Renting vs Buying…in Miami

Rents continue to rise gradually in Miami, which naturally forces us to reconsider the wisdom in renting.   It’s a highly-personal decision mostly, and one that should take into account a number of factors (your monthly outlay being just one of them).  The New York Times runs a rent-versus-buy calculator we like, but you have to use the Advanced Settings tab to include the total costs of owning (condo association fees, property insurance, etc).  If you’re planning... Read More

New Listing at Midtown 2

Beautiful high-ceiling 2 bedroom / 2.5 bath east-facing condo for lease at 2Midtown.  Hardwood floors and custom finishes.  $2,700 / month. Enjoy breathtaking views from any room. Huge terrace faces Miami Beach, the Ocean, Biscayne Bay, Downtown, Brickell, and the Design District.  Spectacular day and night views. Fabulous apartment with unobstructed city views, spacious, European kitchen w/ stainless steel appliances, washer and dryer in the unit, large walk-in sliding... Read More

Name This Pool – 8/28/2012

Friend Us On Facebook Flamingo South Beach $2,000/month: Enjoy South Beach lifestyle in this furnished 1Bed/1Bath furnished near Lincoln Road! Private patio, cable and internet are included. To see this rental, call 305-305-APTS. NAME THIS POOL This week’s contest may depend on how many pool parties you’ve been or… well, we don’t want to explore the other possibilities. But no clues here – if you can’t figure this one out,... Read More

One of the Best Views in Miami

Paramount Penthouse - North View                     The Penthouse space at the newly-opened Paramount on the Bay in Midtown Miami is fairly unique – due to the stair-stepped roofline of the building.  When you get to the 47th floor, you step into a jewelbox - you have no neighbors, 12′ ceilings, terraces on all sides, and the 360 degree views are – well….pretty spectacular. Paramount Penthouse - South... Read More

Brickell CitiCentre construction underway

Brickell CitiCenter rendering A few notes from Swire Property’s July 2012 presentation to the Miami Beacon Council: Ground Breaking for CitiCentre occurred June 27, 2012.  Construction is expected to be a 3-year project, with completion scheduled for 2nd half of 2015 Brickell CitiCentre is a $1 Billion+ mixed-use development including.. Read More  Read More