In the midst of Miami summertime fun and things are somewhat quiet yet both foreign & domestic buyers are still in weekly scouting the good buys from lingering inventory. Speaking of condo inventory, we see it decreasing consistently showing us a 34% (YTD) drop from July of 2010 and another 4% over the prior month. Luxury condo towers such as Jade Ocean, Jade Beach, Ocean Four and Turnberry Ocean Colony are noticing only 2 to 3 condos for sale on the most desirable floor plans and to top it off, asking 25% premiums over 2009 & 2010 closed sale comparables. Other luxury towers such as Trump Royale have sold the most desirable floor plans while Trump Tower III, the remaining Trump tower to sell out, holds firm on the final inventory that remains specific to the 3 bedroom (A model) which hovers $1.8M.

Besides uptick indicators mentioned above & below, selling prices are setting new area records in 2011. South Beach record setting Apogee just sold the most desirable Miami Beach Penthouse at $11.5 Million. This Apogee condo sale is number 10 on the list of 2011 sales records for South Miami Beach of $1,678 per square foot while the highest sale goes to W Penthouse 6 which sold on July 1st for $2,602 PSF. Miami Beaches most desirable Bath Club 3002 sold on July 20th for $1,000 PSF. Bal Harbours 2011 record condo sale went to One Bal Harbour 1501 which sold at $1,053 PSF, while Sunny Isles Beach shows us the JADE Ocean Skyloft Penthouse condo which sold for $3.5M or $1,020 per square foot.

Statistics for the month of JULY reflect 2,884 total condos for sale along the Miami-Dade County oceanfront communities of South Beach, Miami Beach, Bal Harbour, North Bay Villageand Sunny Isles Beach with condo inventory levels down 34% year to date; again this month condo inventory is down 4% over last with what is now an 11 month supply based on the previous 30-day closed sales:

** South Beach Condos: 1,036 for sale | 99 Sales in last 30 days | Average Days on Market 124 | Average Buyer Discount 5% | Average PPSF Asking $445 / Sold $413

** Miami Beach Condos: 760 for sale | 69 Sales in last 30 days | Average Days on Market 143 | Average Buyer Discount 5% | Average PPSF Asking $297 / Sold $278

** Bal Harbour Condos: 199 for sale | 7 Sales in last 30 days | Average Days on Market 188 | Average Buyer Discount 8% | Average PPSF Asking $543 / Sold $482

** North Bay Village Condos: 88 for sale | 19 Sales in last 30 days | Average Days on Market 141 | Average Buyer Discount 2% | Average PPSF Asking $129 / Sold $123

** Sunny Isles Beach Condos: 801 for sale | 61 Sales in last 30 days | Average Days on Market 138 | Average Buyer Discount 5% | Average PPSF Asking $308 / Sold $280

Miami Beach | Sunny Isles Real Estate Summary

Miami Beach condo inventory continues decreasing month over month, sale-price to list-price ratios have maintained an average 5% buyer discount while active days on market have decreased to ~ 4 months to sell. Each of these indicators prove to be good signs for market improvement. Still I’m watching and beginning to note the selling price per square foot in many cases trending upwards especially since 2009 and depending on the location & type of condo along the beaches.

Sunny Isles Beach selling prices (Ave. per square foot) decreased 2% over the prior month while Bal Harbour and South Beach condo sale prices increased 4% and 6% respectively.  Over the prior 90 day period, selling price per square foot has increased an average 4% along the beaches. For the prior month, Miami Beach (REO) Bank Owned foreclosures made up only 2% of our inventory and have sold at 101% sale to list while Miami Beach short sales made up 13% of our condo inventory and sold at 99% sale to list. 77% of all closed sales last month were cash transactions! Miami’s warm climate is most desirable and the market shift is noted as trends move in favor of a new balanced market by the end of the year. Many buyers are in to enjoy the great values of Miami Beach luxury condos and to explore what remains to be a vast amount of buying opportunity along Miami-Dade County Beaches. For more information on oceanfront locations, luxury buildings or statistics & trends simply email, find me on ‘Live Chat’ or call me toll free at 1.888.383.7326. For detailed monthly Miami Beach condo statistics emailed each month, sign up for the e-Newsletter on the right side – ‘Join Our Mailing List.’

