Bal Harbour, Miami
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Bal Harbour is an exclusive, beachfront village in Miami-Dade County known for world-class luxury shopping at Bal Harbour Shops, white-sand beaches, and high-end condos like St. Regis residences. Ideal for buyers seeking resort-style living, strong rental demand, and easy access to Miami and Fort Lauderdale airports.
Tips for Buyers
- 1.Budget for HOA and insurance costs — high in beachfront luxury buildings
- 2.Review condo association and rental rules before purchase
- 3.Work with agents experienced in luxury Miami Beach transactions
- 4.Verify flood zone, elevation and hurricane-hardening measures
- 5.Visit across seasons to assess noise, traffic and occupancy levels
Common Property Types
- • Luxury high‑rise condominiums
- • Hotel residences / resort residences
- • Boutique low‑rise residences and townhomes
Who Lives Here
Affluent, small residential population with a high proportion of international buyers and seasonal residents; heavily weighted toward high net worth households and older professionals/retirees.
Transport
- • Collins Avenue (A1A) along the barrier island
- • Short drives to I‑95 and Broad Causeway for mainland access
- • Miami International Airport (MIA) ~20–30 minutes; Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport (FLL) ~25–40 minutes
- • Miami‑Dade Transit bus service along Collins Avenue; widespread rideshare availability
Schools
- • Ruth K. Broad/Bay Harbor K–8 Center (Bay Harbor Islands) — public K–8 option
- • Miami Beach Senior High School — public high school near Miami Beach
Amenities
- • Bal Harbour Shops (luxury shopping and dining)
- • Bal Harbour public beach and village beachfront access
- • St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort (luxury hotel and residences)
- • Haulover Park & Marina (dog beach, kite area, marina)
Long-term outlook is positive for luxury buyers due to limited land supply, established retail draw and strong international demand; expect seasonal liquidity and sensitivity to global travel trends.
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