This 2 bedroom/ 2 bathroom co-op offers a fantastic opportunity to live comfortably in one of Miami’s most desirable neighborhoods in Coral Gables.

935 Palermo Avenue # 2-B

Location, Price, and Size

This cozy boutique building with a total of 4 units is nestled on a tranquil residential tree- lined street off of Granada Blvd.  A wonderful and central location. Just a bike ride away from the Biltmore Golf Course, Venetian Pool, and Riviera Country Club.

Offered at $269,000 this property is a unique and special find. It is extremely spacious with 1,500 square feet; an incredible size for the price in Coral Gables. This unit is waiting for the fabulous touch of someone to make it their home. In original condition valuable updates include hurricane impact windows and doors, stainless steel appliances, and new washer. An additional perk of this unit… a detached 1 car garage.

If you would like to know more about my listing please do not hesitate to contact me here.

Enjoy the convenience of Downtown Miami while living in an urban oasis slightly removed from all of the hustle and bustle.  This lovely Courvoisier Courts condo is just that, located on exclusive Brickell Key. Beautiful views, ocean breeze, and security are just a few of the features which this island has to offer to its residents.

Amazing Unit, Incredible Price

This opportunity to own on the island won’t last long. A high end unit, priced at $250,000 and reasonable association costs with the perks of full service amenities makes this a no brainer. The 2 bedroom 2 1/2 bathroom condo with 1,230 sq ft is beautifully updated with all of the finest finishing’s. Inviting and perfect for entertainment features include an open floor plan with eat- in kitchen and covered terrace.

If you would like to see this unit, please contact me here.

5851 SW 85 Street South Miami, Florida

Sits a wonderful, 4 bedroom home. Quite large for a home of it’s age and location, it has a welcoming, family-friendly ambiance that embraces casual Florida living.

The kitchen is well-maintained and open to the family room, with space for a ‘eat -in’ table as well. The living room is also a great gathering space and can be configured with a formal dining table, or could simply be used as a great room. The master bedroom is a great size, and all of the bedrooms have plantation shutters.

The most notable feature has to be the spacious screened porch where you can look out upon the large backyard (lot size equals a total of 12,000 square feet) complete with tropical vegetation, a small storage shed and even a generator.

A few more details to note: gleaming wood floors, freshly painted interior, high ceilings, a 1 car garage, circular driveway with plenty of space to park several cars. Also, the washer and dryer are almost brand new, as well as the A/C compressor unit.

Perfect location near 57th Avenue. Walking distance to local schools (Epiphany and Lourdes) and you have your own private, back entrance to Dante B Fascell Park. 

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Situated on almost an acre of land, is an entirely renovated ranch-style home ready for purchase or lease. Here are the highlights:

12101 SW 94 Avenue

• 4 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom
• Formal living and dining room
• Updated kitchen with practically brand new appliances and eat-in area with a working, stone-adorned fireplace
• Large family room adjacent to the kitchen
• Interior laundry room
• New roof, exterior finishes, custom millwork and impact windows
• 2 car garage, spacious circular driveway
• 40,075 square foot lot with fruit trees

I think the best part about this home is it’s tranquility; here you can sit back and relax without having to listen to the buzz of Miami traffic. It’s a great location close to major expressways and thoroughfares. In the backyard there is a nice covered patio with plenty of room for a pool, if you wish to have one. And it certainly has a layout conducive to entertaining.

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Wednesday Open Houses- 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

We will be kicking off this TODAY with 2 open houses for 2 of our listings which we consider to be GREAT family homes in Great locations!

The Ultimate Family Home

8505 SW 109 Street Miami, FL 33156

This home is both unique and very spacious with 6 bedroom and 4.5 bathrooms. Perfect for a family with in-laws, teenagers, or someone who simply likes to entertain. This home is essentially 2 homes in 1 with two kitchens and living areas, with shared access through the laundry room, garage, or covered patio/ pool area. (Additions built in 1993) 

Open the sliding glass doors to this home and enjoy a day by the pool with family or guests, this home has the perfect set up for just that.  Located in a lovely neighborhood and large landscaped lot. Plenty of parking with 2.5 garage, carport and  additional side parking.

Welcome to Paradise 

13026 Nevada Street Coral Gables, FL 33156

This luxurious waterfront home is located in Gables by the Sea one of Coral Gables most coveted neighborhoods. This home has a new price and new look! Come see this beautiful home and appreciate its grand size and bright spacious formal areas. This 5 bedroom/ 5 bath home has everything you expect from a luxury South Florida home.

Exquisite finishings including marble, onyx, granite, and Brazilian teak. Features include soaring ceilings in living room with fireplace, chef’s kitchen with breakfast area, family with a pre-wired sound system throughout, and much more. Wonderful views to the beach-entry pool and ocean access canal. No bridges to bay, extra wide canal, and 100 ft. of sea-wall.

This beautiful property is a masterpiece; with impeccable architecture and a vast, 1.25 acre oak studded lot. The home is well-designed and spacious, boasting 7,080 square feet with 7 bedrooms and 6.5 baths.  It is everything you expect from a newer construction home (built in 2004) and more.