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May 2011 – Real Estate Statistics for the Miami Beaches

March 2011 - Real Estate Statistics for the Miami Beaches

February 2011 – Real Estate Statistics for the Miami Beaches

November 2010 – Real Estate Statistics for the Miami Beaches

October 2010 – Real Estate Stats for the Miami Beaches

September 2010 - Real Estate Statistics for the Miami Beaches

June 2010 – Real Estate Statistics for the Miami Beaches

South Beach record setting Apogee just sold the most desirable Miami Beach Penthouse at $11.5 Million and was slowly reduced 48% from the original list price of $22 Million back in 2008. This sets a 2011 sales record of $1,678 per square foot while Sunny Isles Beach sold (auctioned) an Acqualina condo for $3.630M or $822 per square foot.

Statistics for the month of MAY reflect 3,210 total condos for sale along the Miami-Dade County oceanfront communities of South Beach, Miami Beach, Bal Harbour, North Bay Village and Sunny Isles Beach with condo inventory levels down 26% year to date; again this month condo inventory is down 4% over last with what is now an 11 month supply based on the previous 30-day closed sales:

** South Beach Condos: 1,158 for sale | 97 Sales in last 30 days | Average Days on Market 145 | Average Buyer Discount 6% | Average PPSF Asking $414 / Sold $379
** Miami Beach Condos: 838 for sale | 89 Sales in last 30 days | Average Days on Market 152 | Average Buyer Discount 5% | Average PPSF Asking $265 / Sold $247
** Bal Harbour Condos: 213 for sale | 11 Sales in last 30 days | Average Days on Market 151 | Average Buyer Discount 9% | Average PPSF Asking $469 / Sold $418
** North Bay Village Condos: 120 for sale | 27 Sales in last 30 days | Average Days on Market 162 | Average Buyer Discount 1% | Average PPSF Asking $130 / Sold $128
** Sunny Isles Beach Condos: 881 for sale | 66 Sales in last 30 days | Average Days on Market 142 | Average Buyer Discount 3% | Average PPSF Asking $265 / Sold $248

Miami Beach | Sunny Isles Real Estate Summary

Miami Beach condo inventory continues decreasing month over month, sale-price to list-price ratios have maintained an average 5% buyer discount while active days on market have decreased to ~ 4 months to sell. Each of these indicators prove to be good signs for market improvement. Still I’m watching and beginning to see the selling price per square foot trending upwards depending on the location along the beaches.

Sunny Isles Beach selling prices (Ave. per square foot) decreased 2% over the prior month while Bal Harbour and South Beach condo sale prices increased 4% and 6% respectively.  Over the prior 90 day period, selling price per square foot has increased an average 4% along the beaches. For the prior month, Miami Beach (REO) Bank Owned foreclosures made up only 2% of our inventory and have sold at 101% sale to list while Miami Beach short sales made up 13% of our condo inventory and sold at 99% sale to list. 77% of all closed sales last month were cash transactions! Miami’s warm climate is most desirable and the market shift is noted as trends move in favor of a new balanced market by the end of the year. Many buyers are in to enjoy the great values of Miami Beach luxury condos and to explore what remains to be a vast amount of buying opportunity along Miami-Dade County Beaches. For more information on oceanfront locations, luxury buildings or statistics & trends simply email, find me on ‘Live Chat’ or call me toll free at 1.888.383.7326. For detailed monthly Miami Beach condo statistics emailed each month, sign up for the e-Newsletter on the right side – ‘Join Our Mailing List.’

March 2011 - Real Estate Statistics for the Miami Beaches

February 2011 – Real Estate Statistics for the Miami Beaches

November 2010 – Real Estate Statistics for the Miami Beaches

October 2010 – Real Estate Stats for the Miami Beaches

September 2010 - Real Estate Statistics for the Miami Beaches

June 2010 – Real Estate Statistics for the Miami Beaches

The new year, new positive news plus an abundance of new buyers have figures on their way UP and Miami Beach real estate sales are looking stronger than ever. Inventory has fallen as a steady confidence builds along the beaches while news sources such as the Miami Herald, CNBC & Wall Street Journal relay that now is the time to own (if not last year) for the record real estate lows along the Miami Beaches.

