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Miami Beach Neighborhood News

South Florida is a Boater's Paradise

South Florida is a boater’s paradise.  Whether you prefer to sail or motor boat, the ocean, Intracoastal, or Bboatingay, boater’s are bound to find plenty to do.  Be warned, Biscayne Bay has many flats that can pop up literally out of the blue, so read your charts to avoid running aground and damaging our fragile sea grass.  Here is a partial list of both public and private marinas in Miami-Dade County.

North Miami Dade Marinas

Mystic Point Marina

Turnberry Isle Marina up to 180 feet

Waterways Marina up to 120′

Sunny Isles Marina

Bill Bird Marina at Haulover Park up to 90 feet

Pelican Harbor Marina up to 50 feet

Sunset Harbor Marina up to 150 feet

Marinas throughout Florida
throughout US

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Miami Beach Neighborhood News

South Florida is a Boater’s Paradise

South Florida is a boater’s paradise.  Whether you prefer to sail or motor boat, the ocean, Intracoastal, or Bboatingay, boater’s are bound to find plenty to do.  Be warned, Biscayne Bay has many flats that can pop up literally out of the blue, so read your charts to avoid running aground and damaging our fragile sea grass.  Here is a partial list of both public and private marinas in Miami-Dade County.

North Miami Dade Marinas

Mystic Point Marina

Turnberry Isle Marina up to 180 feet

Waterways Marina up to 120′

Sunny Isles Marina

Bill Bird Marina at Haulover Park up to 90 feet

Pelican Harbor Marina up to 50 feet

Sunset Harbor Marina up to 150 feet

Marinas throughout Florida
throughout US

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Coconut Grove Neighborhood News Restaurants

George's in the Grove

I know it is kind of strange to spend a 5 de Mayo at George’s in the Grove, but am I glad we did!  It was very fitting because George himself has a wild and strange energy and the whole evening was a bit surreal.

The service and food were both  exquisite.  From the fun George’s Gazette, which contains the wine list and menu along with amusing reads, to the ambiance of the open restaurant itself, I left a fan.  Our party of four started out with several appetizers, one more amazing than the other:  yellow and red tomatoes, Burrata mozzarella, Prosciutto and basil vinaigrette; country pate; and a spectacular smoked Salmon tartare.  We should have stopped there because we ate everything, but the menu wouldn’t let us.  We went on to order 3-hour braised lamb shank with homemade black truffle mashed potatoes, steamed fresh mussels in garlic and white wine broth, center cut filet mignon, and a veal special.

georges-in-the-groveThe staff was amazing.  The place was packed, yes packed to overflowing on a Tuesday night; a mariachi band and some very inebriated followers came by a couple of times, singing loudly and passing around tequila; and we were demanding, wanting more of everything (champagne, food, wine, dessert), yet our waiter never flustered.  He even allowed us to move outside to a lounge area on the sidewalk, and timed our last wine, dessert, and coffee perfectly.  We never felt rushed.  I can’t wait to rush back!

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Coconut Grove Neighborhood News Restaurants

George’s in the Grove

I know it is kind of strange to spend a 5 de Mayo at George’s in the Grove, but am I glad we did!  It was very fitting because George himself has a wild and strange energy and the whole evening was a bit surreal.

The service and food were both  exquisite.  From the fun George’s Gazette, which contains the wine list and menu along with amusing reads, to the ambiance of the open restaurant itself, I left a fan.  Our party of four started out with several appetizers, one more amazing than the other:  yellow and red tomatoes, Burrata mozzarella, Prosciutto and basil vinaigrette; country pate; and a spectacular smoked Salmon tartare.  We should have stopped there because we ate everything, but the menu wouldn’t let us.  We went on to order 3-hour braised lamb shank with homemade black truffle mashed potatoes, steamed fresh mussels in garlic and white wine broth, center cut filet mignon, and a veal special.

georges-in-the-groveThe staff was amazing.  The place was packed, yes packed to overflowing on a Tuesday night; a mariachi band and some very inebriated followers came by a couple of times, singing loudly and passing around tequila; and we were demanding, wanting more of everything (champagne, food, wine, dessert), yet our waiter never flustered.  He even allowed us to move outside to a lounge area on the sidewalk, and timed our last wine, dessert, and coffee perfectly.  We never felt rushed.  I can’t wait to rush back!

