A New Year, A New Journey!

December 31, 2013Leave a comment

With 2014 just upon us, I’m thrilled to announce that I’ve joined Avatar Real Estate Services, a preferred boutique luxury real estate brokerage in South Florida. I’ll be working with the Marilyn Cromer Team, a top producer in Miami-Dade County. I’m excited to see where this new journey leads me in the new year; it’s only been a couple weeks, but I’m already loving my new real estate “family”!

My bio and new contact information is below (although my cell phone number has not changed). Be sure to update your address books with my new email: lindsayrubens@avatarflorida.com.

Wishing you all a very happy, healthy and prosperous 2014!

Featured: Blog Post in Miami Agent Magazine

December 19, 2013December 19, 20131 Comment

You may recall my “agent snapshot” in Miami Agent Magazine earlier this month. Well, I’m excited to share that I am back on the site today with a new blog post! The post is titled “3 Reasons Why Follow-Up is Critical,” and I share some of the ways that follow-up can assist real estate agents in bettering their business. Click here to read the full post, and be sure to check back from time to time – you may be seeing me more often! 😉

Under $5ook: Remodeled Gem in Shenandoah/Coral Way Neighborhood

December 11, 2013December 11, 2013Leave a comment

Anddddd I’m back! Last week was rough, as I picked up a miserable germ while traveling over Thanksgiving weekend. Unfortunately, that meant no Art Basel for me this year. Oh well, there’s always next year, right? At least I got to avoid the nightmare traffic that ensued…

Luckily, I’m feeling much better this week and am happy to show you this gorgeous, remodeled gem in the Shenandoah/Coral Way neighborhood.

I found this description of Shenandoah on Metro Atlantic, which perfectly describes the neighborhood: “Shenandoah is a beautiful, historically-rich neighborhood located just south of Little Havana and west of Downtown Miami. The neighborhood roughly spans from SW 8th Street (Calle Ocho) to the north to Coral Way to the south, between SW 27th Avenue and SW 12th Avenue. The neighborhood is made up almost entirely of historic single-family homes and duplexes. Aside from the (surprisingly) well maintained historic homes in the neighborhood, the neighborhood is also conveniently located between two major commercial centers – Miracle Mile and Downtown/Brickell…The neighborhood is safe and walkable. Despite being in the center of the city, is very quiet and peaceful. Walking around Shenandoah you’ll notice a lot of historic architectural gems…The neighborhood also has a strong feeling of community. The public schools, parks and library in the neighborhood are easily walkable from the homes in the area. Walking around really is pleasant.”

The home I’m featuring is located at 1831 SW 16 Avenue and is offered at $450,000. It has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and almost 1,900 square feet of living space. The home was originally built in 1938, but was recently given a complete face-lift. According to the listing, the updates include: a new kitchen with new appliances (although the appliances are not pictured in the photograph, above), new A/Cs, new bathrooms, re-stained hardwood floors, and hurricane-impact windows and doors throughout. Additionally, the home features a covered patio perfect for entertaining, a large lot with mature trees, and great curb appeal with a brick-paved path and palm trees fanning the front of the home.

I’m loving the modern kitchen and the stained hardwood floors. The bathrooms are sleek and polished, and it looks like there might be enough room to put in a pool in the backyard. Not bad for $450k!

Check out the rest of the photos below, and as always, contact me for more info or to set up a private showing. Stay healthy, all! 🙂

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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Market Update: Plaza on Brickell

November 13, 2013November 14, 20131 Comment

Plaza on Brickell
950 Brickell Bay Drive and 951 Brickell Avenue

The Plaza on Brickell is one of those buildings that I get asked about frequently. I have friends and family that live or previously lived in the building, and I’ve rented a number of units there, as well as sold a gorgeous unit there this past year. The feedback I get from my friends and clients who have lived there is always positive, which helps to explain why it remains one of the most popular buildings in Brickell.

