Golden Beach, Hallandale, Hollywood Blog, Aventura, Golden Isles» Press Release / News http://blog.buysouthflorida.com Just another Myswiftblog Blogs weblog Fri, 10 Feb 2012 21:55:41 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 Aventura Florida Neighborhood Spotlight on Presidential Estates http://blog.buysouthflorida.com/10/aventura-florida-neighborhood-spotlight-on-presidential-estates/ http://blog.buysouthflorida.com/10/aventura-florida-neighborhood-spotlight-on-presidential-estates/#comments Fri, 10 Feb 2012 21:55:41 +0000 Scott Patterson http://blog.buysouthflorida.com/?p=2800 Today I will continue my occasional series of impressive South Florida neighborhoods by telling you about the Presidential Estates community.

This high-end community features 176 incredible homes developed by Coscan Homes and the Signature Collection by Brookman-Fels.

These homes, which range from 2,600 to 6,500 square feet, were built between 1998 and 2002.

Homes in Presidential Estates feature between three to seven bedrooms and one to three-car garages. And many of them include private swimming pools!

Residences at Presidential Estates range from $1,000,000 to $3,500,000.

Continue reading to learn more about what this magnificent South Florida neighborhood has to offer to Aventura area home buyers like you!

Live in the Lap of Luxury at Presidential Estates in South Florida

No luxury feature was spared when developers built Presidential Estates in South Florida, as evident by the expansive list of amenities offered to residents:

  • Community parks and playgrounds
  • Four tennis courts
  • A tennis club
  • A community swimming pool
  • Pro Shop and Clubhouse

The community also features a 24-hour manned gatehouse for added privacy.

What’s more, Presidential Estates is an ideal place to call home for families with school-age children.

That’s because this elite Aventura neighborhood is zoned for such high-performing public schools as Benjamin Franklin Elementary and North Miami Senior High.

Buy an Aventura Home for Sale at Presidential Estates Today!

To learn more about what makes Presidential Estates such an amazing place to live – or to inquire about available listings on the Aventura real estate market – contact me, Scott Patterson.

As your South Florida real estate expert, I’ll be happy to answer any questions you may have as well as provide you with such helpful relocation resources as:

Until next time,

Scott

]]> http://blog.buysouthflorida.com/10/aventura-florida-neighborhood-spotlight-on-presidential-estates/feed/ 0 Positive Signs for South Florida Real Estate Market in 2012 http://blog.buysouthflorida.com/07/positive-signs-for-south-florida-real-estate-market-in-2012/ http://blog.buysouthflorida.com/07/positive-signs-for-south-florida-real-estate-market-in-2012/#comments Tue, 07 Feb 2012 17:46:25 +0000 Scott Patterson http://blog.buysouthflorida.com/?p=2810 The year 2012 may turn out to be a better year for the South Florida real estate market than previously expected, according to panelists at a Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce meeting.

During the panel discussion on real estate and new construction, experts predicted that the South Florida housing market had finally bottomed out.

Ron Shuffield, president of our company Esslinger Wooten Maxwell Realtors, attended the meeting and participated in the discussion.

Continue reading to learn  about his predictions for 2012 and what it means for interested South Florida home sellers.

South Florida Homes for Sale

According to housing experts, low interest rates as well as depressed sales prices on the South Florida real estate have attracted a new influx of home buyers.

Given the increasing demand for homes, Ron Shuffield said that the only thing that may slow down home sales in 2012 would be a shrinking home inventory.

For instance, typically there should be a seven to nine month home inventory. But right now, there’s a six to seven month housing inventory.

Panelists credited that shrunken inventory to heavy discounting, especially for South Florida condominiums.

Here are some of the predictions that these real estate experts made for the New Year:

  • The last of the 4,700 condominium units remaining from the 49,000 built in the region in the last several years will be sold in 2012
  • Many of those 4,700 condominium units will likely be converted into rental properties.
  • Several of the proposed condominium projects in Miami-Dade County will reach fruition in 2012, adding about 4,200 units to the market.
  • European and Latin American investors will continue to fuel much of the activity on the South Florida real estate market
  • A possible increase in mortgage interest rates as well as land prices, however, may slow down the economy once more.
  • What’s more, new condos priced too high could also stall real estate activity.

