Bay Harbor Islands, FL, is a small community cradled by the sparkling blue waters of Biscayne Bay. The town is divided into two distinct areas: the west island, which is strictly residential with single-family homes, and the east island, featuring multifamily properties, commercial areas, and the highly rated Ruth K. Broad/Bay Harbor K-8 Center. This school has been highly rated for many years, and students can continue their education at Miami Beach Senior High, which also has a high rating. The town maintains its small-town charm despite a building boom, thanks to height restrictions limiting buildings to 75 feet. Residents enjoy proximity to Bal Harbour and Surfside, less than a mile away, offering access to beaches, restaurants, and luxury shopping at Bal Harbour Shops. Kane Concourse, the main thoroughfare, is lined with convenient businesses, cafes, and eateries like Bay Harbor Café and Emilio's Trattoria. The west island features an eclectic mix of homes from the 1950s to new constructions, including Mediterranean Revivals, contemporary estates, Spanish eclectic ranch-style homes, and unique bungalows. Green spaces include a local tot lot with bayfront views and shaded playgrounds, and Officer Scott Winters Park, which features open spaces, shaded playgrounds, and a dog run. The community is safer than the national average, providing a low crime risk area for residents.