Coral Gables

May 28, 2019

What You Need to Know Before Buying a Home in Coral Gables

Coral Gables, also known as “The Gables” or “The City Beautiful,” is a coveted South Florida community, and for good reason. Its location just southwest of downtown Miami mixed with its plethora of fabulous dining, high-end shops and community events make it an ideal family-friendly suburb. Moreover, it maintains the historic charm of Old World elegance with stunning home architecture reminiscent of Old Spanish style, many of which were originally constructed in the 1920s.   Coral Gables maintains such strong appeal to buyers for these and many other reasons, but if you’re looking to buying a home in the Gables, it’s important to note a few things.   All home projects go before the Gables’ Board of Architects In order […]
April 2, 2019

Ready to Make an Offer? Be Sure You’ve Done These 5 Things First

Searching for the perfect home can be a long journey for some, so when you finally find the right one, it can be tempting to jump right in to making an offer. While competitive markets can require us to act quickly, you want to be sure you’re prepared by taking care of these five things first.   Get pre-approval from a financial lender– Before making an offer, it’s essential to have all of your financials in order and have enough on reserve to cover your deposit and closing costs. In Miami, when you’re often competing with cash-only offers, securing pre-approval is 100% necessary before you make an offer. You should have this stage complete before you begin looking at homes. […]
October 9, 2015

I Salute Coral Gables, the City Beautiful

As many of you know, this year marks Coral Gables’ 90th anniversary. On April 29, 1925, its original charter was approved by the Florida legislature, and thanks in no small part to the extraordinary vision of founder George Merrick, today the City Beautiful is a vibrant, historically rich, multicultural destination, home to more than 49,000 residents. Due to my involvement with the Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce and the fact that my office is located in Coral Gables, this city is like a second home to me. It is a true gem: ideally located close to Miami International Airport and Downtown Miami; comprised of neighborhoods that skew urban and also neighborhoods that appeal to those searching for a more suburban […]
June 24, 2014

Coral Gables Market Update June 2014

 The Coral Gables single family home real estate market has certainly remained very active. Last month was a great month for sellers. In the month of May, there were 272 homes for sale. This is the lowest number of homes for sale this year. 67 homes went under contract, and that is the highest number of homes going under contract this year. That would already be impressive, but what really shows the market is the number of homes that sold. 56 homes sold last month, which is the highest number of homes sold in any month this year. This is a huge jump from the 27 homes that sold in January. Interested in selling? Now is the time! Contact me […]
April 10, 2014

A Week of New Listings!

  This has been a busy week for my team, with 6 new listings and more on the way! Take a look below for my new listings, and click on the photos for more information.           4855 Ponce De Leon Blvd, Coral Gables                   590 Loretto Ave, Coral Gables                  8120 SW 191 St, Cutler Bay                                  8890 SW 183 Terr, Palmetto Bay            8365 SW 183 Terr, Palmetto Bay                      7355 SW 89 St Unit 417N, Toscano Condo
October 8, 2013

New Waterfront Listing in Prestigious Old Cutler Bay

Cast your eyes on the stunning views from this Mediterranean waterfront home in the prestigious community of Old Cutler Bay. This 4 bedroom, 5 bathroom home boasts over 4,500 sq ft, on a beautiful 24,900 sq ft lot.  The formal living room has wood vaulted ceilings and a working fireplace. Charming formal dining room. Updated kitchen with newer cabinetry, stainless appliances and granite countertops.  Perfect location on wide canal, no bridges to bay and 65 ft seawall with wood dock and boat lift. Impeccable views from the beautiful pool and patio, including a covered area for entertaining plus a summer kitchen. 36kw Generator. 2 car garage. Click here for more photos. Listed for $3,650,000 Contact us for more information or […]
August 23, 2013

11th Annual BNI Miami-Dade Charity Golf Tournament

It is that time of year, again! The 11th Annual BNI Miami-Dade Charity Golf Tournament benefitting Big City Mountaineers is just around the corner. The tournament will take place on Friday, September 20, 2013, at the historic Biltmore golf course. Lunch begins at 12:00 P.M., followed by a shotgun start, 18-hole scramble at 1:00 P.M. The cocktail reception and silent auction will begin at 6:00 P.M. We are still accepting golfers, silent auction items, and donations. We hope to see everyone there! For more information about the golf tournament, view our facebook page here, or contact me for more information. I have written about Big City Mountaineers many times. (click here) For more information on the Big City Mountaineers, their national program […]
July 19, 2013

Coral Gables Market Update

The month of June was an interesting one for the Coral Gables real estate market. After a dip in the average price per square foot in May after a steady increase since the beginning of the year, the average price per square foot for closed sales jumped to $416. This is an all time high for 2013, an increase of 41% since January. It is a great time to sell! If you aren’t happy with your real estate results, if it’s not the market, it might be your method. Looking to purchase in Coral Gables? Please click here to view my available listings for sale. Contact us for a complimentary analysis of your home! Drew Kern EWM Realty International Chairman’s […]
May 7, 2013

Just Listed

Granada Capri Live and play in the City Beautiful. Granada Capri is a fabulous refurbished condo building located in North Coral Gables, just minutes from the famed shops and restaurants of Miracle Mile, golf and  tennis in Coral Gables, and a short drive to the Miami International Airport, Downtown Miami, Brickell, and Coconut Grove. Boca and Brickell style apartments all boasting large, open living areas. The Boca units feature remodeled kitchen and bathrooms, new appliances, tile floor throughout, and granite countertops. The Brickell style offers polished concrete floors, remodeled kitchen and bathrooms, new appliances and butcher-block countertops in the kitchen. Perfect for the savvy professional wanting to take advantage of a great locatiion; living in a unique and vibrant city at […]