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Real Estate News Oceanfront Luxury: Ritz-Carlton Sunny Isles Penthouse Video Tour
Living at the Ritz-Carlton Residences, a global collection of branded condo homes known for their unparalleled service and elegance, offers you the epitome of a luxury-driven lifestyle. And even more so at their prestigious Sunny Isles Beach location, where pristine water views offer serenity in almost every direction. In our latest video, Stephanie Bienstock, our Luxury Real Estate Specialist, takes us on a tour of one of her client’s turnkey penthouses. Come take a look! Perched on the 48th floor, this exquisite beachfront penthouse residence is an exclusive sanctuary of comfort. Upon arrival, a private elevator whisks you directly into your foyer, an entrance that sets the tone for the rest of the home. Spanning an impressive 2,200 square feet, every inch of this Ritz-Carlton Residences Sunny Isles penthouse has been crafted for an unrivaled living experience, tastefully decorated with a sophisticated color palette and high-end furniture. Once inside, the open floor plan...
Opinions and Advice Condo Painting Dos and Don’ts
Painting your home can be a daunting prospect, from the color selection to cleaning up the mess. After all, it is a complex procedure — who knew there were 52 shades of white?!—, and whatever color you do end up choosing will dictate the mood and feel of your entire condo or home, so no pressure! However, when done right, a good paint job is a relatively easy way to renovate your condo and give it a well-needed facelift before selling it, renting it out, or enjoying living there. So, grab your paint color samples, and let’s discuss some condo painting ideas to get your property in tip-top shape. — What Color Should You Paint Each Room? At the end of the day, you should paint your house in whatever color floats your boat! You have to live there, after all. That being said, there are definitely good and bad paint colors, depending on your needs and purpose. The colors and combinations you choose will ultimately have an impact on the look, and more importantly, the feel of your...
Real Estate News New Mercedes-Benz Places Comes to Brickell, Miami
What do Porsche, Aston Martin, Bentley, and now Mercedes-Benz have in common? They all have luxury condo projects in Miami! And that means you can also call this newly announced Mercedes-Benz Places home. Announcing its first branded residential project in the U.S., Mercedes-Benz will now have a “towering” presence in Miami. After the successful debut of the Porsche Design Tower, near-complete Aston Martin Residences, and under-construction Bentley Residences, one of the world's oldest carmakers is gearing up to elevate condo living in Brickell with Mercedes-Benz Places. Developed by JDS Development Group, the company behind Echo Brickell, Monad Terrace, and 888 Brickell by Dolce and Gabbana, Mercedes-Benz Places will offer 791 luxurious residences set in a 67-story high-rise. Located at 191 S.W. 12th St., the mixed-use tower will also deliver 200,000 square feet of office/health and fitness facilities plus a 174-key Treehouse Hotel. Adding to the future-ready appeal of the...
Real Estate News January 2024: Miami New Development and Pre-Construction Condo Update
Starting the year with great news, both Smart Brickell II and Turnberry’s ONE Park Tower broke ground in January. Also, the Penthouse 1 at the recently launched Indian Creek Residences set a new price record in Bay Harbor Islands; the St. Regis Residences in Brickell unveiled its $45 million duplex penthouse with breathtaking views of Biscayne Bay; 93 Ocean changed hands from a Vivian Dimond-led entity to Multiplan REAM, and MG Developer plans to deliver 13 ultra-luxury townhomes in Coral Gables with The George. More on these and other exciting updates in our monthly Miami pre-construction condo market roundup for January 2024. Broke Ground ONE Park Tower by Turnberry at SoLé Mia – North Miami Smart Brickell Tower II – Brickell Planned/Proposed 93 Ocean – Surfside 27-story Condo-hotel – Edgewater White House Inn Redevelopment (previously Icon Residences) – North Miami Mixed-use Twin-towers by Lynd – Downtown Miami The George – Coral Gables Calle 8 –...
Preconstruction Comprehensive Guide to Buying a Pre-construction Property or Condo in Miami
So, you are thinking about buying a condo in Miami, either as an investment, a place to call home, or a pied-a-terre for you and your family to visit whenever you wish. Regardless of the reason, buying a Miami condo should be a pleasurable experience that you can enjoy both financially and for your lifestyle. If you are going to buy a pre-construction condo in Miami, here at CondoBlackbook, we want to make sure you understand the process and have a successful transaction. Seriously. Our anything-you-ever-wanted-to-know-about buying a preconstruction condo guide will give you all the knowledge you need about what buying pre-construction means, how it’s different from buying an already built property, and more, so you end up in a great condo that’s right for you in every way. Here’s what you can expect: Why You Need to Read This Miami Pre-Construction Condo Guide What is a Pre-Construction or New Construction Condo? Why Buy Pre-Construction? Phases of the Pre-Construction...
Real Estate News The Best Miami Neighborhood: Coconut Grove vs Coral Gables?
If you're looking for a new home in Miami or South Florida, whether to buy or rent, you've probably heard about two of Miami's most iconic neighborhoods — Coconut Grove and Coral Gables. While these are two highly desirable neighborhoods, and they share some similarities, they each have their distinct flavor. For starters, Coconut Grove is a waterfront neighborhood in the City of Miami, set on Biscayne Bay, while Coral Gables is an altogether separate municipality with its own government. Read our Miami Neighborhood Comparison to get a better idea of how these two areas compare so you can know which neighborhood is best for you! Miami Neighborhood Comparisons - Coconut Grove Coral Gables This article was first published on September 13, 2021. It was last updated on February 20, 2024 — Lifestyle: Coconut Grove, Miami vs Coral Gables Miami's Coconut Grove is a high-end but low-key neighborhood, established in 1825, and enjoys a rich history and distinct Caribbean flavor on...