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Explore Harbor Islands in Hollywood Florida from the Convenience of Home

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The advent of the Internet has made it a whole lot easier to be a South Florida home buyer. Why? Because it allows you to have a wealth of information right at your fingertips, from available listings in Hollywood, Florida to virtual tours of some of the most beautiful neighborhoods in the area.

My goal is to make navigating the South Florida real estate market as easy as possible. So I’ve made videos of some of the most coveted, luxurious residential communities in the area.

This month, I’d like to tell you about a community that has become well known for its tranquil vistas and friendly neighbors: Harbor Islands in Hollywood, Florida.

Dream Homes for Every Lifestyle in Harbor Islands Community in Hollywood, Florida

Situated on a cluster of islands along the Intracoastal Waterway, the 192-acre gated community of Harbor Islands is a paradise within the city of Hollywood.  Many of the homes in this amenity rich community are waterfront and feature  views of the Intracoastal and canals as well as have private swimming pools.

From waterfront estates to impressive town homes, there is something for every lifestyle at Harbor Islands, with prices ranging from $450,000 to $5 million.  Homes were built between 1996 and 2006 and range in size from 1,500 to 10,0000 square feet.

Although the neighborhood itself is expansive, you’ll feel right at home in one of Harbor Island’s distinctive communities: Edgewater, Harborside, Harborview, Grand Harbor Estates, The Estates, Harbor Pointe, Commodore Estates and Admiral’s Cove.

No matter which community within Harbor Islands you ultimately settle in, rest assured that you’ll have access to such world class amenities as:

  • the Grand Clubhouse Recreation Center
  • The 20-acre Joe Dimaggio Park, which includes paths for biking and jogging
  • A Championship Tennis Center
  • State-of-the-art Fitness Center and Spa
  • The Loggerhead Club and Marina
  • And more!

Ready to Enter the Hollywood, Florida Real Estate Market?

If you would like to learn more about what Harbor Islands has to offer its residents, check out my Harbor Islands community page, which will tell you even more about what it’s like to live in this amazing Hollywood, Florida neighborhood.

As your South Florida real estate expert, I’m constantly looking for ways to make your South Florida home buying experience easy and pleasant. Contact me, Scott Patterson, today to learn about featured listings in South Florida’s many beautiful communities, including Aventura, Golden Beach, Hallandale and Hollywood.

I’d also suggest you browse some of my other community pages to learn about other featured neighborhoods in Hollywood, including Hollywood Lakes as well as the condominium communities of  Ocean Palms and Villas of Positano

2010 Golden Beach Florida Real Estate Market Report

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Given its relatively small size, Golden Beach in South Florida sure has been a prominent force in the South Florida real estate market.  From major town renovations to celebrity residents, the coastal town has continued to show a commitment to excellence for its residents.  Today, Golden Beach is one of the most exclusive communities in South Florida.

I recently analyzed all of the 2010 sales data for the Golden Beach real estate market, which I’ve provided below.  If you are in the market to buy or sell real estate in Golden Beach, you’ll definitely want to check out this information before you enter the market.

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New Home Construction Rises In The Waterfront Community Of Golden Isles Hallandale Florida

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There has been a rise in new home construction in the waterfront community of Golden Isles in Hallandale Florida. All the homes pictured below are currently under construction and are being built by end users, only one is a “Spec” home.  All of these homes are nearly complete.  There are also 3 new vacant land purchases that will soon also have new homes built.

Golden Isles itself has been going through a makeover including new bridges, new guard house and new water lines.  These new homes will further improve the aesthetic appeal of the community and continue to establish Golden Isles as a very desirable deep waterfront community in South Florida. For more information on Golden Isles and/or properties for sale contact me at 954.661.8871.

New Mid-Modern Listing in Hollywood Lakes

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1136 N. Northlake Drive

This is one of my newest listings in Hollywood Lakes on Northlake.  This Mid-Modern home is impeccable and was built in 2008 with the finest of finishes and attention to detail.  The home is located on a point corner lot with 164 feet of waterfrontage.  The views are one of the best in the Lakes and one of very few Mid-Modern homes in the area.

