SOUTH FLORIDA REAL ESTATE BLOG

$130 Million Worth of Condo Sales at St. Regis
16May

In the first quarter of 2013, from January to March, Miami Dade reported that St. Regis condominium in Bal Harbour had a reported estimated sales of over $130 million. This was between only 30 new units. The lack of inventory in the area could be a reason why the new building of St. Regis witnessed such incredible sales and these sales are a reason that the area it is in is considered one of the top ten coastal markets in South Florida. The sales have been between $1.7 million and $13 million. The average price per square foot is $1,550 and the highest was $2,060 per square foot.

The St. Regis is comprised of two towers in the elite village of Bal Harbour. It is the epitome of resort style living with incredible amenities and interiors designed by acclaimed design firm, Yabu Pushelberg. Amenities include formal and informal dining, heated pools with cabanas, professional health center and spa, lush landscaping throughout, 24 hour valet and concierge, and personal shoppers. Units are all equipped with Smart technology, which allow requests to be made via keypad, private elevator foyers, and eleven foot balconies. Bal Harbour is among the most coveted areas of South Florida and is located on the northern most tip of the barrier island of Miami Beach. It has some of the most exclusive boutiques south of Worth Avenue in Palm Beach and its beaches are among the most coveted in South Florida. For more information, contact us today.

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Continuum South Beach
8Sep

In the world of South Florida real estate, few areas match up to the chic luxuriousness of South Beach and even fewer condos match the eloquence of Continuum South Beach. This South Beach condo building, joined by its sister residential building Continuum II, is a soaring 42-story condo with unparalleled luxury. With its unbeatable location on South Pointe Drive on the southern tip of Miami Beach, Continuum South Beach has some of the most marvelous views in all of Miami Beach. Views from Continuum South Beach's spacious terraces include the Atlantic Ocean, Biscayne Bay, Downtown Miami and the beautiful South Beach coastline.

Continuum South Beach is a condo that emphasizes resort-style living in a permanent condo residence. This concept has been successfully practiced throughout Miami Beach with condos offering lavish amenities and residential features, but certain South Beach condos like Continuum South Beach really push the limits of beachfront luxury living.

Residential features for Continuum South Beach include one-to-four bedroom layouts, ten foot ceilings, oversized balconies, spectacular waterfront views, custom kitchen cabinetry, Miele appliances, Maytag Neptune washer and dryer, European cabinetry in bathroom and Whirlpool tub in the master bedroom. Of course amenities for Continuum usually "steal the show" with lavish services like 24-hour security, 24-hour valet services, concierge services, fitness center, tennis courts, sporting club, beach attendants and an elegant party room exclusively for residents.

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W South Beach Opens with Style
8Jul

While the condo market in South Beach is cooling down, W South Beach spices things up by opening just in time for the Fourth of July. Officially this South Beach condo-hotel opened July 2nd after developers invested an estimated $500 million dollars in the luxury residential building. The structure stands at an impressive 20-stories high and has incredible amenities and residential features. The condo-hotel is picturesquely located north of Collins Park on Collins Avenue with direct access to the beach. W South Beach condo also has 511 luxury units with stylish open floor plans and spacious balconies.

Residential features in W South Beach have the comfort of a luxury condo and the style of a South Beach hotel. The features include nine-foot ceilings, expansive glass balconies, completely furnished units, marble and wood flooring, top-of-the-line kitchen appliances, built-in kitchen cabinetry, wireless high speed internet access, spa showers, marble sinks in bathrooms and daily housekeeping services. Amenities for W South Beach are particularly nice because of its status as a condo-hotel and include 24-hour security, valet parking, concierge services, private beach access, two outdoor pools, private pool cabanas, state-of-the-art fitness center, six bars, two gourmet restaurants and a high-tech business center.

