Miami Beach Real Estate News

Real Estate News

Every day is a different experience in Miami Beach.  Its ever-changing landscape and the diversity of the Miami Beach real estate market present exciting new ventures, opportunities and events that make it one of the most dynamic cities in all of sunny South Florida.

Our Miami Beach real estate blog is always being updated with the latest real estate news about Miami Beach and its neighboring areas, including local events and exciting new happenings.  As part our ongoing efforts to provide you with the most comprehensive information on Miami Beach and its collection of varied property, we will highlight and acquaint you with a new, acclaimed Miami Beach condo each month.

We encourage you to comment on our latest Miami Beach real estate and South Beach real estate news postings and contribute to the discussion.  The eclectic lifestyle and community always presents new perspectives and we’d love for you to share our postings with friends and family through your preferred social networking websites.  Thank you for reading our Miami Beach blog!

Wednesday, April 28, 2010

Real estate may be on something of an upswing but if recent reports are to be believed, Miami Beach condos may be having a bit of a tougher time in 2010, at least during the first quarter.  Per recent reports, developers only managed to sell a total of seventeen new units during this period, that's actually 31 units less than 2009.

The number of units sold is low but on a positive note, the average price per square foot did see a healthy increase of more than $800 compared to last year.  Miami Beach condos usually sold for about $1,364 during the first quarter

While Miami Beach condos may be having a tougher time moving overall inventory, over in nearby downtown Miami things are looking a lot better.  Between January and March, over 700 units were sold for a price per square foot of $326.  That sharp difference in price may be a major factor as to why Miami Beach is having a rockier time seeing a huge sales boost.

What are your thoughts?  It's true that the barrier island Miami Beach condos call home may have something to do with the slow sales but might there be more at stake?  More importantly, what are the odds of sales improving during the following quarters?

Comments: 0

Tuesday, April 27, 2010

Usually, the common practice of purchasing, renovating and eventually selling Miami Beach real estate that’s gone into foreclosure is reserved for market savvy buyers looking to make a profit, a process better known as house flipping.  That’s why it comes across as a little odd that local governments are now doing their own house flipping via a program called the Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP).

Last week Miami-Dade County began promoting its collection of properties found largely in the southwestern region, stressing the heavy discounts attached and the financial resources available in order to assist a first time buyer with a purchase.  Using federal funds given in 2008 as part of a grant by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, homes are being purchased mostly as a means of staving off the damaging aftereffects of foreclosures.  Apparently, Miami Beach homes have yet to qualify.

If the idea sounds appealing and you aren’t interested in owning Miami Beach homes, keep in mind that certain requirements must be met in order to buy a home under the NSP.  The deep discounts and new renovation may be worth getting “off the fence”.
 

Comments: 0

Monday, April 26, 2010

When it comes to debt, collectors can be quite unpleasant if not downright bullish when trying to get the money owed to them.  If you’re already struggling with trying to pay the mortgages for your Miami Beach condos on top of other bills, having someone try and pressure you into coughing up money you obviously don’t have will not help a situation.  It seems like banks have finally caught on to this.

Major lending institutions are now trying to adopt a friendlier approach towards resolving debt collection and dealing with delinquent homeowners.  Lately this has involved monetary incentives such as cash or gift cards as well as useful employment services or even those designed to prevent suicide.  The effort is meant at least partially as a means of improving the image of major banks in hopes that once the market rebounds, buyers will choose the bank again the next time they’re looking for a loan to purchase property like Miami Beach condos.

In many situations banks are going as far as to work out a brand new monthly trial payment solution with a homeowner.  Will this new approach ultimately improve the bad reputation lenders have received?

Comments: 0

Friday, April 23, 2010

When it comes to the housing market in 2010, the news regarding its activity continues to be largely positive and the latest round of statistics are once again proving that there just might be significant evidence proving that a recover y for markets like Miami Beach real estate is indeed underway.  Home sales once again showed more than just encouraging signs last month, they surged.

The sales of both condos and traditional homes in South Florida saw an upswing during March, boosted not only by prices and the soon to end tax credit but also from deep pocketed who are finally getting off the fence and choosing to invest in real estate instead of dealing with the risks of a highly unpredictable stock market.  Compared to March of 2009, Sales of single family homes and property like Miami Beach condos rose 17 and a whopping 58 percent, respectively.  Those hopeful numbers are only representative of Miami Dade County.

Will this trend continue now that the home buying tax credit will be ending in less than ten days?  Some major real estate franchises are planning to encourage Miami Beach real estate sellers to contribute $8,000 towards the closing costs to maintain the buying momentum.  For the time being, it’s good to know that nearly six months into 2010 the activity remains encouraging, for the most part.

