Park Grove Condos Review Complete with Prices, Photos, Video, and Floor Plans
This morning I had the distinct pleasure of touring the amenities and grounds at the upcoming ultra-luxury condominium development in Coconut Grove called Park Grove. I was joined by my wonderful girlfriend Brittany who is also an agent on the Miami Condo Investments team and an occasional real estate blogger. We were delighted to receive the exclusive invitation, well aware that construction tours for Park Grove had recently been halted, and hearing that furnishings for the common areas had only just been delivered in recent days.
When will residences at Park Grove be delivered?
Park Grove is comprised of three towers: One Park Grove, Two Park Grove, and Park Grove Club Residences. Although it seems backwards, the towers at Park Grove will be delivered in reverse order with closings at Park Grove Club Residences (Tower 3) beginning this coming week, closings for residences at Two Park Grove (Tower 2) slated to begin next month (July 2018), and closings for residences at One Park Grove (Tower 1) expected to begin towards the end of 2019. The developer is essentially saving the BEST for last because One Park Grove will offer the most panoramic water views of all three towers.
Park Grove Collaborators; Details & Specs
Park Grove is a collaboration between development titans Terra Group and Related Group and world-famous architecture firms OMA and Arquitectonica. New York City-based design team Meyer Davis has designed the lobbies and common area spaces at Park Grove while famed interior designer William Sofield has designed the lavish kitchens and baths. Last but not least, internationally-acclaimed landscape architect Enzo Enea added his finishing touches to Park Grove by delivering a magnificent design for its outdoor common area spaces.
All three towers at Park Grove rise 23 stories, but One Park Grove and Two Park Grove will each have just 67 condo residences while Park Grove Club Residences will include 129. The units at One Park Grove and Two Park Grove will enjoy 12-foot high ceilings with floor-to-ceiling glass windows while the ceilings at Park Grove Club Residences are 10 feet high. Additionally, all residences at One Park Grove and Two Park Grove will have private elevators while those at Park Grove Club Residences will share a common hallway.
The address for One Park Grove is 2811 S Bayshore Dr, Miami, FL 33133.
The address for Two Park Grove is 2821 S Bayshore Dr, Miami, FL 33133.
The address for Park Grove Club Residences is 2831 S Bayshore Dr, Miami, FL 33133.
Park Grove Amenities
For the most part, the three towers at Park Grove share amenities. Park Grove Club Residences is the exception; it has a rooftop pool which is exclusive to residents of that tower. It should be noted, however, this “extra” amenity comes at a price. On a price per square foot basis, the condominium association dues for units at Park Grove Club Residences are higher than that of One Park Grove and Two Park Grove.
Immediately above, I’ve included a Park Grove site plan of the pool / garden level amenities deck. Below is a list of the amenities shared by residents of One Park Grove, Two Park Grove, and Park Grove Residences:
24-hour doorman, full-service concierge, and security
Butler service
Signature restaurant, bar, and catering by Chef Michael Schwartz
Resident concierge app
500 feet of bayfront pools and pool deck
Park Grove poolside lounge and bistro
Poolside cabanas and towel service
Jacuzzis
Full-service bar
Private dining & event space
28-seat private screening room
Indoor and outdoor children’s play areas
Wine tasting rooms with private wine storage
Lobby living room
Lounges
Business centers and meeting rooms
Whole body fitness centers
Mind-body wellness lounge
Indoor yoga studio and outdoor yoga area
Mens’ locker room
Women’s’ locker room
Signature spa with treatment rooms
Couples treatment room
Bio-sauna with aroma infusion and herbal steam
Personal training room / yoga / pilates studio
Library
Package rooms and mail rooms
World-class art collection throughout the common areas
Espresso bars
Private dining room
Five acres of private gardens designed by Enzo Enea
Availability, Pricing, and Floor Plans for Residences at Park Grove
Park Grove Club Residences (Tower 3) is completely sold out of developer inventory; it has been since early 2017. However, the good news is that resale inventory should hit the market in the coming weeks as contract holders begin closing with the developer. And if you are interested in possibly renting a unit at Park Grove Club Residences, I expect rental listings at Park Grove Club Residences to hit the market in the coming weeks as well. The units at Park Grove Club Residences come finished with flooring throughout, so it shouldn’t take long for new owners to get them ready for tenants to live in.
