Continuing with informing you about Arts happenings in the area, I am doing my weekend round-up for weekend beginning June 26th. Deering Estate in Palmetto Bay, FloridaSaturday, June 27 at 8PM  As part of the Summer Caberet Series, Deering Estate  will be featuring the local Jazz Trio - Cindy Curtis & Company. They will be playing in the historic Stone House Ballroom. Cindy has been playing in South Florida since the 1970's, playing with Dave Bruebeck in 1974. Saturday night's concert will feature the Miami Native & award-winning singer-songwriter-pianist Johnny Rodgers. The main gate opens at 7pm and concert starts at 8pm.  Concert goers are able to bring snacks to enjoy during the concert. Tickets are $20. For more information call 305-235-1668 ext. 233. Bass Art Museum on Miami Beach... 06/25/2009

Gables by the Sea Coral Gables Gables by the Sea is located within the City of Coral Gables at the point where Red Road and scenic Old Cutler Road diverge. This well established waterfront community features a series of canals which provide direct access to Biscayne Bay. A private gated community with 24-hour guarded house, located just minutes from Miami International Airport and the business districts of Coral Gables, Coconut Grove and Brickell. Gables by the Sea is a community near public and private schools in the south Coral Gables area including Pinecrest Elementary, Gulliver Academy, Ransom-Everglades, Palmer Trinity, Carrolton, University of Miami and Florida International University. Consisting of only 19 streets, Gables by the Sea is the perfect description of paradise in this... 06/03/2009

Villa Zamora Coral Gables Condos Villa Zamora Affordability with an exclusive lifestyle in one of the heart of Coral Gables neighborhood. Thirty-eight units offer floorplans that look like they belong in a much more expensive price range. Villa Zamora is one of the best home-buying opportunities to come along in years. Just think, you could soon be living right in the heart of Coral Gables! In addition to the exquisite details you'll find in every residence, Villa Zamora offers the unique opportunity to personalize your home to your individual tastes, lifestyle and desires - with a selection of fine finishes including granite countertops, marble flooring, crown molding and custom paints. Also Mediterranean inspired exteriors, controlled security, covered parking. Quiet living on a lush,... 06/03/2009

 The Clubhouse  Membership to the private club at Deering Bay requires its' own seperate club membership: being a resident at Deering Bay alone is not enough.  Applications are available at the Clubhouse and acceptance is at the discretion of the club. But if and when you become a memeber, you'll see why they say "membership has it's priviledges."  We at DeeringBayRealEstate.com (Miami Real Estate Co.) are not affiliated with the club... but we are members, and we love it. Membership does have its privileges. The clubhouse at Deering Bay is the epicenter of activity.  Yes, it is a 30,000 square foot Mediterranean classic, yet it feels very comfortable and personal.  The staff is terrific; always wanting to help.  It's our place, where everybody knows your name.  Enter Deering Bay Condos... 05/19/2009

Deering Bay Yacht & Country Club is home to Coral Gables only Arnold Palmer Signature Course. Thoughtfully designed among the protected mangroves and meandering South Florida waterways, this 18-hole, par-71 layout, considered among the top in Florida, will delight you with its beauty and test you with its design. In classic Palmer style, each hole offers its own distinctive visual and strategic playing experience. It's large, subtle greens and beautiful fairways lined with mangroves and palms create a setting you'll want to return to time and again. And, in fact, you can do just that. Deering Bay offers all the amenities you would want from a country club membership. In addition to the Palmer course, Deering Bay offers a full driving range and putting green complemented by an elaborate ... 05/19/2009

55 Merrick Condo55 Merrick Condominium Address55 Merrick Way, Coral Gables Fl. Location of 55 Merrick Condo Floor Plans for 55 Merrick Condo Request Info 55 Merrick Condo 55 Merrick Condo 05/19/2009

Segovia Tower Coral gables Florida featuring one residence per floor and 360-degrees views per residence, this condominium is inspired by the classic splendor of Old World architecture. Segovia Tower Luxury and craftsmanship have been taken to new heights in each of the 15 residences, with dramatic 10-foot ceilings, over 4,000 sq. ft. of living space, comfortable eat-in kitchens, master baths with Jacuzzis, marble floors, and columned terraces overlooking Coral Gables' Granada Golf Course. Segovia Tower rises majestically from the heart of historic Coral Gables, offering its residents unparalleled aesthetic grandeur, spectacular panoramic views and a remarkable sense of privacy. The Segovia Tower in Coral Gables condominium is located at 600 Coral Way in the "City Beautiful" - Coral Gab... 05/12/2009

