Miami New Construction Spotlight – ECHO Brickell

March 17, 2014March 17, 20142 Comments

It’s no secret that Miami is undergoing a new condo boom; in fact, Cranespotters reports that more than 145 new condo towers with nearly 20,000 units have been proposed in the tricounty South Florida region of Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach as of July 31, 2013. Since I am frequently asked about these new projects, I thought it would be helpful to highlight some of the new buildings. This week, I’m kicking things off with one of my favorite new construction condominiums: ECHO Brickell.

Echo Brickell, a boutique luxury development with 180 units and 57 stories, is truly a special project. Located at 1451 Brickell Ave. on the east-side of Brickell Avenue, many of the units will have unobstructed bay views. Developed by New York-based Property Markets Group (PMG), Echo Brickell is the sister project to Echo Aventura, which broke ground last year.

Echo Brickell will feature conceptual design by world-renowned architect Carlos Ott and interior design by yoo Studio. One of the most unique features of Echo is that all units will be delivered “furniture ready” – completely finished! This is a major difference from the standard “designer ready” model of other buildings where units are delivered with kitchens, baths, and bathroom floors, but are otherwise raw and require finishing, from lighting to paint to baseboards and floors.

Units at Echo will be totally finished, complete with a contemporary lighting package, including recessed lighting, dimmers, and lighting control. Buyers will have their choice of paint and gorgeous Italian marble finishings – even on the terraces. And speaking of the terraces (which will be 6′ – 8′ deep), all units feature summer kitchens aka a built-in barbecue on your balcony.

Other residence features include 9′ – 14′ ceilings, 8′ Italian entry doors, fully built-out his and hers walk-in closets in the master suites, semi-private elevators with biometrics technology (facial recognition cameras), custom PMG Smart Home technology, master suites feature Dornebracht and Duravit fixtures, side-by-side paneled Sub-Zero/Wolf appliances, built-in coffee and espresso machine and custom Italian cabinetry.

Building amenities include a vanishing-edge pool and deck with panoramic views of Biscayne Bay, Downtown Miami, South Beach and the Atlantic Ocean, state of the art fitness center and spa overlooking pool, Biscayne Bay and Downtown Miami, resort-style poolside food and beverage service, four hot tubs with bathing deck overlooking the spectacular Brickell skyline, concierge services, and robotic parking. Oh, and if you’re interested in one of the penthouses, your purchase comes with a brand-spankin’-new Tesla Model S. Starting prices for penthouses are around $10 million.

Out of the 180 units, roughly 55 remain available for purchase. Floor plans consist of 1, 2, 3 and 4 bedroom units (you can see the actual floor plans on Echo’s website, here), and prices start around $900/sf and up. Condo fees are priced at $0.99/sf. Ground breaking is expected to take place in the next 30 – 60 days, with completion expected in 2017.

For an awesome virtual tour of Echo Brickell, check out the video below.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZZ5Uq83SW6U

For more information on Echo Brickell or any other new construction project, contact me at lindsayrubens@avatarflorida.com or 305.799.2124.

Featured: “Viewpoints” Q+A in Miami Agent Magazine

February 3, 2014February 4, 2014Leave a comment

Happy Monday, friends! Tired of reading the same old commentary on the most boring Super Bowl ever? No problem – head on over to Miami Agent Magazine and check out my “Viewpoints” feature! You’ll hear my thoughts on the housing demand of the Miami market, my favorite social networks, and the real estate trends I’m watching in 2014. Click here to read the full post.

Market Update: 1050/1060 Brickell – Year in Review

January 16, 2014January 16, 2014Leave a comment

1060 Brickell

Since I live in 1060 Brickell, friends and neighbors often ask me about recent sales in the building. I decided to review and compare the sales data from 2013 and 2012, and I wasn’t surprised to see just how much prices have gone up in such a short time.

In 2013, there were 37 closed sales in 1050/1060 Brickell. The lowest priced sale was unit #2512, a studio that sold for $230,000 or about $383/square foot. The highest priced sale was unit #4507, a penthouse unit with 3 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms that sold for $1,275,000 or about $497/square foot.

