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The Rise in Boutique Condos


October 26, 2016

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When it comes to Miami condo development, small has now become the new large. After years of focusing on towering skyscrapers as the new standard, developers have switched gears and are now opting to focus on projects that are smaller and more manageable.

There are varying reasons as to what’s spurring the shift, but the one that most seem to agree on is a desire to appeal to buyers seeking the comforts of a single family home and the privacy that comes with it. In addition, developers also deal with less overhead cost and a reduced risk. Often referred to as “boutique” condominiums, these smaller projects give larger buildings a run for their money in terms of amenities and luxury appeal. Because of their size, they also allow architects a greater degree of freedom when it comes to how they wish to approach the building design.

With the greater amount of boutique projects on the horizon, it raises the question as to whether they’re here to stay or if it’s just a fad. For starters, the relatively quiet Bay Harbor Islands community is seeing renewed interest with the introduction of Kasa Bay Harbor, a seven-story project with just nine units per sale. Beach House 8 on Collins Avenue is just ten stories tall and true to its name, there are only eight units in the building.

This update is presented by Miami Beach Realtor Tim Allen of Blackstone International Realty, specializing in Icon South Beach.  If you are interested in Miami Beach condos such as the Continuum condos for sale, call Continuum expert Tim at 305-588-2451 for information on sales and rentals.