501 First Residences- Renderings and Plans Just Released for the 40 Story Tower in Downtown Miami
Miami can now officially welcome the newest pre-construction tower to grace our gorgeous skyline, 501 First Residences in downtown Miami. This new 40-story tower with 448, will be developed by Aria Development Group and designed by Revuelta Architecture International, who also designed Wind and 900 Biscayne. 501 First Residences will be located at 501 Northeast 1st Avenue with views of downtown Miami and Biscayne Bay.
Acoording to the Aria Development group, this particular development will be built to cater to the short-term rental market. The biggest perk is that there will be no rental restrictions. Which means, the resident can utilize any consumer platform (Vrbo, Expedia, Airbnb, etc.) to rent and each unit can be rent for 1 day or more.
The renderings reveal floor-to-ceiling windows and expansive balconies. The sleek structure is curved creating a horizontal and vertical grid like design. The exact height of the development hasn’t been released but we can expect the 40-story high structure to be over 450 feet in height.
The 448 luxury units will be fully finished and furnished with pricing starting at $300,000. Floor plans will range from studios, 1 bedroom, and 2 bedrooms. The square footage for each unit is expected to be from 385 to 835 square feet.
Residence Features:
Fully finished and furnished residences thoughtfully curated by award-winning design firm, Shim Projects
Floor to ceiling glass windows with custom window treatments
All residences feature balconies
Biscayne Bay and Miami skyline views
Finished flooring on all residential interiors and balconies
In-unit washers and dryers
Kitchens and bathrooms feature custom Italian cabinetry and counters
Speed oven by Smeg
Integrated paneled refrigerator and freezer
Dishwasher
Fully built-out closets
Hansgrohe bathroom fixtures, features, and accessories in dark matte finish
Building Amenities:
Porte-cochère entrance with 24/7 valet service
On-site management office
Mid-century, modern-inspired interior finishes and furniture in residential lobby with 25ft ceiling
Secure bicycle storage in enclosed and air-conditioned space
Centrally-located personal storage for all owners
Luxer One Package Room featuring a tech-forward, contactless digital package delivery system
Dry-cleaning service
Ground floor bistro and bar helmed by New York City’s GPG Hospitality
State-of-the-art indoor gym with private fitness training rooms
Yoga/meditation room
75-foot resort-style lap pool
North-facing private rooftop movie theatre experience
Grill & Chill on the Sunrise and Sunset Decks
Outdoor Game Lawn
Hot hydrotherapy bath
Private club suite with game tables
Entertainment chef’s kitchen
Media Room
Library
Private workspaces
Pet Lounge with pet bath station
Greenhouse
The site currently features a 2-story buidling that was built in 1924 and was previously the sales center for YotelPad Miami. The entire project will take over 4 lots equaling 22,500 square feet. According to tax records, the developer purchased the lots in 2015 for $8,250,000.
According to Miami-Dade Country records, construction permits have not been filed. The ground breaking is expected to be scheduled for spring 2022 with a top-off date in spring 2023.
Here are Dave Portnoy’s Top 6 Pizza Joints in Miami
The internet is buzzing with Dave Portnoy’s recent move to Miami as well as his quest to find the perfect slice of pie! On his show OneBite, Portnoy travels the country taste testing and reviewing local pizza parlors. More recently, he has visited many pizza parlors in Miami, and we have created an all-in-one list just for you. Here are his top 6!
#6 East Side Pizza
Located at 731 NE 79th Street, Miami, East Side Pizza is a family-owned and operated pizza parlor. They have been in business for a few years in Miami and are considered a “NY Style Pizza Joint.” Portnoy gave this pizza parlor a 6.8/10 on his OneBite scale. They also have pasta, burgers, hot subs, and a dessert menu.
#5 The Big Cheese
Located at 8080 SW 67th Ave in Miami, The Big Cheese has been open for 35 years and is considered “The Official Pizza Place of Miami”. For the past 20 years, they have been sponsoring and serving the University of Miami. The Big Cheese has been named “The Best Inexpensive Italian Restaurant in Miami” in the New Times Readers’ Poll as well as receiving the Kids Crown Awards from “South Florida Parenting Magazine” for the best pizza. Portnoy ranked this pizza place a 6.9/10. Their menu also includes a large selection of pasta and seafood dishes.
#4 Collins Pizza
Collins Pizza, named after their Collins Avenue location at 7308 Collins Avenue in Miami Beach. Collins pizza is only 6 months old but is family-owned and operated. They produce naturally leavened dough for 72 hours that give their pizza a unique taste. They also use non-GMO/organic flours and Wisconsin cheeses. Dave Portnoy ranks this pizza parlor at a 7.2/10. Their menu also includes sandwiches, wings, and small bites.
