Miami Beach is a city in Miami-Dade County, Florida, United States. The city was incorporated on 26 March 1915. It is located on a barrier island between Biscayne Bay and the Atlantic Ocean; the Bay separates Miami Beach from the city of Miami, Florida. The city is often referred to under the umbrella term of "Miami," despite being a distinct municipality. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 87,933. 55.5% of the population was foreign born. A 2005 population estimate for the city was 87,925. Miami Beach has been one of America's pre-eminent beach resorts for almost a century.


In 1870 Henry Lum and son Charles arrived by sailboat on the large sandbar off the southeast Florida coast, and were so impressed by the island they landed on that they bought from the federal government, for $.25 an acre, most of the island and property further north.

Lum would later sell the property to fellow New Jerseyites Elnathan Field and Ezra Osborne, who, in turn would sell the land to John S. Collins and his son-in-law, Thomas Pancoast, who were also from New Jersey.

In 1913, Collins and Carl Fisher, who had made his fortune from his invention and later sale of the Presto-o-Lite Corporation and the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, embarked on an agriculture venture on the beachfront land. Fisher loaned Collins the money he needed to complete the first bridge from Miami to Miami Beach that same year and the bridge, at the time the longest wooden bridge in the world, would be the catalyst for the 1915 incorporation of Miami Beach.

The great boom of the 1920’s would see enormous growth, while during the Depression, new groups from the northeast would build many small hotels along lower Collins Avenue and Ocean Drive. This building boom helped bring the area out of the Depression and forty years later that area of Miami Beach would become the famous Art Deco District, known the world over as "South Beach" or "SoBe."

During World War II 500,000 Army Air Corps cadets passed through Miami Beach when it became a major training center. [ See here for more information and additional resources on these WWII Miami Beach veterans.] Many of these servicemen returned to make the area their permanent home after the war. By the end of the 1950s, South Florida had doubled its pre-war population.

When Fidel Castro took over Cuba in 1959, the revolution radically changed South Florida as half a million Cubans poured into the area. The 1980s and early 90s brought a massive infusion of investment capital that has produced a reborn Miami Beach. Although it has changed almost beyond recognition (again), Miami Beach has thrived amidst that change and overcome many difficulties as it continues to be an international mecca for travel, business, and permanent residents.

Spacious and bright corner 3 bedroom, 3.
$3,700,000
Courtesy of Douglas Elliman
Rare offering high floor SE corner sprawling 1860 ft.
$3,649,000
Courtesy of The Keyes Company
This stunning turn key unit was completed this year.
$3,450,000
Courtesy of One Sotheby's International Re
This unique property presents a rare opportunity for investors seeking a turnkey operation in the lucrative hospitality industry, The AirBNB licensed 3 rooms on the villa, and long term rentals ...
$3,350,000
Courtesy of Luxe Properties
The Residence spans approximately 2, 751 square feet across 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms 1 powder room, and a bonus room or office den.
$3,370,000
Courtesy of One Sotheby's International Realty
Best priced double lot on Alton Road !
$3,350,000
Courtesy of One Sotheby's International Re
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$3,077,000
Courtesy of Sterling Equity Realty LLC
Live in one of the most serene areas of South Beach, directly across the scenic Miami Beach Golf Course, on the peaceful tree lined Meridian AV.
$3,100,000
Courtesy of One Sotheby's International Re
Immerse yourself in the epitome of luxury living DIRECTLY on the beach in the most coveted location !
$2,900,000
Courtesy of London Foster Realty
The lowest priced complete home remodel in Miami Beach.
$2,790,000
Courtesy of Premier Brokers International
Luxury Live Auction ! Bidding to start from 2, 750, 000.
$2,750,000
Courtesy of COSMORE Florida Corp.
Rarely available direct west bay view with balcony at Mirador South.
$359,000
Courtesy of West Avenue Realty
SELLER TO PAY SPECIAL ASSESSMENT OF 38, 349.
$599,900
Courtesy of Ocean International Realty
40 amp ; 50 YEAR CERTIFICATIONS COMPLETE !
$545,000
Courtesy of Ocean International Realty
Seller will pay at closing, both assessments pending, one for 36K building and the other of 9900 for impact window and sliding glass door.
$449,000
Courtesy of Person to Person Realty Inc
very interesting investment opportunity with very low condo fees 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Located in the heart of the Art Deco District, just steps away from Lincoln Road and Ocean ...
$340,000
Courtesy of The Keyes Company
HIGH CEILING Charming 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Garden Corner Unit Bright and airy corner unit with abundant natural light.
$490,000
Courtesy of The Keyes Company
Easy to show ! Ready to move in !
$569,000
Courtesy of Intertrust Realty Corp.
Prime location in Miami Beach, south of Fifth !
$2,700,000
Courtesy of United Realty Group, Inc
2 bedrooms 2 baths apartment at prestigious Seacoast Condo by architect Morris Lapidus in Miami Beach, Millionaire's row ; Enjoy beautiful partial ocean and intracoastal views, full service building offering ...
$540,000
Courtesy of Aventura Management Realty
CHARMING DIRECT BAY VIEWS, 2 2 CORNER UNIT.
$769,000
Courtesy of One Sotheby's International Re
Great opportunity to buy in the iconic Roney Palace.
$749,000
Courtesy of Real Estate Experts
NEW MODERN SUNNY SOUTH OF FIFTH FURNISHED APARTMENT WITH OCEAN VIEWS !
$525,000
Courtesy of Keller Williams Capital Realty
FABULOUS DIRECT OCEANFRONT UNIT WITH EXTRA LARGE BALCONY AT SOUGHT AFTER CLUB ATLANTIS !
$1,095,000
Courtesy of Sasco Realty, Inc.
This beautiful condo is on a high floor and offers great views of the intracoastal and the ocean.
$950,000
Courtesy of Group 3 Realty
Beautifully remodeled oversized 2 bed, 2.
$2,385,000
Courtesy of Compass Florida, LLC
Brand new remodeled luxurious unit, impeccably crafted and styled with Artefacto Furniture, sub zero appliances, Ornare kitchen and wardrobe.
$2,490,000
Courtesy of Sky Avenue Realty
Experience elevated bayfront living at 1000 Venetian Way.
$1,625,000
Courtesy of One Sotheby's International Re
Rarely available spacious and private corner unit with 7th floor views of surrounding Miami Beach area.
$315,000
Courtesy of The Keyes Company
Live the Miami Beach dream at 5700 Collins Ave 3C !
$450,000
Courtesy of Sterling Equity Realty LLC
Very nice CITY OCEAN views from this modern oceanfront bldg w panoramic new floor to ceiling high impact clear windows.
$510,000
Courtesy of Premier Elite Realty Inc.
Experience breathtaking bay and ocean views from this one bedroom, one and a half bathroom condo at the Mimosa condo on Millionaires Row.
$550,000
Courtesy of Brown Harris Stevens
Experience sophisticated living in this elegant 2BR 2.
$899,999
Courtesy of Income Real Estate, Inc.
one bedroom with expansive balcony at Five Park Miami Beach.
$1,470,000
Courtesy of Douglas Elliman
Live in the Heart of Miami Beach Steps from Lincoln Road amp ; the Ocean !
$325,000
Courtesy of Realty One Group Plus
Impressive condominium with views of the ocean and the intracoastal canal an ideal investment opportunity.
$550,000
Courtesy of Invest Realty Link Corp.
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