93 Palm, Al Capone's Former Palm Island Miami Beach Mansion Hits Market For $14.9 Million

 93 Palm, Al Capone's former Miami Beach estate located on the prestigious Palm Island has hit the market after undergoing recently completed restoration for $14.9 million. The sprawling estate of the legendary prohibition-era gangster was meticulously restored to much of its original splendor following an extensive restoration in 2015 by Miami-based wealth and investment management company MB America.

“The illustrious history and prime location of this residence cannot be overstated,” said list agent Nelson Gonzalez, Senior Vice President Nelson Gonzalez of EWM Realty International. “Nearly 100 years later, this home is truly a rare gem on the water.” 

According to public record, Al Capone bought the home in 1928 following a stint at Alcatraz. He reportedly went so far as to spend $200,000 (at that time) to install a gatehouse, seven-foot-high wall, search lights, a cabana and coral rock grotto. The home remained in his family until 1952 when it was sold by his wife, Mae Capone.

The colonial-style, 30,000 SF property, which was built in 1922, features 100' of waterfront on Biscayne Bay. The lush secluded property, dotted with century-old trees, is anchored by a four-bedroom, three and a half-bath main villa. Some of the original features include the black-and-gold Art Deco powder room, 1920’s ceiling lights, the fireplace in the living room, and the porch. French doors, hardwood floors, columns, open archways, and multi-pane, double-hung windows complete the timeless appearance of the interiors.  

Outside, a 30' by 60' pool sits adjacent to a stately two-story cabana, which comprises a water-facing terrace and a half-bath on the first level, and one bedroom and a full bath with a glittering tile mosaic on the second. The original gatehouse, located at the front of the property, has furthermore been converted into a two-bedroom, one-bath guesthouse.
 
“This is one of the most significant estates in South Florida, now on the market for the first time since its restoration,” said Gonzalez.  “The attention to detail by MB America has preserved the home’s unique 1920’s attributes, yet its slew of modern conveniences and top-of-the-line amenities make it a lucrative draw for well-heeled buyers.”

Terra's David Martin Lists His Custom, Catalina Echevarria-Designed Grove at Grand Bay Penthouse For $25 Million

David Martin, President and founder of Terra, the developers behind the Bjarke Ingels-designed Grove at Grand Bay, has listed his personal penthouse atop the twisting towers for $25 million. The penthouse is completely custom redesigned by Catalina Echevarria of CEU Studio and has been listed with Eloy Carmenate + Mick Duchon of Douglas Elliman.

The unit was previously listed for $28 million with Philip Freedman of Cervera Real Estate who oversaw pre-construction sales at Grove at Grand Bay before the project was completed. It is currently the most expensive condo on the market in Coconut Grove. 

Martin hand chose Echevarria to lead the redesign based on her background of fully embodying Coconut Grove’s historic yet, clean and sophisticated character. Echevarria was the designer behind Casa Bahia, her private home in Coconut Grove asking $43 million which she co-designed with her son, filmmaker Alejandro Landes. Echevarria was recognized for the property’s design for using natural materials to create style and a spiritual way of living.

The penthouse spans an expansive living area approximately 128' wide and encompasses an entire floor all within the architecturally significant, twisting building designed by Bjarke Ingles. The penthouse offers 5 bedrooms + staff quarters with  5.5 bathrooms complete with 2 private elevators all spread over 10,118 SF. The residence includes a chef's kitchen, maids room, cinema room, indoor/outdoor bath-spa, sports bar, a walk-in 3,000 bottle wine room with bay views, and an extravagant master suite with stunning marble walled master bathroom complete with rain-showers and a soak-in tub all with panoramic views of Biscayne Bay. Outside offers a massive private rooftop deck featuring a moonlight cinema, private pool, and summer kitchen along with semi-wrap around balconies. Finishes include stone & Equip Macael flooring as well as Maffi FIR Wide Plank flooring, hand painted matte venetian plaster walls, custom mirrors, Idea Group vanities, and marble bathrooms. The penthouse is set for completion by winter 2018.