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Home Details:

  • 6 Bedrooms, 6.5 Baths
  • Two-story
  • Built in 2008
  • 2 car garage

For Additional information about this listing or other listings visit my South Florida Real Estate Website.

Hollywood Lakes Waterfront Bank Owned Property Goes On Market For Extremely Low Price Of $445,500

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This week Washington Mutual placed 1007 S. Northlake Drive in Hollywood Lakes on the market for a staggering low price of $445,500.  I sold this property for $2,150,000 in June of 2005 (the peak of the market).  Most of the properties value is in it’s premier lot size 100′ x 234′ (half acre) on the water and at this price it’s a definite give away, the only drawback is the home more than likely cannot be torn down since it has historic value to the neighborhood and is located in a Historic Preservation area.  The property had over $60,000 dollars of code violations from the previous owner due to commencing work without permits.

My client placed a $500,000 cash offer (50K over asking price), when I called the agent they stated they had multiple offers on the table, which is often the case with Bank Owned properties and that they would be making a decision within the next 48 hours, my clients offer was eventually rejected as a higher offer was accepted but whoever won the bid got an incredible deal.

Hollywood Lakes is an eclectic  neighborhood just minutes from Hollywood Beach that is comprised of two lakes “Northlake and Southlake”, they are connected to the Intracoastal Waterway with unsurpassed views from either lake.

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Hollywood Boulevard Improvement Project Has Begun

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On April 30th the City of Hollywood Florida commenced the long awaited Hollywood Boulevard Improvement Project. The project will take nearly a year to complete and it’s main objective is to construct a median that will prevent direct crossing from north to south along the Hollywood Boulevard which has caused numerous accidents over the years. The landscaped median will be 19 feet wide and will span from the Intracoastal Bridge (recently renovated as well) to Downtown Hollywood, the project will also focus on improved drainage.  The Hollywood Lakes community will definitely benefit from the project which in addition to preventing direct crossing along Hollywood Blvd. will also add to the neighborhoods aesthetic appeal.

I went down to Hollywood Blvd. to capture the work in progress!

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Read more about Hollywood and Hollywood Lakes!

Brokers Open 619 Palm Drive In Golden Isles Tomorrow

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Please join me as I will be holding a Broker’s Open (Lunch Served) tomorrow Wednesday May 6, 2009 from 12:00pm to 2:00pm at 619 Palm Drive Hallandale Florida 33009.  It is a Broker’s Open but anyone that would like to preview this home directly on the Intracoastal Waterway in Golden Isles Hallandale Florida is welcome to come.  The home is a 5 bedroom, 4.5 bath home on a 100′ x 150′ lot listed for $1,750,000.  Great opportunity for anyone who would like more information about this property and/or the Golden Isles Waterfront community.

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Quick Facts

Bedrooms: 5
Baths: 4.5
Year Built: 1997
Garage: 2
Living Area sq.ft.: 4,473
Total Area sq.ft.: 5,085
Dock: 60′ deeded dock and 13,000lb boatlift

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New To The Market In Golden Isles

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Last week 619 Palm Drive in Golden Isles came on the market.  Golden Isles is a gated waterfront community directly on the border of Miami Dade and Broward County.  The home rests right on the Intracoastal Waterway with beautiful views and vibe of boats cruising along the Intracoastal. The two-story home was built in 1997 and has 5 Bedrooms, 4.5 Baths with over 5,000 sq.ft.   The tropical paradise is approximately 15,000 sq. ft (100′ x 150′) with a custom pool and 60′ dock which includes a 13,000lb boat lift.  Palm Drive is the only street in Golden Isles that is directly on the Intracoastal, the other streets are on canals but all of Golden Isles is on deep water and wide canals which is good for boat owners looking to protect their vessels.

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Golden Isles is close to Hallandale Beach and the new Gulstream Park Racing and Casino that will include a movie theater, restaurants and shops.

Under Contract in Golden Isles

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443 Alamanda Drive Under Contract

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Last week my listing 443 Alamanda Drive located in the gated Golden Isles Waterfront Community went under contract.  It sold for $995,000 and is a 4 Bedroom, 3.5 Bath and over 3,300 sq.ft. 1969 waterfront home.  The buyer was an international buyer from Romania.

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