South Florida Properties

The outlook on the South Florida real estate market definitely seems to be improving each year, suggesting that the market is starting to swing back toward a neutral market rather than a buyer’s market.

This should be welcome news for South Florida home sellers trying to get a good deal on their home.

From my expert advice to my many home selling resources, I’ll make navigating the South Florida real estate market a breeze for you.

Until next time,

Scott

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Continue reading to learn more about how the South Florida real estate market fared at the end of 2011 – and what local real estate experts are predicting for 2012.

Florida Homes for Sale in the Aventura, Hallandale and Golden Beach Areas

Here’s an overview of some of the trends that South Florida REALTORS saw on the local housing market in 2011:

  • International home buyers spent about $3.5 billion in cash on distressed South Florida real estate
  • Although home sales increased and the total housing inventory decreased in South Florida, home prices remained relatively stagnant.
  • The South Florida rental market saw growth as former home owners became renters.
  • The home inventory in South Florida dropped to 28,000, or by about 40 percent.
  • Meanwhile, the shadow inventory of foreclosed homes that are not listed for sale yet increased to more than 200,000.
  • South Florida existing home sales increased at a slower rate than earlier in the year, although median home prices began to increase.
  • In Miami-Dade County, there were 1,064 condo sales in November, up 2 percent from November 2010.
  • Meanwhile, single family home sales increased by 11 percent year-over-year, to 755.
  • In Broward County, there were 1,089 condo sales in November, down 1 percent from November 2010.
  • Meanwhile, single-family home sales increased by 22 percent year-over-year, to 961.

Analysts are cautiously optimistic about what 2012 will bring for the South Florida real estate market.

While some believe that there isn’t likely to be any real market rebounds until 2013, others believe housing market activity will improve considerably in 2012.

Here are three predictions that the Miami Association of Realtors made for the new year:

  • Home prices will remain low. Experts believe that the high number of distressed properties on the market will keep home values depressed. As an illustration, more than half of all South Florida home sales in November involved a foreclosure or short sale. In a normal market, those types of properties would have made up less than 5 percent of sales.
  • There will be an increase in foreclosed properties on the South Florida real estate market. In 2011, there was a slowdown in foreclosed properties entering the market as banks dealt with a backlog of court repossession paperwork. But experts predict that slowdown will end in 2012, possibly dragging down home values further.
  • More people invest in the rental market, fueling South Florida home sales. While it may seem counter intuitive, an increasing number of South Florida investors are buying homes to turn them into rental properties because of the high demand for rental properties in the area. This in turn is helping create activity on the local real estate market.

Your South Florida Real Estate Expert

While we may not be out of the woods yet, there are plenty of signs to suggest that the sluggish South Florida real estate market is beginning to improve.

The year 2012 may become a turning point on the South Florida real estate market.

For expert advice on the best way to navigate the local housing market as a home buyer or a home seller, make sure to contact me, Scott Patterson.

As your South Florida real estate expert, I have extensive experience working in such local housing markets as:

Until next time,

Scott

]]> http://blog.buysouthflorida.com/26/a-look-back-at-south-florida-real-estate-activity-in-2011/feed/ 0 Incredible New Villa Flora Listing in Williams Island in Aventura, Florida http://blog.buysouthflorida.com/16/incredible-new-villa-flora-listing-in-williams-island-in-aventura-florida/ http://blog.buysouthflorida.com/16/incredible-new-villa-flora-listing-in-williams-island-in-aventura-florida/#comments Mon, 16 Jan 2012 19:37:57 +0000 Scott Patterson http://blog.buysouthflorida.com/?p=2781 If you’re the kind of discerning South Florida home buyer who values luxury, prestige and elegance, then you’ll be thrilled to learn about the most recent new listing on the South Florida real estate market.

An 8,400 square foot home in the elite Villa Flora community of Williams Island was recently listed on the Aventura real estate market.

There are only 14 homes in this exclusive Aventura community, so it’s a rare treat when one of them becomes available for purchase.

Continue reading to learn more about this magnificent Aventura home for sale and how it can become your dream South Florida home.