Closings for residences at Two Park Grove (Tower 2) are expected to begin next month (July 2018). As of this writing, just three developer units remain for sale at Two Park Grove:
Residence 4B – a 3 Bed + Den / 3.5 Bath residence with 2,884 interior square feet, 394 square feet of balcony, private elevator, and 12-foot high ceilings with floor-to-ceiling glass windows – asking $2,457,000 ($852 per square foot)
Residence 4C – a 2 Bed + Den / 2.5 Bath residence with 2,232 interior square feet, 314 square feet of balcony, private elevator, and 12-foot high ceilings with floor-to-ceiling glass windows – asking $1,845,000 ($827 per square foot)
Penthouse D – a 3 Bed / 3.5 Bath residence with 2,917 interior square feet, 439 square feet of balcony, private elevator, and 12-foot high ceilings with floor-to-ceiling glass windows – asking $4,500,000 ($1,543 per square foot)
For those looking to purchase a resale unit at Two Park Grove, I expect resale listings to start hitting the market towards the beginning of August. For those looking to rent a unit at Two Park Grove, I expect rental listings to hit the market at around the same time.
One Park Grove (Tower 1) is expected to be completed towards the end of 2019. As of this writing, 40% of the developer units at One Park Grove remain for sale. Given that One Park Grove was the last of the three towers to launch sales, this isn’t all that surprising. As I mentioned earlier, the developer saved the best for last, so if you are planning to purchase a unit at Park Grove, this is the tower where you want to be. Below is a summary of the developer inventory that still remains at One Park Grove. This tower has four residences per floor (A, B, C, and D), so each type of floor plan still has available options.
Residence A – a 4 Bed / 5.5 Bath residence with 3,592 interior square feet, 442 square feet of balcony, private elevator, and 12-foot high ceilings with floor-to-ceiling glass windows Prices Range: $4,470,000 to $7,000,000
Residence B – a 3 Bed + Den / 3.5 Bath residence with 2,884 interior square feet, 393 square feet of balcony, private elevator, and 12-foot high ceilings with floor-to-ceiling glass windows Prices Range: $2,875,000 to $4,598,000
Residence C – a 2 Bed + Den / 2.5 Bath residence with 2,232 interior square feet, 314 square feet of balcony, private elevator, and 12-foot high ceilings with floor-to-ceiling glass windows Prices Range: $2,700,000 to $3,770,000
Residence D – a 3 Bed / 3.5 Bath residence with 2,917 interior square feet, 439 square feet of balcony, private elevator, and 12-foot high ceilings with floor-to-ceiling glass windows Prices Range: $3,250,000 to $5,000,000
Lower PH B – a 4 Bed / 5.5 Bath penthouse with 5,149 interior square feet, 753 square feet of terrace space, private elevator, 12-foot high ceilings with floor-to-ceiling glass windows Price: $11,813,000
Brittany and I were BLOWN AWAY by what we saw today at Park Grove. In fact, we asked each more than once during our tour, “so when are we moving here?”. We’re seriously thinking about it. Park Grove offers everything that you could ever want from a condo development: low density, world-class amenities, exclusivity, convenience, 5-star service, A+ location, and beautifully designed common area spaces. And Park Grove is like an art museum…with curated artwork everywhere you turn.
Although Brittany and I weren’t able to view any of the residences at Park Grove during today’s tour, we were floored by what we did see. Park Grove has the makings to become Miami’s 2018 Development of the Year. With Zaha Hadid’s One Thousand Museum due to be delivered this December, that’s a lot to be said. I guess you can say, with Park Grove, the bar has been set for all who shall pass!