Statistics for the month of March reflect 3,580 total condos for sale along the Miami-Dade County oceanfront communities of South Beach, Miami Beach, Bal Harbour, North Bay Village and Sunny Isles Beach with condo inventory levels down 18% year to date; again this month condo inventory is down a whopping 9% over last with what is now an 13.6 month supply based on the previous 30-day closed sales:

** South Beach Condos: 1,286 for sale | 108 Sales in last 30 days | Average Days on Market 155 | Average Buyer Discount 6% | Average PPSF Asking $404 / Sold $373
** Miami Beach Condos: 954 for sale | 68 Sales in last 30 days | Average Days on Market 138 | Average Buyer Discount 6% | Average PPSF Asking $244 / Sold $224
** Bal Harbour Condos: 208 for sale | 9 Sales in last 30 days | Average Days on Market 123 | Average Buyer Discount 6% | Average PPSF Asking $334 / Sold $338
** North Bay Village Condos: 144 for sale | 19 Sales in last 30 days | Average Days on Market 98 | Average Buyer Discount 1% | Average PPSF Asking $117 / Sold $118
** Sunny Isles Beach Condos: 988 for sale | 60 Sales in last 30 days | Average Days on Market 143 | Average Buyer Discount 7% | Average PPSF Asking $290 / Sold $262

Miami Beach | Sunny Isles Real Estate Summary

Miami Beach condo inventory continues decreasing month over month, sale-price to list-price ratios have maintained an average 5% buyer discount while active days on market have decreased to ~ 4 months to sell. Each of these indicators prove to be good signs for market improvement. Still I’m watching and beginning to see the selling price per square foot trending upwards depending on the location along the beaches. Sunny Isles Beach selling prices (Ave. per square foot) increased 12% over the prior period while Bal Harbour condo sales decreased 15%.  Over the prior 90 day period, selling price per square foot has decreased an average 2% along the beaches. For the prior month, Miami Beach (REO) Bank Owned foreclosures made up only 3% of our inventory and have sold at 101.6% sale to list while Miami Beach short sales made up 14% of our condo inventory and sold at 94% sale to list. 79% of all closed sales last month were cash transactions! Miami’s weather is perfect and the market shift is noted as trends move in favor of a new balanced market by the end of the year. Many buyers are in to enjoy the warmth (& coolness factor) of Miami Beach luxury condos and to explore what remains to be a vast amount of great opportunity along Miami-Dade County Beaches. For more information on oceanfront locations, luxury buildings or statistics & trends simply write, find me on ‘Live Chat’ or call me toll free at 1.888.383.7326.

February 2011 – Real Estate Statistics for the Miami Beaches

November 2010 – Real Estate Statistics for the Miami Beaches

October 2010 – Real Estate Stats for the Miami Beaches

September 2010 - Real Estate Statistics for the Miami Beaches

June 2010 – Real Estate Statistics for the Miami Beaches

The seasonal slope since December shows figures on their way UP and Miami Beach real estate sales are looking very good. Inventory continues to fall while Pending Sales and Selling price per square foot are up over January 8% and 5% in the neighborhoods of Bal Harbour and Sunny Isles Beach respectively.. A steady confidence builds along the beaches, while news sources such as the Miami Herald & Wall Street Journal relay now is the time to own (if not last year) for the record real estate lows of the Miami Beaches.

Statistics for the month of February reflect 3,928 total condos for sale along the Miami-Dade County oceanfront communities of South Beach, Miami Beach, Bal Harbour, North Bay Village and Sunny Isles Beach with condo inventory levels down 9% year to date; again this month condo inventory is down 2% over last month with what is now an 18.27 month supply based on the previous 30-day closed sales:

** South Beach Condos: 1,401 for sale | 81 Sales in last 30 days | Average Days on Market 139 | Average Buyer Discount 5% | Average PPSF Asking $401/Sold $371
** Miami Beach Condos: 1,044 for sale | 64 Sales in last 30 days | Average Days on Market 136 | Average Buyer Discount 5% | Average PPSF Asking $241/Sold $222
** Bal Harbour Condos: 217 for sale | 6 Sales in last 30 days | Average Days on Market 124 | Average Buyer Discount 7% | Average PPSF Asking $440/Sold $399
** North Bay Village Condos: 192 for sale | 15 Sales in last 30 days | Average Days on Market 99 | Average Buyer Discount 2% | Average PPSF Asking $123/Sold $119
** Sunny Isles Beach Condos: 1,074 for sale | 49 Sales in last 30 days | Average Days on Market 124 | Average Buyer Discount 6% | Average PPSF Asking $249/Sold $231