Tour The Stunning Palm Beach Estate Which Was Used In Jenny Tolman's New Music Video "Something To Complain About"

There is a new major listing on the prestigious North Ocean Boulevard which was just featured in the music video from country music-star Jenny Tolman’s release of her new song “Something to Complain About” from her album “Jennyville” which aired on CMT March 13. The music video was shot inside the Palm Beach estate complete with all the modern amenities essential for luxury resort style, beachfront living.

The beachfront mansion offers 5 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms and 3 half-baths, all spread over 13,542 SF. The home was designed by Mark Timothy Inc, Affiniti Architects and Marc-Michaels Interior Design. Vanishing pocket sliders throughout blend the interior and exterior living spaces amidst the views of the resort-style pool, five-star grounds and endless ocean vistas. Finishes include white oak wood and limestone tile flooring; wood-paneled elevator, designer wall-coverings; impact glass windows and doors; generator; two separate garages with storage; security system; smart house technology; designer plumbing fixtures and more.

The estate was designed for entertaining complete with a formal living room and club room with a built-in wet bar and wine cellar at one end and two walls of sliders that open to the covered loggia and seaside grounds on the east end of the room. The home also offers chef's kitchen with top-of-the-line appliances, formal dining room, and master-suite wing complete with formal master-bath, massive dressing room and closets capped off with a seaside terrace complete with panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean and lush grounds. 

Outside, the gated estates lush grounds offer meticulously manicured abundant green spaces, and ample room for lounging seaside amidst the endless views and can be accessed from the first floor main living areas via sliders that invite the outdoors in. Enjoy endless hours of relaxing and entertaining around the resort-style heated pool with spa complete with seaside terrace, summer kitchen and cabana bath.

Check out the CMT music video: http://www.cmt.com/video-clips/jja0wt/something-to-complain-about

6161 North Ocean Boulevard, Ocean Ridge is currently listed for $24.95 million with Nick Malinosky & Randy Ely with Douglas Elliman.

Tour 5 Star Island, The Legendary Former Estate of South Beach Icon, Developer & Playboy Thomas Kramer, Now Listed For $40 Million

The infamous 5 Star Island sits on the globally recognized Star Island, one of the most prestigious private islands in Miami Beach with residents like Stuart Miller, Phillip and Patricia Frost, and Gloria and Emilio Estefan. The storied property, which is one of the largest real estate sites on Miami Beach, just listed for $40 million. Known as 5 Star, the eccentric estate is an elaborate party mansion that spans 17,000 SF of living area complete with 13 bedrooms, 12 full bathrooms over the entire 2 acre gated property which offers spectacular views of Biscayne Bay, PortMiami and Downtown Miami. 

The main house is a 3 bedroom 4 bathroom party manse filled with exotic and eccentric design throughout. The home was custom tailored complete with stripper poles on the dining room table, a 10,000 bottle wine cellar, movie theater, Crestron system, spa, gym, a lavish master-suite complete with a stone-lined master-bath, a balcony with an outdoor tub overlooking Biscayne Bay, a 14 car garage, and is rumored to have even have a missile silo built in. 

Outside features a large driveway and motor-court in the front while out back offers views of the Miami Skyline, a party ready pool, outdoor lounges with summer kitchen, and 200' of waterfront docking for a yacht. The property also features multiple guest houses and separate private office space.

4 and 5 Star Island is now listed for $40 million with Brett Harris of Douglas Elliman. The Lots can also be sold separately. In recent years 5 Star Island has been used for a number of business ventures including events and for rent offered by Douglas Elliman.

In August 2017 PROFILEmiami reported that Verena von Mitschke-Collande and Claudia Miller-Otto had won 4 and 5 Star Island from Thomas Kramer via court-ordered auction. Kramer played an integral role in the redevelopment of South Beach including Portofino Tower before he lost a $90 million settlement in Swiss Courts in 2003 in a legal battle that has continued to play out for decades. 

Photos via Douglas Elliman

World Cup Soccer Star Miguel Angel Borja Hernandez Purchases Condo In Missoni Baia

Soccer phenomenon Miguel Borja, who was named South America's "Football of the Year" in 2016, has purchased a north facing, luxury waterfront condominium at Missoni Baia. The 57-story high-rise, developed by OKO Group and headed by international real estate magnate, Vladislav Doronin, is the first-ever branded residences from the legendary Italian fashion and design house, Missoni, revered by Brazilians and the world’s most stylish.
 
