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January 21, 2025
There’s a huge misconception that Miami-Dade County is one giant playground for the rich. In reality, multiple neighborhoods in Miami are highly affordable and highly welcoming to first-home homebuyers from all sorts of economic backgrounds. Some of these up-and-coming neighborhoods carry the same advantages as their more expensive counterparts, offering a similar quality of life for a significantly lower price tag. The only difference is most people haven’t heard of them, which is bound to happen in such a big County with so many cities, villages, and neighborhoods. Here are four widely overlooked but highly affordable neighborhoods in Miami: Redland Named for the red clay that dominates its geological landscape, Redland (a.k.a. “the Redlands”) is a beautiful community about 20 miles from […]
January 7, 2025
Located just South of Pinecrest is Palmetto Bay, a beautiful city that’s perfect for families with school-aged children. It’s also ideal for anyone who wants the quiet lifestyle of the suburbs without being too far from the Gables, Brickell, and Downtown Miami. Between its plentiful green space, high quality schools, and a classic “small town” vibe, Palmetto Bay is one of the most desired neighborhoods in Miami-Dade County. Here’s what you need to know about the latest numbers on residential real estate in Palmetto Bay. Palmetto Bay Home Sales In Palmetto Bay, there are currently 120 homes for sale, a number that has been climbing steadily since July. That’s 66.7% more homes for sale than this time last year, which […]
December 26, 2024
We know how to party here in Miami, and not just at clubs until three in the morning. When New Year’s Eve rolls around, there are plenty of epic celebrations going on for people of all ages. So, if you’re not sure where to take your family for New Year’s Eve, we’ve got you covered with some of the most exciting family-friendly events in Miami. Here are five great ways to ring in the new year in the Magic City: Bayfront Park NYE For the most epic New Year’s Eve celebration in town, Bayfront Park NYE is hard to beat. This roaring outdoor festival features performances from more than 30 major recording artists, including Latin Grammy-winning icons Willy Chirino and […]
November 5, 2024
There might not be much snow in Miami but that doesn’t mean we don’t know how to celebrate the winter holidays. Magic city becomes even more magical this time of the year, offering a treasure trove of activities for the whole family. Here are some of our favorite family-friendly events in Miami this holiday season: Christmas Wonderland at Tropical Park November 16 – January 7 Over the holidays, Tropical Park in Olympia Heights is transformed into Christmas Wonderland, which includes stunning holiday displays and light shows along with an array of thrilling carnival rides. Younger children will love Santa’s Village, where they can meet Santa and enjoy story time with Mrs. Claus. For the grown-ups, there’s a spectacular Cirque du […]
October 8, 2024
Halloween is one of those holidays that means something different depending on your phase of life. Miami is full of Halloween parties catering to young adults, but there aren’t as many for the Whole Family. With that in mind, here are three of our favorite Halloween Activities Around Miami for the Whole Family: Paws4You Rescue Presents Howl-o-Ween a dog and family friendly Event When: Saturday, October 19th, 6:00 pm- 10:00pm Where: Palmetto Bay Park (Dog Friendly) What: Say goodbye to the sweltering heat and hello to a cooler, more enchanting atmosphere as we transform our event into a dazzling nighttime celebration! Join us on Saturday Evening, October 19, 2024, at Palmetto Bay Park for a glowing night filled with fun activities, costume contests, and plenty […]
September 3, 2024
When you have school-aged children, your home’s location – and the schools you are assigned to – have a high priority. Here is a list of some of the public schools in the areas our clients are typically looking that are among the higher rated public schools. Miami Beach Biscayne Beach Elementary School Neighborhood: North Miami Beach Grades: PK – 5 Student-to-teacher ratio: 18:1 Website: https://api.dadeschools.net/schoolwebsite/#!/?schoolId=0321 Fienberg / Fisher K-8 Center Neighborhood: South Beach Grades: PK – 8 Student-to-teacher ratio: 17/1 Website: https://www.fienbergfisherk8.com/ South Pointe Elementary School Neighborhood: South Beach Grades: PK – 5 Student-to-teacher ratio: 15:1 Website: https://www.southpointeelem.com/ Miami Beach Senior High School Neighborhood: Miami Beach (just off of Venetian Way) Grades: 9 – 12 Student-to-teacher ratio: 24:1 Website: https://miamibeachseniorhigh.net/ Miami Beach Nautilus […]
August 20, 2024
Coral Gables is one of two zip codes that saw Miami’s highest jumps in typical home values compared to just a year ago. Coral Gables homes saw a 14% increase in their typical home values compared to last year. The only other zip code in Miami-Dade County to see the same jump was Homestead, bookending the entirety of the market County-wide. Coral Gables home prices The median listing home price is at $1,091 per square foot, though this will probably net you a well-maintained home rather than a new build or a home on a large lot. In June 2024, the median sale price was at $1,798. How quickly are homes selling? Coral Gable homes had an average of 67 days […]
August 13, 2024
Picture it—you’re home from a long day at the office. You take your shoes off, get comfortable and you head to your new condo’s balcony to take in some fresh air and you are met with a stunning view of the ocean or the sunsetting over Miami. Sounds nice, right? It can be real. Here are five of the best areas in Miami for a condo with a view. Bal Harbour Located at the northern tip of Miami Beach, Bal Harbour packs a lot of extravagance into its one square mile location. Noted for its wide variety of luxury shopping, it’s the views that’ll really take your breath away. To the east you have the Atlantic ocean, but you can’t […]
August 6, 2024
The Kern Team knows that education is important. And Miami-Dade County is home to some of the best public magnet programs in the country. Whether you’re moving in from another city, or a local looking for something new, here’s a list of some of the best charter schools Miami has to offer. Ben Sheppard Elementary Neighborhood: Hialeah Gardens Grades: pre K – 5 Student-to-teacher ratio: 14:1 Website: https://www.bensheppardelementary.org/ Serving grades pre K – 5, Ben Sheppard Elementary is located in Hialeah Gardens, northwest of MIA. The school offers a magnet STEM program with an emphasis on developing students’ ability to communicate about sciences, both verbally and in writing. Coral Reef Senior High School Neighborhood: Richmond Heights Grades: 8 – 12 Student-to-teacher […]