Moving to Bay Harbor Islands, Florida

A practical city guide for deciding whether Bay Harbor Islands fits your life, planning the move, and settling in with fewer surprises.

Moving to Bay Harbor Islands, Florida? Start with the local context that changes a relocation decision in Miami-Dade County. With roughly 5,890 residents, Bay Harbor Islands sits in Southeast Florida. Locally it's known as an affluent, low-density bayfront town between Miami Beach and Bal Harbour, prized for its Miami Modern (MiMo) architecture and top-rated schools. For relocators it's a good fit for buyers wanting quiet island living with private boat docks close to Miami Beach, Bal Harbour Shops, and Aventura. Climate: tropical maritime — warm winters in the high 70s, summer highs around 90 with steady sea breezes, intense rainy season June through October. Before choosing a home, pay attention to Atlantic hurricanes, king tide saltwater intrusion, the highest property insurance rates in Florida. Local areas to put on your research list include East Island, West Island. Use the guides, comparison tools, apartment research, and hurricane profile below before you narrow the move to an address.