While some manmade islands in Miami Beach may escape the public eye, Star Island is well known in South Florida and around the country as a haven for movie stars and other celebrities. One of its more recent residents was Shaquille O'Neil who owned a large waterfront home on the luxurious island, but past residents have been notable figures like Madonna, Gloria Estefan, Rosie O'Donnell and Al Capone. The island has private access and the homes represent some of the nicest in all of South Florida. Connected to Miami Beach and Downtown Miami by the Rickenbacker Causeway, Star Island has easy access to both exciting areas.

Star Island homes are more aptly described as mansions than homes with the average single family residence having around eight-to-ten bedrooms. It seems like every new home on Star Island is built to outdo the previous home creating a culture of consistently high-end property. The location of Star Island and its real estate is truly unbeatable in the Miami Beach real estate market. With homes having up to 15,000 square feet of living space and being located on acres of land, Star Island makes island living incredibly spacious and private. Star Island is also known for attracting celebrities who enjoy boating as the island is located right in the boater's haven of Biscayne Bay.