Edgewater is one of Miami's fastest-growing rental markets. Positioned along Biscayne Bay between Downtown Miami to the south and Wynwood to the west, this waterfront neighborhood has transformed over the past decade from an overlooked stretch of bayfront lots into a high-rise corridor of luxury and mid-range apartments. If you want bay views, walkable streets, and proximity to both Miami's arts scene and its financial core, Edgewater deserves serious attention.
Neighborhood Overview
Location: Northeast of Downtown Miami, bounded roughly by NE 36th Street to the north, I-195 to the south, Biscayne Bay to the east, and Biscayne Boulevard to the west.
ZIP Code: 33132 / 33137
Character: Edgewater blends residential towers, boutique restaurants, and waterfront green space. It is quieter than Brickell and less nightlife-heavy than Wynwood, making it popular with young professionals, remote workers, and couples who want an urban setting without constant noise.
Typical rental price range:
Studios: $2,000–$2,600/month
1-bedroom: $2,500–$4,000/month
2-bedroom: $3,500–$7,000/month
3-bedroom and above: $6,000–$30,000+/month (luxury waterfront)
Walkability and Transportation
Walk Score: 82 (Very Walkable)
Edgewater earns its high Walk Score through a compact street grid, access to Biscayne Boulevard commercial corridors, and the Baywalk, a bayfront pedestrian path connecting Edgewater to Museum Park and Bayfront Park to the south.
Transit Score: 71 (Excellent Transit)
Metromover: The Museum Park/Bicentennial station is approximately 0.5 miles south. This free circulator links residents to Downtown Miami and Brickell in under 15 minutes.
Metrobus: Routes 3 and 16 run along Biscayne Boulevard, connecting to South Beach, Downtown, and Little Haiti.
Brightline: MiamiCentral station is approximately 1.5 miles away, offering intercity rail to Fort Lauderdale (30 min) and Orlando (3.5 hours).
Bike Score: 75 (Very Bikeable)
The protected Baywalk path and dedicated lanes on NE 2nd Avenue make cycling practical. Citi Bike docking stations are located near Margaret Pace Park and along Biscayne Boulevard.
Driving: Edgewater sits just off I-195 and I-395. Expect 5–10 minutes to Brickell and 5 minutes to Downtown off-peak. Miami Beach via the Julia Tuttle Causeway is approximately 10 minutes.
Major Residential Buildings in Edgewater
Edgewater's skyline is anchored by a dense cluster of luxury towers, most offering bay or city views, resort-style amenities, and concierge services. Rent ranges below reflect units listed on CitySeek as of September 2026 and move with availability.
Aria on the Bay
A 53-story tower at 488 NE 18th Street, developed by Melo Group and designed by Arquitectonica, completed in 2018. Aria on the Bay holds more than 640 residences from one to four bedrooms with floor-to-ceiling windows, a bayfront pool deck, fitness center, and spa. Direct Biscayne Bay views from upper floors. Rents listed: $3,600–$11,000/month.
Missoni Baia
Completed in 2023 at 700 NE 26th Terrace, Missoni Baia is the branded residential project tied to the Italian fashion house. The 57-story tower was designed by Asymptote Architecture and holds 246 residences from one to five bedrooms. Amenities include multiple pools and a lap pool, a spa, tennis courts, and a private screening room. Rents listed: $5,700–$29,000/month.
Elysee
A boutique ultra-luxury tower at 788 NE 23rd Street, completed in 2021, with fewer than 100 residences across 57 floors, or roughly one or two homes per floor. This gives residents exceptional privacy and panoramic views. Floor plans run from three to five bedrooms at premium price points. Rents listed: $18,000–$30,000/month.
Biscayne Beach
Located at 2900 NE 7th Avenue, Biscayne Beach is a 51-story tower completed in 2017, with a private beach club that is rare for an inland bay location. Residents enjoy a beach-style pool deck, club room, and business center. Units range from one to four bedrooms. Rents listed: $4,450–$13,000/month.
Gran Paraiso
Part of the Paraiso District at 480 NE 31st Street, Gran Paraiso is a 55-story tower designed by Arquitectonica with interiors by Piero Lissoni, completed in 2019 with 312 residences. Amenities include a resort-style pool deck, a lighted tennis center, and a spa. Rents listed: $6,800–$15,000/month.
One Paraiso
A flagship of the Paraiso District at 3131 NE 7th Avenue, completed in 2018. One Paraiso offers 273 residences across 53 stories, designed by Arquitectonica with interiors by Piero Lissoni, and residents have access to the Paraiso Beach Club. Layouts run from one to three bedrooms plus penthouses. Rents listed: $8,900–$40,000/month.
Paraiso Bay
Located at 650 NE 32nd Street, Paraiso Bay is a 54-story, 364-residence tower on the Paraiso District campus, completed in 2018. The amenity deck includes a bayfront pool, fitness center, spa, tennis center, a marina, and the on-site restaurant Amara at Paraiso. One to four-bedroom residences plus penthouses. Rents listed: $8,900–$30,000/month.
