Paraiso District
Related Group's four-tower mega-district in northern Edgewater. Nearly 1,300 units across Paraiso Bay, One Paraiso, Gran Paraiso, and Paraiso Bayviews, sharing a 5-acre bayfront campus with resort amenities, marina, and beach club. Big on scale and amenities, but buyer beware on build quality.
The Rundown
The Paraiso District is Related Group's master-planned mega-community in northern Edgewater, comprising four residential towers built between 2017 and 2018: Paraiso Bay (twin 52-story towers, 300 units), One Paraiso (53 stories, 276 units), Gran Paraiso (53 stories, 317 units), and Paraiso Bayviews (44 stories, 396 units). All four were designed by Arquitectonica with interiors by Piero Lissoni (One and Gran Paraiso), Keith Hobbs (Paraiso Bay), and Karim Rashid (Bayviews), with landscape architecture by Enzo Enea across the entire campus. The district sits on approximately 5 acres with 500 feet of Biscayne Bay frontage and was conceived as a self-contained mini-neighborhood with shared amenities including a bayfront beach club, private marina, tennis center, resort-scale pool decks, wine cellar, cigar lounge, screening room, and the Michael Schwartz Beach Club restaurant. Note: Paraiso Bay and Gran Paraiso are the twin towers that share amenities and the large circular pool. One Paraiso has its own separate amenities. Paraiso Bayviews has separate amenities including a rooftop pool that faces west with no bay views. Being a Related Group project, the Paraiso District delivers impressive marketing and amenity scale but has been plagued by construction quality issues, including premature concrete restoration and facade remediation only 7-8 years after completion, along with multiple lawsuits between the HOAs, architects, and developers. Most of these have been settled or are in the process of being resolved, but buyers should conduct thorough due diligence on the HOA documentation before committing.
The Paraiso District is Related Group's attempt at a master-planned bayfront community in Edgewater, and the results are mixed. On the positive side, the scale is undeniable. Nearly 1,300 units across four towers sharing a 5-acre campus with a beach club, marina, resort pools, tennis courts, wine cellar, screening room, and the Michael Schwartz restaurant. The amenity package rivals buildings that cost twice as much, especially if you buy into Bayviews where entry prices start under $500K. The location in northern Edgewater is quiet and family-friendly, with Whole Foods and Biscayne Boulevard dining within walking distance. But the negatives are significant and well-documented. The complex required concrete restoration and facade work only 7-8 years after completion, which is a major red flag for build quality. Multiple lawsuits have flown between the HOAs, architects, and developers. Security incidents have made the news. And the sheer size of the complex means you lose the community feel of a boutique building. This is classic Related Group: looks great in the marketing, delivers impressive amenity scale, but the actual construction quality is up for debate. If you are buying, request every HOA document, review the litigation history, and physically inspect the unit. If you are renting, the value proposition is much stronger because you get resort-level amenities without the long-term ownership risk. Overall, this is not my favorite complex in Edgewater. There are better-built options at similar or slightly higher price points. But for the right buyer who does their homework and goes in with realistic expectations, there is value to be found here.
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The Paraiso District attracts a wide demographic given its four towers and nearly 1,300 units. You will find young professionals, families, international buyers (particularly from Latin America), and investors. Paraiso Bay and One Paraiso tend to draw a more affluent crowd with their larger units and higher price points, while Bayviews attracts more first-time buyers and investors with its smaller, more affordable units. The vibe across the district is relatively quiet and family-friendly, though the sheer number of units means you will encounter more turnover and a more transient population than in boutique buildings. This is not a party complex, but it is also not as intimate as a 100-unit building.
The Neighborhood
The Paraiso District occupies a prime bayfront position in northern Edgewater, just a few blocks south of I-195. The campus spans approximately 5 acres with 500 feet of Biscayne Bay frontage, creating a self-contained community with its own retail, restaurants, and waterfront amenities. Biscayne Boulevard is a few blocks west with Whole Foods, restaurants, and shops. The area is quieter than central Edgewater but still well-connected to the broader neighborhood.
Biscayne Bay waterfront
500 feet of direct bay frontage with beach club, marina, and bayfront park.
Whole Foods Market
Full-service organic grocery store on Biscayne Boulevard.
Biscayne Boulevard restaurants and shops
Growing commercial corridor with diverse dining and retail options.
Margaret Pace Park
Edgewater's main waterfront park with tennis, basketball, dog park, and bay views.
Metromover
Free elevated train connecting to Downtown and Brickell. Approximately 12 blocks south, not practical for daily commuting.
◆ What's Changing
Northern Edgewater continues to see development activity, though the Paraiso District's immediate surroundings are relatively built out. The district itself may see additional phases or improvements as the community matures. Biscayne Boulevard is evolving with new retail and restaurant openings. The proximity to I-195 provides good highway access but also contributes to traffic congestion on Biscayne Boulevard, particularly during rush hours.
What You Get
Pool & Recreation
- ✓3+ acre elevated resort deck with zero-entry infinity pool
- ✓Bayfront Beach Club with sand beach and private pool
- ✓Rooftop infinity pool at Bayviews
- ✓Pool-side cabanas
- ✓Outdoor spa and hot tub
- ✓Jogging circuit
Fitness & Wellness
- ✓State-of-the-art fitness center with cardio theater
- ✓Health spa with steam and sauna
- ✓Tennis center with 2 lighted courts and multipurpose court
Social & Entertainment
- ✓Private screening room with theater seating
- ✓Wine cellar and tasting salon
- ✓Cigar lounge with private humidors
- ✓Elegant clubroom with billiards and catering kitchen
- ✓Michael Schwartz Beach Club restaurant
- ✓Coworking spaces
- ✓Summer kitchen area
Building Services
- ✓24-hour complimentary valet parking
- ✓Assigned covered parking
- ✓Guest parking
- ✓Private marina with boat slips and water sports
- ✓24-hour security
- ✓Service elevators
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