Waterfront luxury living on Miami Beach's famous Palm Island. 85 Palm Avenue is a 9,708 SF 8 bedroom, 8 bathroom and 2 powder room tropical exotic estate that flows between 3 structures. The home is finished with luxurious wood and stone imported from Asia along with an imported grand staircase, an open layout with gourmet kitchen and waterfall countertop and a luxurious master suite. The home features tons of outdoor entertainment space complete with a clad marble pool, summer kitchen and over 100' of water frontage. Currently listed for $13,900,000. Listing and photos by Julian Johnston of Calibre International Realty.
Casa Clara Sells For $22 Million, Sets Record For Most Expensive Sale on Venetian Islands
Casa Clara has set a new record for the most expensive sale on Venetian Islands, notching $22 million and sold to WhatsApp investor Jim Goetz. The previous record was $14 million in 2013. Located at 212 W Dilido Drive on Di Lido Island, Casa Clara is a contemporary design by Ralph Choeff, of Choeff Levy Fischman with interiors by Charlotte Dunagan Design Group. The home features 7 bedrooms, 9 bathrooms and 2 powder rooms in addition to 2 full kitchens, two-story fireplace, glass-enclosed wine cellar, theater, 4-car garage and a private guest wing. The design features floor-to-ceiling glass pocket doors that blend the indoor-outdoor space into a "tropical modern environment" and highlight the amazing views of Biscayne Bay and Downtown Miami. The lot has 120 feet of water frontage with resort-style amenities including an infinity edge swimming pool and outdoor cabana. Photos via Paul Stoppi.
Featured Listing: Modern Beachfront Pad in Continuum on South Beach
When it comes to South Beach living there are few better places to live than Continuum. Unit #1006 brings true South Beach feel with 3 Bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and 1 half-bath spread over 2,508 SF with 716 SF of outdoor space. Open floor plan with floor-to-ceiling glass windows provide breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean throughout. Upgraded kitchen includes Miele appliances and marble finishes. Continuum amenities include beachfront pool compound, tennis club, beach club, concierge and 24/7 high security. 100 S Pointe Drive Unit #1006 is currently listed for $7,900,000. Listing and photos by Roland Ortiz of Worldwide Properties.
Featured Listing: Sunset Island's Todd Michael Glaser, 2305 Lake Ave.
The modern waterfront by Todd Michael Glaser and Ralph Choeff at 2305 Lake Ave. on the Sunset Islands neighborhood of Miami Beach has hit the market for $19,500,000. This estate features 8 bedrooms, 9 bathrooms, and 3 half-baths over 10,090 SF. The modern main house has an open floor plan complete with gourmet kitchen, hanging sculpture with the staircase, a 3rd floor private deck with pool, ground level reflection pools, views throughout, gym, custom garage and a 2 bedroom attached guest cottage. The house also features an outdoor entertainment area with summer kitchen, main pool and the lot has 150' of direct waterfrontage with a private dock and views of South Beach. Photos and listing by Michael Martinez of One Sotheby's International Realty.
Featured Listing: Continuum 3303
Unit 3303 in Continuum's South Tower, located at 40 S. Pointe Drive, has hit the market for the first time since 2007. The unit features 3 bedrooms layed out over 3,335 SF with a private elevator, spacious master suite with private balcony and marble master bath, wraparound balcony, Santa Pietra limestone, travertine marble floors, open-style gourmet kitchen with high-end appliances, home office, Control4 smart-home technology and amazing views of Downtown Miami, Key Biscayne, the Atlantic Ocean, Government Cut and Biscayne Bay. Continuum on South Beach is a full-service building that features resort style amenities and walking distance to the South-of-Fifth shops and restaurants including Prime 112, Prime Fish, Prime Italian, Il Mulino, Fogo De Chau, Milo's, Bakehouse Brasserie, etc. The unit is currently listed for $10,588,888 million with The Jills of Coldwell Banker Real Estate.
Featured Listing: Apogee Unit 801 Listed for $8.99 Million
Unit 801 at Apogee is back on the market at $8.99 million, down from the $13 million the owners were originally asking in 2015. The unit is 4,154 SF covering 3 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, 1 half-bath with stunning views of Biscayne Bay, The Atlantic Ocean and Fisher Island throughout. The unit also features an 11-foot wraparound balcony with outdoor kitchen and over 2,200 SF of outdoor space. Currently listed for $8.99 million with Irving Padron and Luis Gonell of Engel & Voelkers Real Estate.
