The Residences at 1428 Brickell

Independent Review of Prices, Floor Plans, and Location

This article is my independent review of the residences at 1428 Brickell. I Compared 1428 not just against the other top new construction Brickell Condos and existing Brickell Condos but against all other new condos in Miami, both physically and financially. This is just one review of the many that we offer on all new construction condos across Miami. As always, whether you are reading in detail or skimming for information, enjoy the article and please make sure to read my conclusions at the end!

Introduction to 1428 Brickell

1428 is one of three major new projects being brought to the South side of Brickell. Veering away from what has traditionally been built in Brickell, this 189-unit tower is being designed and built around the needs of wealthy end users. As we see Brickell expand its foothold as a major financial hub, this developer and others are targeting buyers who want high luxury in a central location. It is being heralded as the ‘finest finished Condo ever to be built in Brickell’. So, I went to the sales office to learn more!

1. Accessing key information

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Top Units for Sale at 1428 Brickell

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2. Analyzing the finishes and design at 1428 Brickell

The Developer behind Brickell’s newly launched project is Ytech. Although this might be their first venture into a residential condo development, they are entering the marketplace with a statement. The architectural and interior design of this building go hand-in-hand with their intention for the resident’s lifestyle. From the solar backbone of the western facade, making it the first partially solar-powered high-rise residential tower in the world. To guard-gated residences with 11-foot ceilings. Private residences with brass inlays between the marble floors to the most custom kitchens anyone has ever seen. The project boasts 189 residences in an urban sanctuary. The common spaces span 80,000 SQFT over six floors. 

I went into the sales office and looked at the ‘model design’ they had created. I can honestly say that I have never seen anything quite so expensively finished. My wife runs and operates ‘Design Solutions’ and I can say that installing such features would be an impressive feat in a single-family home or penthouse but to claim delivery of such finishes across 189 units is truly impressive.

The kitchens are by Arclinea. The larger units (G and H floor plans) and the penthouses will feature custom Vaselli kitchens. The residences come fully finished with travertine marble floors, Gaggenau kitchen appliances, a paneled refrigerator and freezer, a wine refrigerator, and an automatic built-in coffee machine. A unique component of the kitchen’s design at 1428 Brickell is that they have included a glass enclosure for more privacy when catering or cooking. The ceiling heights vary upon the residence, starting at 11 feet to 30 feet, inviting the natural light from the east, to which all residences have direct exposure. The primary bathrooms have split vanities with travertine marble running from top to bottom, showcasing a neutral design. The exterior includes a summer kitchen with terraces running at least 12 feet deep.

To be clear a Condo with these finishes and at this scale has never been achieved before. The quality of labor to install such features will have to be several levels above what we have seen at this point and I am going to assume they will need to bring a specialist team in to execute such installations.

4. The Location

The Residences at 1428 Brickell are excellently located to the southern side of Brickell on 1428 Brickell Ave, This is a less commercial, more ‘green’ and less congested part of Brickell. The location makes the condo highly ‘walkable’ while allowing for an easy escape to the South entrance of the i95 freeway. The porte-cochere is designed to loop towards the western side of the building, away from the avenue’s occasional traffic congestion to the North. The building solely operates on valet parking, which may escalate HOA costs a little if not handled carefully. The building also offers a guard-gated entrance which is in standing for an ultra luxury project.

6. Comparing its prices to other projects

Prices at The Residences at 1428 Brickell range from $2.3M to $16M; given the broad range for pricing, the blended average can be skewed. To put pricing into perspective, the average price per square foot for two bedrooms plus a den is less than $1,481 PSF. The average PSF for three bedrooms plus a den is $1,415. The average PSF for four bedrooms is $2,021.

Although these prices might be higher than the existing average for Brickell ($1,144 PSF), this will be one of the more boutique buildings in Brickell. This building is centered around providing residents with the ultimate urban living experience, with no compromise. It does not have a commercial component in efforts to optimize urban residential living with serenity. Other non-bayfront pre-construction buildings ask $1,600 PSF (blended average), while other bayfront pre-construction buildings ask $1,750 (blended average).

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8. Conclusions and Advice

The residences at 1428 Brickell Ave are for buyers who like a good view, but ocean or pure water views are not their main driver. The RIGHT buyer for this project is looking for larger floor plans and places high-level finishes as a priority. This buyer wants a more boutique experience without sacrificing amenities and services. 1428 Brickell is all about finishes and is marketed as a project that will deliver finishes never seen at this level before. The condo will be delivered on time and to the quality communicated provided the developer commits to a top-level labor force, commits to the finishes seen in the showroom, and gets to groundbreaking in a timely manner. At the David Siddons Group, we will make sure that our contracts have addendums that hold developers to the standards that are marketed. Call me for more information on those legalities.

Why Work with us?

We enjoy full super-broker status with most of the developments. This means we get first access to information and inventory. As super brokers, we enjoy all the benefits of having this status but by using us you still get independent advice. We are not limited to just one project and are therefore providing you with what the entire market has to offer. We provide you with the pros and cons of the location and the floor plans and we will compare prices with other new and resale condos. There are subtle nuances when it comes to buying pre-construction and therefore it is essential you work with an independent agent who has 17+ years of experience in selling pre-construction. We know the reputation of developers, we know what to look out for and we know what questions to ask.

I have sold hundreds of new construction condos and resale condos over my career. I have provided independent advice about the new condo market for over a decade and I have observed consistent patterns and trends over that time. My experience will not only guide you towards the best unit but also protect you from terrible mistakes. I challenge you to quiz me on any building in any market. I will honestly give you the good, the bad, and the ugly no matter what the cost.

Want to know more?

You can schedule a meeting with me via the Calendly link below. You can also send me an email (David@siddonsgroup.com) or call me on my cell at (305) 508-0899. If you want to know more about me, read my bio.