The Plaza consists of two towers, one located directly on Brickell Avenue and the other on Brickell Bay Drive. Between the two buildings, there are about 1,000 units with floor plans ranging from studios to 1, 2 and 3 bedroom units. The Plaza was developed by The Related Group and was completed in 2008. The buildings connect on the pool level, which consists of two beautiful, heated infinity pools and a hot tub. Other amenities include:

24-hour Security and Concierge
24-hour Valet Parking
State-of-the-art Fitness Center in each tower
Two Infinity-edge, Heated Pools
Hot Tub
Business Center in each tower
Club Rooms with Billiards Table, Kitchen and Media Center in each tower
Lounge Rooms, Wine Storage, and a Cigar Lounge with Humidor
Sauna and Steam Rooms
On-site restaurants and salons at street level

The Plaza is pet-friendly for both renters and owners, and the building provides basic cable, water/sewer and garbage removal. Additionally, the residences feature energy-efficient and impact-resistant sliding glass doors and windows, private balconies, stackable washer and dryer, and spacious walk-in closets. And of course, the best feature of The Plaza is its central location – Mary Brickell Village is just a quick 2 blocks away!

Check out the recent sales data below, as well as the available listings – and contact me for more information!

Closed Sales Within Last 6 Months:

Address	Sq. Ft.	#Beds	#FB	#HB	List Price	Sale Price	SP$/SqFt	Closing Date
951 BRICKELL AV # 2908	639	1	1	0	389,000	375,000	586.854	9/10/2013
951 BRICKELL AV # 3111	1289	2	2	1	680,000	580,000	$449.96	10/30/2013
951 BRICKELL AV # 2103	702	1	1	0	339,500	318,000	452.991	10/9/2013
951 BRICKELL AV # 1211	1289	2	2	1	449,000	430,000	333.592	10/7/2013
951 BRICKELL AV # 3805	1120	2	2	0	495,008	490,000	437.5	10/7/2013
951 BRICKELL AV # 407	1113	2	2	0	442,777	418,000	375.562	10/2/2013
951 BRICKELL AV # 4306	1113	2	2	0	635,000	625,000	561.545	9/27/2013
951 BRICKELL AV # 4005	1120	2	2	0	479,900	455,000	406.25	9/19/2013
950 BRICKELL BAY DR # 2800	774	1	1	0	359,000	332,500	429.587	9/16/2013
951 BRICKELL AV # 2407	1113	2	2	0	465,000	450,000	404.313	9/9/2013
950 BRICKELL BAY DR # 2910	1278	2	2	1	689,000	650,000	508.607	9/3/2013
950 BRICKELL BAY DR # 1702	817	1	1	0	350,000	338,000	413.709	8/30/2013
950 BRICKELL BAY DR # 1601	774	1	1	0	349,995	335,000	432.817	8/27/2013
950 BRICKELL BAY DR # 3311	1278	2	2	1	670,000	640,000	500.782	8/16/2013
950 BRICKELL BAY DR # 4910	1278	2	2	1	759,000	715,000	559.468	8/9/2013
950 BRICKELL BAY DR # 2101	774	1	1	0	350,000	340,000	439.276	8/8/2013
951 BRICKELL AV # 403	702	1	1	0	300,000	297,000	423.077	8/6/2013
951 BRICKELL AV # 2607	1113	2	2	0	520,000	480,000	431.267	8/2/2013
950 BRICKELL BAY DR # 5404	1101	2	2	0	640,000	590,000	535.876	7/26/2013
951 BRICKELL AV # 3010	1289	2	2	1	699,000	650,000	504.267	7/24/2013
950 BRICKELL BAY DR # 5206	986	2	2	0	569,900	548,000	555.78	7/23/2013
950 BRICKELL BAY DR # 2305	1101	2	2	0	489,000	465,000	422.343	7/18/2013
950 BRICKELL BAY DR # 1700	774	1	1	0	334,900	332,500	429.587	7/9/2013
951 BRICKELL AV # 2504	1200	2	2	0	540,000	525,000	437.5	7/8/2013
951 BRICKELL AV # 511	1398	2	2	1	448,777	440,000	314.735	7/3/2013
950 BRICKELL BAY DR # 1706	986	2	2	0	375,000	380,000	385.396	7/1/2013
951 BRICKELL AV # 4110	1289	2	2	0	250,000	425,000	329.713	6/28/2013
950 BRICKELL BAY DR # 4505	1101	2	2	0	575,000	555,000	504.087	6/28/2013
950 BRICKELL BAY DR # 2103	688	1	1	0	340,000	330,000	479.651	6/26/2013
951 BRICKELL AV # 2200	774	1	1	0	350,000	350,000	452.196	6/19/2013
950 BRICKELL BAY DR # 4908	628	1	1	0	410,000	395,000	628.981	6/12/2013
951 BRICKELL AV # 2907	1113	2	2	0	469,999	450,000	404.313	6/7/2013
951 BRICKELL AV # 3700	774	1	1	0	349,000	325,000	419.897	6/4/2013
950 BRICKELL BAY DR # 1609	628	1	1	0	339,000	312,500	497.611	5/31/2013
951 BRICKELL AV # 1900	774	1	1	0	349,500	340,000	439.276	5/21/2013
951 BRICKELL AV # 3202	739	1	1	0	359,777	355,000	480.379	5/20/2013
950 BRICKELL BAY DR # 3804	1101	2	2	0	490,000	474,500	430.972	5/20/2013
951 BRICKELL AV # 3305	1120	2	2	0	449,000	445,000	397.321	5/13/2013