Miami Beach | Sunny Isles Real Estate Summary

Miami Beach condo inventory has decreased consistently 2-6% each month, sale-price to list-price ratios have reflected an average 4-6% buyer discount while active days on market have decreased to 4.13 months to sell. Each of these indicators prove to be good signs for market improvement. What I’m watching closely this year and beginning to see is the selling price per square foot jumping about depending on the location. Over the prior 90 day period, selling price per square foot has increased an average 3% along the beaches. For the prior month, Miami Beach (REO) Bank Owned foreclosures made up only 3% of our inventory and have sold at 101.58% sale to list while Miami Beach short sales made up 16% of our condo inventory and sold at 94% sale to list. 78% of all closed sales last month were cash transactions! Seasonal demand is huge, Miami’s warm and the market shift is noted as trends move in favor of a new balanced market by years end. Many buyers are in to enjoy the warmth (& coolness factor) of Miami Beach luxury condos and to explore what remains to be a vast amount of good opportunities along Miami-Dade County Beaches. For more information on oceanfront locations, luxury buildings or statistics & trends simply write, find me on ‘Live Chat’ or call me toll free at 1.888.383.7326.

November 2010 – Real Estate Statistics for the Miami Beaches

October 2010 – Real Estate Stats for the Miami Beaches

September 2010 - Real Estate Statistics for the Miami Beaches

June 2010 – Real Estate Statistics for the Miami Beaches

Miami Beach Real Estate Blog Postings have been few & far between and I plan to post a lot more in 2011. This year has been another record setting year for MiamiDreamRealty.com with more sales than in prior years and a Google dominance noted daily as the 4 niche websites and 4 blogs outperform others with customer inquiries growing by the month. I’ve started a large referral business in 2010 with very competent agents handling transactions and will be adding to this Miami Dream Team in 2011. I’ve added more great real estate information and new waterfront listings to the monthly e-Newsletter by MailChimp and encourage you to sign up for local monthly updates.

This annual report will be the 2010 year in review comparing this year’s condo sales to 2009 & 2008 for a 3-year snapshot on sales & trends.

As of December 31st 2010, there are 4,216 total Miami Beach condos for sale via MLS (S.E. Florida Multiple Listing Service) including all Miami-Dade oceanfront communities (plus North Bay Village). For general purposes, we’ll review all price ranges and in the coming weeks, I’ll post an updated pricing band analysis for select beachfront locations such as South Beach & Sunny Isles Beach condos.

MIAMI BEACH CONDO SALES

• 2010 – 3,066 condo sales (18% increase over 2009)
• 2009 – 2,522 condo sales (17% increase over 2008)
• 2008 – 2,099 condo sales (8% increase over 2007)

AVERAGE ASKING PRICE PER SQUARE FOOT

• 2010 – $310 sp/psf (6% decrease over 2009)
• 2009 – $329 sp/psf (26% decrease over 2008)
• 2008 – $442 sp/psf

AVERAGE SELLING PRICE PER SQUARE FOOT

• 2010 – $283 (3% decrease over 2009)
• 2009 – $292 (30% decrease over 2008)
• 2008 – $416

AVERAGE BUYER DISCOUNT & DAYS ON MARKET

• 2010 – 6% | 141 DOM
• 2009 – 9% | 148 DOM
• 2008 – 10% | 151 DOM

CLOSED BANK OWNED (REO) & SHORT SALE (SS) INVENTORY

• 2010 – 695 REO | 665 SS
• 2009 – 566 REO | 466 SS
• 2008 – 85 REO | 133 SS

Conflicting evidence with positive growth indicators showing condo sales increasing, inventory decreasing and buyer discounts decreasing. On the flipside of the equation, selling price per square foot of condos are also decreasing year over year. On a pricing band analysis, I suspect we may see a different story such as properties over $1M vs. properties under $250k. I find it interesting that with 4% of our Miami Beach condo inventory as bank owned and 17% of active inventory as short sales, that 2010 proved to be a very big year for bank owned (REO) sales now surpassing short sales! I’ll be reporting on new 2011 condo sales, statistics and trends so check back often for new updates on the local Miami Beach real estate market. For more information visit the many real estate websites or call toll free at 1.888.383.7326.

Just 10 hours left until 2011.. Have a happy & safe New Year!

