May 28, 2014

Living Italian Style on the Green

Live elegantly and entertain in style in this Ramon Pacheco designed Italian Villa tucked away in a private enclave directly on the Biltmore Golf Course. This grand two-story Coral Gables home has a central courtyard that allows for a wonderful flow for parties and family living. It includes six bedrooms, six and a half baths, 5,392 square feet of living space and a formal dining […]
March 25, 2014

Two Sales in Snapper Creek Lakes

Two homes were snapped up by buyers this year in Snapper Creek Lakes. 5545 Arbor Lane Sale Price  $4,994,500 $491 per Square Foot Brokerage:  EWM Realty International This home is of superb craftmanship with impeccable woodwork and details throughout.  The spacious 6 bedroom, 8 bath craftsman-inspired residence was custom-built in 2008 and includes his and […]
February 27, 2014

Oceanfront Home in Coconut Grove – The Best Deal

Is there such a thing as a great buy for a home with direct oceanfront views?  I’m not talking about a canal where you have to crane your neck to see the bay. If $4,395,000 is in your price range, then this is truly the best deal on the market for a home with wide open, unobstructed waterfront […]
January 6, 2014

Coral Gables Waterfront Estate for Sale

This home is all about location and phenomenal unobstructed waterfront views.  Every room overlooks Biscayne Bay with views of downtown Miami and Key Biscayne in the distance. This two-story, gated home, on a low traffic and exclusive street in Coral Gables, is 4 bedrooms and 4 baths with 5,157 square feet of living space.  It has a formal […]
December 11, 2013

Are You Paying Too Much in Property Tax?

There are several new exemptions that may lower your property tax bill.  Determine if you qualify for exemptions by attending the Town Hall meeting hosted by Miami-Dade County Property Appraiser Carlos Lopez-Cantera. He will be speaking at the Pinecrest Library on Thursday December 19, 2013 at 7 pm to discuss these exemptions.  You can also complete your exemption application at […]
December 3, 2013

Art Basel 2013 Guide to the Museums, Collections and Special Venues

If you’re not too exhausted from visiting the plethora of galleries and fairs at Art Basel 2013, the museums, private collections and special venues will draw you in.   Here’s the extensive guide. And check out my other blogs: Guide to the Fairs and Guide to the Galleries. Museums Bass Museum of Art: “Vessels From the Collection,” through August 10. […]
November 17, 2013

Orchids

Just posting some ephemeral beauty this morning. Orchids from Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden’s 11th Annual International Orchid Festival in Coral Gables. Photos are courtesy of my friend Bob Pellegrini of Vertical Garden fame.                                    
November 7, 2013

October Home Sales in South Coral Gables

Snapper Creek Lakes, Gables by the Sea, Old Cutler Bay Estates and Pine Bay Estates were the only luxury communities in South Coral Gables with closed sales in October, 2013.  A total of five homes sold along Old Cutler Road, South of Kendall Drive (SW 88th St). The chart below lists the five properties that sold, […]
September 24, 2013

Modern Home Near South Miami and Coral Gables

Sweet Deal on Starter Home Check out this modern custom-built three bedroom two bath home with a gated entrance.  This charming house, built in 1976, has 1,515 square feet of living space, vaulted ceilings, an interior patio with Chicago bricks, a  large covered terrace,  new hurricane shutters and a gas generator to power the entire […]