Borja who plays forward for the Brazilian club Sociedade Esportiva Palmeiras is the fourth highest paid soccer player in Brazil. As a native of Colombia, has enjoyed an illustrious career competing in the 2016 Summer Olympics in Brazil for the Colombian national team, placing seventh in the games before being eliminated in the quarter finals. Borja was crowned South America’s “Footballer of the Year” in 2016, a prestigious title shared by a storied list of iconic players such as Pelé, Neymar and Ronaldinho. In June he will play for the Colombian national team at the upcoming FIFA World Cup in Russia.
 
“What attracted me to Missoni Baia is the fact that I don’t have to leave my home if I want to enjoy a fun day with my kids at the swimming pool, or work out at the gym or unwind in the spa,” said Borja. “The Edgewater neighborhood not only enjoys a central location and beautiful views of the Miami skyline, but also provides the safety and privacy I seek for my young family.”
 
Missoni Baia will rise 649' and feature 249 condo residences situated along 200' of frontage on Biscayne Bay. Prices start in the $500,000's for a 1 bedroom residence. Units range from 1 to 5 bedrooms, and 776 SF to 3,788 SF along with three duplex townhomes. Missoni Baia was designed by Hani Rashid of Asymptote Architecture, who are pioneers in the convergence of art and technology in architectural design. Missoni Baia will feature minimalist modern design and architecture to maximize natural light with exterior sculptural, structural columns wrapped in aluminum framing the building. The interior design of the building incorporates Missoni’s trademark colorful design palette and Missoni Home furniture collection in inventive ways, including in all public spaces and amenities. Amenities were designed in collaboration with Missoni and offer the comforts of a luxurious resort in a private residential setting. Features include a flow-through deck designed for all-day sunbathing with well-appointed cabanas, 5 swimming pools including an Olympic-sized lap pool, hot and cold plunge pools, a children’s pool, and an infinity-edge pool on the Bayfront Terrace, elevated tennis court and an expansive fitness center and spa overlooking the bay.

Check out PROFILEmiami's overview of Missoni Baia complete with renderings

Check out PROFILEmiami's coverage of the October 2017 groundbreaking of Missoni Baia 

Check out PROFILEmiami's coverage of Phase 1 of construction at Missoni Baia

The Former Miami Beach Estate Of Baseball Hall of Fame Superstar Iván “Pudge” Rodríguez Is Back On The Market For $22.5 Million

Baseball Hall of Famer and 13-time Golden Glove award winner, Iván “Pudge” Rodríguez’s onetime Miami Beach estate is back on the market for $22.5 million. The current owners purchased the property last year for $19 million from Robert “Bob” Nichols, the co-founder of AeroTurbine and current COO of AerSale. Nichols purchased the home for $8.05 million in 2006 from Rodríguez and did a complete renovation of the property. The current owners have the property listed for rent and will now list it for sale due to spending most of their time overseas. 

Located at 6385 Pine Tree Dr. Circle, the Mediterranean estate is located on the prestigious and private Pine Tree Drive Circle. The home features 9 bedrooms, 11 full bathrooms and 2 powder rooms spread over 10,459 SF, along with a gym, wine cellar, library, state room, and a2 bedroom guest suite. and a private dock. Outside offers 175' of direct waterfront overlooking the scenic Indian Creek with a private dock, 22,000 gallon swimming pool, spa, koi pond, and sculptured gardens all situated on rare 1.1 acre lot. The estate was originally built in 1937 and has been meticulously remodeled and expanded, upgraded with state-of-the-art technology. 6385 Pine Tree Dr. Circle is currently listed for $22.5 million with Howard Marcus of Douglas Elliman.