Rates on 30-year mortgages inched up this week to 4.84 percent after matching an all-time record low last week, according to Freddie Mac's weekly nationwide survey. Rates have been below 5 percent for eight consecutive weeks. All Coral Gables statistics are for South Coral Gables (east of US1). There are currently 102 homes for sale on non-waterfront property in Coral Gables: Highest priced: $4,200, 000 located at 8015 Los Pinos Blvd ($465 per square foot & 545 days on market). Lowest priced: $445,000 at 6900 Veronese St ($216 SF) Pending Sales: 6 Closed Sales 03/09-05/09: 6 Highest Price: $1,550,000 at 4500 Ridgewood Road ($309 SF) Lowest Price: $499,000 at 6611 San Vicente St ($245 SF) 13 homes are short sales (selling a home for less than its mortgage value), up from 10 in the last m... 05/09/2009

                              Coral Gables Active Listings - 561 (similar to last month)     236 are "luxury listings" (ie over $1,500,000) (same as last month)     52 are short sales (same as last month)     10 are foreclosures (less than last month)     Median List Price - $1,175,000 (up from last month)  Coral Gables Pending Sales - 80 (Way Up from 40 last month)     6 are "luxury listings" (same as last month)     19 are short sales (up from 15 last month)     14 are foreclosures (up from 8 last month) Coral Gables Closed Sales - 10 (down almost 66% from last month)     3 were "luxury listings"     1 was a short sale (down from 4 last month)     0 were foreclsoures     Average List Price - $2,388,000 (three times as high as last month)     Average Sold Price - $2,082,000 (three tim... 05/03/2009

  733 Santander Avenue, Coral Gables Florida 33134  $1,050,000 Gorgeous 4 bedroom (plus den), 4 bath completely updated on an oversized lot.  Featuring: Hardwood and marble floors Granite kitchen with cooking island Wine cooler Vaulted ceilings in living and dining room Fireplace (non working) 2 car garage Grand master bedroom suite For information or a private showing, contact listing agent Monica LoMonaco at lomonaco.m@ewm.com 305-215-5564.   04/22/2009

    Coral Gables Active Listings - 601 (same as last month)     238 are "luxury listings" (ie over $1,500,000) (same as last month)     48 are short sales (same as last month)     15 are foreclosures (same as last month)     Median List Price - $996,000 (same as last month)  Coral Gables Pending Sales - 47 (same as last month)     6 are "luxury listings"; one is a short sale (same as last month)     15 are short sales (same as last month)     8 are foreclosures (down from 1/4 from last month) Coral Gables Closed Sales - 28 (up almost 50% from last month)     5 were "luxury listings" (up nearly 50% from last month, 1 short sale)     4 were short sale (up from 1 last month)     9 were foreclsoures (up from 6 last month)     Average List Price - $887,000 (up $100,000 from last month)     ... 04/07/2009

  If you are looking for mortgage updates for luxury real estate in South Florida, you should visit Juicy Estates ! Created by James R. Venney, a top producing Private Mortgage Banker in the South East, Juicy Estates is a community built on passion.From exquisite homes that populate South Florida neighborhoods to trends in the luxury housing market to guest blogs by influential community memebers, Juicy Estates makes it easy to stay informed on what’s hot in real estate. James keeps you updated on all the latest new with jumbo and luxury financing, which is very important in these rapidly changing times.   James will be a guest blogger on Miami by Land and Sea, our real estate blog.   Visit James' blog here Call him at 305-960-2671 Email him at James.R.Venney@homesvclending.com     If ... 03/21/2009

According to the Realtor Association of Greater Miami and the Beaches, the Miami real estate market is showing signs of recovery. Sales of single family homes in Miami were up 47% in January 2009 compared to a year ago. Coral Gables Real Estate Report The Coral Gables Real Estate Report that I will be supplying monthly, will contain home statistics for the area of Coral Gables East of US1. This will then in turn be divided into homes that are on the water and homes that are not on the water. Coral Gables Non-Waterfront Homes: There are currently 107 homes on the market in this Coral Gables area. * Highest priced listing: $4,200, 000 (located at 8015 Los Pinos Blvd.) * Lowest priced listing: $450,000 (short sale located at 5620 Alhambra Circle) * Pending Sales: 5 * Closed Sales 01/09-03/... 03/19/2009

Coral Gables Active Listings - 598     227 are "luxury listings" (ie over $1,500,000)     51 are short sales     17 are foreclosures     Median List Price - $995,000     New Listings in Feb - 82 Coral Gables Pending Sales - 52     7 are "luxury listings"     16 are short sales     12 are foreclosures Coral Gables Closed Sales - 16     3 were "luxury listings"     1 was a short sale     6 were foreclsoures     Average List Price - $777,000     Average Sold Price - $677,000     List price to Sold Price Ratio - 90%     Higest Closed Listing - $1,900,000 -     Lowest Closed Listing - $189,900 (a foreclosure) What does this mean to you?   If you have a listing in the luxury market, there is stiff competition with over 1/3 of all listings in Coral Gables in the top 10% of Miami-Dades' pricin... 03/11/2009

