City Developments and Community Events
The City of Sunny Isles Beach is celebrating the recent grand opening of the new Intracoastal Sports Park. This significant addition to the community’s recreational facilities underscores the city’s commitment to enhancing the quality of life for its residents. In other civic news, the city has published its budget message for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. In a move to benefit homeowners, the City Commission has approved a lower millage rate, maintaining its status as the municipality with the lowest property tax rate in Miami Dade County. This decision aims to provide financial relief to residents. The city’s innovative use of technology was also recognized, as it received the 2026 Florida Local Government Information Systems Association Technology Excellence Award. Residents should be aware of a lane and sidewalk closure at 172 Street and North Bay Road beginning today, September 22, through Friday, September 25, from 9:00 AM until 2:00 PM. Looking ahead, the city has several community events scheduled, including Full Moon Yoga on the Beach on September 26 and a Senior Roundtable on September 30.
Real Estate and Construction Updates
The skyline of Sunny Isles Beach continues its dramatic transformation with significant progress on several ultra luxury condominium projects. Construction of the 62 story Bentley Residences is visibly advancing, promising to become a new city landmark. The St. Regis Residences has also reached a major milestone, with vertical construction starting on its south tower following the foundation’s completion. These projects are part of a new wave of oceanfront towers expected to be completed around 2026. The local housing market shows strong demand, with the median sale price of a home reported at $680,000 over the last three months, an increase of 15.7% compared to the same period last year. The median listing price is around $749,000, with homes spending an average of 106 days on the market. The luxury market is particularly robust, highlighted by a recent penthouse sale at the Estates at Acqualina for $33 million.
Beach and Ocean Conditions
Beachgoers in Sunny Isles Beach can expect generally favorable conditions today. The official beach report from yesterday indicated green flags, signifying calm conditions. Today appears to be a good day for the beach, with calm water and low hazard advisories, though swimmers should always exercise caution. The water temperature is a warm 82 degrees Fahrenheit (about 28 degrees Celsius). The surf is expected to be low at around 0.7 feet with a 3.3 second period. Tides for today will see a low tide at 11:09 PM. The UV index is very high, peaking at an 8, so sun protection is strongly recommended for anyone spending time on the sand.
Other Local News
In local business news, KEW Legal, a South Florida business and real estate law firm with an office in Sunny Isles Beach, recently hosted a Business Networking Happy Hour. The event, held at Regatta Grove in Miami, brought together a diverse group of professionals including attorneys, realtors, investors, and business owners for an evening of community connection and to foster professional relationships. The firm emphasized its relationship first approach as the motivation for hosting the community event. On the transportation front, residents should continue to be mindful of the ongoing Florida Department of Transportation roadway improvement project along Collins Avenue, which is estimated to last for approximately six more months and will impact local traffic.
Weather Forecast
The weather in Sunny Isles Beach for today, September 22, will be partly sunny with a chance of showers and thunderstorms, becoming more likely this afternoon. The high temperature will be around 86 degrees Fahrenheit (30 degrees Celsius) with a low tonight of 79 degrees Fahrenheit (26 degrees Celsius). Winds will be light, coming from the north at around 5 mph and becoming southeast in the afternoon. The chance of rain is 70 percent. For Wednesday, expect continued showers and thunderstorms with a high near 86°F (30°C) and a low of 79°F (26°C). Thursday will see a chance of showers and thunderstorms with a high of 86°F (30°C) and a low of 81°F (27°C). Friday will bring similar conditions with a chance of showers and thunderstorms and temperatures remaining in the mid 80s Fahrenheit.