Miami Real Estate

For a variety of reasons, villas and townhouses are a plausible answer to ‘what’s next?’ Whether you want to lock-up and take-off for a well-deserved romp around the globe… or  eliminate  entirely the hassle of maintaining a large home ( and grounds!)…  a townhouse can offer  freedom, without catapulting you into  quarters of claustrophobically minimal dimensions.  If you want  independence and elbow room …  and a condo is just too confining…the answer COULD BE  a townhouse.   

In both Coral Gables & South Miami there are several in the works – some in the development stages (having already broken ground, or about to)…   others ready for occupancy.  They run the whole gamut, with some available for under $500,000.  

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The City of South Miami was incorporated in 1926 and has been “The City of Pleasant Living” ever since. With its small town charm, the city maintains several buildings with historic designations. South Miami has 30 single family homes and 6 commercial buildings with historical designations. In spite of all the wonderful newness and development of South Miami, I  do miss the  little flower shop just behind what’s now Starbucks! Read the rest of this entry »

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South Miami residents have waited a long time to see a community pool added to Murray Park and they may finally get their wish. Construction could start late next year, as the city now has enough money to build it.

City Commissioners could give City Manager Roger Carlton the green light to start designing the project as well as applying for building permits. Carlton told the Commissioners that he has more than $1.4 million in grants from the city’s Community Redevelopment Agency Funds as well as from the County’s Housing and Community Development department. Approximately $317,000 is set aside for the design of the pool with the rest saved for the pool’s construction.

There are still a few concerns regarding the pool’s construction, but the Commissioners and the City Manager will continue their discussions. Carlton believes that “every community needs a pool,” and South Miami might soon have one. For the complete article, click here.

If you would like to live near the proposed community pool, or for any of your real estate needs in South Florida, I would love to help. Send me a note here.

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Are you, or someone you know, looking for a real estate deal? 

Perhaps this is for you:   $125,000 buys you a  one bedroom POOL VIEW in the Valencia in South Miami… as Bank of America has literally slashed the price on this short sale!

Location: The condo is conveniently located near South Miami Hospital, Larkin Hospital,  Sunset Place, local shopping and dining … with easy access to the Metro Rail … and  literally minutes from the University of Miami.   Valencia Condo: 6001 SW 70 St  #454, South Miami, Florida 33143

Amenities: *Assigned covered parking  on the same floor as the apartment itself. *Spacious balcony overlooking the pool &  sun deck… perfect for relaxing* New-ish building (2004 built) *Internet Cafe * 24 hour security* 24 hour fitness center * Outdoor grills & gazebo* Billiard Room.

#454 in The Valencia, South Miami:  One bedroom. One bath. 652 sq ft.  Condo association fees: $323.73 per month.  Listed for sale now at $125,000.

If this sounds like an opportunity for you, or someone you know, please contact Alexandra or Vicki Restivo.

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 This gorgeous 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment has been newly remodeled to perfection. The unit features a wet bar, tile floors and a kitchen with granite counters. The apartment provides views of the canal and an outdoor terrace complete with tile floors.

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The Village at Dadeland Condo features a swimming pool, tennis and raquetball courts. Conveniently located at 7345 SW 82 Av # C118 – near Dadeland Mall and the University of Miami – this unit is ready to move into.

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For this or any real estate needs, contact Alexandra and Vicki Restivo.

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