The city of Coral Gables is hosting it's 9th annual "jazztronomical arts festival" this weekend. If you've never experienced it, you're missing out! The Carnaval on the Mile is well regarded as a fun time for all and a premiere showcase of Latin Jazz. The event takes place on the famed Miracle Mile in Coral Gables the first weekend in March. Miracle Mile is the mile from LeJeune Road to Douglas Road on what would otherwise be Coral Way. It's a mile long walk of exclusive shops, restaurants, cafes, the Miracle Mile Theater and more. There's plenty for the family to do starting Friday, March 6th and the activities continue on Saturday and Sunday. Art displays, sculptures, crafts, lots of food and drinks and lots of live performances all weekend long. The event is free as are all the perfo... 03/04/2009

The 11th Annual Carnaval on the Mile, part of Carnaval Miami – a three day event, begins this Friday night, March 6th at 7pm.  It's a "fusion of Jazz & Art" and continues throughout the weekend.  It's kickoff begins at the Ponce Circle Park, 2800 Ponce de Leon Blvd in Coral Gables, Florida.   Like a Mardi Gras carnival, but with a Latin flair, it's a big latin party all weekend, beginning Friday night March 6 at 7pm and covering the entire street of Coral Way on Miracle Mile. Some 30 bands from New Orleans, New York, San Fransisco & Miami will be performing on 3 different stages. Some local schools also participate, and 2 years ago, my son Casey's school Jazz Band performed there. Gourmet food from local Coral Gables restaurants will delight your senses, an Artists Village will be set u... 03/03/2009

ENTER HOME PAGE:Da Vinci Condo Coral Gables The Da Vinci condo address location: 2665 SW 37th Ave., Miami, Fl. 33133     Da Vinci Photos   photos from the Da Vinci  condominium         About the Da Vinci Da Vinci condominium year built: 2002 Architect: Cohen, Friedman, Encinosa Views: The City of Coral Gables Number of Floors: 16 Number of units: 200 Da Vinci Floor plans Sq. Ft. range: 694-1,628 Beds: 1-3 Baths: 1-3 Da Vinci Condos Amenities: - 24-hr Security Cameras - Covered Parking - Gated Community - Pool - Gym The Da Vinci condo in Coral Gables Florida has been designed and built to meet strict standards. Da Vinci Condos Real Estate strategically located at Douglas Road and just blocks from Miracle Mile (SW 37th Avenue and 26th St), the Da Vinci Condominium is surrounded by palm-t... 03/02/2009

ENTER HOME PAGE: Ponce De Leon Coral GablesLocation: 1607 Ponce de Leon Blvd Coral Gables, FL 33134Unit types: 1, 2, & 3 bedroomUnit square footage floor plans range: 882 - 1,781 (interior), 993 - 2,355 (total) See FloorplansNumber of floor plans: 15Total units: 50Ponce de Leon condos views: South: Downtown Coral Gables & Coconut Grove, West: Coral Gables residential & the Biltmore, North: North Gables, East: Downtown Miami.Completion date: Fall 2008Architect: Treister Design & Development, IncEnter Condos Floor plans Ponce de Leon's DescriptionPonce de Leon condominium an urban address in a peaceful upscale neighborhood, the invitingly luxurious and inexpensive Ponce de Leon condominium is ideally located in the heart of Coral Gables, within walking distance to the shops and restaurant... 03/02/2009

Recently I took a trip to run the Miami Marathon and the first person I met upon arriving in Miami Beach was Janie Coffey of Papillon Real Estate.  Janie came out for a few hours and introduced us to the unique atmosphere of the Lincoln Road area where we spent quite a bit of time during our stay on South Beach.  During our dinner discussion we learned that the Miami area although currently depressed offers a great opportunity for anyone with vision that is considering relocating into the area.  This year the New England Winter seems exceptionally long and the thought of a warmer climate crosses many minds.  If you are thinking of retirement or relocating to Southern Florida in the next few years it might be wise to contact Janie Coffey and accelerate your plan to pick up a home at toda... 02/28/2009

  One Village Place condominium year Built: 2008Developer: Roger Development GroupDescription: Residential, RetailType: Condominiums, Mix -Use Building Floors: 9Number of Bedrooms: 1 & 2Floorplans Unit Sq. Ft. Range: 1,065-2,207   See Floor plansPrice Range: $ 450,000's - $ 750,000'sAmenities: Temperate Controlled Pool, Fitness Center, ValetConstruction starts: 2006year Built: 2008ONE VILLAGE PLACE HOME PAGEThe One Village Place is located next to the "Village of Merrick Park on Salzedo Street (between Ponce de Leon and Lejeune Road). The area is up and coming and will be a booming residential/commercial area in the next 2-3 years. Walking distance to high end stores like Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom's and restaurants like Villagio Italian restaurant, Chispa and coming soon P.F. Chang!  MI... 02/24/2009