The summer time condo trends have had their ups & downs and Miami Beach real estate sales did slow somewhat over the summer months, while inventory rose then fell back to April 2010 levels. Although a steady confidence builds along the beaches, the month of October again proved it to be a slower month for condo sales…

Statistics for the month reflect 4,356 total condos for sale along the Miami-Dade County oceanfront communities of South Beach, Miami Beach, Bal Harbour, North Bay Village and Sunny Isles Beach with condo inventory levels down 6% year to date; again this month condo inventory is down 2% over last month with what is now a 27 month supply based on the previous 30-day closed sales:

** South Beach Condos: 1,535 for sale | 56 Sales in last 30 days | Average Days on Market 127 | Average Buyer Discount 6% | Average PPSF Asking $338/Sold $308
** Miami Beach Condos: 1,219 for sale | 44 Sales in last 30 days | Average Days on Market 155 | Average Buyer Discount 5% | Average PPSF Asking $254/Sold $236
** Bal Harbour Condos: 237 for sale | 7 Sales in last 30 days | Average Days on Market 184 | Average Buyer Discount 8% | Average PPSF Asking $371/Sold $329
** North Bay Village Condos: 216 for sale | 8 Sales in last 30 days | Average Days on Market 81 | Average Buyer Discount 2% | Average PPSF Asking $130/Sold $127
** Sunny Isles Beach Condos: 1,149 for sale | 46 Sales in last 30 days | Average Days on Market 127 | Average Buyer Discount 4% | Average PPSF Asking $243/Sold $227

Miami Beach | Sunny Isles Real Estate Summary

On one side of the coin, Miami Beach condo inventory has been decreasing ~2% each month, sale-price to list-price ratios have been increasing reflecting an average 4% buyer discount while active days on market have decreased to 4.5 months to sell. All of these three indicators are good signs for improvement but on the flipside, I’m also seeing selling price per square foot on the consistent, downward trend. For the prior month, Miami Beach (REO) Bank Owned foreclosures made up only 4% of our inventory and have sold at 101% sale to list while Miami Beach short sales made up 18% of our condo inventory and sold at 96% sale to list. 79% of all closed sales last month were cash transactions! Seasonal demand has been huge and short term luxury rentals available via MLS are almost completely absorbed. Many vacationers will be in for the holidays to enjoy the cool bliss of Miami Beach during winter and to explore the vast opportunity along Miami-Dade County Beaches. For more information on oceanfront locations, luxury buildings or statistics & trends simply write, find me on ‘Live Chat’ or call me toll free at 1.888.383.7326.

October 2010 – Real Estate Stats for the Miami Beaches

September 2010 - Real Estate Statistics for the Miami Beaches

June 2010 – Real Estate Statistics for the Miami Beaches

The summer time buyer mentality is that Miami Beach real estate sales slow down and although a steady confidence builds, the month of September again proved it to be so…

Statistics for the month reflect 4,434 total condos for sale along the oceanfront communities of South Beach, Miami Beach, Bal Harbour, North Bay Village and Sunny Isles Beach and down 5% over this time last year; down 2% over last month:

** South Beach Condos: 1,621 for sale | 58 Sales in last 30 days | Average Days on Market 138 | Average Buyer Discount 4% | Average PPSF Asking $337/Sold $311
** Miami Beach Condos: 1,205 for sale | 39 Sales in last 30 days | Average Days on Market 150 | Average Buyer Discount 6% | Average PPSF Asking $255/Sold $236
** Bal Harbour Condos: 232 for sale | 4 Sales in last 30 days | Average Days on Market 147 | Average Buyer Discount 9% | Average PPSF Asking $380/Sold $332
** North Bay Village Condos: 232 for sale | 12 Sales in last 30 days | Average Days on Market 79 | Average Buyer Discount 3% | Average PPSF Asking $136/Sold $130
** Sunny Isles Beach Condos: 1,144 for sale | 51 Sales in last 30 days | Average Days on Market 142 | Average Buyer Discount 4% | Average PPSF Asking $240/Sold $231

Seasonal demand is huge and short term luxury rentals are rare. Customers will be in for the holidays to enjoy the bliss of Miami during winter and to explore the vast opportunity along Miami-Dade County Beaches. For more information on oceanfront locations, buildings or statistics simply write, find me on ‘Live Chat’ or call me toll free at 1.888.383.7326.

