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Miami — Gateway To The Americas

Ralph Waldo Emerson said, “We are all inventors, each sailing out on a voyage of discovery, guided each by a private chart, of which there is no duplicate. The world is all gates, all opportunities.” And should your “private chart” guide your life’s voyage to Miami, you’ll find yourself in one of the most beautiful and diverse cities our country has to offer. Known as the Gateway to the Americas, Miami is indeed “all opportunity” for those fortunate enough to move or invest here.

Sugar-white beaches and sparkling blue-green water, swaying palms and exotic flamingo dancers, posh hotels and delectable lobster lunches, ultra-luxurious condos and homes and Ocean Drive’s neon lights are just a few of the images conjured up by the name “Miami.”

No less inviting are the Miami-area communities of Coral Gables, Brickell, Pinecrest, East Kendall and South Miami. Each has it own unique flavor, lifestyle and real estate to attract homebuyers and investors the world over.

Coral Gables — The City Beautiful

It’s often said, “It’s not just Miami; it’s Coral Gables. Those who know, know the difference.” And you, too, will know the difference once you pass through one of the extraordinary entrances to the City Beautiful.

The dream city of its founder George Merrick, Coral Gables was intended from the beginning to be an international gateway city. Today, Merrick’s dream is fulfilled with students from more than 100 countries attending university here, more than 155 multinational companies with U.S. headquarters here, 25 foreign consulates with offices here and a growing number of international companies with regional offices here.

Such a diverse international population would make you assume Coral Gables offers a wide array of cuisines and shopping and cultural venues from which to choose — and you’d be right. All satisfy on many levels and are waiting for you to immerse yourself in them. Also offering an intriguing blend of Mediterranean ambience and architecture, Coral Gables is the perfect city for your style of living if you’re looking for a home with understated elegance, lush green landscapes with tropical blooms, an waterfront or golf-course view and luxurious amenities to make your life both comfortable and serene.

Brickell Miami — Downtown Condo Living At Its Finest

The Downtown Miami neighborhood known as Brickell is home to a financial district that’s second only to Wall Street in importance and second to none in the U.S. in its concentration of international banks.

The exclusive residential section of Brickell — once called “Millionaires’ Row” because of the mansions that lined Brickell Avenue — is today a much-expanded collection of lavish ultra-modern condominiums and apartment towers. The posh lifestyle, fantastic views and proximity to sophisticated shopping, dining and entertainment offered by Brickell condos makes Brickell one of the most desired locations in all of Miami. Luxury and European sports cars are seen everywhere. And at the wheel may be any of Brickell’s many celebrity residents such as José José, Luis Miguel, Clinton Portis, Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony.

Located at the center of Brickell is Mary Brickell Village, which offers an eclectic mix of high-end shops, boutiques, restaurants, entertainment venues and more for the 190,000+ people who work in Downtown Miami and Brickell combined and the approximately 32,000 people who call Brickell home.

As the trend in urban living gains in popularity and more and more businesspeople and young professionals choose to live where they work, Brickell and Downtown Miami will continue to grow and thrive.

The Village Of Pinecrest — Family Friendly And Inviting

Incorporated in 1996, Pinecrest is a city of nearly 20,000 residents whose community pride and spirit make it one of South Florida’s most sought-after locations for young professionals with families and celebrities and others wanting a unique luxury home in a secluded setting.

Pinecrest’s rural and lushly landscaped residential character comes from the period of its development during the 1950s and 60s when the construction of ranch-style homes on one-acre lots flourished. Today, Pinecrest is known for its well-regarded municipal services including police and parks and recreation.

Located on the former site of the world-famous Parrot Jungle, Pinecrest Gardens is the treasure of the city’s park system and showcases tropical plants, rock formations and water features. At the center of the gardens is a banyan tree planted in 1947 that today covers over three-quarters of an acre. Pinecrest Gardens offers a variety of activities from summer camps to petting zoo to concerts, classes, plays and arts festival.

East Kendall — For High-End Suburban Life

The Downtown Miami suburb of Kendall is known for its mix of housing types offering everything from modest to the most extravagant. If you work in Downtown Miami and prefer high-end suburban life over urban living, you won’t mind commuting to nearby East Kendall along with the majority of its other residents. There you’ll find luxury homes, townhomes and condos as well as ultra-luxurious mansions and estate homes.

Kendall is also known for its selection of restaurants, entertainment and nightlife. And it’s home to two of Miami’s most popular upscale malls — The Falls and Dadeland Mall — as well as a variety of specialty shops and boutiques.

Only half an hour from Miami Beach, East Kendall offers excellent schools and all the amenities you and your family are looking for, such as parks, outdoor activities, festivals and other family-oriented pursuits.

South Miami — The City Of Pleasant Living

Three miles south of Miami lies the city of South Miami, 2.5 square miles of Dade County that nearly 12,000 residents call home. Families form the majority of South Miami households whose children and teens attend some of the area’s best schools. Tree-lined streets mark cozy neighborhoods and parks where children play and neighbors know their neighbors.

Homes range from charming move-in-ready cottages to spectacular five bedroom villas with chef’s kitchen, wine closet, marble floors, media room and luxury pool. South Miami also offers a good selection of condos and apartments, many of which are near the “town center,” providing great shopping, dining and entertainment.

Whenever you’re ready to begin your Miami home search or if you’ve already begun and have a list of homes you’d like to tour, email me or call my cell at 786-423-3348. I do answer my phone when I’m not with a client. And I respond to voice mail, emails and text messages promptly.

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