One of the best things about Park Grove is that it’s located in Coconut Grove. With Regatta Park (a 12-acre waterfront park) located across the street; various marinas within walking distance; a myriad of shops, restaurants, and bars just blocks away at CocoWalk; and breathtaking views of the water and city, Coconut Grove is the ideal location for all types of lifestyles. It also has some of the best schools in the state within close proximity.
Park Grove Photo Tour
Brittany and I took a TON of photos during our tour of Park Grove. Between the two of us, we took close to 300 photos of the amenities and common area spaces. While we weren’t able to tour Park Grove Club Residences’ rooftop pool, we were able to view pretty much everything else. We weren’t able to walk inside the fitness center (because the doors were locked) but we did take a photo of it through the window. As you will see in our photos below, not everything was quite finished, but it’s quickly getting there. Of all the common area spaces, the wine room was the only area that was heavily under construction.
Park Grove Club Residences exterior, entrance, and lobby
Park Grove Club Residences
Park Grove driveway entrance
Park Grove Club Residences front desk
Park Grove Club Residences lobby
lobby artwork at Park Grove Club Residences
lobby living room and staircase at Park Grove Club Residences
a look back down the staircase at the hanging gardens
Park Grove Indoor Amenities and Common Areas
hallway to Park Grove amenities
fitness center with Techno Gym equipment
spa treatment room
couples treatment room with soaking tub
women’s locker room
spa towels
bathroom in women’s locker room
sauna
steam room
beauty salon
private screening room
private screening room
children’s playroom
children’s playroom
it even has Candy Land and Operation 🙂
wine room (under construction)
lounge area
lounge area
seating area
artwork in the common area spaces at Park Grove
Park Grove Bar & Bistro by Michael Schwartz
Chef extraordinaire Michael Schwartz will have a huge presence at Park Grove: (1) he will own and operate a street-level restaurant, which will be open to the public; (2) operate a poolside bar and bistro, which will be private to residents and guests of Park Grove; and (3) operate a poolside bar and cafe, which will be exclusive to residents and guests at Park Grove. Below are exclusive photos of the Michael Schwart’s soon-to-be-completed bar and bistro at Park Grove. It is is expected to open in the coming months. The street-level restaurant is slated to open by year’s end.
Park Grove bar and bistro by Michael Schwartz
bar by Michael Schwartz
poolside restaurant lounge area
Park Grove Bar Outdoor Amenities and Common Area Spaces
Outside is where the real magic happens. Don’t get me wrong, the interior common area spaces at Park Grove are to die for, but Enzo Enea brought his A-game when designing the lush, outdoor landscapes.
water views from the 4th floor pool deck
Park Grove pool deck
Park Grove pool deck
poolside bar and cafe at Park Grove (under construction)
One Park Grove construction
construction worker at Park Grove
exterior of Two Park Grove
landscape design by Enzo Enea
Park Grove Club Residences exterior photo
Park Grove amphitheater
a beautiful day at Park Grove
If you or someone you know are interested in purchasing or renting a condo at Park Grove Residences in Coconut Grove, email Lucas at [email protected], or call 305-428-3860.
The Markers Grove Isle Launches Pre-Sales
The Markers Grove Isle has officially launched pre-sales to friends and family. The luxury waterfront development, which will be located at 4 Grove Isle Drive in Coconut Grove, will rise 7 stories and have just 65 bespoke residences, each showcasing Miami’s most expansive bay views with up to 65 feet of linear water frontage. All residences will feature private elevators with digital security, high-end kitchen appliances by Wolf and Sub-Zero, Italian kitchen cabinetry by Boffi®, ceiling heights of 11 to 12 1/2 feet, 8-foot high Italian interior doors, customizable smart home technology, His and Hers walk-in closets, outdoor summer kitchens, terraces with a minimum depth of 15 feet, custom baths complete with soaking tubs and rain showers, and more.