September 2010 - Real Estate Statistics for the Miami Beaches

Good news regarding Miami real estate.

Statistic for the month reflect 4,263 total condos for sale along the oceanfront communities of South Beach to Sunny Isles, down 19% over this time last year:

South Beach Condos – 1,590 for sale | 85 Sales in last 30 days | Average Days on Market 141 | Average Buyer Discount 6% | Average PPSF Asking $385/Sold $349

Miami Beach Condos – 1,159 for sale | 58 Sales in last 30 days | Average Days on Market 143 | Average Buyer Discount 3% | Average PPSF Asking $312/Sold $285

Bal Harbour Condos – 224 for sale | 3 Sales in last 30 days | Average Days on Market 132 | Average Buyer Discount 10% | Average PPSF Asking $511/Sold $445

North Bay Village Condos – 238 for sale | 14 Sales in last 30 days | Average Days on Market 98 | Average Buyer Discount 2% | Average PPSF Asking $135/Sold $129

Sunny Isles Beach Condos – 1,052 for sale | 46 Sales in last 30 days | Average Days on Market 140 | Average Buyer Discount 8% | Average PPSF Asking $276/Sold $245

Video is related to Downtown Miami which is also improving in condo sales; see Lucas Lechuga’s MiamiCondoInvestments.com for Downtown & Brickell results. For more information along the Miami beaches call me toll free at 1.888.383.7326.

South Beach & Miami Beach lofts were almost unheard of until the real estate boom from 2002 to 2005. As developers looked for something fresh and unique, the loft craze took off and yet still only make up a small fraction of Miami condo inventory. Originally popular with artists, they are now highly sought-after by others looking for open “creative” space. Different than the normal boxed in condominium, a loft condo is a 2-story adaptable open space created for residential use. While some of these loft units were created by developers during the renovation of old buildings such as found in Downtown Miami, a number of them are brand new mid-rise developments as seen along the Miami beaches.

The loft term was used loosely in 2003 with loft condos becoming difficult to acquire and typically priced over $500,000 while today they begin as low as $275,000. Loft-style refers to an open space with high ceilings and typically only 1-story, while a true traditional loft is a 2-story floor plan usually opened up from the living room (as seen below) exposing the upper or lower areas. A Miami loft is not to be confused with a townhome which has the open areas enclosed adding additional interior space yet having stairs leading to the upper level of the residence. Both types of lofts offer buyers or tenants proximity to urban amenities afforded by traditional lofts, but without perceived safety risks of living in economically depressed formerly industrial areas. Below we will explore Miami Beach loft condo inventory and the differences from South Miami Beach up to the island of North Bay Village and North Beach (NoBe) and in no special order.

South Beach Lofts

• Ilona Lofts South Beach
• Sundance (townhome) South Beach
• Absolut Lofts South Beach
• Alliage Lofts South Beach
• Manhattan Lofts South Beach
• SoBe Bay Lofts South Beach
• South of Fifth Lofts South Beach
• Meridian (Loft Style) South Beach
• Montclair (Loft Style) South Beach
• Neville (Loft Style) South Beach
• Nine 45 Lofts South Beach
• The Lofts at South Beach
• El Cyclon Lofts South Beach
• Industry (Loft Style) South Beach

Miami Beach Lofts

• Bay View Lofts Miami Beach
• Vilasol Lofts North Miami Beach (NoBe)
• Vilamur Lofts North Miami Beach (NoBe)
• Vilazul Lofts North Miami Beach (NoBe)

North Bay Village Lofts

• Space 01 (Loft Style) North Bay Village (island)
• Adagio Lofts North Bay Village (island)

For additional Miami Beach Loft information or to inquire on purchasing or leasing call or write 1.888.383.7326

Happy New Year friends and this will be post #1 of 2010. Here’s a shocking new thought for 2010… Just because it sold for that price in 2008 & 2009, does it mean you can buy it for that price today? It seems to be happening again and again as inventory decreases.. Will there be a tough time understanding & coping just opposite to the seller reluctancy seen in 2007 as the Miami Beach real estate market came to a standstill?

The buying window of opportunity in “catching the bottom” may be leaving in 2010. My 2010 forecast will be coming in the next few posts as I discuss market stats, trends and the direction this year could go in as relay that NOW is the time to find the bottom of South Beach to Sunny Isles Beach. Sale to List Price Ratio have jumped from 88% to 92%.

