Is it all brand-new construction?

Mostly newer mid- and high-rise condos, with Water Street adding the most recent towers. A few early-2000s buildings offer relative value. There are essentially no single-family homes-this is a condo market top to bottom.

What are the monthly fees really like?

Significant. Between HOA dues, amenities, and (in some towers) CDD assessments, budget several hundred to over a thousand a month depending on the building. Always pull the condo docs and reserve study-newer doesn't always mean trouble-free.

Is it noisy with the arena and events?

Game nights and concerts bring crowds and traffic, which most residents see as part of the appeal. Higher floors and interior units stay quiet. If you crave silence, look at buildings set back from the arena and Channelside Drive.