To get an idea of just how much values have gone up in the building, check out the data from 2012. That year, there were 42 closed sales. However, the lowest priced sale was unit #1509, a studio that sold for $175,000 or about $317/square foot. The highest priced sale was unit #1820, a 2 bedroom/2 bathroom unit that sold for $425,000 or about $333/square foot. What a difference a year makes!

Check out all of the sales data in detail below, and as always, contact me at lindsayrubens@avatarflorida.com or 305.799.2124 for more information.

Closed Sales in 2013


Address	Sq Ft	#Beds	#Full Baths	#Half Baths	List Price	Sale Price	SP$/SqFt	Closing Date
1060 BRICKELL AV # 2305	963	1	1	1	379,900	360,000	373.832	12/27/2013
1050 BRICKELL AV # PH3418	1019	1	1	1	375,000	355,000	348.381	12/3/2013
1060 BRICKELL AV # 2205	963	1	1	1	399,000	395,000	410.177	11/21/2013
1050 BRICKELL AV # 410	1000	1	2	0	349,000	335,000	335	11/7/2013
1060 BRICKELL AV # 3701	1368	2	2	1	599,000	585,000	427.632	11/7/2013
1050 BRICKELL AV # 2108	731	1	1	0	349,000	310,500	424.761	11/6/2013
1060 BRICKELL AV # 2411	1088	2	2	0	454,900	435,000	399.816	10/31/2013
1060 BRICKELL AV # 4507	2564	3	3	1	1,350,000	1,275,000	497.27	9/23/2013
1050 BRICKELL AV # 2018	1128	1	1	0	330,000	330,000	292.553	9/10/2013
1050 BRICKELL AV # 2522	604	0	1	0	259,900	255,000	422.185	8/26/2013
1060 BRICKELL AV # 3603	963	1	1	1	384,900	380,000	394.6	7/22/2013
1050 BRICKELL AV # 2714	1278	2	2	0	550,000	475,000	371.674	7/15/2013
1060 BRICKELL AV # 1403	929	1	1	0	360,000	350,000	376.749	6/27/2013
1060 BRICKELL AV # 3005	963	1	1	1	379,000	375,000	389.408	6/25/2013
1060 BRICKELL AV # 1911	1088	2	2	0	405,000	405,000	372.243	6/14/2013
1050 BRICKELL AV # 2622	604	0	1	0	255,000	242,000	400.662	6/10/2013
1050 BRICKELL AV # 1802	843	1	1	0	355,000	315,000	373.665	6/3/2013
1060 BRICKELL AV # 2505	963	1	1	1	370,000	352,000	365.524	5/24/2013
1060 BRICKELL AV # 2803	843	1	1	1	370,000	345,000	409.253	5/3/2013
1060 BRICKELL AV # 1907	1407	2	2	0	450,000	420,000	298.507	5/3/2013
1060 BRICKELL AV # 2105	963	1	1	1	370,000	340,000	353.063	5/2/2013
1060 BRICKELL AV # 4303	1765	3	2	1	1,100,000	925,000	524.079	5/1/2013
1060 BRICKELL AV # 4009	551	0	1	0	279,000	261,900	475.318	4/18/2013
1060 BRICKELL AV # 4105	963	1	1	1	382,000	359,000	372.793	3/29/2013
1060 BRICKELL AV # 4203	1765	3	2	1	960,000	885,000	501.416	3/27/2013
1050 BRICKELL AV # 2512	601	0	1	0	230,000	230,000	382.696	3/1/2013
1050 Brickell Avenue # PH3402	2499	3	3	0	999,999	900,000	360.144	3/1/2013
1050 BRICKELL AV # 2014	1278	2	2	1	445,000	415,000	324.726	2/21/2013
1050 BRICKELL AV # 2910	843	1	1	0	345,000	300,000	355.872	2/8/2013
1050 Brickell Ave # 3504	2252	3	3	1	1,225,000	1,125,000	499.556	2/1/2013
1060 BRICKELL AV # 3002	843	1	1	0	349,000	322,000	381.969	1/31/2013
1050 BRICKELL AV # 1414	1278	2	2	1	399,900	399,900	312.911	1/31/2013
1060 BRICKELL AV # 3411	1407	2	2	0	415,000	400,000	284.293	1/31/2013
1050 BRICKELL AV # 3022	604	0	1	0	240,000	230,000	380.795	1/22/2013
1050 BRICKELL AV # 2302	843	1	1	0	322,900	309,000	366.548	1/22/2013
1060 BRICKELL AV # 3515	945	1	1	0	330,000	300,000	317.46	1/9/2013
1050 BRICKELL AV # 2304	731	1	1	0	297,000	290,000	396.717	1/7/2013

