The Truth About Living in Edgewater vs. Downtown Miami

Since moving to sunny Miami from the cool streets of New York, Roberta Feldman, PhD, an award-winning architect and professor emerita at the University of Illinois’ School of Architecture, has called both Edgewater and Downtown Miami her home. But after almost a decade, which neighborhood wins? In this video interview hosted by Sep Niakan, a luxury real-estate expert and the founding broker of Blackbook Properties, Roberta shares her lived experience as a former resident of Edgewater and current resident of Downtown Miami. Plus, get insights into Paramount Bay, one of Edgewater’s premier buildings, as well as future Miami projects Sep and Roberta are looking forward to. Jump Ahead ⏩ 0:00–0:41 Introduction 0:42–1:26 What drew Roberta to Edgewater 1:27–3:36 What makes Paramount Bay special and how it compares to Missoni Baia 3:37–4:01 Leaving Edgewater for Downtown Miami 4:02–7:36 Edgewater vs Downtown Miami Lifestyle 7:37–9:24 Exciting new projects in Downtown Miami 9:25–10:35 Miami from an architect’s point of view 10:36–11:40 Where to next? 11:41–12:15 Conclusion Building & Neighborhood Highlights 📍 • Edgewater: Surrounded by Biscayne Bay to its east, Edgewater is a primarily residential neighborhood known for its recent expansion and strategic proximity to the heart of Miami. • Paramount Bay: A highly regarded, water-facing residential tower in Edgewater, and one of Blackbook’s favorite buildings. • Downtown Miami: A mixed-use, dynamic neighborhood undergoing a renaissance of new developments and activity. ➤ Watch part one of Roberta’s interview    • We Left NYC for Miami — Here’s What Surpri...   ➤ Take a walking tour of Edgewater with Sep    • A Walking Tour of Edgewater, Miami   ➤ See where Downtown Miami is headed    • EXCLUSIVE Interview: The FUTURE of Downtow...   Are you also considering a relocation to Miami? With 20 years of real-estate expertise in the Miami market, we can help you find the ideal condo for your lifestyle. Contact us today by emailing [email protected] or calling +1 (305) 428-2423. 🔔 Like and subscribe to our YouTube channel for more thoughtful conversations 📱Follow us on Instagram at @blackbookproperties ✉️ Sign up to our newsletter to receive regular updates 💻 Explore our full Miami neighborhood guides and market insights at www.condoblackbook.com #edgewatervsdowntownmiami #livinginedgewaterprosandcons #livingindowntownmiamiprosandcons #wherearenewyorkersmovingtomiami #edgeawaterordowntownmiami