Aventura Homes for Sale

The home located at 1524 Island Boulevard  is an impressive architectural feat, even by the high standards set by the gated Villa Flora community.

This Aventura home is situated on point lot, the largest lot in the community and provides incredible, unobstructed views of the bay.

Built with the highest-end materials available, this South Florida home features 6,596 square feet of living space, including 6 bedrooms and 7.5 baths.

There are also a number of recreational features provided throughout the home, including:

  • A state-of-the-art home theater
  • Social Room
  • Pub
  • Heated swimming pool
  • Wet bar with built-in grill
  • Large Terrace

The high standards and attention to detail are evident throughout the residence:

  • Custom-made kitchen with top grade appliances
  • Granite counter-tops
  • Hardwood and marble floors
  • Faux and custom wallpaper
  • Elevator
  • Library
  • Three beautifully designed fireplaces
  • 3 car garage
  • Impact windows and doors
  • And more!

Plus, as a resident of Villa Flora, you’ll have unlimited access to all of the recreational amenities right on the property, including:

  • Marina, which accommodates boats up to 120 feet
  • Spa
  • State-of-the-art fitness center
  • Tennis courts

1524 Island Boulevard #13: An Unbeatable Find on the Aventura, Florida Real Estate Market

This incredible South Florida home is currently listed for $4,500,000.

Contact me, Scott Patterson, today for more information on what this home in the Villa Flora community has to offer.

And for additional help on navigating the South Florida real estate market, make sure to check out all of my helpful home buying tools, such as:

Until next time,

Scott

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Back in May, the Genting Group bought about 14 acres of downtown Miami for $236 million.

That price is just a drop in the bucket, however, when you consider that the company is investing  $3 billion for the new development.

Continue reading to learn more about this incredible downtown Miami development – which some say is rapidly becoming one of the top five projects being built in the world.

South Florida Real Estate is About to Get a Major Facelift

The company Genting has big plans for their recently purchased downtown Miami site.  In fact, they hope the development solidify’s Miami’s reputation as one of the leading tourism locales in the world.

What’s more, this project will have a phenomenal impact locally by creating thousands of construction-related jobs as well as permanent jobs.

And recently, Genting announced that Resorts World Miami will be 3 million square feet bigger than originally announced.  That’s nearly 10 million square feet, filled with such amenities as:

  • 700,000 square feet of convention and meeting space
  • 200,000 square feet of ballroom
  • A super-luxury hotel, a contemporary hotel, a family hotel and a conventional hotel – totaling more than 5,200 rooms
  • Two residential towers with about 1,000 units
  • 250,000 square foot luxury retail center
  • More than 50 restaurants
  • Lounges, bars and nightclubs
  • Possibly even a casino!

According to one recent news article, Resorts World Miami will feature several outdoor terraces as well, including a 1,000-foot-long, 3.6 acre outdoor lagoon on one of the tower’s rooftops.

This project is so amazing, it’s hard to wrap one’s head around it.

But suffice it to say, when complete, this project will not only reshape Miami’s skyline, but the whole South Florida real estate market as well.

South Florida Real Estate Experts

It will still be some time before residents are able to move in to a unit at Resorts World Miami.  If you’d like to learn more information about this amazing development in the interim, however, contact me.

As your South Florida real estate expert, I’d be happy to answer any questions you might have as well as let you know about available listings at some of our other South Florida residential communities, including:

Until next time,

Scott

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Over the years, this luxury South Florida neighborhood has gained a reputation for its unique eclectic architecture.

Homes in Hollywood Lakes were built starting in 1924, and range from 1,000 to 10,000 square feet.  The Lakes offer’s waterfront properties around Northlake and Southlake but there are also dry lots all in close proximity to the beach and new state of the art amphitheater.

During the first several months of 2011, there has been a lot of activity surrounding Hollywood Lakes homes for sale.

Continue reading to learn more about how Hollywood Lakes homes are faring on the South Florida luxury real estate market.