On the flipside, we will always find opportunities so if you wait this year to watch I am certain you can find the “deal.” Some buildings are already seeing appreciation. Space 01 for example went up 23% in the last 90 days! 11 Island Avenue has gone up 13% in the last 6 months. Roney Palace is on the direction up and more (FNMA Financing now Approved) to come..

Many would consider condo deals to be under ie) $250k but from $150 to $5.5M, here are my top choices for January 2010 in which I expect sales to occur within the next 60-90 days. I have previewed the majority with customers and these have been the top choices.. these links are LIVE so we’ll all soon find out once the Status changes from Active to Pending to Closed.

• #1 $199k – Indian Creek Club Marina #6F (Short Sale)
• #2 $299k – Bay View Loft #206 (Approved Short Sale)
• #3 $439k - Roney Palace #1539
• #4 $445k – Oceania V #1852 (Corporate Owned)
• #5 $480k - La Perla #3406 (Approved Short Sale)
• #6 $649k – Trump Palace PH5103
• #7 $1.350M – Trump Palace #4902
• #8 $1.399M – Ocean Four #1101
• #9 $3.690M – Jade Ocean D2 (Flow Through only 1 of 2) Penthouse
• #10 $5.395M - Il Villaggio #1405

Preview Daily Updates on Miami Beach | Sunny Isles Condo Deals & Repos

Space 01 Package Sale.

The name says it all with 1,800+ loft area living space and the type of raw, open real estate you either love or hate. I’ve always been a fan of this property so thought it would be informative to promote it here… I came across an incredible deal at Space 01 last week and it’s not yet (until now) being marketed… Either a single unit sale on a 7th floor (2/2) just under $200k or an investor package deal at 5 units for $200k each ($1M).  This is a really great opportunity that appears to be a distressed sale with the owner ready to let them go at a low ‘package deal’ price. True creative loft space that many developers tried to immitate during the boom and priced to sell even at the $250,000 (today’s market value price) yet has the potential to be purchased at this solid discount. One is on the 5th floor (corner), a very desirable unit offering a huge terrace (~400 SqFt) and asking $275k (not yet on market). Rental income per unit is a very fast $1,700 month income to $2,000 month when finished correctly inside!

• 2008 Taxes ~$9,353 (Taxes pro-rated year 1 at 2008 figures and lowered substantially on year 2 at ~2% sale price plus factoring neighboring sales ie. $4,200-5,800/year estimate)
• Maintenance $675 x 12 = $8,100 year
• Total Est. Yearly Expense = $17,453
• Rental Income $1,900 x 12 = $22,800
• Immediate ‘flip potential’ at $250k-$259,000

Space 01 Condos.

Space 01 Condos were built in 2006 on the Miami Beach island of North Bay Village. Compromised of only 54 total units and a unique 12′ ceiling loft concept, Space 01 is a true Miami loft building. These large loft spaces come with 2 garage parking spaces and boasts 1,880 square feet with open & unobstructed Biscayne Bay views, Snaidero kitchen cabinets, Miele & Subzero appliances plus an elevated jacuzzi bathtub gazing over Biscayne Bay’s exceptional water views. When you walk into the residence, there is a small room to with the second bathroom in which many unit owners turn this into a childs room, den or office. The large hurricane impact glass windows span the interior and open up (see below) to the breezes outside. Amenities include a large fitness center with a rooftop pool & hot tub overlooking the entire Island vicinity. There are 2 personal negatives on the Space 01 property which include a catwalk style entryway to your condo and no terraces other than these special 5th floor units which offer ample terrace space. As for the project itself, a major turnaround has occurred since it’s 2006 inception with speculators losing their “space” and riding high in foreclosure reality from $500k-$650,000 as original purchase price, now down to $250,000 which is where the recent bank owned (sold & pending comps) have turned. The board recently hired Keystone management so Space 01 should have corrected itself as there have been foreclosed units (now absorbed) and delinquent maintenance fees (Maintenance increased to $675 to compensate) for some time. I’m very confident in this property producing great returns as long term hold with $106 per square foot being WAY below reproduction costs. The interior seems to make up for this terrace discrepancy as you see in these photographs.

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Miami Cash Investors looking for Miami Beach Bank Owned Condo Deals under $100,000 with VIEWS… Here are the best 8 condo deals including REO’s (bank owned) with water views that I expect to sell within 90 days.

