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Miami Beach Living – Murano Grande
Lovely 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom unit at 400 Alton Rd #1405 in the Murano Grande on South Beach. Located in the SoFi district of Miami Beach, the waterfront building features a tennis court, pool and gym. Offered for sale at $1,090,000 and for rent at $4,500. Contact the Restivo Hechtman Team for showings & more info.
Local Miami Events: Coral Gables Restaurant Week
Coral Gables Restaurant Week is back! A play on Miami Spice, patrons enjoy fixed menus at lunch and dinner. Restaurants such as Bangkok Bangkok, Ortanique on the Mile, Spris, Tarpon Bend and Ruth's Chris are among some of the restaurants participating in this great event. Restaurant Week,...
Miami Homes For Sale: “WOOLBRIGHT DREAM GREEN REALITY AWARD” Smathers Four Fillies Farm:GREEN LIVING FINALIST!
Located in the heart of the Village of Pinecrest, this South Florida model of environmental Green Living feels something akin to living in a National Park! Beyond bucolic, Smathers Four Fillies Farm is a rare community offering a unique concept, and an even rarer opportunity to live in a...
Hurricane Season Has Arrived-Everything You Need To Know About A Storm: Before, During and After
Hurricane season is upon us and the County has ways for us to stay prepared. They have released a guide that helps make sure you and your family, your home and pets are already for storm season. The season runs from June 1 to November 30 and though the past few years have been relatively inactive...
Real Estate and the Crystal Ball: A glimpse into the Green House of the Future
THE most frequently asked Real Estate Question always asks for a magic CRYSTAL BALL. Who has it? What does the future hold? The Wall Street Journal offers a sneak peek into the future, and a glimpse into how top architects envision the Green House of the Future . You might be surprised....
Pinecrest Homes for Sale: OPEN HOUSE – Four Fillies Farm – Be Part of the UNIVERSITY of MIAMI COMMUNITY
A private 32 acre University of Miami gated community will be open to the public this Sunday, May 17th, from 2:30pm until 5:00pm. Nestled on grounds maintained by Fairchild Botanic Tropical Gardens in the heart of Pinecrest, you are surrounded by natural hammocks, mango trees in full...
Miami Homes For Sale – Open House: 14810 SW 97 Ave, Miami Florida
Come preview this OPEN HOUSE, and feel as though you are living in paradise. This lovely, fully updated, four bedroom home in the Falls Area will be open for viewing this Sunday, May 17th (NOON - 2PM). 14810 SW 97th Avenue has all the bells and whistles, and is set amid tranquil...
Miami Real Estate: Spectacular Home For Sale – 14810 SW 97 Av – Located on Quiet Cul-de-Sac
This wonderful home is located on a serene cul-de-sac of only four homes. It features calming views and exotic plantings. Huge expanse of grassy lawn with lots of shade and a special tree house. Luxurious heated pool with a waterfall and exquisite outdoor lighting. French doors lead to enormous...
Miami Homes for sale: Smathers Four Fillies-Exclusive University of Miami Gated Community: 11411 Smathers Cr. Pinecrest; Miami Real Estate
This University of Miami Luxury Enclave is built on the 32-acre Smathers Estate, located between Red Road and Old Cutler. This exclusive Gated Community is made up of 30 Private Villas built by Breakstone and 21-acres of surrounding grounds. The Private Community contains walking trails, a...
New Listing For Lease at 55 Merrick in Coral Gables
This two bedroom /two bathroom condo in the heart of residential Coral Gables features a beautiful kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. Large living room area perfect for entertaining. Floor to ceiling glass... Great views of Downtown Miami from your endless wraparound...
Andy’s Cup Tennis Tournament
I remember Andy's Cup as a smaller-scale pro-level tennis tournament than the 2009 version, which is now held on the beautiful tree canopied grounds of Coral Oaks Tennis Club each spring. A few years back it was hosted by it's creator, Dr Jules Cadet, in his own Pinecrest...
Youth Arts Day & Music Festival in Palmetto Bay April 26th for Charity
"Come Together" on April 26th : another free event in Miami for students K-12 (and $10 for adults).... at the Deering Estate at Cutler (10-5pm) at 16701 SW 72 Avenue in Palmetto Bay. This collaborative event hosted by STUDENTS OFFERING SUPPORT and the DEERING ESTATE is a fun outdoor...
Earth Week: 12 Best Tips to Green Your Home for Less
Is your home eco-friendly and energy efficient, or are those hard-earned dollars of yours going down the drain? In honor of Earth Day and Earth Week, here are a handful of ways to "Green Your Home For Less": Here are the 12 Top Eco-friendly Homeowner Tips to Green Your Home and Save Money: ...
House of the Cover of EWM MAILER: 9365 SW 170 Lane in Palmetto Bay is BACK ON THE MARKET!
"Up for grabs!" This featured home on the March 2009 EWM MAILER COVER PAGE, 9365 SW 170 Lane in Palmetto Bay, is back up for grabs! (Buyer was unable to close.) EWM's "SMART LIVING CHOICE" , this 4 bedroom, 2 bath home, with sparkling pool , and private fenced yard , 2 car garage, and...
Broker’s Open April 22: “Cul-de-Sac” 4 bedroom CORPORATE RELOCATION $572,000
This cul-de-sac 4-bedroom beauty, renovated with top upgrades and finishes (by her engineer owner, fully expecting to settle into this cul-de-sac gem himself, permanently) is FOR SALE. A corporate transfer makes this a golden opportunity for a new buyer... because of LOCATION, QUALITY,...
Habitat for Humanity: Women Build … Role the Videotape !
I signed up to build a house for Habitat for Humanity. My assignment: Roofing and Insulation! Holy mackerel! To say that this will be an "entirely new experience" is an utterly blatant understatement ... never having done roofing or insulation, either one... and only on very rare...