Buyers will be able to choose from 3 and 4 bedroom floor plans. The state-of-the-art layouts will offer a seamless indoor and outdoor transition, making sure you never lose sight of the magnificent views. The Markers will also include an art lobby, business center, fitness center, and a whole lot more of amenities – taking luxury to the next level while providing a unique lifestyle only found on Grove Isle.
The Markers will also include 14 two-story penthouses, each featuring an expansive rooftop deck with private infinity-edge pool, full summer kitchen, and spacious entertainment areas.
No word yet as to a projected groundbreaking date or completion date, but we’ll be sure to let you know as soon as we find out!
GlassHaus in the Grove Releases Introductory Prices & Renderings
Coconut Grove is getting a new boutique condo development. It isn’t waterfront, it isn’t a high rise, and it isn’t located on South Bayshore with the other luxury developments, but it is giving me a serious throwback to the Jardins neighborhood of São Paulo, and I like it.
For those who don’t know, Jardins is an upper-class neighborhood within São Paulo. It is located just blocks from countless restaurants, lounges and bars. There are museums and high-end shopping steps away, yet the homes are nestled in peaceful seclusion amongst the lush greenery and mature hardwood trees.
GlassHaus may not have been aiming to be the Miami embodiment of São Paolo’s natural elegance, but they’re delivering it anyway. The modern minimalist design juxtaposed with the tropical hardwood hammock located just blocks away from the city hustle and bustle just works.
GlassHaus will have just 5 floors, the first level has three residences with the ambiance of garden living. There are shade trees and large outdoor terraces. The 4 floors above each have five residences per floor ranging from 1-3 bedrooms. On the roof, Glasshaus residents will enjoy a fully-equipped summer kitchen and dining area, with a pool, sundeck and lush landscaping to match the environment below.
The floor plans for Glasshaus range from 1,080 to 2,380 square feet with between 1 to 3 bedrooms. Each residence has 11 foot ceilings with floor to ceiling glass. The current prices at Glasshaus start at just under $600,000 for a 1 bedroom up to $1.3 million for a southeast corner residence with 3 bedrooms and 3.5 baths.
Below are some Glasshaus renderings. What do you think?
Max Strang Brings Us Waterfront Peace & Serenity At The Fairchild Coconut Grove
On a day when what we needed most was peaceful serenity, The Fairchild Coconut Grove delivered. We were treated to a preview of Max Strang’s creation of 26 waterfront residences just south of Mercy Hospital along the Biscayne Bay and it was just what everyone needed.
In a video interview with Mr. Strang, he details how his inspiration was “where the Biscayne Bay meets the jungle” and has created a serene and tranquil location with muted luxury and natural beauty that is just perfect for those who are searching to be near the hustle and bustle of the Downtown area, but prefer a quieter lifestyle at home.
The project has just 26 residences on 5 floors and 9 different layouts. The prices range from $1.4 million up to $4.6 million and the layouts range from 1,714 square foot plans with 2 bedrooms, a den and 2.5 baths up to 4,114 square foot plans with 4 bedrooms and 5.5 baths. Sales launched just a few weeks ago and four residences are currently under contract, from what we hear.
There has been a lot of commentary recently over the state of our condo market and whether or not bringing new projects to market at this time is a wise move. In most cases, I would agree that we need to fill up the projects that we already have before introducing new inventory, but The Fairchild is different. I anticipate that this project will be sold out and delivered on schedule because it has so many differentiating qualities that are actually desired by potential buyers.
Max Strang is a very renowned architect in the area with an amazing talent of building beautiful residences that incorporate well with their environment. Until now, he has mostly concentrated on single family homes with an impressive portfolio alongside an impressive list of awards. Fairchild Coconut Grove will be his first condominium development, and we are very excited to see it built.