2011 Sales Data for Hollywood Lakes on the Hollywood, Florida Real Estate Market

Here’s a brief overview of the kind of activity that Hollywood Lakes properties for sale have seen on the South Florida real estate market:

  • Total Sales in 2011 YTD: 36
  • Highest List Price in 2011: $1,998,000
  • Lowest List Price in 2011: 229,900
  • Highest Priced Sale in 2011: $1.9 million
  • Lowest Priced Sale in 2011: $220,000
  • Maximum Square Footage on a Home Sold in 2011: 5503
  • Minimum Square Footage on a Home Sold in 2011: 1301
  • Minimum Days on the Market: 4
  • Maximum Days on the Market: 682

Hollywood, Florida Homes for Sale

In addition, residents are within just a short driving distance of all the high-end shopping and fine dining that Hollywood, Hallandale and Aventura have to offer.

If you’d like to learn more about homes for sale in the Hollywood Lakes subdivision – or any other Hollywood neighborhood – then contact me, Scott Patterson, your South Florida luxury real estate expert, today.

I’ll also  let you know about available listings and answer any questions you might have about surrounding communities, including:

Until next time,

Scott

]]> http://blog.buysouthflorida.com/14/2011-real-estate-market-report-for-hollywood-lakes-in-hollywood-florida/feed/ 0 New South Florida Luxury Real Estate Development Coming to Aventura http://blog.buysouthflorida.com/31/new-south-florida-luxury-real-estate-development-coming-to-aventura/ http://blog.buysouthflorida.com/31/new-south-florida-luxury-real-estate-development-coming-to-aventura/#comments Wed, 31 Aug 2011 17:21:00 +0000 Scott Patterson http://blog.buysouthflorida.com/?p=2667 There’s a new South Florida luxury condominium community coming to Aventura, Florida – and this one is sure to raise the bar when it comes to luxury South Florida real estateBellini at Williams Islandwill feature 70 spacious units – all of which are waterfront.Prices for this amazing South Florida condominium community start at $425 per square foot, with just four units per floor on most levels.

Continue reading to learn more about what this brand new South Florida luxury condominium has to offer interested Aventura home buyers.

Aventura, Florida Luxury Real Estate

Bellini at Williams Island, located at 4100 Williams Island in Aventura, was developed by Martin Margulies.
This impressive 24-story condominium features units that range from 2,235 to 4,974 square feet.
There’s also two penthouses, which combine two units each. Every residence was created using only the finest of materials, including:
  • European cabinetry
  • Granite or quartz counter tops
  • Bosch dishwasher
  • Sub-zero appliances
  • Two-zone air-conditioning systems
  • And more!
Depending on which unit they choose, South Florida home buyers can expect to pay anywhere from $1.35 million to $3.6 million for these amazing condominiums.Prestige and elegance are evident throughout this beautiful Aventura property, where residents have access to such amenities as:
  • 24-hour valet garage parking
  • Concierge services
  • Private elevators
  • Fitness Center
  • Sundeck with resort-style pool and spa
  • A spacious cabana overlooking the Williams Island Marina
  • Media room
  • And more!

Investing in Aventura, Florida real estate

Bellini  will occupy the last remaining residential site at William’s Island, which in and of itself has become synonymous with upscale luxury living.This Aventura condominium is scheduled to be completed in 2011.If you’d like to be one of the lucky few who call Bellini at William’s Island in Avnetura home, then contact me, Scott Patterson.As your South Florida real estate expert, I’d be happy to answer any questions you might have as well as give you more information on Bellini.

While you’re at it, please feel free to check out some of my other helpful South Florida home buying resources, including:

Until next time,Scott

 

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Right now, you can invest in your own piece of paradise in Hollywood, Florida.  Two homes in this elite community were recently listed on the market.

Continue reading to learn more about these two Hollywood Florida homes for sale.

Hollywood, Florida Real Estate

I recently listed two luxury homes on the Hollywood, Florida real estate market.

Here’s a breakdown of what these two Harbor Islands homes have to offer interested South Florida home buyers:

1061 Harbor Court

  • Waterfront
  • Located in “The Estates” section of Harbor Islands
  • Year Built: 2001
  • Single Family
  • List Price: $1,999,000
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 5 1/2  Bathrooms
  • 5,219  Sq Ft.
  • 50ft. private boat dock with 14K lb boat lift

Learn more about this South Florida home by visiting our 1061 Harbor Court page.