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Buying Market Summary Pinecrest Selling

Pinecrest FL Real Estate – Market Trends First Quarter 2009

During the first quarter of 2009 there has been very little change in the inventory of single family homes in Pinecrest listed on the MLS.  Sales also seem to be moving to closing slowly, but the trending increase in pending sales gives me hope that Pinecrest’s real estate market will start moving the way of Miami-Dade County, decreasing inventory and increased sales.  One of the reasons this market is going to turn more slowly than the County’s is due to the pricing.  The median sales price of all single family homes in the County at the end of April was $165,000 whereas in Pinecrest it was $475,000.  78% of  sales in the County were under $300,000.

What has been selling in Pinecrest in the first quarter are the single family homes listed for between $216 and $298 per square foot.  Based on the inventory and number of closed sales in April, there is currently 53 months worth of inventory in Pinecrest. However, based on current inventory and the number of pending sales there is an 11.5 month inventory.  This illustrates how rapidly the market can turn.  Since summer is the most active time for single family home sales, I am feeling cautiously optimistic that the market is starting to change and is at least stopping its downward free-fall.

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Buying Neighborhood News Pinecrest

7645 SW 117 Street, Pinecrest, FL is in a Great Location

7645 SW 117 Street, Pinecrest, FLYou know what they say about real estate: location, location, location.  Well this house is walking distance to shops, restaurants, places of worship, parks and public transportation!

Located off of 77 Ave., a main North/South corridor in Pinecrest, 7645 SW 117 Street is a perfect place to call home.

  • 4 bedroom/2 bath
  • builder’s acre
  • accordian hurricane shutters
  • new hardwood floors
  • chickee hut

The Village of Pinecrest, known for its parks, schools, large lots and quiet life-style has always been popular with families, couples and individuals who enjoy their space and privacy yet want to live close to activities.

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Buying Investment Real Estate Pinecrest

Unbelievable Land Value in Pinecrest, FL – 7935 SW 134 Street- Builder’s Acre Under $550,000

This beautiful builder’s acre is located on a quiet, low-traffic street in South Pinecrest.  A house sits on the property, bucciero-land-resizedwaiting for you to continue the updates or tear it down and build new.  Take advantage of the current market; it has been a while since land value in Pinecrest was this low.   The Village of Pinecrest is a highly desirable neighborhood with may parks, great schools, a community center and library.

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Buying Investment Real Estate Pinecrest

Unbelievable Land Value in Pinecrest, FL – 7935 SW 134 Street- Builder's Acre Under $550,000

This beautiful builder’s acre is located on a quiet, low-traffic street in South Pinecrest.  A house sits on the property, bucciero-land-resizedwaiting for you to continue the updates or tear it down and build new.  Take advantage of the current market; it has been a while since land value in Pinecrest was this low.   The Village of Pinecrest is a highly desirable neighborhood with may parks, great schools, a community center and library.

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Coral Gables Neighborhood News Selling

St. Patrick's Day Celebration in Coral Gables, FL

Head over to the John Martin’s Irish Pub and Restaurant for the St. Patrick’s Day Celebration, a huge block party with live bands and several food stations. The fun starts at 5 p.m. until midnight at Salzedo Street between Miracle Mile and Giralda Avenue.  REMEMBER to wear green!

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Coral Gables Neighborhood News Selling

St. Patrick’s Day Celebration in Coral Gables, FL

Head over to the John Martin’s Irish Pub and Restaurant for the St. Patrick’s Day Celebration, a huge block party with live bands and several food stations. The fun starts at 5 p.m. until midnight at Salzedo Street between Miracle Mile and Giralda Avenue.  REMEMBER to wear green!