I encourage you to use the Miami Dade County Tax Estimator here.  These waterfront condos, when owned outright will return 2 to 5% (ROI).

This VIDEO has NOTHING to do with North Bay Village Real Estate although I liked it and thought you might also.. it must be watched in it’s entirety to make sense.

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North Bay Village Western Sunset Views

Cielo on the Bay

I had the chance today to step inside of the new development Cielo on the Bay on the island of North Bay Village. Although a premature tour, I was very impressed with the floor plans and outstanding Biscayne Bay Views. The property looks great and will soon be the premier building on the island. Why, you ask? Private elevators enter into the foyer, Flow Through floor plans, Marina holding 35-50′ vessel, Rooftop pool and Jacuzzi, 2 parking spaces per unit and the privacy of only (36 residences) 4 units per floor. The location itself is ultra quiet and private off the right fork of Harbour Island (behind the fire and police department) known as East Drive. The prices as all Miami Beach properties are negotiable with “asking prices” ranging around $1 Million (1800 interior square feet) for a 2 Bedroom with 3 Bath plus an office/den. The lower 4th floor is justifyably unique with 3,500 of terrace space and high ceilings. The dock spaces are sold separately and now would be a good time to arrange a package deal. Contact me today for an interview if you’re looking to buy or sell at Cielo on the Bay or any other properties related to North Bay Village real estate.

Cielo on the Bay Views

Developer Mario Egozi, founder of Egozi Development, Inc. has been in the real estate and construction industry for 25 years. He has specialized in high end residential construction in New York City for the past 22 years and has developed several residential projects in the New York City area. A native of Miami, Egozi has teamed up with Revuelta, Vega, Leon PC Architects for the development of Cielo. Architect Luis Revuelta, principal of Revuelta, Vega, Leon PC is one of the most respected architects working in the South Florida region today. Best known for his highly striking Miami condominiums, The Santa Maria, Bristol Towers and Porto Vita Towers. Revuelta’s innovative work continues with the sleek, spacious design of Cielo.

FLOOR PLANS

Cielo Lanai 4

It’s been quiet so far this week on rentals. Last week we brought in 2 couples. The two couples I’ve taken in really loved what your condo had to offer but did’nt return my follow up call. The best couple was the offer at 2-3 years at a discount, but like Andrew, we think it’s priced well (1750 sf) at $2,400/month! I’ll keep you posted with each showing…

Realtor two questions for me. Can he / she refer a good appraiser? Take a look at my Local Partners page here

And also if the unit was listed now what and how long would it take to sell. Best guess If it were 5-10% less than the other units at The Lexi then it would be the first in line to sell. On the flipside when factoring in a high floor, finished condo compared to the majority ‘raw’ units it would deliver a premium price. Today there are only 10 units for sale at The Lexi ranging from $455,000 to $639,900 and in analyzing North Bay Village real estate and other condos such as 360 Condos, The Bridgewater, Eloquence, Space 01 and Blue Bay Towers my gut feeling is Lexi Condo Values selling at approximately $300 psf. The corner units are rare, there are zero pending sales and so far there seems to be less than 3 lights on in The Lexi at night. Best regards to both of you and please fire away with any other questions or concerns!

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Think Big, Aim High, Act Bold,

The Lexi of North Bay Village real estate has now opened it’s doors. Closing over 55 units, we now have unique, oversized loft style condos with exceptional views of the Downtown Miami skyline and the Biscayne Bay. What’s great for our North Bay Village FL community is the addition of new retail shopping space such as Starbucks a gourmet bakery and more space now available…

“Residences are sized for living large, ranging from 1,458 to 1,753 sq. ft. under air. 10 foot ceilings, oversized sliding glass doors, and bay view windows also add to the open-air feeling. With sweeping panoramic views of Biscayne Bay from just about every vantage point in your home, you’ll have the perfect atmosphere for large scale entertaining as well as intimate private moments.”

Today’s Lexi condo values range from $1,900 (1+Den) to $2,400 (2+Den) to rent a condo and $455,000 to $815,000 (corner A1 1753 sf). Call 1.888.38.DREAM or write to find out more or visit LEXI Condos Retail Space also available if you are looking for open retail on the busy JFK causeway next to a Starbucks (great location!).