Closed Sales in 2012

Address	Sq Ft	#Beds	#Full Baths	#Half Baths	List Price	Sale Price	SP$/SqFt	Closing Date
1050 BRICKELL AV # 2106	613	0	1	0	223,440	220,000	358.891	12/21/2012
1050 BRICKELL AVE # 3302	842	1	1	0	230,000	254,500	302.257	12/11/2012
1050 BRICKELL AV # 2520	1288	2	2	1	450,000	420,000	326.087	12/11/2012
1050 BRICKELL AV # 1406	613	0	1	0	235,000	225,000	367.047	12/7/2012
1060 BRICKELL AVENUE # 3909	536	0	1	0	259,000	239,500	446.828	12/7/2012
1050 BRICKELL AV # 606	1040	1	1	0	319,000	320,000	307.692	12/3/2012
1050 BRICKELL AV # 1820	1278	2	2	1	440,000	425,000	332.551	11/27/2012
1050 BRICKELL AV # 814	1000	1	2	0	310,000	305,000	305	11/19/2012
1060 BRICKELL AVE # 1015	1053	1	1	1	299,000	280,000	265.907	11/15/2012
1050 BRICKELL AV # 802	968	1	1	1	299,000	273,208	282.24	11/14/2012
1060 BRICKELL AV # 3013	945	1	1	0	290,000	290,000	306.878	11/12/2012
1060 BRICKELL AV # 3407	1407	2	2	0	449,000	420,000	298.507	10/31/2012
1050 BRICKELL AV # 2114	1278	2	2	1	425,000	413,000	323.161	10/22/2012
1050 BRICKELL AV # 1906	613	0	1	0	235,000	213,000	347.471	10/10/2012
1050 BRICKELL AV # 2502	843	1	1	0	324,900	315,000	373.665	10/8/2012
1050 BRICKELL AV # 1704	731	1	1	0	278,000	270,000	369.357	9/24/2012
1060 BRICKELL AV # 3405	963	1	1	1	379,000	376,000	390.447	8/31/2012
1060 BRICKELL AVE # 615	1053	1	1	1	285,000	265,000	251.662	8/29/2012
1050 BRICKELL AVENUE # 2202	843	1	1	0	319,000	300,000	355.872	8/29/2012
1050 Brickell Ave. # 1514	1278	2	2	1	438,000	410,000	320.814	8/24/2012
1050 BRICKELL AVENUE # 2204	731	1	1	0	295,000	280,000	383.037	8/23/2012
1060 BRICKELL AV # 815	1053	1	1	1	265,000	250,000	237.417	8/9/2012
1060 BRICKELL AV # 2911	1103	2	2	0	399,000	375,000	339.982	8/8/2012
1060 BRICKELL AV # 3003	963	1	1	1	199,999	210,000	218.069	7/25/2012
1060 BRICKELL AV # 1603	963	1	1	1	388,000	359,000	372.793	6/26/2012
1060 BRICKELL AV # 2915	945	1	1	0	297,000	290,000	306.878	6/25/2012
1050 BRICKELL AV # 2208	731	1	1	0	289,000	250,000	341.997	6/14/2012
1060 BRICKELL AV # 1411	1407	2	2	0	359,500	345,000	245.203	5/31/2012
1050 BRICKELL AV # 1010	1028	1	2	0	280,000	275,000	267.51	5/29/2012
1060 BRICKELL AV # 3707	1088	2	2	0	420,000	400,000	367.647	5/23/2012
1050 BRICKELL AV # 3014	1278	2	2	1	449,000	416,000	325.509	5/18/2012
1050 Brickell Av # 1020	1000	1	2	0	275,000	260,000	260	5/15/2012
1050 BRICKELL AV # 1016	1000	1	2	0	275,000	260,000	260	5/15/2012
1060 BRICKELL AVENUE # 2307	1218	2	2	0	420,000	400,000	328.407	5/15/2012
1050 BRICKELL AVENUE # 402	968	1	1	0	260,000	250,000	258.264	5/14/2012
1060 BRICKELL AVE # 2102	843	1	1	0	320,000	307,500	364.769	5/9/2012
1060 BRICKELL AV # 2013	945	1	1	0	290,000	280,000	296.296	4/30/2012
1060 BRICKELL AV # 1509	551	0	1	0	214,500	175,000	317.604	4/25/2012
1050 BRICKELL AV # 2720	1288	2	2	1	430,000	380,000	295.031	4/5/2012
1050 BRICKELL AV # 816	1000	1	2	0	265,000	250,000	250	3/21/2012
1050 BRICKELL AV # 1506	613	0	1	0	199,000	195,000	318.108	3/20/2012
1060 BRICKELL AV # 1501	1377	2	2	0	290,000	305,000	221.496	3/19/2012

