Brickell is Miami's financial district — walkable, urban, and adding more luxury new development per square mile than anywhere else in South Florida. This guide covers what things actually cost, what's being built, and who Brickell is really right for.
Brickell is Miami's answer to Midtown Manhattan — a dense, walkable financial district on the water. It sits between Downtown Miami to the north and Coconut Grove to the south, running along Brickell Bay and the Miami River. The neighborhood has transformed faster than any other in Miami over the past decade, going from a sleepy banking corridor into a vertical city with a real street-level energy.
The anchor is Brickell City Centre — a $1.05B mixed-use development with Saks Fifth Avenue, an Equinox gym, Cinemex, and over 30 restaurants and bars across two city blocks. That, plus Mary Brickell Village next door, means most residents genuinely don't need a car for daily life.
Who lives here: hedge fund managers, Latin American executives, tech professionals who relocated from New York or San Francisco, and a growing number of international buyers who want a Miami address that isn't on the beach. The vibe is urban and professional, not resort.
Prices vary significantly by building age, floor, and view. Here's what the market actually looks like in 2026:
| Budget | What You Get (Resale) | What You Get (New Dev) |
|---|---|---|
| $500K–$700K | Studio or 1BR in an older building (SLS, MyBrickell, Infinity). 500–750 sq ft. Bay or city views depending on floor. | Studio at The Standard Residences (from $600K). Brand new, river views, wellness amenities. |
| $700K–$1.2M | 1–2BR in Icon Brickell, Brickell Heights, or 1010 Brickell. Higher floors get bay views. Expect 700–1,100 sq ft. | 1BR at The Standard or entry-level at Faena. Pre-construction pricing with 2027 delivery. |
| $1.2M–$2.5M | 2–3BR in premium towers. Larger floor plates, direct bay views, full amenity buildings. | 2BR at Faena Residences (from $1.3M) or 888 Brickell by D&G (from $2.1M). |
| $5M+ | Penthouse or large unit in Four Seasons, Brickell Flatiron top floors, or Epic Residences. | St. Regis Residences (from $5.6M) — 152 units, Robert A.M. Stern design, Biscayne Bay front. |
Brickell has four major pre-construction projects currently selling. All are expected to deliver 2027–2028:
This is the first question most buyers ask. The honest answer depends entirely on how you plan to use the property:
The tax angle: Florida has no state income tax. For a New York or California resident earning $500K+, relocating to Brickell and establishing domicile can save $50,000–$100,000+ per year in state taxes. This is the single biggest driver of the 2021–2026 Brickell price surge.
Brickell is the most walkable neighborhood in Miami. From most condo towers you can reach:
The one genuine weakness: driving out of Brickell during rush hour (5–7pm) on Brickell Avenue is slow. Most residents use rideshare or the Metromover to avoid it.
Brickell condo HOA fees are higher than most Miami suburbs because of the amenity density. Expect:
Current floor plans, inventory, and pricing for all 4 active Brickell developments — sent within 24 hours.
No spam. One email with exactly what you asked for.