The William in North Miami Beach: A Home and a Path to U.S. Residency
For international buyers, Miami real estate has always meant more than a beautiful home — it’s often the first step toward building a life in the United States. The William, a new 26-story residential tower rising in North Miami Beach, is one of the rare projects in South Florida offering buyers two connected opportunities under one roof: a brand-new luxury residence, and a route to U.S. permanent residency through the federal EB-5 Investor Program.
A New Icon for North Miami Beach
Developed by Blue Road and Ilia Development Group, with architecture by the internationally recognized Carlos Ott, in collaboration with Behar Font & Partners, The William brings 374 residences — from studios to three-bedroom layouts — to one of North Miami Beach’s most connected corners at 2040 NE 163rd Street. Floor-to-ceiling windows and expansive balconies with glass railings frame views of the surrounding city and coastline, while more than 40,000 square feet of amenities create what the developers describe as “a destination as much as a home.”
Pricing starts in the mid-$400,000s, and as of mid-2026 the building is already about 35% sold, with strong interest coming from buyers across Colombia, Argentina, and Mexico — a clear signal of how appealing North Miami Beach has become as both a lifestyle destination and an investment entry point into South Florida.
What Is the EB-5 Investor Program?
The EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program is a U.S. government program created by Congress in 1990 to stimulate the economy through job-creating investment from foreign nationals. Through EB-5, a qualifying investor — along with their spouse and unmarried children under 21 — can become eligible for a Green Card (Permanent Resident Card), with a path toward eventual U.S. citizenship.
Among the benefits: legal status in the U.S., no employer sponsorship required, the freedom to live and work anywhere in the country, and access to American education for children under 21.
The William’s EB-5 Opportunity
The William participates directly in the EB-5 program, giving qualifying investors the ability to combine their real estate purchase with an EB-5 investment in the same project — an approach increasingly common in new developments that welcome international buyers.
The general framework:
• Minimum EB-5 investment: $800,000
• Administrative fee: $70,000 (plus applicable legal and USCIS filing fees)
• Investment capital must come from a documented, lawful source
• The process runs through an I-526 petition, review by USCIS, a conditional Green Card, and later an I-829 filing within two years of receiving permanent resident status
This structure allows a buyer to pursue both goals at once: acquiring a residence at The William, and pursuing a Green Card for themselves and their immediate family through the same project.
An Important Note
EB-5 investment interests are treated as securities under U.S. law, and the specific structure of any combined purchase-and-investment arrangement — including funding, timelines, and terms — should always be confirmed directly with The William’s sales and EB-5 team and reviewed by a qualified U.S. immigration attorney before moving forward. This article is intended as a general introduction, not investment, legal, or immigration advice.
Interested in Learning More?
If you’re considering North Miami Beach as your next home — or as a strategic step toward U.S. residency for your family — I’d be glad to walk you through what’s available at The William and connect you with the right people to guide you through the EB-5 process.
