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.

Live the Miami Beach dream at 5700 Collins Ave 3C !
$450,000
Courtesy of Sterling Equity Realty LLC
one bedroom with expansive balcony at Five Park Miami Beach.
$1,470,000
Courtesy of Douglas Elliman
FABULOUS DIRECT OCEANFRONT UNIT WITH EXTRA LARGE BALCONY AT SOUGHT AFTER CLUB ATLANTIS !
$1,095,000
Courtesy of Sasco Realty, Inc.
CHARMING DIRECT BAY VIEWS, 2 2 CORNER UNIT.
$769,000
Courtesy of One Sotheby's International Re
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
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
Rarely available spacious and private corner unit with 7th floor views of surrounding Miami Beach area.
$315,000
Courtesy of The Keyes Company
Beautifully remodeled oversized 2 bed, 2.
$2,385,000
Courtesy of Compass Florida, LLC
Charming corner 2BR 2BA in the heart of South Beach.
$465,000
Courtesy of Rising Global Realty, LLC.
Direct beach access ! Delightful and very well kept furnished 2 2 with spacious floorplan.
$799,000
Courtesy of BHHS EWM Realty
Rarely available gem in the heart of South Beach !
$499,900
Courtesy of Luxe Properties
Step into a bright 2 Bedroom Convertible Unit with Northeast Ocean Views Millionaire's Row, Miami Beach Fl.
$475,000
Courtesy of Luxurious Living Realty, Inc.
Modern 2BD 2BA at Artepark South with 1, 123 sq ft of interior space and a spacious private terrace ideal for dining or entertaining.
$1,050,000
Courtesy of Compass Florida, LLC
STUNNING CORNER TOWNHOUSE IN THE HEART OF SOUTH OF FIFTH !
$1,499,900
Courtesy of EXP Realty LLC
Experience sophisticated living in this elegant 2BR 2.
$899,999
Courtesy of Income Real Estate, Inc.
Stunning direct ocean views and beach access on Millionaires Row in this beautifully renovated 2 2 condo located in Mid Beach !
$995,000
Courtesy of Compass Florida, LLC.
Best deal on Belle isle !
$395,000
Courtesy of London Foster Realty
Live in the Heart of Miami Beach Steps from Lincoln Road amp ; the Ocean !
$325,000
Courtesy of Realty One Group Plus
Welcome to your dream oceanfront sanctuary !
$498,500
Courtesy of United Realty Group Inc
Rarely available, Lowest priced beautiful converted fully renovated two Bedrooms in prestigious Portofino Tower.
$1,395,000
Courtesy of London Foster Realty
Experience the ultimate in coastal living with one of the world's most iconic beaches just steps from your door.
$649,000
Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty
Super cute, Freshly painted and remodled !
$205,000
Courtesy of EXP Realty LLC
Stunning 2Bed amp ; 2 baths, corner unit featuring with breathtaking panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean and Bay, Miami Beach and downtown Miami skyline through floor to ceiling, impact ...
$2,750,000
Courtesy of Engel & Völkers Miami
This huge 2 2. 5 sundrenched corner unit sits at the canopy of the palm tree tops with water views from every room.
$1,750,000
Courtesy of Florida Realty of Miami Corp
Stunning South Beach Condo Prime West Location Near Lincoln RoadLocated in one of South Beach's most desirable and quiet west end neighborhoods, this beautifully updated 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo ...
$425,000
Courtesy of Ekklesia Realty LLC
Highly sought after 01 line with best views and huge wrap around balcony.
$1,649,000
Courtesy of LoKation
Welcome to the Mirador South Beach, a premier waterfront residence located directly on the Intracoastal Waterway.
$420,000
Courtesy of Century 21 Stein Posner
Bright and spacious, this beautifully remodeled 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom residence is nestled in South of Fifth, the most sought after neighborhood in South Beach.
$365,000
Courtesy of Compass Florida, LLC.
This corner 2bed 2bath unit has spectacular Biscayne Bay and Downtown Skyline views.
$1,799,000
Courtesy of Rising Global Realty, LLC.
In the heart of South Beach on famous Lincoln Road, available for Sale this BEAUTIFUL OCEAN VIEW STUDIO in the iconic DECOPLAGE oceanfront building !
$407,000
Courtesy of Avanti Way Realty LLC
Fanie Mae Approved ! Amazing DIRECT BAY VIEWS from everywhere in this totally renovated high floor residence at Mirador South !
$680,000
Courtesy of Live Work Play Miami Group, LLC.
Imagine buying a single family home for the price of a condo in the middle of south beach.
$875,000
Courtesy of Vanguard Properties International
For your best information, when viewing on a property listing website, please do not click agent or schedule online, scroll down, and look for the listing broker information.
$495,000
Courtesy of GFolio Real Estate Inc
OCEANFRONT POOL ! The oversized balcony is perfect for enjoying warm summer nights.
$500,000
Courtesy of Keller Williams Capital Realty
Experience the best of Miami Beach living in this exclusive penthouse at Nautica Condo, a newer boutique building with just 33 residences.
$849,000
Courtesy of Ocean Luxury Properties LLC
SELLER PAYS CLOSING COST for List Price Offers within 24 hours of showing !
$451,050
Courtesy of AmeriFirst Realty
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