SPOTLIGHT: "What would Mary Brickell think?" HERE'S A LITTLE HISTORY: On the south side of the Miami River, the native Tequesta people created a pre-historic structure dating back 2700 years. It's believed by some to be their capital center building - Today it's known as the "Miami Circle".
In more recent history, Mary Bulmer Brickell of England made her home on the south side of the River in 1871 with her husband William Brickell. The pair was able to purchase and accumulate land in the area, known as the quieter side. The majority of the action was happening north of the Miami River around Flagler Street in today's Downtown Miami.
Mary Brickell platted the area mostly for mansions and single-family homes for the wealthy. She benefited from the construction of Flagler's railroad. Mary was known for her generosity, helping members of disadvantaged communities to also become property owners. She passed away in January of 1922. What would Mary Brickell think today?
Brickell is now home to many residential towers, and more recently, pre-construction high-end towers with fancy brand names and developer partners such as: The ST Regis Brickell, Dolce and Gabbana, The Residences at the Mandarin Oriental, and the Cipriani Tower. One can still have a piece of the action with many more affordable options in the area.
As someone who's lived in Miami my whole life, I am constantly amazed at how our city has evolved and changed throughout the years. Reach out to me for more info about Brickell and other popular Miami areas. Serving Miami as a Realtor for 21 Years.