Truly Enchanting

As you pass through the iron gates and drive up to the home you have the added convenience of a porte cochere and circular drive. An impressive foyer welcomes you with vaulted ceilings and views out to the beutiful backyard. Beyond the foyer is the formal living room. On the first floor you will also find three bedrooms, an expansive kitchen opening up to the family room, and formal dining room as well. Upstairs the phenomenal master suite encompasses half of the floor with an adjoining office that could be used as a nursery, gym or additional bedroom plus a very large master bathroom. 

“Park-like” Backyard

Just outside the sets of french doors lies a spacious paver patio with a bubbling fountain and pavilion with bar seating and an outdoor kitchen that is perfect for gatherings, from the simple family get together to a lavish event. There is also the sparkling pool and beyond a very expansive lawn with plenty of space for a tennis court or play area. Majestic oaks a sprinkled throughout are the perfect enhancement to this beautiful space.

This home has everything. It’s beautiful in the day and even more impressive by night. Grand living spaces with all the details you expect and more. The location is great, just south of Baptist Hospital. Minutes away from Downtown Dadeland, shopping, restaurants and mass transit.  For more information, please contact me here.

Coral Gables is not only a city known for its aesthetic appeal, but also security. Along with the Coral Gables Police Department neighbors assist in added surveillance with the Crime Watch program. This program is sponsored directly through the Public Affairs Unit under the Coral Gables Office of the Chief of Police.

The Crime Watch goal is to provide residents, businesses, and visitors with tips for prevention of crime.

Keeping You Safe

Proactive in their goal for increased safety, meetings with neighborhood and business associations are held frequently where crime watch signs are provided. In addition, other programs are offered (most of them at NO COST) such as:

• Park Smart Program: Free “Park Smart” signs to increase awareness of one of Miami’s major theft problems, car burglary.
• National Child Identification Program: (in partnership with American Football Coaches Association) Free identification kits for children in case they are lost or injured.
• Walk Safe Program: Working with Middle Schools, for safer walking routes to and from school

What you can do…

• If you see it, TEXT it:  Anonymously report information through text message, in the TO line of your text message window enter 274637 (crimes) and in the message window type tips 139, then the information you would like to report. SEND
• Home and Business Security Checks: On- site security check to evaluate way of reducing the chance of your home and business falling victim to a crime. (no cost)
• Direct Connect for Business’s: Direct alarm wire to Police Department, simultaneously giving notice to the department and your alarm company.(only cost is for initial hook up)
• Data Dot Program: Data  Dots free of charge to residents or business owner to place on valuable belongings.

Spreading the Word, For Better Safety

The Coral Gables Citizens Crime Watch participate in community events such as the Jr. Orange Bowl Parade and Farmers Market on Saturdays, where they provide handouts on crime prevention. They also help fund Neighborhood Block Parties where they reach families in a fun and safe environment while providing  helpful and useful information.

In closing, if you would like to set up a security program please contact 305.442.1600 ext. 4153

Villa Majorca is a new boutique building in Coral Gables offering an elegant and sophisticated lifestyle for residents. Exclusive, with only 36 apartments and townhomes, it is solely a rental building. Perfect for those with a high standard of living and want little or no maintenance. Also, convenient for the frequent traveler and those who would rather not deal with the obligations of owning. Security and superb amenities, with no hassle of fees.

What can you expect?

Designed for living the ultimate lifestyle in Coral Gables. Residents will receive a complimentary Biltmore Club Membership. In addition there is an in-house limousine service which is available to take you to the Biltmore, Miami Airport, and other destinations.

2-3 bedroom units have a functional layout with up to 2,000 square feet of living area. Features include top of the line appliances and finishings, and an added bonus of 2 balconies in each unit with views of the Miami skyline. Pricing ranges between $2,295-$3,500 per month.

The perks of this building are outstanding. You can expect typical amenites such as gym, pool, sun deck, and more!

Driving, cumbersome?

When you’re not in the limo, you can enjoy all that Coral Gables has to offer just outside the steps of your home. Located in the the heart of “The City Beautiful” this building is just blocks away from Miracle Mile. Walk to shops, restaurants, and art galleries.

Truly a great addition to the Coral Gables community.

Recently, I had the opportunity to participate in the ribbon cutting for Villa Majorca. If you would like to see the article click this link.

I would be happy to show you what this building has to offer. Please feel free to contact me here.

This time of year provides a perfect Florida day for a fun, family event.

Who: Over 360 artists and craftsmen wil have their works on display in various tents.

What: The cost for admission is $10 per day, children under 12 years old are free. (For Grove residents with valid ID, there is a discounted rate of only $5 per day!) No pets or outside beverages are permitted.

When: February 19-21, 2011 (this weekend), 10AM-6PM

Where: The festival runs along the streets of McFarlane Rd, South Bayshore Drive and PanAmerican Drive.

For additional information, visit http://www.coconutgroveartsfest.com/index.php.

6000 SW 108 Street Pinecrest, Fl

If you will recall my recent post,“New listing in Pinecrest,”  I just listed a 3 bedroom/ 2 bath home in Pinecrest last week. After 5 showings and 3 days on the market we had a signed contract in hand. It’s a wonderful house in a great location that I know will be the perfect home for it’s soon-to-be, new owners.

This is just another indicator that the key to selling homes in this market is pricing. When you price a home at a higher price than the market can support chances are it will just remain stagnant on the market. Pricing a home realistically will help everyone save time, money and patience, in the end.

If you are thinking of selling your home and would like to speak to me regarding the market, I would be happy to discuss. Please contact me here.