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About Watson Island

Watson Island is in Miami Beach, FL, within the Miami-Fort Lauderdale-Pompano Beach metro area. The area lies in the city of Miami Beach. This district sits in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale-Pompano Beach, FL metro area and in the state of FL. The area carries the Miami Beach city name and the metro name. This district is part of Miami Beach and of the Miami-Fort Lauderdale-Pompano Beach metro region. Units with 1–3 bedrooms (one-bedroom None sq ft, two-bedroom None sq ft, three-plus None sq ft) fit a range of needs.

Watson Island Market Summary

The condo mix runs from luxury high-rises to restored mid-rises, many with bay or ocean views, concierge, pools, and fitness centers.

Average Condo Sizes

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1 Bedroom Townhouse

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2 Bedroom Townhouse

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3+ Bedroom Townhouse

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Pet-Friendly Townhouse

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Schools

Grades KG–5 are covered by Miami Children's Museum Charter School. The school is a public, regular institution.

Miami Children's Museum Charter School

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980 MacArthur Cswy

The Neighbourhood: Watson Island

Watson Island is a small island park and attraction spot between downtown Miami and Miami Beach. The area hosts Jungle Island and the Miami Children’s Museum. It offers green space, walking paths, waterfront views, and small marinas with public docks. People can take short boat tours, watch wildlife, or picnic by the water. The district sits on the MacArthur Causeway and links directly to I-395. Bus routes run along the causeway, and car travel to downtown, the beach, and the Port of Miami stays quick.

Demographics

Average Resident age38 years old
Average household Income$81,166 /year
Average HouseHold Composition2 People
button icon What to know about Watson Island demographics:
  • About 37.89% of residents hold a Post graduate degree, indicating a well-educated community that appeals to professionals and families seeking strong schools, networking opportunities, and cultural amenities.
  • Average age: 38 years — the largest age cohort is 35 to 39, reflecting a stable, mid-career population well-suited to homebuyers looking for neighborhood maturity and long-term community investment.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Watson Island

What is it like to live in Watson Island, Miami Beach, FL?

Watson Island is a small artificial island between Miami and Miami Beach, connected by the MacArthur Causeway, and is primarily occupied by parkland, attractions, marinas and event space rather than residential neighborhoods. On-island venues include Jungle Island and the Miami Children’s Museum, with waterfront views and easy access to Downtown Miami and South Beach. There is little to no permanent housing on the island, so typical living and housing-market data are not applicable for the island itself.

Is Watson Island, Miami Beach, FL expensive?

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What is the weather of Watson Island, Miami Beach, FL?

Watson Island has a tropical monsoon climate with hot, humid summers and warm, drier winters. The wet season runs roughly May–October with frequent afternoon thunderstorms and most of the annual ~60 inches (≈1,500 mm) of rainfall, while the dry season is November–April with lower humidity. Average summer highs are about 85–92°F (29–33°C) and winter highs about 70–76°F (21–24°C), with coastal sea breezes moderating temperatures. The area is subject to the Atlantic hurricane season (June 1–November 30) and experiences periodic tidal and king-tide nuisance flooding.

How safe is Watson Island, Miami Beach, FL?

Watson Island is a largely non-residential, man-made island hosting recreational attractions and port/transport facilities. Few separate public crime statistics are published for the island; law enforcement presence is focused on port security and tourist-area patrols. Visitors and workers should use standard urban precautions, as adjacent Miami and Miami Beach experience typical urban crime patterns including opportunistic theft.