Highs:

-Targeted towards End Users. This project is solely targeting end-users who want functionality and space, a true home in the sky. This project caters to the new breed of luxury buyers from the Northeast who value space, functionality, and privacy. There are no badly designed floor plans or small floor plans and this project is not likely to attract investors looking to rent this unit out.
– The luxury of space. The residences and hotel components will be built on a 5-acre lot in the middle of the bay. Despite having just 60 hotel units and 220 private residences, the development boasts a substantial footprint, providing a genuine and legitimate ‘resort’ style environment.
– Privacy and security. The private access to the residences will have a guard gated access so the residences will only allow access to residences and invitees. Since the residences only offer 220 units and are accessible by elevator the project offers a strong element of price. Because of its large footprint and distance from other condos, this condo provides lots of privacy. In addition, the residents can enjoy the amenities of the Mandarin Oriental hotel, but hotel guests or condo hotel owners are not allowed to use the amenities of the residences.
– Views. Because of the location of these condos, the views are unparalleled. All units have water views it is just a matter of taste; do you prefer pure water or also city views? Besides the smaller 2 bedrooms (04line) in the lower parts of the tower (floor 26 and lower), all views are unobstructed. The residents and hotel are built in such a way that they don’t look into one another. While in the rest of Brickell, you never know what will be built in the future, the views of the Mandarin Oriental can never get worse.
– The team behind this project is the best in class. The developer has an excellent track record and built all of Brickell Key. Swire Properties has established a commendable reputation in the Miami real estate market, and the dedicated team involved in this project excels in their respective fields
– An Established Brand: Hospitals branded condos tend to outperform all other condos, which you can read later in this article. Within the hospitality-branded condos, the cherry on the cake is those that come with a hotel on site that is not WITHin the residential tower.
-Waterfront Island Location with unobstructed water and city views. These residences will be located in an incredibly lush area on 5 acres of land. This is not possible anywhere else in Brickell. Brickell Key represents a true tropical oasis and is therefore quite different from the rest of Brickell which is more like a concrete jungle.

Lows:

– It’s not cheap for Brickell and you won’t find a condo here for less than $4M
-It won’t be ready till 2028
– The Brickell neighborhood is busy. You might be secluded on the island but once you step on the mainland there might be traffic and noise (Manhattan style)

Verdict:

Every now and then, a new condo hits all the right notes. The project has everything needed for long-term value growth: clear views, smartly designed floor plans, a large 5-acre area, a trusted hospitality brand, and an experienced development team.

The Mandarin Oriental Residences provide a distinctive living experience resembling a single-family home in the sky. Designed for those prioritizing security and privacy, If you prefer living near the urban core in a resort-style environment with top-notch amenities and services, then this condo is the ideal choice for you.