Active/Available Listings:

Address	Sq. Ft.	#Beds	#FB	#HB	List Price
950 BRICKELL BAY DR # 2300	847	1	1	0	399,000
951 BRICKELL AV # 4100	774	1	1	0	479,000
950 BRICKELL BAY DR # 5211	1278	2	2	1	929,000
950 BRICKELL BAY DR # 5509	2072	3	2	1	1,610,452
951 BRICKELL AV # 4103	702	1	1	0	440,000
950 BRICKELL BAY DR # 3409	628	1	1	0	440,000
950 BRICKELL BAY DR # 4501	774	1	1	0	440,000
950 BRICKELL BAY DR # 3801	847	1	1	0	399,000
951 BRICKELL AV # 2507	1113	2	2	0	495,000
951 BRICKELL AV # 909	639	1	1	0	324,000
951 BRICKELL AV # 4204	2186	3	3	0	1,550,892
951 BRICKELL AV # 4311	2800	3	3	0	1,960,892
950 BRICKELL BAY DR # 5608	1556	2	2	1	1,150,452
950 BRICKELL BAY DR # 2102	688	1	1	0	349,500
951 BRICKELL AV # 3406	1113	2	2	0	645,000
950 BRICKELL BAY DR # 1208	628	1	1	0	332,000
951 BRICKELL AV # 3409	639	1	1	0	329,000
951 BRICKELL AV # 1705	1120	2	2	0	455,000
951 BRICKELL AV # 600	857	1	1	0	329,000
951 BRICKELL AV # 1210	1395	2	2	1	575,000
950 BRICKELL BAY DR # 1804	1101	2	2	0	565,000
951 Brickell Ave # 509	639	1	1	0	305,000
951 BRICKELL AV # 1100	774	1	1	0	387,777
951 BRICKELL AV # 503	702	1	1	0	325,000
951 BRICKELL AV # 801	774	1	1	0	385,000
950 BRICKELL BAY DR # 2001	774	1	1	0	425,000
950 BRICKELL BAY DR # 4209	628	1	1	0	389,000
950 BRICKELL BAY DR # 201	1435	2	2	1	518,452
951 BRICKELL AV # 3403	762	1	1	0	389,000
950 BRICKELL BAY DR # 5201	774	1	1	0	449,000
950 BRICKELL BAY DR # 4204	1101	2	2	0	639,000
950 BRICKELL BAY DR # 4701	774	1	1	0	445,000
950 BRICKELL BAY DR # 1403	688	1	1	0	399,900
950 BRICKELL BAY DR # 5609	1558	2	2	1	970,654
950 BRICKELL BAY DR # 2708	674	1	1	0	378,000
951 BRICKELL AV # 3307	1113	2	2	0	550,000
950 BRICKELL BAY DR # 4605	1101	2	2	0	600,000
951 BRICKELL AV # 3601	774	1	1	0	377,700
951 BRICKELL AV # 4106	1113	2	2	0	750,000
951 BRICKELL AV # 1108	639	1	1	0	329,990
950 BRICKELL BAY DR # 5104	1101	2	2	0	699,000
950 BRICKELL BAY DR # 1900	774	1	1	0	355,000
951 BRICKELL AV # 2100	774	1	1	0	379,900
950 BRICKELL BAY DR # 1907	986	2	2	0	485,000
951 BRICKELL AV # 2909	639	1	1	0	375,000
950 BRICKELL BAY DR # 3310	1278	2	2	0	750,000
950 BRICKELL BAY DR # 4607	986	2	2	0	560,000

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