April 10, 2013
I expected greatness from Khong River House after reading and hearing only rave reviews. My family and I anticipated this dinner with such enthusiasm, driving to Miami Beach in a torrential rain storm to taste the authentic and innovative food from Northern Thailand (Mekong River – including Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos). Maybe it was an off night for the […]
April 6, 2013
Last year I reported that NE Pinecrest had the highest average single family home sale price per square foot than the other areas of Pinecrest. The first quarter of this year continues the trend. In looking at the median sales price of single family homes per square foot, NE Pinecrest comes in at $320.00, NW Pinecrest at $278, SE Pinecrest at $256.00 and SW […]
April 5, 2013
Now here’s a book that captures the heart and soul of Coconut Grove. “The Tropical Cottage: At Home in Coconut Grove” by Beth Dunlop, editor of Modern Magazine, is the pictorial story of 33 charming bungalows and cottages, their lush gardens and the eclectic people who lived in and nurtured these homes. Anyone who has made Coconut Grove their home or hung out in The […]
April 5, 2013
You are Invited… Commodore Ralph Monroe’s Birthday Celebration at The Barnacle Historic State Park… 3485 Main Hwy Coconut Grove, FL 33133… Sunday, April 7, 2013… 6-9pm… Hosted by The Barnacle Society … Entertainment by the Solar Dogs… Silent Auction including official NBA ball signed by Ray Allen, South African Safari trip for 2… Champagne, Wine, Beer, […]
March 28, 2013
A Pinecrest tri-level contemporary home just closed in Devonwood for $1,200,000. Comtemporary architecture is red hot right now and this 5 bedroom, 4.5 bath, 1974 total renovation is no exception. It sold in just under two months for 97% of list price at $269/sq ft. Want to learn the difference between Modern and Contemporary architecture? Check out my blog here. I am […]
March 26, 2013
Three months ago, I reported that sales in the Coral Gables community of Snapper Creek Lakes have stalled. This is a very desirable gated community yet, it has been six months now since there has been a sale. There are currently two properties under contract and eight homes for sale. Also on the market since last October is an oak laden lot around three quarters of an acre listed […]
March 25, 2013
In Pinecrest, 91 homes over $1,000,000 are currently for sale. Forty four homes are for sale between $500,000 and $1,000,000 and only four homes are under $500,000. Most homes in this community are on large parcels of land, often 3/4 acre and up, adding significant value to these properties. Click here to see the complete market analysis […]
March 17, 2013
The newest Italian eatery on Miracle Mile in Coral Gables was jam packed Saturday night and super noisy but we were able to shout through the hustle bustle and enjoy the evening. We were served Italian bread with nothing of interest to dip or smear. It took quite a few requests to receive the olive oil. Our group […]