Miami Beach, Florida

The prestige that you'll feel when you can say you own Miami Beach real estate is worth the price of the property alone. Located in Florida's Miami-Dade County, this thriving city has a long history that officially dates back to 1915. Today, though, it stands as one of the nation's premier resorts and has been that way for several decades. People flock to this area during Spring Break or any other time of the year to savor the amazing weather and spectacular beaches. If you haven't checked out this popular town during your search for a new home, now is the time to do so.

Miami Beach has a large population of nearly 88,000 people, but that number is constantly growing. The city celebrates its history and cultural diversity in several ways. The Art Deco Historic District is just one of these ways. This district has a huge collection of Art Deco architecture that people just marvel at when they see it. Hotels, office buildings and even apartments have this type of architectural feature that sets them apart from the rest.

This flourishing city is also the home of the South Beach area, or The Beach, as locals call it. This is one of the town's greatest attractions because certain areas allow topless sunbathing – one of the few in the nation that allow this activity. The television Show Miami Vice also made this a popular place during a time when it was about to fall victim to urban blight. Some have credited the program with the city's current and continued success.

Because of its popularity, the Miami Beach, FL real estate community is comprised of several neighborhoods – each with cultural characteristics of their own. Some of the neighborhoods in the city include the Bayshore, Biscayne Point, Fisher Island, City Center and the North Shore, just to name a few. These housing communities include a variety of lavish homes designed to please even the most discerning home buyer.

Owners of Miami Beach homes also enjoy several area attractions that attract tourists from surrounding areas and even all over the country. The Holocaust Memorial is one of the more popular attractions because of its significance and style. A long walkway leads visitors to a walled area in which a 42-foot bronze hand appears to be reaching up from the ground. Upon leaving, another walkway sits next to a memorial that lists the names of the Holocaust victims and it gives a brief history of this tragic event. In contrast, the Miami Beach Botanical Garden is a much visited attraction that has dozens of flora and fauna grown together in a breathtaking display.

Whatever your pleasures or interest, you'll find it in Miami Beach, Florida. It's not only a place for the elite as it has several homes and neighborhoods that seem more affordable. If you're looking for waterfront property with many things to do every day of the year, this is the place for you!

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