Fisher Island Real Estate Local Area Guide

Known for its exclusivity and privacy, Fisher Island is one of the top-rated communities in Florida. Officially a neighborhood of metropolitan Miami, this pricey community is located on an island of the same name. As your Fisher Island realtor will highlight this community has the highest per capita income of any city in the United States.

Accessible only by private boat or ferry, Fisher Island offers you a great deal of privacy and solitude. A favorite choice for some of the most famous of American celebrities including Oprah Winfrey, Boris Becker, and Julia Roberts - Fisher Island has definite appeal.

There aren't a lot of houses for sale on Fisher Island but the ones that are available will definitely stand out for you. The architecture on this island brings you back to the roots of this oasis with 1920s Spanish style design. Your Fisher Island realtor will show you a wide mix of mansions and retreats.

If you're looking for a spot to unwind on the weekends or during the summer, a retreat-like home on Fisher Island is an excellent choice. Fisher Island homes really do feature the best of the best. With this high lifestyle, you also get the comfort of knowing that you and your family are living on a secure and private island.

As can be expected, Fisher Island is home to a small number of Florida citizens with around 500 people making their home on Fisher Island. For your kids there is a well-respected private school, called Fisher Island Day School that offers pre-Kindergarten through to grade five. A large number of the kids attending this school come from nearby Miami and Miami Beach neighborhoods of Star Island, Hibiscus Island, Palm Island, Venetian Islands, Bayshore, South Beach and Coconut Grove.

One of the most popular tourist and vacation attractions on Fisher Island is the Fisher Island Club. With a world-class tennis center, a beautiful golf course, charming cottages and guest suites, and of course the Spa Internazionale - you?ll find yourself relaxing at the Fisher Island Club during the evenings and weekends.

Now, even though Fisher Island is an exclusive island that is only accessible by private boat or ferry, make sure you talk with your Fisher Island realtor about the easy access to Miami and Miami Beach. You can easily get away for the night to take in the best of Miami and Miami Beach restaurants, cafes, nightclubs and shopping.

When discussing houses for sale on Fisher Island, be sure to talk to your realtor about the options for a summer home, a weekend get-away or even the options available to you at the Fisher Island Resort.

Wherever you end up living on Fisher Island, your new home is sure to offer you the privacy and prestige you?re looking for. Entertaining and sharing this island oasis with friends and family will become a year-round event. Fisher Island homes aren?t listed for sale very often so be sure to stay in close contact with your realtor so that you don?t miss out on your dream home.