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Rent Storage Space at Grand Station Today!

Ask yourself this.... Do you have too much stuff without enough storage? Does the thought of moving overwhelm you? Are you fearful of buying a storage unit because of safety concerns? Have you ever considered purchasing a storage unit or cage? If you answered yes to any of the questions above, Grand Station has the answer for you. With the addition of over 150 new storage facilities at Grand Station Miami, both residents and the public will now be able to put the stress of clutter aside. Our team recently created 56 exterior storage units and 138 storage cages as a means for residents to put their belongings in safekeeping. For $125 per storage unit and at least $50 per cage, this amenity allows residents to safely store extra items within the confines of the building. Most importantly, residents will not have to trek across town just to secure a space in an eerie, dark building. Instead, residents of Grand Station can enjoy the close proximity from their front-door to their downstairs storage. With limited space, residents are encouraged to reach out to the office directly to secure their units. Not a resident? Don't fret. Our temperature-controlled units are available to the public. Storage units aren't just for personal use – they also cater to the needs of local businesses. From e-commerce entrepreneurs needing additional inventory space to retail stores requiring a central location for stock, Grand Station's storage units offer a convenient solution. These units' enable businesses to streamline their operations, maintain organize inventory, and optimize their workspace. Renting a storage unit in downtown Miami offers a wide array of advantages and convenience, regardless of whether you're a resident or a business owner. By utilizing the extra space, you can declutter your living environment, simplify the moving process, protect your valuable items, and facilitate lifestyle transitions. With the new storage units available and Grand Station, you can embrace the city's vibrant lifestyle without compromising on the space you need. So, if you're seeking a solution to your storage challenges, consider the benefits of renting a storage unit in downtown Miami – it might just be the missing piece that enhances your urban living experience.

Reserved Premium Parking Spots now Available at Grand Station!

Are you tired of the never-ending battle to find a parking spot in downtown Miami? We hear you, and we've got some exciting news to make your life a whole lot easier. Grand Station Miami is proud to introduce our exclusive reserved premium parking spaces, designed specifically for our residents. Finding parking in downtown Miami can be a daunting task. The constant circling, the frustration of limited availability, and the stress of running late can take a toll on anyone. But now, with our reserved premium parking, those worries will be a thing of the past. We have carefully curated prime parking spaces and only have 6 spots available within our secure parking garage, for our residents and the public alike. Picture this: you arrive home after a long day, and instead of driving around endlessly, you effortlessly glide into your reserved parking spot. No more stress, no more wasted time. Your parking spot is waiting for you, ready and available. Our reserved premium parking offers the ultimate convenience and peace of mind. For as low as $190 per spot, you can enjoy the luxury of having your own dedicated parking space. Never again will you have to worry about finding a spot or dealing with the frustrations of parking in a congested area. We understand that securing a spot is a top priority for our residents. That's why we encourage you to contact our main office today to inquire about how to register your car and secure your reserved premium parking spot. With limited inventory available, we recommend acting swiftly to secure this sought-after amenity. At Grand Station Miami, we strive to enhance your living experience in every possible way. Our reserved premium parking is just one of the ways we prioritize your comfort and convenience. We want you to spend less time searching for parking and more time enjoying everything downtown Miami has to offer. Say goodbye to parking woes and hello to hassle-free parking with Grand Station Miami's reserved premium parking. Join us in revolutionizing the way you park in downtown Miami. Secure your spot today and experience the difference firsthand. Contact our main office now to seize this incredible opportunity. Don't let parking stress dampen your urban living experience. Embrace the convenience and luxury of reserved premium parking at Grand Station Miami!

Grand Station: A Day in the Life

Join us as we take you through a day in the life of a Grand Station resident... There's no feeling quite like waking up every day right where you need to be. Living at Grand Station gives you access to an array of amenities and luxury accommodations. Located in the heart of Downtown Miami, Grand Station offers convenience and all of life's needs at your fingertips. Let's start our grand day! Wake up in a comfy, modern home with high-end finishes, brand-new appliances, and breathtaking views. Our apartments include stainless steel appliances, custom Italian cabinets, quartz countertops, and a modern ambience. Start your mornings with a delicious breakfast and the best coffee in Downtown, brewing daily at Joe & The Juice just 0.8 miles from Grand Station. Catch an early morning workout at our state-of-the-art Fitness Center featuring top-of-the-line equipment and stunning expansive windows overlooking Downtown Miami. Next on our to-do list is the Dog Spa! Our pet friendly community includes accommodations for your pet, a Dog Spa, Pet Washing Station, and special treatment for your furry fam. Now that we've checked off some self-care and R&R, it's time to get some work done. At Grand Station you can work from home, poolside, or at our Business Center. Work flow comes easy when you have the right tools & accommodations. Did someone say Lunchtime? Lunch is just around every corner at Grand Station. Our community is surrounded by wonderful local restaurants and delicious eateries. Check out the video link for walkable hot spots & local markets. The options are endless! After lunch relax at the Grand Station Wellness Treatment & Spa Room, or in our incredible Sauna & Steam Room. We've got just what you need to reflect and unwind. Next, be sure to catch the rooftop Sunsets! Social hour calls for meeting friends and neighbors up at our New York inspired rooftop terrace with outdoor grilling area and awe-inspiring views. Lastly, let's finish our night with Dinner & a cocktail. As a Grand Station resident you are officially in the nexus of Downtown nightlife. Don't miss out on LIVE music, dinner dates, and the bet mixologists in the city. We hope you enjoyed exploring the perks at Grand Station. Click the video below to view the "A Day in The Life" reel and emerge yourself in the experience of the Grand Station community. Enjoy!