1535 Windjammer Way

  • Waterfront (Direct Intracoastal)
  • Year Built: 2004
  • Single Family
  • List Price: $1,989,000
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 1/2 Bathrooms
  • 4,870 square feet
  • Private boat dock with 14K lb boatlift

Check out our community page for 1535 Windjammer Way!

Hollywood, Florida  offers its residents plenty of amenities in its own right.  But if you wanted to explore another community, you’ll find that Hollywood Florida is conveniently located within just a short driving distance to many other cities:

  • 25 minutes from Miami
  • 5 minutes from Aventura
  • 5 minutes from Golden Beach
  • 15 minutes from Fort Lauderdale

To learn more about living in Hollywood Florida – or about the two homes currently listed in Harbor Islands – contact me, Scott Patterson, your South Florida real estate expert.

While you’re at it, feel free to check out my other listings in such area South Florida communities as:

Until next time,

Scott

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Continue reading to learn more about this informative documentary as well as what Golden Beach has to offer to interested South Florida home buyers.

Investing in Golden Beach Real Estate

As part of the upcoming Golden Beach documentary, Mayor Glenn Singer and Town Manager Alexander Diaz were interviewed in a number of iconic places around town.

The documentary, will aim to showcase the South Florida lifestyle, particularly in the town of Golden Beach.

It is also expected to show historical images from Golden Beach that have rarely been seen by the public.

I will keep you posted one’s the documentary air’s.

This unqiue community, which is located on the Miami-Dade and Broward County lines, offers residents picturesque views of the Atlantic Ocean to the East and the Intracoastal Waterway to the West.

It also provides its residents with easy access to several regional attractions and amenities, including:

  • Miami International Airport and Ft. Lauderdale International, which are just 18 and 15 miles away respectively
  • Three lushly landscaped Golden Beach parks – complete with such amenities as tennis courts, a basketball court and a children’s playground.
  • All the unique dining and shopping venues of Aventura, Sunny Isles and Hollywood.
  • And more!

If you’re interested in learning more about what makes living in Golden Beach, Florida so special, then contact me, Scott Patterson.

As your South Florida real estate expert, I’ll let you know about available listings in Golden Beach as well as answer any questions you might have.

In the meantime, feel free to also check out some of my helpful Golden Beach home buying resources, which include:

Until next time,

Scott

]]> http://blog.buysouthflorida.com/12/golden-beach-documentary-to-air-soon/feed/ 0 South Florida Real Estate Summer 2011 Market Update http://blog.buysouthflorida.com/08/south-florida-real-estate-summer-2011-market-update/ http://blog.buysouthflorida.com/08/south-florida-real-estate-summer-2011-market-update/#comments Mon, 08 Aug 2011 18:19:03 +0000 Scott Patterson http://blog.buysouthflorida.com/?p=2585 The median sales price for South Florida homes has steadily increased since the start of the year , according to Ron Shuffield, president of our company, Esslinger-Wooten-Maxwell, Inc. Realtors

Here’s some of the recent news that Ron shared with us about the South Florida real estate market:

  • Between January and May of this year, the median sales price in Miami-Dade County rose from $150,000 to $180,000.
  • Between January and May of this year, the median sales price in Broward County rose from $165,000 to $190,000
  • 61 percent of our company’s sales are for either a short sale or a foreclosure.  However, that is down from 67 percent just four months ago.

Ron said he is “cautiously optimistic” about the most recent trends on the South Florida real estate market.

As the inventory of South Florida homes for sale continues to dwindle, prices are expected to increase, he said.

Learn more about the current state of the South Florida real estate market by watching the below video from our company’s president.

Navigating the South Florida Real Estate Market

If you’re interested in entering the South Florida real estate market as a home buyer or home seller, contact me, Scott Patterson, your South Florida real estate expert, today.

Whether you’re an interested South Florida home buyer or a South Florida home seller, I’ll be happy to answer any questions you might have as well as provide you with a number of helpful South Florida real estate resources to help make navigating the market easier.

Until next time,

Scott

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