CLOSED: Drake's Former "Condo Up On Biscayne" Sold By Current Owner NBA Superstar Mario Chalmers For $2.3 Million

Superstar Drake’s onetime "condo up on Biscayne," famously referenced in his song "The Motto," just sold yesterday for $2.3 million in a deal represented on both sides by Douglas Elliman. Drake sold the unit, which is located in the luxurious Marquis Residences, to NBA superstar and Memphis Grizzlies point guard Mario Chalmers for $2.5 million in 2012 when Chalmers was on the Miami Heat. The unit was also featured in the Canadian rapper's hit song "I'm on One" music video. The 2-story, 5,475 SF residence is spread over 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms offering triple exposure complete with floor-to-ceiling glass windows and sliders. Exceptional interior features include marble and wood floors throughout, private foyer, soaring 20' ceilings, den/game room, full service wet bar, an open kitchen equipped with appliances by Viking and Sub-Zero, along with a large terrace ideal for indoor/outdoor entertaining offering unmatched unobstructed views of the Miami Skyline and the American Airlines arena. The buyer was local and represented by John Sandberg with the Sandberg Nortmann Group at Douglas Elliman. 1100 Biscayne Blvd. #4905/06 was listed for $2.66 million with Douglas Elliman. 

Italian Developer Valerio Morabito & Victorias Secret Supermodel Vita Sidorkina List Sunset Islands Spec Home For $26 Million

Italian Developer, Valerio Morabito who has set record highs in New York City with previous projects, along with his wife Victorias Secret supermodel Vita Sidorkina, have just listed their Sunset Island 2, Miami Beach spec home for $26 million. The waterfront home, known as "The Canal House," is currently under construction and is expected to be completed this summer (2018). "The Canal House" was designed by Michele Bonan and Max Strang featuring a first floor elevation of 13' above sea level, a 6 car garage, teakwood, glass and stone throughout the entire property. “The Canal House” is setting the bar for the industry norm to an elevated standard. Interiors were designed by Michele Bonan and the estate also features landscape architecture by Raymond Jungles. The home features 6 bedroom, 6 full bathrooms, and 3 powder rooms spread over 10,000 SF of living area. The estate also offers a gym, elevator with rooftop access, wine cave, 2 media rooms, 2 guest suites, outdoor kitchen, 90' pool with Biasazza tile surfaces, 150’ of waterfrontage. Guests are greeted reflective ponds and the first level features stone flooring while the house is wrapped in teak. 1510 W. 25th St., Miami Beach is currently listed for $26,000,000 with Mick Duchon and Eloy Carmenate of Douglas Elliman.

Former Real House Wives of Miami Star Lists Four Seasons Residences Brickell Pad For $1.9 Million

Newly divorced Real Housewives of Miami alum Joanna Krupa has listed her condo in the Four Seasons Residences in Brickell for $1.9 Million. Marketed as a "business bachelor pad," the unit is spread over 2 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, offering 2,139 SF of living area. The corner residence features a gourmet European eat-in kitchen, a chic powder-room and a luxurious master-suite with six piece master bath. The model and former reality star's residence has a Manhattan feel with designer finishes including marble flooring, custom millwork, a fully automated technology package with BOSE sound system, LED mood lighting, and electronic window treatments, a state of the art water purification system, and amazing sunset and bay views from the floor-to-ceiling windows. Four Seasons amenities at your doorstep - room service, concierge, Equinox club membership, & worldwide privileges at other Four Seasons properties. 1425 Brickell Ave #42C is currently listed for $1.9 million with Dina Goldentayer of Douglas Elliman’s Sports & Entertainment Division.

Super Bowl Champion Jonathan Vilma Sells Tahiti Beach Island Estate For $14.375 Million

Super Bowl champion linebacker Jonathan Vilma has sold his Tahiti Beach Island Road estate for a cool $14,375,000. Located at 17 Tahiti Beach Island Road and built in 2017, the contemporary waterfront home features 5 bedrooms and 5.5 bathrooms spread over 8,000 SF in one of Miami's most exclusive gated communities which features only 29 residences. The estate features top of the line workmanship and finishes including 12' ceilings with floor-to-ceiling glass, elevator, light wood kitchen cabinetry, office with leather tile flooring, theatre room, and 3 car garage. Outside features 161' of waterfront with a private dock, as well as an Asian inspired partially covered pool & waterfall leading to breezeway with unobstructed views of Biscayne Bay & Downtown Miami's skyline. Chad Carroll of Douglas Elliman represented Vilma while the buyer, who is local, was represented by Christopher Tien of 305 Realty. Vilma, who is currently a college football commentator and studio analyst for ESPN, played college football at University of Miami before being drafted in 2004 by the New York Jets and going on to win the Super Bowl with the New Orleans Saints.