Brickell Three Bedroom Condos Under $1,000,000

November 25, 2013November 25, 2013Leave a comment

Skyline on Brickell
2101 Brickell Avenue #3304
3 bedrooms/3 bathrooms | 1,762 sf living space | 1,954 total sf | built in 2004 | offered at $899,900
Listed by Felipe Quintero of Nexxos Realty, LLC

We can all agree that condo living in Brickell is great: you’re in the center of all the action, just steps away from bars, restaurants and shops, and only a few miles from Downtown Miami, South Beach, Coconut Grove, Midtown – you name it. But there are those moments when we look at all of our stuff and scream: “I NEED MORE SPACE!!” Well if three bedrooms sounds like music to your ears, you might be happy to hear that there are a number of units currently listed in Brickell under $1,000,000 (and even a few under $500,000)! Check out the inventory below:

Address	Sq Ft	#Beds	#Full Baths	#Half Baths	List Price
2101 BRICKELL AV # 3001	1762	3	3	0	790,000
2475 BRICKELL AV # PH9	2065	3	3	0	895,000
801 BRICKELL KEY BLVD # 2704	1493	3	3	0	800,000
2333 BRICKELL AV # TSE	2380	3	3	0	890,000
79 SW 12 ST # 3706-S	1908	3	3	0	900,000
60 SW 13 ST # 3626	1568	3	3	0	699,000
31 SE 5 ST # 3718	1419	3	2	1	639,000
701 BRICKELL KEY BL # 612	1655	3	2	1	820,000
1901 BRICKELL AV # B903-4	1930	3	4	0	649,000
60 SW 13 ST # 3826	1568	3	3	0	680,000
1200 BRICKELL BAY DR # PH4324	1232	3	2	0	489,000
1865 BRICKELL AV # TH-IV	1837	3	2	1	715,000
1155 BRICKELL BAY DR # 1504	1510	3	2	0	670,000
1901 BRICKELL AV # 2309B	2133	3	2	1	799,000
1627 BRICKELL AV # 901	1792	3	2	1	619,000
31 SE 5 ST # 4212	1419	3	2	1	750,000
520 BRICKELL KEY DR # A1721	1890	3	3	0	899,000
31 SE 5 ST # 4318	1419	3	2	1	700,000
500 BRICKELL AV # 1701	1494	3	3	0	750,000
1627 BRICKELL AV # 2305	1732	3	2	0	740,000
1200 BRICKELL BAY DR # 2202	1232	3	2	0	450,000
1420 BRICKELL BAY DR # 303-A	1433	3	2	0	615,000
1155 BRICKELL BAY DR # 704	1510	3	2	0	590,000
1627 BRICKELL AV # 2504	1732	3	2	1	620,000
520 BRICKELL KEY DR # A804	2001	3	3	0	750,000
2101 BRICKELL AV # 3304	1762	3	3	0	899,900
1915 BRICKELL AV # CPH7	2048	3	3	0	844,000
60 SW 13 ST # 5018	1568	3	3	0	665,000
520 BRICKELL KEY DR # A1116	2315	3	3	0	899,000
1627 BRICKELL AV # 1005	1732	3	2	1	550,000
31 SE 5 ST # 3812	1419	3	2	1	690,000
500 BRICKELL AV # 2601	1494	3	3	0	775,000
185 SW 7 ST # 3211	1486	3	3	0	550,000
888 BRICKELL KEY DR # 2508	1640	3	2	1	899,900
1627 BRICKELL AV # 1107	1792	3	2	1	775,000
1200 BRICKELL BAY DR # 2402	1232	3	2	0	404,000
801 BRICKELL KEY BL # 502	2336	3	3	1	885,000

