FirstService Residential Claims Miami‑Dade Condo Crown for a Third Straight Year

FirstService Residential again tops Miami‑Dade condo picks, sweeping the category

FirstService Residential has been named the favorite in the Miami‑Dade condos category for the third consecutive year in the Miami Herald’s “Miami‑Dade Favorites” program. The repeat victory underlines the firm’s foothold in the county’s condo market and comes with a clean sweep of the big condominium prizes: Gran Paraiso, Quadro and Decoplage—three very different buildings that together captured readers’ attention.

The win is notable because this year’s voting spotlighted the wide reach of the company’s management. Where other managers might win a single property here or there, FirstService Residential saw its buildings claim several of the most visible reader awards in the same genre. For residents and local real‑estate watchers, the result reinforces the idea that one manager can dominate taste and reputation across Miami‑Dade’s condo scene.

Gran Paraiso, Quadro and Decoplage take home the condo prizes

The three buildings that topped the list span the mix of Miami living. Gran Paraiso represents the newer, full‑service luxury towers that attract buyers looking for high‑end finishes and on‑site amenities. Quadro reflects the mid‑market or design‑forward buildings that appeal to residents who prize layout and community feel. Decoplage is a familiar name to many longtime Miami Beach residents—an example of a classic oceanfront condominium with a loyal homeowner base.

Each building won in its own lane of the condos category. That range—new luxury, stylish urban living, and established beachfront—shows how the manager’s operations reach different kinds of owners and boards. It also highlights why readers voting in a public poll might cluster around familiar names when given many options.

How the Miami Herald’s ‘Miami‑Dade Favorites’ program works

The “Miami‑Dade Favorites” program is a reader‑driven awards series run by the Miami Herald. The paper opens nominations, readers vote, and the winners reflect popular choice rather than a professional jury. The program covers many local categories, and the condos bracket is especially competitive because it’s visible to many residents and their neighbors.

Because the winners come from public voting, the awards say as much about local recognition and word‑of‑mouth as they do about operational excellence. For a management company, that kind of public endorsement translates into reputational currency: it’s a simple signal that many residents and community members are satisfied enough to vote.

FirstService Residential puts the win in context

In a company statement, FirstService Residential said it was honored by the recognition and pointed to its focus on residents and property operations. A spokesperson said, “This recognition reflects our team’s hard work and the trust residents place in us,” and added that the firm sees the awards as a sign that its local managers and support staff are meeting expectations.

That kind of comment is standard from managers after public awards, but it does matter: public praise helps the company build trust with prospective boards and owners who are choosing a manager. For FirstService Residential, the third straight year at the top strengthens a public narrative that it delivers consistent service across a range of properties.

What the results mean for residents, condo boards and local competition

For people who live in the winning buildings, the awards are a morale boost. They give boards a talking point about management performance and can make it easier to justify fees for services residents value. Residents tend to notice how day‑to‑day service—maintenance, security, amenity upkeep—translates into a community’s reputation, and a popular vote captures that sentiment.

For condo boards weighing management contracts, the sweep adds pressure. Competing firms will need to show clear, tangible ways they can match both the operations and the positive community relations that generated votes. That likely raises the bar for service level promises and resident outreach across the market.

Finally, for the local real‑estate community, the result is a reminder that public perception matters. Realtors, developers and prospective buyers watch these awards because they reflect what residents say they value in a building—and that can influence sales conversations and marketing strategies.

About FirstService Residential and next steps for reporters

FirstService Residential is a property management firm with a large presence in Florida and elsewhere. The company manages homeowner associations and condominium associations, offering services from day‑to‑day building maintenance to vendor coordination and financial management.

Reporters or readers who want more color can request interviews with managers, condo board members or residents of the named buildings to hear how operations translate into daily life. Local resident perspectives, in particular, will explain whether the awards reflect short‑term satisfaction or a deeper sense of community trust that has built up over years.