Comments: 0

Thursday, April 22, 2010

Are you running out of new places to visit near your Miami Beach condos when the weekend comes around?  Has Starbucks become too congested and “passé” for your tastes?  There’s a brand new coffee shop for you to check out run by a very familiar Swiss company.

The brand new Nespresso Boutique Bar has just opened right on Lincoln Road, a large 3,500+ square foot hangout that just so happens to be the first of its kind in the state and only the third to emerge in the entire country.  One of the boutique’s most distinguishing features is its refusal to serve any of its coffee in a paper cup; all coffee is served in ceramic cups in order to preserve the best taste.  As a result, if you were planning on picking up a cup as you head out from your Miami Beach condos on the way to work, you may want to schedule some time to enjoy the coffee or in-house.

Although a Nespresso espresso will cost more than what you’re accustomed, the bar prides itself on its high quality coffee beans and machines which, if you’re so inclined, can also be purchased for you to use in your own Miami Beach condos at varying prices.  The Nespresso Boutique Bar may not give Starbucks a run for its money but it’s definitely worth checking out when you have some spare time and are looking for something to do.

Comments: 0

Wednesday, April 21, 2010

Assuming you’ve been following the activity of the Miami Beach condos market at all, you may be familiar with the back story of the Caribbean condo.  At one point, the building sold quickly but soon saw several buyers walk away from their deposits, resulting in a subsequent buyout after its original lender was dissolved.  This purchase turned out to be a success.  Units that were once selling at more than $1,000 per square foot are now selling at deep discounts of $600 to $750 per square foot with only fifteen units left.  What does this mean?

Markets like Miami Beach real estate continue to face major hurdles and are still in tough shape but it is not necessarily on its last legs either.  Compared to neighboring downtown Miami, things are looking up thanks to the location of many condos as well as the smaller inventory and active nightlife.  Based on recent activity, it could be said with almost complete certainty that sales are slowly but surely improving as the much anticipated bottom draws nearer, assuming it hasn’t already arrived.

What are your thoughts on the current state of Miami Beach condos and downtown Miami condos?  Are things indeed on a rocky upswing or is there more bad news to come?

Comments: 0

< Back

Updated: Thursday, September 21, 2023

Copyright ©2023Realty Times®. All Rights Reserved

Housing Rebound: Factors to Consider
In Miami we have had an incredible year of growth with an ever shrinking supply of condos...

Hoteliers Buy Versace Mansion at Auction
Gindi Family and Nakash Family of New York were the winners of the auction for Casa Casuarina...

Stunning Estate for Sale on Allison Island
Allison Island is one of the man made islands comprising Miami Beach. One half of the island...

Avant Garde and Luxurious Penthouse on Fisher Island
Fisher Island is home to some of the highest net worth individuals in Miami. It is a private...

6000 Indian Creek, Condominium Spotlight
6000 Indian Creek is a Sieger Suarez project that was completed in 2007 and consists of...

$35 Million Buys you THIS on Star Island
$35 Million for a home on Star Island is par for the course in Miami Beach real estate....

Development Update
It is looking like a dusty winter season in Miami, with all the construction rapidly underway,...

North Bay Road Charm, 4330 North Bay Road
4330 North Bay Road is a stunning example of Mediterranean architecture in Miami Beach....

Best Home Improvements for Resale Value
It could not be a better time for a homeowner to list their home for sale in Miami. The...

Biscayne Gets a New Development
The Melo Group of developers acquired 601 NE 23rd St last year and have conceived of 23...

520 West Ave Residence 2301
520 West Avenue is home of the Bentley Bay. Bentley Bay is comprised of two modern towers...

Spice 2013, Guide 101
Miami Spice is a program whereby most of the restaurants in the city encourage people to...

Hollywood has a New Hotel
Margaritaville Hollywood is coming to Hollywood Beach and is likely to completely alter...

Sustainable Waterfront Home on Normandy Isle, 1.85 Million
Rarely on the market do we find completely sustainable, off the grid, homes in Miami Beach....

Housing Inventory on the Rise at the Close of Summer
The Wallstreet Journal released numbers via Realtor.com regarding the inventory of available...

Warm Spanish Style Home Listed on the Sunset Islands
1844 W. 23rd Street is listed on the Miami Beach luxury real estate marketplace for $11...

Former Gansevoort Getting Complete Eco-Renovation
Last year the Perry Hotel, formerly the Gansevoort, was purchased for $230 million. The...

Affordable Luxury Waterfront on Hibiscus Island
A home that is considered affordable in Miami terms for waterfront is generally between...

Bart Reines New Masterpiece Released on the Market
Bart Reines is one of the worlds most impressive modern architects living, and he has just...

New Listing on La Gorce Island
98 La Gorce Court has just been listed for sale. This over 7800 square foot home with 8...