In the top photo and slideshow below, I’ve featured a gorgeous listing at the Skyline on Brickell (unit #3304) for $899,900. The Skyline is a great building located at the southern end of Brickell Avenue and was completed in 2004. Although this particular unit is technically a 3 bedroom, the owner converted into a 2 bedroom to create more living space (but it could be converted back into 3). It has 3 full bathrooms, 1,762 sf of living space and a total of nearly 2,000 sf including the balconies. The unit has expansive direct ocean views, high ceilings with Venetian stucco finish, floor-to-ceiling windows, custom closets, stone texture accents, modern vanities/sinks, and 24×48 porcelain tile flooring throughout. The master suite features motorized shades, a Bose surround-sound system, and a spa-like master bath. Additionally, the unit comes with 2 parking spaces, additional storage, and a boat slip is available for an additional $35,000. The listing also indicates that the unit can be purchased furnished.

Check out all the photos below and contact me at 305.799.2124 or lindsay.rubens@floridamoves.com for more info!

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Unique Townhouses at EPIC Residences in Downtown Miami

November 10, 2013November 10, 2013Leave a comment

200 Biscayne Blvd. Way #507 | 2 bedrooms/2.5 bathrooms | 1,574 sf | asking $5,900/month
Listed by Miriam Poggio with One Sotheby’s International Realty

If you love city living but prefer a dwelling that feels like more of a “home” than a condo, you might want to consider the townhouses at the EPIC Residences in Downtown Miami. These units have large floor plans consisting of 1-3 bedrooms, two levels, soaring ceilings, and multiple balconies. Best yet, you have all the perks that come with living in a 5-star hotel, including 24 hour room service, separate pools for residents and hotel guests, a concierge, housekeeping, a state-of-the-art fitness center and spa, and the award-winning restaurant, Zuma, just to name a few.

The building was completed in 2008 and is located just over the bridge connecting Brickell and Downtown Miami, at 200 Biscayne Boulevard Way. It’s situated right on the water, and you can often find a few very impressive yachts docked directly out front. The building is pet-friendly for both owners and renters, and standard unit features include:

“EPIC-Link,” a system allowing interactive communication to the hotel amenities and services, via an in-residence touch panel or PC from anywhere in the world
State-of-the-art media panel, pre-wired for telephone system, HDTV, cable television, and internet
Glasswall impact resistant floor to ceiling windows and sliding glass doors
Dark oak wood Snaidero kitchen cabinets with stainless steel inserts
Recessed lighting
Bosch front loading washer and dryer
Sub-Zero refrigerator/freezer and ice maker
Stainless steel Miele kitchen appliances

Of course, such luxury comes with a price…these townhouses are currently renting for close to $6,000 per month and selling for $1,000,000 and up. As an example, the unit I’ve featured in this post’s photos is #507, a 2 bedroom/2.5 bathroom townhouse rental listed with Miriam Poggio of One Sotheby’s International Realty for $5,900 per month. The unit has 1,574 square feet, includes 1 garage parking space, and comes furnished, as pictured. I recently had a chance to see this unit in person and it is gorgeous! Due to its location on the fifth floor and its view of the water, you almost feel like you’re on a cruise ship. It is truly the epitome of urban tranquility, a “home” in the middle of a bustling city.

There are only a couple of these units currently available to rent or buy, and they tend to go fast – contact me today for more information or to set up a private showing.

Check out some more photos of #507 below, as well as the full slideshow at the bottom of the post.

Living/dining room at Epic #507

Master bathroom at Epic #507 featuring double sinks and an oversized jacuzzi tub with rain showerhead.

View from Epic #507 looking out onto the bay, Icon Brickell and Brickell Key.

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