Almost 40% of Downtown Miami Residents Have Pets – Strategies for Investors and Tenants
The Downtown Miami DDA (Downtown Development Authority) released its updated demographics study today, and they found that 39% of Downtown Miami households include a pet. This is interesting because so many of the developments impose strict pet policies upon their residents. Some only allow certain sizes of pets, some only cats, some only allow pets for unit owners and some say no pets at all.
This is always a touchy subject when we are working with a client who has a pet. There is so much misinformation out there regarding which buildings do and do not welcome pets. If a resident gets caught with an unauthorized pet, they are forced with the difficult choice of paying a lease cancellation fee (which is typically the value of 2 months’ rent), or re-homing their beloved pet. Unfortunately, not all agents verify the pet policies before entering into a contract, which wastes time and gets the client all excited about an apartment that they cannot have. No bueno.
I even once had a client who cheated on me with another agent that had told them they could have a large pet in a pet-restricted building. That is completely irresponsible and self-serving of that agent. Thank goodness, the clients realized what would happen if they went forward with that deal. The agent would have been paid and then they would have either had to break their lease or part with their dog. That is a horrible choice to have to make when most people consider their pets as members of the family.
In order to have an authorized pet in the building, many associations require an additional registration and application. The pet’s weight is verified (many times with a report from the veterinarian), their vaccinations are verified and some buildings even take it a step further. Infinity at Brickell requires a DNA sample to be placed on file and in the event that messes are found in the lobby, the mess is sent in for a DNA match. The resident that pops up after the DNA test is issued a fine. I call it Maury Povich enforcement… but it works. If people know they’re going to get busted breaking the rules, they’ll be less likely to do so. This way, the building can continue to allow large pets for everyone.
Over recent years, a popular workaround to the ‘No Pets’ buildings has become all the rage. There are websites where you can claim that you need a therapy dog. They’ll issue you a certificate for a fee and, viola! Your dog can go with you everywhere and nobody can say anything… except the condo associations have started to get wise of this ruse. The Jade at Brickell verifies these Therapy Dog certificates through an attorney. It takes an extra few days during the application process and you don’t get your application fees back if you get caught with a phony form. I don’t recommend the fake therapy dog stunt.
If you are curious of whether a particular building accepts pets, just have a look at the building page on our website. We have verified all of the buildings’ policies and list them in the FAQ section of the website. Every now and again, a building will change their policy in between when we last called to verify, but we update it frequently. Our agents also keep themselves updated of the pet policies and fees for the buildings in the area. We’re all about efficiency and not wasting your time or energy…
So what about investors?
With the rental market changing, it is important to have apartments that appeal to as many people as possible. Purchasing an investment condo for sale in a pet-restricted building automatically crosses out almost 40% of the prospective tenants that could be interested in moving in. Some of my favorite pet-friendly buildings are MarinaBlue and 900 Biscayne Bay in Park West, Infinity at Brickell in Brickell, the Midtown developments in Midtown and One Miami in Downtown.
For investors who are concerned with having animals in your property without knowing the behavior or cleanliness of the pets, it is completely customary to charge a pet deposit for the unit. In many cases, the building has a separate pet deposit or fee, but I suggest a refundable deposit for the unit itself. The amount can vary depending upon the pet. Puppies would require a bit of a larger deposit since they tend to chew and have accidents. You could also lower the deposits in the event that a tenant was able to submit a diploma from obedience school or behavior training.
Whether you are an investor, or if you are buying/renting a home for yourself, if there is a specific building that you are curious about, don’t hesitate to drop us a line and inquire. We’re happy to help.
Coconut Grove’s Ace Theater Placed on National Register of Historic Places
Photo via Google Street View.