NYC to MIA: Who's Making the Move?

New York rooted restaurants, entertainment, financiers, and celebrities are flocking to Miami for a taste of the Sunshine State lifestyle. Who’s moving? The Grand Station crew has gathered juicy details about the “who’s who” of New York joining the mass exodus to Miami. Miami foodies rejoice! Let's start with some fabulous NY restaurants who've already planted roots and are up and cooking in the 305. As mentioned in our Grand Station Local Living Guide , both Red Rooste r and Carbone are just minutes away from the Grand Station community. Be sure to check them out along with the phenomenal Cote, a Michelin-starred Korean steakhouse, now in the chic Design District. Freehold , is currently serving authentic New York style pizza in the Wynwood Arts District. Yes, bona fide, New Yorker cooked pizza right here in Dade-county! Also on our bucket-list is the delectable Osteria Morini, south from Soho. And coming to Wynwood S ummer 2022; the delicious Pastis, Keith McNally’s Meatpacking District bistro. We are drooling in anticipation! Let's talk NYC celebs! Some celebrities trading cold winters for sunshine and cafecito, include Cindy Crawford and Rande Gerber , who recently bought a $10 million, 3,800-square-foot,1955 waterfront Miami Beach home. World famous power couple Tom Brady and Gisele Bündchen have also newly relocated into a $17 million, 1.84-acre waterfront teardown on Indian Creek, a private island known as the "Billionaire's Bunker". Selling their epic Tribeca apartment for about $40 million. Their new neighbors Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner , also b ought a 1.8-acre lot on Indian Creek Island for a whopping $32 million from Julio Iglesias. Rumor has it Kim Kardashian is looking into a Miami staycation as well. New Yorker she is not, but exciting nonetheless. Big money from the Big Apple is always welcome in Miami. Stephen Schwarzman’s hedge fund, Blackstone newly set up shop at 2 MiamiCentral. Founders Fund recently signed a lease in Brickell City Tower. And Shutterstock founder Jon Oringer , known as New York's first tech billionaire, recently purchased Alex Rodriguez’s former waterfront home for $42 million. Wow! The business opportunities continue to grow as more and more New York based companies expand south. Bienvenidos a Miami! Over 33,500 New Yorkers have exchanged their NY drivers license for Florida licenses since 2020. 8,033 of which have moved to Miami-Dade specifically. Although the surge is currently credited to Covid the migration started long before. Those exiting, cite raising taxes as the main reason for moving. The biggest factor Florida has over New York is it's lower overall tax burden. The higher your income is, the bigger the advantage is. Downtown Miami has recently been dubbed “little Manhattan” and Miami is rapidly becoming the sixth borough. Miami natives are looking forward to having a little taste of New York in the South. Welcome! If you too are interested in making the move to Miami please contact our helpful leasing team at (305) 961-1044 for further info about Grand Station apartment homes located in the heart of Downtown Miami. Rent your way forward!

