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Just Rented with Option to Buy: Coconut Grove Townhouse

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3103 Oak Ave., Coconut Grove, FL 33133
3 beds/2.5 baths | 2,200 sf | built in 2004 | rented for $3,800/month

You may recall that I recently listed this townhouse in Center Coconut Grove, and I’m pleased to inform you that the property just closed!  Although the property was originally listed for sale, the owners ultimately decided to also list it for rent due to the short time frame in which they were closing on their new home.  Their hope was that this would increase the number of prospects for the property and thus provide them with the cash they needed for their new purchase.  The perfect solution? A lease with an option to buy!  We ended up finding a couple that was in the process of selling their own home and looking to relocate to the Grove.  They needed to be out of their house quickly, but they weren’t prepared to buy a new house in that short amount of time.  As a result, they entered into a lease for $3,800/month and paid a non-refundable deposit for an option to buy the house within a certain number of months and at an agreed-upon price (I cannot disclose the sales price until the property closes, assuming the renters exercise the option to buy).  This type of transaction is not all that common, but in this case, it was an ideal arrangement for all of the parties!

If you are interested in buying or selling a home, you need an experienced Realtor that thinks outside the box and can help you navigate through the tricky terrain of home buying and selling.  I am your Coconut Grove resident specialist and I also work in the surrounding neighborhoods including Pinecrest, Coral Gables, South Miami, Brickell/Downtown Miami and Miami Beach.  I would love the opportunity to work with you – contact me today at 305.799.2124 or lindsayrubens@avatarflorida.com for a confidential discussion about buying or selling a home in Miami!

Reduced! – 3103 Oak Ave., Coconut Grove

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3103 Oak Ave., Coconut Grove, FL 33133 | 3 bedrooms/2.5 bathrooms | 2,200 sf | Built in 2004 | Room for a pool | Asking $639,000

You may recall that I recently listed this townhouse in Center Coconut Grove for sale.  Well, the seller is serious about selling it – quickly – and just reduced the price to $639,000 (the original asking price was $669,000).  It’s a beautiful home with 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,200 square feet of living space, and a fenced backyard with room for a pool (see renderings below).  The home features marble floors throughout the living areas and bamboo wood in the bedrooms, a luxurious master suite with a built-out, walk-in closet and double sinks in the bathroom, and 1 car garage.  The driveway is made of beautiful Chicago brick pavers and the house is gated for extra privacy and security.

The owners made a handful of modern updates to the property, including resurfacing the kitchen cabinets, adding a counter-depth refrigerator and new kitchen faucet, opening up the enclosed staircase and adding a modern railing, installing a “Nest” thermostat (which is motion-sensor, learns your habits and can be controlled from your smartphone!) and installing beautiful, modern light fixtures.  The location on Oak Avenue can’t be beat – you’re directly across the street from the tennis courts at Kirk Munroe Park and Coconut Grove Elementary School, and walking distance to everything Center Grove has to offer! – schools, cafes, shops, farmer’s markets, and more!

The owners will be holding an Open House all weekend from 12:00pm – 3:00pm on Saturday and Sunday – stop by with your friends and family to check out the house in person!  You can always contact me directly at 305-799-2124 or lindsayrubens@avatarflorida.com for more information or to schedule a private showing.

To see all the photos, see my original “Just Listed” post, here.  You can also view the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) report, here.

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Under $500k: Adorable, Updated Home in Coral Gables

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1225 Tangier Street, Coral Gables, FL 33134
2 beds/2 baths | 1,224 sf | 7,500 sf lot | Built in 1937 | Offered at $495,000 | Listed by Jorge Fernandez with One Sotheby’s International Realty

Get ready to swoon! For today’s Under $500k, we have this Coral Gables home that’s as cute as a button.  Listed for $495,000, the home has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,224 square feet of living space and a 7,500 square foot lot.  This house may be cozy but it exudes character!  I’m loving the combination of its charming, original features (like the fireplace, exposed brick in the kitchen, Spanish tile and wood beam ceilings in the sunny family room) with modern updates (renovated bathrooms, updated kitchen, and recessed lighting).   And check out those gleaming hardwood floors!  Other notable features include a 1 car garage, a charming outdoor patio, and a beautifully landscaped lot.

 As for location, the home sits on a quiet, tree-lined street just off of Granada Blvd. and is walking distance to nearby parks, country clubs and golf courses.  It’s also a quick drive to Downtown Coral Gables, Miami airport and major highways.

Check out all the photos below and contact me at lindsayrubens@avatarflorida.com or 305-799-2124 for more info!

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New Details on Park Grove via the Miami Herald

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Coincidentally, the Miami Herald ran an article on Park Grove shortly after my blog post yesterday.    The article reveals new details on the 5.2 acre project, including that the two 20-story bayfront towers (Tower 1 and 2) will each have 72 units, and that the third tower (also 20-stories) will have 140 smaller units toward the rear of the property.   The bayfront towers will have floor-to-ceiling glass exterior walls with 12-foot ceilings, and the rear tower (Tower 3) will have 10-foot ceilings.

