand at the highest price tiers.
MorningsideMorningside Miami Waterfront Homes: A Complete Buyer Guide for Latin American International Buyers — Seawall, Marine Inspections & What Really Matters
International buyers from Latin America looking at Morningside, Miami's historic bayfront neighborhood face a unique set of due-diligence requirements that go far beyond standard real estate checklists. This guide covers how to evaluate seawall condition, commission a proper marine inspection, understand flood zone exposure, and compare Morningside's waterfront profile against benchmark communities like Palm Island and Hibiscus Island.
CaliforniaCalifornia's Luxury Market Correction Is Sending High-Net-Worth Buyers to Miami Waterfront
As California luxury home prices decline in major metros and domestic outmigration holds steady at roughly 230,000 residents per year, a measurable share of that capital is flowing into Miami's waterfront inventory — drawn by Florida's tax structure, global connectivity, and a market that still offers tangible value at the high end.
Market ReportSouth Florida Luxury Market Report: 30 Homes Sold Over $5M, $343.7M Total Volume Week of September 29 – October 6, 2026
South Florida's luxury residential market recorded 30 closed sales above $5 million during the week of September 29 through October 6, 2026, generating $343.7 million in total transaction volume across 18 cities from Key Biscayne to Stuart. The week was anchored by a blockbuster $83.2 million closing in Manalapan and a $21.5 million Palm Beach transaction, underscoring persistent ultra-high-net-worth demand across the region.
Palm Island Miami BeachPalm Island Miami Beach Luxury Waterfront Home Buyer Guide for New York Relocators: Hidden Costs, Island Life, and What to Know Before You Buy
Relocating from New York to a luxury waterfront estate on Palm Island, Miami Beach involves far more than a change of scenery — it requires understanding a completely different category of home ownership, from seawall maintenance to flood insurance. This authoritative guide walks high-net-worth buyers through every waterfront-specific cost, consideration, and comparison they need before making an offer.