Living in South Beach has its benefits as well. W South Beach is close to some of the finest shops, dining and shopping in South Florida. South Beach is also known for its incredible live entertainment and diverse culture. The most obvious appeal of South Beach is its incredible white-sandy beaches, crystal blue waters and year-round warm weather. W South Beach is located in an area of Miami Beach that is most frequented by tourists and beach enthusiasts because of its beautiful scenic vistas and its exciting culture.

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Portofino Tower: A Sight to Behold
1Jul

Standing at ground level and observing Portofino Tower is an experience in and of itself. The 44-story building offers a spectacle of grandiose and style. Its light blue mixed in with choral color designs blends in beautifully with Miami Beach’s tropical environment. The condo building uses curvaceous and angular designs to optimize space, provide a diversity of floor plans and create a stylish aesthetic appeal. A unique quality of Portofino Tower is its amazing “South of Fifth” location, which is a luxury community south of Fifth Street in Miami Beach. While South Beach condos themselves are considered higher than average in terms of quality, “South of Fifth” condos are considered the pinnacle of South Beach luxury condos.

This condo emphasizes quality residential features and includes double door entryways, nine-foot ceilings, spacious outdoor terraces, floor-to-ceiling windows, brand new kitchen appliances, European designed kitchen cabinetry, Kohler brand water closets, Jacuzzi bathtubs, marble bathroom floors and large walk-in closets. Amenities for Portofino Tower are four-story lobby, 24-hour security, parking garage, concierge services, swimming pools, sauna, steam room, fitness center, tennis courts, spa, theater, billiards room and individual storage spaces.

As for Portofino Tower’s South Beach location itself, South Beach encompasses a small portion of Miami Beach but remains among South Florida’s most frequented, most photographed and most widely recognized area. Around Portofino Tower there is a fascinating mix of eclectic culture, contemporary lifestyle and South Florida’s own penchant for providing a sunny lifestyle have made South Beach a top favorite among locals, tourists and Portofion Tower residents.

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Apogee South Beach The Jewel of the Beach
29May

On the southern tip of iconic South Beach sits one of the most critically acclaimed projects by the renowned Related Group. As its name suggests, Apogee is the pinnacle of luxury and comfort. The 22 story Apogee condo boasts some of the most impressive and unique features to ever be seen in a South Beach condo. It’s got the unobstructed panoramas of Governor’s Cut and the Miami Beach cityscape plus the largest terraces ever seen in a South Florida condo.

Apogee’s amazing features also include convenient summer kitchens and every single one of its stylish residences offers no less than 3000 square of feet space, making it one of the most luxurious residential buildings with homes in the sky. Apogee is already in what is widely recognized as the most exclusive area to call home in Miami Beach.

The South of Fifth neighborhood is known for being an immaculate fusion of large sidewalks sprinkled with some of the trendiest cafes and delectable restaurants in the city. Eateries like the classic Joe’s Stone Crab, fashionable Prime 112, China Grill and Kobe Club continue to receive widespread acclaim and offer no shortage of great places in which to enjoy a fabulous meal.

Apogee is a masterwork of luxury and superb amenities, two of many qualities that essentially make it one of the most solid investments in South Beach.

For More information about Apogee please Visit our Apogee Page

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Icon South Beach: A Closer Look at this Iconic Building
29Apr

Icon South Beach is certainly a condo worth featuring; its inspiring architectural design and faultless location makes it one of the most popular and sought-after condos in Miami Beach. Built in 2005 Icon South Beach adequately represents the luxuriousness and high-quality of life that has made South beach condos so famous. Icon South Beach rises forty stories above the clear blue waters of Biscayne Bay with 289 total units ranging from one-bedroom suites to five-bedroom penthouses on the fortieth floor. This condo's address at 450 Alton Road is just south of Macarthur Causeway and Fifth Street, classifying this condo as part of the famous strip of South Beach condos known as "South of fifth" condos. "South of fifth" condos get their name for being south of Fifth Street, but also for their high standard of luxury and incredible group of condo buildings that include Portofino Tower, Continuum and Apogee condo.

