City Developments and Community Engagement
The City of Sunny Isles Beach is proudly celebrating the recent grand opening of the new Intracoastal Sports Park, a significant new addition to the community’s recreational offerings. This new park is a testament to the city’s commitment to enhancing the quality of life for its residents. In other civic news, the city commission has approved the budget for the 2026 to 2027 fiscal year. The budget incorporates a reduced property tax millage rate, supported by a modest increase in the city’s taxable property value. The city’s innovative use of technology to serve the public has been recognized with the 2026 Florida Local Government Information Systems Association Technology Excellence Award. Furthermore, the Sunny Isles Beach Police Department has once again achieved re accreditation from the Commission for Florida Law Enforcement Accreditation, highlighting its commitment to high professional standards. Looking ahead, residents can look forward to community events including Full Moon Yoga on the Beach and a Senior Roundtable later this month.
Luxury Real Estate and Construction Landscape
The skyline of Sunny Isles Beach continues its dramatic transformation with significant progress on several ultra luxury condominium projects. Construction on the 62 story Bentley Residences is visibly advancing, set to become a new city landmark. The St. Regis Residences has also reached a major milestone with vertical construction commencing on its south tower. The strength of the high end market was recently underscored by the record breaking sale of a penthouse at the Estates at Acqualina for $33 million. However, the real estate market in Sunny Isles Beach presents a polarized picture in 2026. While the ultra luxury preconstruction market remains robust, the resale market for existing condominiums is showing signs of a buyer’s market, with properties remaining on the market for longer periods. There is a significant amount of supply in legacy inventory, with some older buildings facing challenges that may require price concessions from sellers.
Beach and Ocean Conditions
Beachgoers in Sunny Isles Beach can currently enjoy favorable conditions. A green flag is flying, indicating low hazard conditions in the water. The water temperature is a warm 82 degrees Fahrenheit. The surf is relatively calm with wave heights around one to two feet. Swimmers should be aware of a current advisory for the presence of jellyfish in the water. The risk of rip currents is reported as low. The UV index is high, so sun protection is strongly recommended for anyone spending time on the sand.
Other Local News and Updates
In public safety news, the Sunny Isles Beach Police Department is the first law enforcement agency in Florida to implement a fully operational Drone as First Responder program. The city has also begun issuing photo enforced parking citations by mail for violations at the public parking lot on 175 Terrace in an effort to improve parking availability and safety. Residents and visitors should also be aware of new rules for e bikes, requiring riders to be at least 16 years old and carry a valid ID. A traffic alert is in effect for a lane and sidewalk closure on 172 Street and North Bay Road through September 25 during daytime hours.
Weather Forecast
The weather in Sunny Isles Beach for the next few days will feature a mix of sunshine and thunderstorms. Today, Wednesday, September 23, expect thunderstorms with a high temperature around 83°F (28°C) and a low of 78°F (26°C). Winds will be light. Thursday, September 24 will see a 70% chance of storms with a high near 85°F (29°C) and a low of 77°F (25°C). Looking ahead to Friday, September 25, there is another 70% chance of storms with a high around 85°F (29°C) and a low of 77°F (25°C). The weekend forecast of Saturday, September 26 indicates a continued 70% chance of storms with temperatures ranging from a high of 84°F (29°C) to a low of 76°F (24°C).