Paraiso Bayviews
Also in the Paraiso District, at 501 NE 31st Street, Paraiso Bayviews is a 44-story tower completed in 2017 with roughly 396 residences. It offers a wider range of price points than its sister towers, making it the most accessible entry point into the Paraiso campus. Studio to three-bedroom layouts. Rents listed: $3,200–$12,750/month.
Icon Bay
A 42-story tower at 460 NE 28th Street, developed by The Related Group and completed in 2015, with roughly 300 units, a waterfront pool, fitness center, and direct bayfront access. One to three-bedroom residences with strong bay views. Rents listed: $4,000–$8,700/month.
Quantum on the Bay
Located at 1900 N Bayshore Drive, Quantum on the Bay is a twin-tower complex completed in 2008, pairing a 51-story south tower with a 44-story north tower. It offers one of Edgewater's more accessible price points. Pool, fitness center, 24-hour security, and bay views. Studios to three-bedrooms. Rents listed: $2,300–$8,900/month.
Canvas
At 1600 NE 1st Avenue, Canvas is a 38-story tower completed in 2018 with 513 residences, offering studios to two-bedrooms and a strong amenity package including a rooftop deck, pool, and fitness center. One of Edgewater's most active rental buildings. Rents listed: $2,500–$4,200/month.
Parks and Green Spaces
Margaret Pace Park
The heart of Edgewater's outdoor life at 1745 N Bayshore Drive. This 9-acre bayfront park includes tennis courts, basketball courts, a dog park, waterfront walking paths, and picnic areas. Sunrise and sunset views over Biscayne Bay make this a daily destination for runners and cyclists.
Museum Park / Bicentennial Park
A 29-acre waterfront park approximately 0.5 miles south, housing the Pérez Art Museum Miami (PAMM) and the Patricia and Phillip Frost Museum of Science. Open lawns, public art installations, and bay access. One of Miami's most significant cultural outdoor spaces.
Paraiso Baywalk
A publicly accessible bayfront promenade within the Paraiso District connecting to the greater bay greenway and south to Museum Park.
Schools
Edgewater addresses fall within Miami-Dade County Public Schools. Attendance zones vary by address, so the district's school locator is the authoritative source for any specific building.
Zoned elementary: Phillis Wheatley Elementary School, 1801 NW 1st Place.
Zoned middle: Jose de Diego Middle School, 3100 NW 5th Avenue.
Zoned high school: Booker T. Washington Senior High School, approximately 1.5 miles west.
Magnet and choice programs: Miami-Dade operates a countywide school choice program. Design and Architecture Senior High (DASH) in the Design District, along with magnet programs at Booker T. Washington and Jose de Diego, accept applications from outside their attendance boundaries. Application windows and criteria are published by the district each year.
Private options: Several private schools are within a 15-minute drive, including Christopher Columbus High School to the west.
Crime and Safety
Violent crime rate: approximately 4.2 per 1,000 residents, below the Miami-Dade urban average of 6.1.
Property crime rate: approximately 18 per 1,000 residents.
Most residential towers in Edgewater operate 24/7 security and controlled building access. The neighborhood has changed considerably as tower density increased foot traffic and street lighting. Renters comparing specific addresses can review current incident data through the City of Miami Police Department's public crime mapping.
Dining, Shopping, and Daily Life
Grocery:
Publix at Midtown Miami, 3401 N Miami Avenue, about 0.5 miles west. The most convenient full-service grocery for most Edgewater residents.
Whole Foods Market, about 1.5 miles away.
Dining Highlights:
Casadonna, 1737 N Bayshore Drive. Riviera-style Italian on the bay, set in the Mediterranean Revival building that houses Miami's historic Woman's Club.
Amara at Paraiso, 3101 NE 7th Avenue. Michael Schwartz's waterfront Latin American restaurant in the Paraiso District, open to the public as well as residents.
Enriqueta's Sandwich Shop, 186 NE 29th Street. The neighborhood's long-running Cuban lunch counter, and one of the best cheap meals in Edgewater.
Shopping: The Design District is approximately 0.5 miles north, with Hermès, Louis Vuitton, Prada, and the Institute of Contemporary Art Miami (ICA, free admission). Brickell City Centre is 2 miles south via Metromover.
Who Is Edgewater Best For?
Edgewater suits renters who want bayfront access and modern amenities, value proximity to both Wynwood's arts scene and Downtown's financial district, prefer a quieter residential atmosphere compared to South Beach or Brickell, work remotely or have flexible commutes, and budget $2,500 or more per month for a one-bedroom.
It is less ideal for those who need direct Metrorail access or renters seeking the lowest price point in Miami.
The Bottom Line
Edgewater offers some of Miami's most compelling bay-view rental options in a neighborhood that has matured without losing its energy. For bay views and modern amenities at pricing that competes favorably with Brickell, Edgewater is consistently one of Miami's strongest lifestyle-to-value neighborhoods.
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