Icon South Beach has residential features like nine-foot ceilings, semi-private elevator access, high-speed internet access, tinted and tempered hurricane-proof glass, ocean and bay views, washer, dryer, marble bathrooms, granite kitchen countertops, Miele appliances, Sub-Zero refrigerators, Whirlpool tub and Philippe Starck fixtures and bathrooms. Icon South Beach also boasts amenities such as secured garage parking, valet services, 24-hour security, concierge services, conference room, heated lap and infinity edge pool, state-of-the-art fitness center, spa, café, billiards room and luxurious common areas.

Icon South Beach's Miami Beach location has incredible perks like being in the epicenter of South Florida entertainment. Most people venture to Miami Beach to visit the beach, enjoy fine dining, experience live music, shop or attend art shows. Icon South Beach residents can experience those things locally without the hassle of long trips or parking. South Beach itself is an amazing sub-community in Miami Beach. It has the world-famous Collins Avenue strip and Ocean Drive which have amazing restaurants, shopping and live entertainment. Finally, Icon South Beach's "South of fifth" status has incredible advantages like being part of a tranquil and luxurious community of top Miami Beach condos.

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The Courts at South Beach one of South of Fifth’s Hidden Jewels
16Mar

South of Fifth is the crowned jewel of Miami Beach, boasting quiet streets, access to the beach only steps from any building and a large array of first class restaurants like RED, Smith and Wollensky, Tuscan Steak, Devito’s new Restaurant, Prime one twelve, China Grill and the classic Joe’s Stone Crab.

This area has many incredible condos like Continuum, Icon, Murano Grande and Portofino, the brand new Apogee and many more. In the center of this ultra urban area however, you’ll find a city block of eleven small buildings only four stories high called The Courts at South Beach.
This complex with 190 units is more than just a collection of appealing vacation condos; The Courts at South Beach are truly homes. With large units offering 3 and 4 bedrooms and units up to 2800 sq ft you may wish to make this complex your permanent residence.
This is not some kind of condo, resort or hotel, The Courts has one of the highest percentages of year round residents than any other building in South Beach. Most of its residents at The Courts choose to live there permanently, making the building very desirable for families with small children, pet lovers and South Beach aficionados.
Even so, The Courts is not like many South Beach condos that sometimes tend to lack common areas and amenities. Two pools, Jacuzzi, gym, party room, a racquetball court, state of the art security system and 24 hour guards are just some of the features available at The Courts.
Most units come with two parking spaces and separate storage spaces. The Courts is a charming complex with so many attributes that the only way to properly experience it is to visit this great building.
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A Tour of Mei Miami Beach
12Feb

Mei Miami Beach is probably the best new building to appear in Miami in recent times. This building exudes luxury with its unique Asian aesthetic and the minimal yet luxurious atmosphere is a refreshing blend very much needed in this area.

The developer offers four distinct choices for every buyer:

Decorator ready:
This is the typical way all units are delivered which consists of a finished kitchen and bathroom. You'll need to add flooring, window treatments, and your own paint and design touches. This unit is essentially a completely "empty canvas" for you and your decorator to bring to life.

Move-in Ready:
This is a great choice for buyers. These units are professionally decorated by Mei Miami Beach's in house interior designer and the combinations are truly admirable. All units come standard with custom flooring, wall covering, and window treatments designed to be environmentally friendly.

Fully Furnished Luxury Residences:
All you need is your toothbrush in these turn-key units. Fully furnished luxury residences come standard with custom flooring, wall coverings, paint, window treatments and custom designed furniture. Sliding panel dividers and fully accessorized collection of linens, dinnerware and decorative items are also part of this packaged deal.

Fully Furnished Jaya Limited Collection:
These are limited collection units created by world-renowned designer Jaya Ibrahim. All units come fully furnished with custom furniture, exotic wood custom doors, fully accessorized collection linens, dinnerware and decorative items.

Take a tour through and explore the unique Mei Miami Beach condo.

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