What are the Best New Projects in Brickell?

In this article, I share the three best new construction condos in Brickell. After selling real estate for 15+ years, I have experienced several cycles of new construction and I have started to see patterns of what works well and what does not. When I say the “best”, I largely focus on whether I believe the condo will appreciate well over time. I’ve personally been to the sales center of all three of these condos and have walked through model units feeling the flow and paying attention to finishes. When I wrote this article I factored in several factors such as developer track records, functionality of a floor plan, and their location in Brickell. I hope you find this article informative and enjoy reading it. I added a conclusion at the end and a section on why I believe you will benefit from working with us.

What do they all have in Common?

Each of these three condominiums are working a the top end ‘luxury’ end of the Condo market which means starting prices mostly above $2m. All three are located in the South Part of Brickell which means less traffic congestion. The also are mostly being marketed to end users, although some investors will no doubt benefit and make REALLY good money from buying then renting their unit out.

Option #1. The Best New Condo in Brickell | St Regis Brickell

Pros of  St Regis Brickell

• St Regis is located on a bayfront lot and therefore the only condo of these 3 that is on the water. Two of the floor plans are directly bayfacing and two floor plans face west with indirect water views. Units with ocean views are harder to replicate and a unique product is most likely to increase in value over time.
• This condo is boutique with only 152 units but does not jeopardize amenities and services.
• In case you are an aficionado of the St Regis Brand and its signature services this will be your top pick. This condo offers all the services commonly seen in a St Regis hotel such as their signature spa, Tea Room, and the Cognac room. It has the St Regis amenities and butler services but does not have the hotel element in the building
• It has been proven that luxury hospitality branded condos outperform, unbranded condos. This is a good reason to opt for St Regis.
• If you want to live in a condo that offers a marina/yacht club. The St Regis Residences offer pick up and drop off service for yachts up to 100 ft. In addition, residents can charter a yacht in the private yacht club
• If you want a duplex unit, this is one of the few new condos that offer duplex units.
• No small, one-bedroom condos in this tower

Cons

• The St Regis comes with a slightly higher price tag than the other two condos in this list. Mostly because of its Bayfront location.
• This condo will be delivered in 2027, which might be too long a wait for some

Option #2 The Best New Condos in Brickell | Residences at 1428 Brickell Ave

Pros of 1428 Bickell

• If you truly value a condo that is finished to the nines, then this is it. 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. Their finishes 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 the specialist team in to execute such installations
• This is the first partially solar-powered high-rise residential tower in the world.
• If you value a boutique condo but you do not want to jeopardize amenities and services. The project boasts 189 residences and 80,000 SQFT of amenities
• If you want a duplex unit, this is one of the few new condos that offer duplex units.
• The developer has studied families that will fit the buyer profile for almost two years to develop the most functional floor plan. This project does have unique floor plans and the E-Line duplex unit is by far my favorite
• There are no smaller, one-bedroom condos in this tower

Cons

• You need to be on a high floor (around level 35) to have clear views toward the east (Bay)
• This is the developer’s (Ytech),  first venture into a residential condo development. Although they have everything to prove, some buyers might perceive this as a risk

Top Units for Sale at 1428 Brickell

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Option #3 The Best New Condos in Brickell | Cipriani Residences

Pros of Cipriani

• If you have dined and stayed at Cipriani, you will know the quality of the brand. In this condo, staff will all be trained by Cipriani
• It has been proven that luxury hospitality branded condos outperform, unbranded condos. This is a good reason to opt for Cipriani
• The finishes at Cipriani Residences set a different tone than we have seen in the general new construction market. Given the extensive millwork and warm wood tones, you will feel a greater sense of warmth and grandeur throughout the building
• In price per SF, this is the most affordable condo of all three

Cons

• You need to be on a high floor (around level 40) to have clear views toward the east (Bay)
• This project does offer small units of the project

BONUS | The Residences at the Mandarin Oriental on Brickell Key

Pros of  Mandarin Oriental Residences Miami

Cons

• Delivered only in 2027
• The highest price tag in Brickell

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David’s Conclusions

What is ultimately your best new Brickell condos depends on Budget and the type of floor plan that works best for you. Please give me a call to discuss what you are looking for in a condo and what budget you are working with. Based on that information I can guide you towards the best fit. As mentioned, I have been to these projects, I have toured them by myself and with clients and I know the floor plans. Based on what you tell me you are looking for, I can narrow down your search.

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.

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