Grand Station Local Living Guide: Entertainment, Arts, & Opportunity

At Grand Station you have full access to an array of entertainment, museums, state parks, and Instagramable installations. From the Oceanside sculptures at Bayfront to the world famous Wynwood walls in the Wynwood Arts District, just 9 mins from Grand Station by car. You can always count on South Beach for a good time! The chic hotels, the people, the toasty sand, and bath like waves, all just 11 mins from Grand Station. New in town? Be sure to also check out Crandon Park and Bill Bags State Park in beautiful Key Biscayne. It’s a quick 14-minute Metro Mover ride to the enchanting Frost Science Museum or Pérez Art Museum and a 17 minute Metro Mover ride to the wonderful Adrienne Arsht Center for a night at the ballet or a famed play. Impromptu date nights or outings are no sweat for a Grand Station resident. We are a 2 min drive from the Miami History Museum , 4 minutes from the Miami River, and a mere 9 minutes from Oceanside... romantic, I know! It's just a short 0.8-mile bike ride to both the new Skyviews Miami Observation Ferris Whee l & Brickell City Center. The Nite Owl Drive-in and Tropical Market on NE 14th Street is also just 5 mins away. The date-night possibilities are endless! Staycations at the W Miami and East Miami or cocktails at E11even and Miami’s infamous Club Space , are always exhilarating. No matter your taste or price range, there’s so much nearby worth checking out—and most "hot spots", thankfully, in air-conditioned bliss. Grand Station is the future of Downtown living. Our neighborhood is the nexus of opportunity. Centered by the Central Business District (CBD), Historic District, Brickell Financial District, Government Arts and Entertainment Centre District and more. The Job opportunities in Downtown Miami are copious. We at Grand Station are proud to house local Hometown Heroes from establishments like Jackson Memorial Hospital at a 10-minute commute or the Miami Police Dept .- 7 mins by foot! And with schools like MDC & the New World School of Arts at walking distance our future is bright. Surrounded by the earliest settlements dating back to the early 19th century, Downtown is historic but ever evolving. For instance, the Brightline train station just a 3 min car ride away, an incredibly innovative resource to have nearby! The Brightline , launching by years end, will allow you to travel directly from Downtown Miami to Orlando! There's a multitude of fun and exciting places to experience near Grand Station! Although you have such wonderful and convenient resources close by, it’s always nice to know that you have an array of fantastic amenities right here at Grand Station to enjoy life every day. Whether a sun-soaked pool day, a luxurious spa experience, or deep convos on the rooftop terrace; Grand Station is the place to be. We hope this guide was helpful and you enjoy Grand Station local living to the fullest. Rent your way forward!

Grand Station Local Living Guide: (The Food & Shopping Edition)

Welcome to your official Grand Station Local Living Guide ! The Food & Shopping Edition. Grand Station is in the heart of Downtown Miami and surrounded by fresh markets, enchanting restaurants, and endless business opportunities. Living at Grand Station can take you anywhere! Whether your preferred mode of transportation is bicycle, car, Metro Mover or Brightline ; here are a couple local hot spots all within minutes of our community. Let’s start with the necessities: groceries, local markets, & shopping. Wholefoods , Publix , and Winn Dixie are all less than a 6-minute drive from Grand Station. But the real Miami spice is found at the Latin & International markets sprinkled throughout Downtown; a true melting pot of resources and ingredients. Shopping by the bay at world renown Bayside Market Place is just a 6 min drive away. Looking for a little luxury? Good news, Saks Fifth Avenu e and Louis Vuitton are both less than a 7 min commute! All that shopping can certainly work up an appetite. Thankfully, most of Miami’s greatest food spots are located near Grand Station! One of our favorite eateries is Café Bastille , half a mile from Grand Station. Let’s talk Italian… Ristorante Fratelli Milano & the fabulous Casa Tua Cucina at a breve distanza ! Both a 6 Min drive away. Just south of the Miami River you’ll find the fabulous Cipriani restaurant offering panoramic views of the Biscayne Bay and the highest quality artisanal Italian food (be sure to ask for their in-house ice cream). Craving something light and healthy? It’s a short 0.8-mile bike ride to La Sandwicherie and an even shorter 0.4-mile bike ride to the Smoothie Spot . Or you can take an afternoon stroll to Brunch at the fresh Meraki Greek Bistro , opa ! Grand Stationers can choose from a plethora of authentic restaurants nearby including Peruvian, Jamaican, Cuban, Japanese, Indian, and Mexican. Oh and Venezuelan!: as mentioned on our social media #GSpicks of the week, MONDU is a must have, just a 3 minute walk from Grand Station, located on NE. 1st Ave for the best Venezuelan Cachapas & hotdogs! Also, the ever-popular vegan spots, bakeries, burger-joints, & pizzerias. Hungry yet? New Yorkers don’t fret! We have recently welcomed and continue to see an influx of heavy-hitter restaurants moving down from up North. In December, Marcus Samuelsson opened a second edition of his Harlem boîte, the Red Rooster , in Miami, 5 minutes from Grand Station. New York-based restaurant Carbone is 12 minutes away via MacArthur Causeway. The ever-evolving culture here is causing a buzz and has everyone calling Downtown “Miami’s Little Manhattan”, a tropical & laidback version thereof. Stay tuned for the Grand Station Local Living Guide Part 2, a guide through local entertainment, arts, leisure, and opportunity.