Palmetto Bay
November 3, 2026
A converted garage, an enclosed patio or a freshly remodeled kitchen can look like a selling point in a listing. In South Florida, the more important question is whether that work was permitted, inspected and closed out with the local building department. Unpermitted work rarely shows up in listing photos, it does not always surface in a standard home inspection and it can follow the house, and its new owner, long after closing. Drew Kern and The Kern Team review permit history with buyers on homes across Palmetto Bay, Pinecrest, Cutler Bay and the rest of Miami-Dade County. Here is what to check, where to look and what to do when the records and the house do not match. What […]
October 20, 2026
Fall in Miami-Dade County doesn’t come with changing leaves or a first frost. What it does bring is the stretch of the year many residents wait for: lower humidity, evenings comfortable enough to spend outside and a community calendar that fills up fast. For anyone thinking about buying or selling in Palmetto Bay, Pinecrest, Cutler Bay or Coral Gables, it’s also the season when these neighborhoods show you exactly what they have to offer. Here’s a look at what fall brings to the area, the events on the calendar this October and November and what the season means if you’re weighing a move. What Fall Looks Like in Miami-Dade South Florida’s dry season typically begins in mid-to-late October, and the […]
September 29, 2026
Families shopping in South Florida often end up with the same short list. Coral Gables, Pinecrest and Palmetto Bay sit within a short drive of one another, share a leafy residential feel and draw families for many of the same reasons. They are still very different places to live. The right choice usually comes down to how your family spends an ordinary Tuesday, not how a neighborhood looks in a listing photo. Here is how the three compare on the things that shape daily life. The Three Neighborhoods at a Glance Coral Gables Pinecrest Palmetto Bay Overall feel Walkable, historic, a true small city Quiet, private, garden-like Relaxed, park-rich, bayside Typical homes Condos, townhomes, 1920s originals and estate homes […]
September 9, 2026
Selling a home in Palmetto Bay or Cutler Bay isn’t complicated, but it does reward preparation. Both communities draw buyers for different reasons, Palmetto Bay for its larger lots and quieter feel, Cutler Bay for its newer construction and more accessible price points, and a listing strategy that plays to those strengths tends to perform better than a generic approach. Start With an Honest Pricing Conversation The biggest mistake sellers make is anchoring to what a similar home sold for two or three years ago instead of what’s actually closing today. A proper comparative market analysis looks at closings from the past 60 to 90 days, adjusts for condition and lot size, and accounts for how long those comparable homes […]
August 17, 2026
By Drew Kern, #1 Agent in Palmetto Bay by Homes Sold in 2025, The Kern Team at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices EWM Realty Palmetto Bay does not need to sell itself with a marketing campaign. Tree-lined streets, some of the largest standard lot sizes in Miami-Dade, and pockets of true waterfront access have made it one of the most consistently in-demand family neighborhoods in the county, and the resale numbers back that up year after year. As the agent who closed more homes here than anyone else in 2025, I get asked constantly what makes this market different. Here is the honest answer. KEY DATA (As of July 2026) Average Sale Price: $1,517,000 Current Number of Listings: 102 Current Days on […]
July 27, 2026
Cutler Bay and Palmetto Bay sit just a few miles apart in southern Miami-Dade County, share the same general corridor, and pull from many of the same buyer pools. But they are distinct communities with different price points, different housing stock, and different lifestyle profiles. For buyers trying to figure out which one fits their budget and priorities, the comparison is worth making carefully. Here is a straightforward look at how these two markets compare heading into the back half of 2026. How Do the Price Points Compare Between Cutler Bay and Palmetto Bay? This is where the two communities separate most clearly. Palmetto Bay is one of the higher-price markets in southern Miami-Dade. The inventory is dominated by single-family […]
June 17, 2026
If you’re searching for a home in South Miami-Dade, Palmetto Bay consistently stands out and for good reason. Palmetto Bay is one of the most sought-after communities in Miami-Dade County, and buyers who do their homework before they start touring homes are the ones who tend to make the best decisions. Here’s what you actually need to know before you buy in Palmetto Bay. What Makes Palmetto Bay Different Palmetto Bay is an incorporated village. It’s not a neighborhood inside Miami, but its own municipality with its own character. That distinction matters. Residents get the benefits of Miami-Dade County services alongside a local government that’s kept the community’s residential feel intact. The housing stock is primarily single-family homes on larger […]
May 19, 2026
If you’ve been browsing listings in Palmetto Bay, you’ve probably noticed that corner lots come up a lot — and that they tend to generate strong opinions. Some buyers seek them out specifically. Others cross them off the list without a second thought. The truth, as usual, is somewhere in between. Here’s an honest look at what you’re actually getting with a corner lot, so you can decide whether it’s right for you. The Case For a Corner Lot in Palmetto Bay The most immediate advantage is space. Corner lots tend to have larger yards than their mid-block counterparts, and that extra square footage opens up possibilities that simply aren’t available on a standard lot — a pool, an outdoor […]
April 14, 2026
Though Palmetto Bay is a small, tight-knit community, there’s no shortage of things to do on the weekends. If you have kids, you have plenty of recreational destinations to choose from, both indoors and outdoors. The best part? These places are fun for the whole family, so you’ll be just as entertained as your little ones. Without further ado, here are some of our favorite things to do on the weekend in Palmetto Bay, Florida: Enjoy the “Village of Parks” Palmetto Bay is famously known as the “Village of Parks” because it’s home to more than 10 beautiful parks and preserves. In Northern Palmetto Bay lies Coral Reef Park, which offers a bevy of playgrounds, picnic areas, walking paths, and a […]