February 11, 2019

Village of Pinecrest 2018 Annual Market Report

It was a record breaking year for single family home sales in the Village of Pinecrest.  Not since 2013 have so many homes turned over ownership.  And total sales volume was also at a six year high, up by 19% over 2014, which was the last big year when sales exceeded $300 million. The Big […]
August 31, 2018

Off Market “Little Vizcaya” For Sale in Coral Gables

A very rare and special Italian Renaissance home awaits the buyer who would love to renovate a classic 1925 Coral Gables estate overlooking the Granada Golf Course.  This incredible house has such a sense of grandeur with details you must see to fully appreciate its beauty. Its classic European design sweeps you off your feet […]
August 8, 2018

Just Listed Modern Mediterranean Home on Key Biscayne

Ah, the Island Life!  Fulfill your tropical dreams and live in modern Mediterranean luxury on exclusive Key Biscayne’s Mashta Island This three-story home has room for a large family with six en suite bedrooms, seven baths and two powder rooms,  including a staff room. The first floor includes the formal living and dining rooms, a […]
August 5, 2018

Grove Mediterranean Gem in Corporate Relocation

Welcoming another wonderful family, the third in a trio of corporate clients, to their new abode in South Coconut Grove. I relocated this family two years ago to a beautifully manicured contemporary home in South Coral Gables. They are now, however, venturing into the woods, embracing the delightful Bohemian culture of South Grove.   This […]
August 1, 2018

Myriam Found Her Brickell Waterfront Condo

After one year and countless showings, Myriam found her waterfront condo on Brickell Ave.  This is a most happy closing day for both of us, although moving-in has proved challenging in negotiating condo association elevator rules and narrow hallways that don’t accommodate a queen size bed. The condo at The Imperial is lovely,  the view […]
February 23, 2018

Village of Pinecrest 2017 Market Report

Fewer Units Sold but Prices Up The number of single family home sales in the Village of Pinecrest was down by 7% in 2017, with 180 units sold for a total sales volume of $257,086,111. The average home sold for $1,428,256 or an average price of $326 per square foot (SF) up from an average of […]
August 2, 2017

Palmetto Bay Home Sales – Under $700K a Sure Bet

I just finished analyzing Palmetto Bay single family home sales from January through June of this year. It’s great news for this neighborhood where home sales under $700,000 are a sure bet to sell. Not only do homes in this community priced under $700,000 have an excellent chance of selling, but they sell within an average […]
June 21, 2017

What are the Odds of Selling Your Home in Pinecrest?

If you’re thinking of selling your home in Pinecrest, you’re probably wondering what the likelihood of success will be.  There are some interesting trends. I looked at the data from the past six months to see what the odds of selling your home in Pinecrest are.  Clearly, if you are priced under $1 million, and have not overvalued […]
June 5, 2017

Plenty of Pinecrest Homes for Sale but Slow to Sell

There are plenty of single family Pinecrest homes currently on the market, 205 to be exact. The average list price is $2,354,283 or $411/SF.  But, there is a big discrepancy between the offered price and sale price. Since January this year, a total of 77 homes have sold with an average sale price of $1,245,886 or $305/SF. These homes […]