Featured Listing: 125 Ocean Drive #U-0301
Ocean House has a new listing that is sure to make you drool. Located at 125 Ocean Drive, Unit #U-0301 features 4 bedrooms, 4 full bathrooms and 1 half-bath over 4,344 SF. The unit also features custom Artefacto design, private elevator entry, chef's kitchen with Wolf, SubZero and Miele appliances, 2 parking spaces, wine bar and a luxurious master suite with Poliform custom closets and finely finished bathrooms. Ocean House is a high-end, boutique condo building with only 28 units, white glove concierge service, oceanfront pool and beach with full service staff, gym, spa, salon, snooker, wine room with humidor and library. Walking distance to the famous South-of-Fifth neighborhood including Prime 112, Prime Fish, Prime Italian, Joe's Stone Crab, Il Mulino, etc. Currently listed with Dora Puig of Luxe Living Realty for $12.5 Million.
CASA Boutique Hotel Opens on Washington Avenue, Miami Beach
The CASA Boutique Hotel recently opened at Miami Beach's 1334 Washington Avenue under the direction of developers Blue Road, led by Jorge Savloff and Marcelo Tenenbaum. Casa Boutique Hotel will feature 32 upgraded rooms at the site that housed the original, historic, Waldorf Building which was built in 1925. Blue Road kept the original exterior, Spanish style of the building while completely renovating the interior. Il Baretto, a new Italian restaurant which will offer tapas, fire-oven pizza and homemade pasta, is slated to open in March. Blue Road aims to offer affordable luxury to Miami Beach tourists that blends history and charm with modern luxury and technology.
Roca Hotel Coming to the Corner of 5th Street & Michigan Avenue Miami Beach
South Beach continues to undergo a major shake-up as a new hotel is now under construction at the corner of 5th Street and Michigan Avenue in South Beach. The project will be designed by Kobi Karp and the hotel will be 27,000 SF on the 14,000 SF property. Signs on the property refer visitors to the Roca Hotel website, which is registered by RG Group. Renderings have the building as the Michigan Hotel. There has been some rumblings as of late that 5th Street may undergo a name change to Miami Beach Boulevard, though that still remains to be seen.
Rental Round-Up: January South Beach 1 Bedrooms
There can be so much confusion when it comes to renting units its. You never know if you are getting the best value for your money. Renting in Miami can go a long way with a little looking around. Here are some of South Beach's nicest rentals in all different price ranges.
1. Under $2,000 /mo.: The Fontana #113 | $2,000 /mo.
Live in one of South Beach's famous, historic, award winning condo conversion,The Fontana, which won the MIMO Award for Preservation. Trendy fully-furnished 1 Bed and 1 Bath corner unit features Brazilian teak floors, designer stainless steel kitchen, gas stove with grill and luxury bath. Walking distance to Lincoln Road & Beaches. Available for $2,000 per month, listed with Josh Stein of of Gary Hennes REALTORS. ML#A10187066
2. Under $3,000 /mo.: Mondrian South Beach #521 | $2,900 /mo.
This 1-bedroom residence in the famous Mondrian South Beach comes fully furnished and offers great value for the money in one of the hottest hotels in South Beach. It features a waterfall shower, updated furniture and access to the Mondrian South Beach amenities including pool and gym. Walking distance to Whole Foods and Starbucks. Available for $2,900 per month, listed with Demetri Demascus of Spectrum Realty Group. ML#A10118476
3. Under $5,000 /mo.: Icon South Beach 2708 | $4,100 /mo.
South-of-fifth living with amazing views of Miami Beach and Biscayne Bay at ICON South Beach. Fully-furnished 1 Bed and 1.5 Bath with marble floors, luxurious bathroom, modern kitchen with top of the line appliances. Located next to Miami Beach Marina and walking distance to Prime 112, Joe's Stone Crab, Milo's, Pura Vida, etc. 5-star amenities include state-of the-art fitness center, 2 swimming pools, library, billiards room and more. Includes cable/internet. Available for $4,100 per month listed with Mark Batievsky of Brown Harris Stevens. ML#A10177169
4. Over $5,000 /mo.: W South Beach Unit #1714 | $14,500 /mo.
A beautiful 1-bedroom + Den option in W South Beach comes with all the stylish furnishings, 5-star amenities and prime location the modern Jetsetter needs. Match that with a massive balcony, marble bathroom, luxurious kitchen and views of both Miami Beach and Downtown Miami for fine luxury-living at Mondrian South Beach. Available for $14,500 per month listed with Kristine Hall of Luxury Rentals Miami Beach. ML#A10123600
