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What’s Public and Private in Miami Beach?


April 4, 2017

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A major reason why people choose to live or vacation in Miami Beach is the beach itself. Arguably among the best in all of the southeastern United States, the weather plus the nearness to the ocean drives many people to the barrier island.

Many condominiums plus hotels advertise having easy access to the beach, often within walking distance. While this is a major perk, it can sometimes lead to confusion. Take for example the case of a woman who regularly enjoyed reading a book while sitting on the sunny sands. As the beach became crowded, the woman was forced to set her chair elsewhere but was told she had to move because the beach was private. The situation raises eyebrows and might leave you wondering whether there is such a thing as private beaches on the barrier island.

The simple answer is no. After escalating the issue, it was determined that the employee who informed the woman she had to move was in the wrong. Not only are the beaches in Miami Beach public, so are the majority of them in Florida. In fact, only a few beaches are genuinely private, but these are located in areas like Golden Beach and Hillsboro Beach. Keep this in mind next time someone tries to tell you that you can’t sit in a certain spot because it’s private.

This update is presented by the Miami Beach real estate team representing Blackstone International Realty, specializing in the Continuum in South Beach. If you are interested in Miami Beach condos such as the Continuum South Tower for sale, call the Continuum experts at 305-588-2451 for information on sales and rentals.