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.

Miami Beach Apartment| 2 Bedroom 2.5 Bathroom |
$4,450,000
OWN A PIECE OF MIAMI BEACH'S SKY !  ULTRA LUXURY PENTHOUSE in Miami, Florida
$33,000,000
New Neo Classic, one of a kind, 3 Story waterfront home.
$22,500,000
Courtesy of One Sotheby's International Re
DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY One of the most spectacular parcels of land to be offered in the Venetian Islands.
$30,000,000
Courtesy of Douglas Elliman
Step Inside With Me ! Presenting 310 West Dilido a never before lived in, West facing modern marvel with captivating Downtown Skyline views.
$23,500,000
Courtesy of Douglas Elliman
RARE OPPORTUNITY TO OWN A DOUBLE OR SINGLE WATERFRONT LOT ON MIAMI'S EXCLUSIVE VENETIAN ISLANDS !
$24,900,000
Courtesy of Axon Advisors
A generational opportunity to purchase on Miami Beach's most coveted guard gated Star Island.
$54,000,000
Courtesy of Compass Florida, LLC.
Step Inside with Me ! This 6000SF home in the gated community of Sunset Islands is positioned on an estate corner lot spanning 31, 890 SF 250ft of water frontage.
$25,900,000
Courtesy of Douglas Elliman
Exquisite Waterfront Estate The Ultimate Miami Oasis Indulge in luxury waterfront living with 60 feet of direct Biscayne Bay frontage, offering breathtaking panoramic views.
$18,180,000
Courtesy of Macken Realty Inc
Welcome to luxury waterfront living at 176 S Hibiscus Drive in the heart of Miami Beach !
$18,999,000
Courtesy of Luxe Properties
Total square footage is approximately 5300 sqft with the roof top terrace.
$15,250,000
Courtesy of Coldwell Banker/BR
Sunset views of downtown Miami from this highly sought after SW corner unit in the coveted 04 line.
$15,000,000
Courtesy of The Corcoran Group
MID CENTURY MINIMALIST INTERIORS BY AUSTIN HARRELSON WITH STUNNING SUNSET VIEWS OVER THE BAY amp ; CITY SKYLINE FROM THIS SPRAWLING 5 BEDROOM RESIDENCE AT MONAD TERRACE BY AWARD WINNING ...
$13,000,000
Courtesy of Luxe Living Realty
Beautiful waterfront Hibiscus Island pool home with chic finishes and open floor plan.
$12,800,000
Courtesy of Douglas Elliman
RARE OPPORTUNITY TO OWN EITHER A DOUBLE OR SINGLE WATERFRONT LOT ON MIAMI'S EXCLUSIVE VENETIAN ISLANDS !
$9,990,000
Courtesy of Axon Advisors
RARE OPPORTUNITY TO OWN EITHER A DOUBLE OR SINGLE WATERFRONT LOT ON MIAMI'S EXCLUSIVE VENETIAN ISLANDS !
$9,990,000
Courtesy of Axon Advisors
Welcome to Canopy Residence 4102, a stunning 3, 000 sq.
$8,399,000
Courtesy of Douglas Elliman
We are delighted to present a rare opportunity to own a stunning 3 bedroom 3.
$8,250,000
Courtesy of Sunshine Luxury Rlty of America, Inc
Unmatched and awe inspiring, this residence offers Miami s most iconic views.
$7,995,000
Courtesy of The Brokerage South Florida Real Estate, LLC.
Presenting a brand new just completed 6 bed, 6.
$7,950,000
Courtesy of Compass Florida, LLC.
Discover our luxury boutique residence near the beach in prestigious South of Fifth, designed by Aster.
$7,950,000
Courtesy of Serhant
Welcome to The Ritz Carlton Residences, Miami Beach, designed by renowned architect Piero Lissoni.
$7,900,000
Courtesy of One Sotheby's International Realty
Oceanfront Opulence ! Rarely available combined SE corner penthouse with unobstructed, direct ocean views at The Caribbean.
$7,700,000
Courtesy of Compass Florida, LLC.
Offered fully furnished, this luxurious Miami Beach estate presents a seamless blend of grandeur and chateau elegance.
$7,495,000
Courtesy of Compass Florida, LLC.
Prime turnkey residence nestled directly in front of the prestigious La Gorce Country Club golf course.
$6,750,000
Courtesy of EXP Realty LLC
Ritz Carlton Villa Collection Stand Alone Residences by Piero Lissoni Enjoy the privacy of a single family home with the five star amenities and services of the Ritz Carlton.
$6,495,000
Courtesy of The Brokerage South Florida Real Estate, LLC.
Welcome to tranquil exclusivity at The Bath Club 1803 where your every need will be anticipated and met !
$6,370,000
Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty
Discover the perfect blend of classic charm and modern luxury in this 4 bed 4 bath office home, set on an expansive 17, 700 SF estate lot on prestigious Pine ...
$5,990,000
Courtesy of The Agency Florida LLC
Grand 3 story gated home on prestigious lower North Bay Rd.
$5,299,000
Courtesy of Compass Florida, LLC.
Experience the epitome of Miami Beach luxury at this stunning modern and elegant home.
$5,000,000
Courtesy of EXP Realty LLC
Class and comfort are seamlessly combined in this beautiful 6 bedroom 5 full bath home built in 2013.
$4,989,000
Courtesy of REALTY 24/7 CO
This fully renovated 5 bedroom, 5.
$4,950,000
Courtesy of Compass Florida, LLC.
Miami Capstone Realty is pleased to present the exclusive opportunity to acquire to 733 Michigan Avenue, a multi family building comprised of two 3BD 1.
$4,950,000
Courtesy of Miami Capstone Realty Inc
Discover refined waterfront living at the Ritz Carlton Residences in Miami Beach.
$4,895,000
Courtesy of The Brokerage South Florida Real Estate, LLC.
A true Art Deco Gem exquisitely renovated for today's discerning buyer.
$4,900,000
Courtesy of Brown Harris Stevens
Invest in prime commercial retail condos CU 104 and CU 102 at the prestigious Shoppes of Il Villaggio on Ocean Drive, Miami Beach.
$4,650,000
Courtesy of Compass Florida, LLC.
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