The Herald also reports that only one of the two bayfront towers is open for reservations, and about 30 percent of the units have sold since May.  The rear tower, which began taking reservations three weeks ago, is about 20 percent sold.   Construction is expected to begin early next year.  As for prices, the bayfront tower currently for sale is priced in excess of $1,000 per square foot, ranging from about $2.1 million for a 2-bedroom, 2 1/2-bath unit to about $4.6 million for a 4-bedroom, 5 1/2-bath unit, excluding penthouses.  Tower 3, which will have smaller units, is about $900 a square foot.

The project also includes a scheduled “major public-private makeover” of the waterfront, a new park, as well as a 50,000-square-foot “retail village” at the rear of the property by Mary Street and Tigertail Avenue.  It is also reported that the project will include a variety of artwork, notably a sculpture installation by Spanish artist Jaume Plensa that will be displayed in front of the development.

You can view the full article here.

Miami New Construction Spotlight – Park Grove

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Park Grove
Bayfront Residences
2701 Bayshore Drive | Coconut Grove

In this Miami New Construction Spotlight, I’m featuring the newest pre-construction project to hit the Coconut Grove neighborhood: Park Grove.  Designed by Rem Koolhaas’ Office for Metropolitan Architecture and developed by Terra Group and Related Group, Park Grove will sit on Bayshore Drive at the site of the Coconut Grove Bank, providing expansive views of the bay, marina and the village of Coconut Grove.

Described as striking “a thoughtful balance between direct access to downtown Miami and a sense of serenity and separation,”  Park Grove is the ultimate location for those who desire that perfect combination of “upscale bohemian living” in Coconut Grove, with the excitement of Miami’s nightlife at their fingertips.

The project will consist of 3 towers and will be constructed in phases with Towers 2 and 3 being sold first.   Floor plans will range from 1-4 bedrooms with approximately 800 sq ft to nearly 3,000 sq ft.   One of the notable features of Park Grove is that the units will be delivered totally finished (similar to Echo Brickell), with interiors by William Sofield (if you’ve seen Sofield’s work, you know these interiors will be très chic).

Scroll down for photos and more info:

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Features of Park Grove:

  • Developed by Terra Group & Related Group
  • Designed by World-Renowned Architect OMA /Rem Koolhaas
  • Expansive Bay and City Views
  • Certified LEED ® Silver
  • 24-Hour Concierge and Valet Service
  • Nautical Themed Concierge for Booking Yachts, Boats, Sailing Lessons, etc.
  • Butler Service
  • Private Business Center with Meeting Rooms
  • Lush Landscaped Gardens by Enzo Enea
  • Sculpture Garden
  • Artwork by Notable Sculptors and Artists
  • Lobbies and Amenity Area Designed by William Sofield
  • Luxurious Pool with Private Cabanas
  • Bayview Dining Room for Private Events
  • Dedicated Penthouse Pools
  • Wine Cellar and Wine Lockers for Residents
  • Indoor /Outdoor Yoga Spaces
  • Large Conference Room /Boardroom with Video Conferencing Capabilities and Integrated Media Systems
  • Library
  • Fitness Rooms, Reception, and Mail Room for each Residential Tower
  • Bike and Watercraft Storage
  • Residents Lounge for Events
  • Children’s Indoor and Outdoor Play Area
  • Private Screening / Media Room
  • Adult Gaming Room including Billiards and Table Tennis

Amenities include:

  • Private Club to be Accessed by all Park Grove Residents
  • Curated Events and Speaking Appearances by Top Leaders in
  • Diverse Industries, Private Musical Performances by Acclaimed Artists, Private Movie Screenings, and Epicurean Events
  • Concierge Services
  • Large Dining Area and Full Service Kitchen with Acclaimed Chef
  • Library /Lounge Area
  • Social Spaces
  • State-of-the-Art Fitness Center, including:
  • Top-of-the-Line Fitness Equipment and Free Weights
  • Private Training Rooms, including Yoga, Pilates, and Spinning Studio
  • Spa with Personal Treatment Rooms, Steam, and Sauna
  • Men’s and Women’s Locker Rooms

Residence features:

  • 1, 2, 3 and 4 bedroom floor plans
  • 3 buildings (Tower 1, Tower 2, and Park Grove “Club Residences”)
  • Interiors Designed by William Sofield
  • Italian Cabinetry with Glass Doors and Stone Countertops
  • Sub-Zero / Wolf Appliances

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Views from Park Grove:

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There is no question that Park Grove is going to be an incredible project, from the architecture and art to the landscape and interiors.  And as a new “Groveite” myself, I can honestly tell you that Coconut Grove is one of the most special neighborhoods in Miami and a wonderful place to live.  If you’re interested in this project or looking for more information on Coconut Grove or the surrounding neighborhoods in Miami, contact me today at lindsayrubens@avatarflorida.com or 305.799.2124.