The Ace Theater in the West Grove, which was built in the 1930s and one of the few movie theaters to cater to Miami’s black community in the intervening decades of segregation (Real Deal says it was the “only” one in the ’50s, which doesn’t sound quite right. For one thing, the Olympia had a black section.) has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places following a campaign by its owners, longtime Coconut Grove residents The Wallace Family. Following the designation, the Wallaces plan to preserve and restore the theater as a multi-use entertainment venue, taking advantage of tax credits and transferable development rights to make the project more appealing to investors. Although a similar project championed by many Grove-ites, the restoration of the Coconut Grove Playhouse, has been dormant for years, frustrating some people who see the similarities between the two, the restoration of the Ace could be absolutely fantastic for the West Grove, Miami’s oldest black neighborhood, and for the preservation of Miami’s black heritage as a whole.
Alfred Browning Parker’s Sublime ‘Woodsong’ House Has Hit the Market
The famed postwar architect of many of Miami’s most striking subtropical homes, Alfred Browning Parker designed and built this Coconut Grove house, which he called ‘Woodsong,’ for himself in 1968. A series of pavilions bisected by a serpentine lap pool, deep in the Coconut Grove hammock, Woodsong sings. Since being owned by Parker, the house has traded hands a number of times, and yet it is, incredibly, still in absolute mint condition. The only weak spot might just be the kitchen. Although that space appears to have been sensitively updated, very standard-looking appliances and non-custom cabinetry from Home Depot or somewhere just don’t do justice to the quality of this house. Located on 3003 Seminole Street, Woodsong was listed twelve days ago for $2.75 million.
Flying Around Grove at Grand Bay
Grove at Grand Bay. Photo by Sean McCaughan.
Who can remember cruising down Brickell Avenue when they were kids, or at least with their kids, and looking for ‘the building with the hole in it?’ Because of how unusual a hole in a building was, and its feature role in the opening credits of Miami Vice, the Atlantis Condominiums designed by Arquitectonica reached worldwide iconic status. Flying around Grove at Grand Bay by drone, designed by Bjarke Ingels, it’s obvious that this pair of buildings may achieve the same fame with their own architectural trick. They twist, and it’s fantastic.
Grove at Grand Bay is only a few months away from completion. The last unit still available is the massive penthouse in the south tower, with six bedrooms, a spa, private pool, wine room, library, media room, two home offices, study, etc. etc. It’s listed for $25 million.
Almost Sold Out, Two Park Grove Begins Concrete Pour at 2 AM Tonight
The tower in the middle is Two Park Grove.
Up late and in the mood for a show? The foundation pour for Two Park Grove, starchitect Rem Koolhaas/OMA‘s first residential tower in the United States, is beginning at 2 AM tonight and will continue until 4 PM tomorrow. The first of the three Park Grove towers to begin construction (so… Rem Koolhaas’ first, second, and third residential towers in the U.S.) Two Park Grove is being co-developed by the Related Group and Terra Group, and is about 97% sold out (with pricing starting at $2 million). According to the press release 2,600 cubic yards of concrete will “lay the foundation for an elevated 3-foot deep concrete slab at its core that will support the faceted tower columns…This pour requires four pumps and the labor of over 100 people placing up to 400cy/hour.”
Miami Condo Investments Free Mobile App Available for Download on iTunes and Google Play
For those new to the website, or those who might be unaware, Miami Condo Investments has its own mobile app. It is free and available for download on iTunes, for the iPhone and iPad, and on Google Play, for all Android mobile devices. I released the iPhone version back in December 2009 and followed it up with the Android version about two and a half years later in May 2012. I may be a bit biased, but it truly is an amazing app. In many ways, the real estate app was ahead of its time when I released it in 2009. It still remains as powerful as ever though and I personally use on it on a daily basis. In fact, I recently made the jump from using an iPhone to an Android phone and it was the first app I downloaded.
I would love to hear your thoughts and feedback on the app. I am hoping to release an updated version sometime in 2014 and welcome any ideas for it that you might have.