#3 Pizza Pazza
Pizza Pazza, located at 275 NE 18th Street in Miami, is considered the “Late Night Spot” of Miami. They are open from 7 pm to 4 am and welcome all latecomers. Dave Portnoy referred to Pizza Pazza as having “Miami hours.” The owner has been in the pizza business for 40 years and is originally from Italy. Portnoy ranked this pizza parlor a 7.3/10. Their menu also includes pasta, calzones, and desserts.
#2 Frankie’s Pizza
Frankie’s Pizza, located at 9118 Bird Road in Miami has been in the business for 55 years. Frankie’s is considered ‘Miami’s Oldest Pizza Shop,’ so it is no wonder that Portnoy ranks this pizza place at 7.4/10. Their menu is straightforward with pizza options and garlic knots. Portnoy gives the knots a 9.2!
#1 Eleventh Street Pizza
Eleventh Street Pizza, located at 1035 N Miami Avenue in Miami. With its Sicilian roots, their sourdough pies are considered Neo-New York style. Portnoy really raved about their pizza and landed it at an 8.2/10. Their menu includes some signature pasta dishes and garlic rolls.
This isn’t the end of Portnoy’s Miami pizza adventure and we can only expect more pizza reviews in the coming months. His app is also available to read reviews and watch episodes of OneBite. Portnoy believes that with his large social media following, he is “trying to save small businesses one bite at a time.”
Downtown Miami Introduces Gale Miami Hotel and Residences
A 51-story tower located directly in the heart of Downtown Miami, is the first ‘CondoHospitality’ tower in Miami with open-concept designs and killer views of the Miami skyline and Biscayne Bay as well as world-class amenities.
This new construction tower will house Gale Miami Hotel & Residences; Miami’s first wellness building, licensed for short-term rentals. Gale will occupy 7 floors (17 through 23) which will include 140 luxury condo hotel units, where owners have the option of utilizing the onsite rental program.
These units will be fully finished and furnished with square footage ranging from 389 SF – 900 SF with pricing starting at $300,000.
Residence Features:
Urban luxury residences with modern open layouts from
Studio, one, & two-bedroom units
All residences are delivered fully finished and furnished with fixtures and furniture curated by Urban Robot
Panoramic Biscayne Bay, and Miami skyline views
Private balconies with most units
Ceiling heights 9 feet
Owner’s closet in every residence
Floor-to-ceiling windows and impact-resistant glass throughout
Advanced technology Smart Building wiring for HD TV, multiple telephones
Data lines and ultra-high-speed internet access
Washer/Dryer in the units
Kitchen:
Imported European cabinets with premium hardware
European style appliance package including refrigerator, cook-top, microwave, and sink
Elegant stone countertops and backsplashes
Contemporary under-mounted sink
Gourmet faucet with integral sprayer
Master Bathroom:
Imported European cabinets with premium hardware and drawer pull
Elegant imported stone countertops and backsplashes
Rectangular trough porcelain sinks with dual faucets
Custom-finished floors and walls in wet areas
Frameless glass shower enclosures
Premium European-style fixtures and accessories
Gale residents will have access to all of the amenities that 601 Miami has to offer including the social club, meeting spaces, coffee and juice bar, and media lounge.
Work Amenities:
Co-working spaces
Private offices
Flexible office arrangements
Video-capable conference rooms
Quiet rooms
Phone booths
Cutting-edge technology and connectivity
Office host
Coffee and juice bar
Amphitheater
Meeting/presentation rooms
Social Amenities:
Specialty restaurant and bar
Dining terrace
Social area with full-service cafe and cocktail bar
Drink and dine lounge areas
Media lounge
Live show and events lounge
The porch
Speakeasy
DJ and live performances
Programmed events
The ‘Splash on 9th’ boasts 16,000 square feet of poolside bliss featuring a resort-style pool and cabanas.
Splash Amenities:
Sun deck
Poolside beverage and food service
Native tropical landscaping
Cabana bar
Pool towel services
‘The Fit on 10th’ features 16,000 square feet of health and fitness options.
Fit Amenities:
Juice bar
Yoga and pilates studio
Boxing ring with punching bags
Peloton equipment
Weight station
Cross-training/Crossfit
Spa/treatment rooms
Sauna/steam rooms
Locker rooms
Outdoor terrace/training
The Fit Boutique
Residents will also be able to enjoy 601 Miami’s 24-hour concierge, valet parking, and security.
Gale Miami Hotel and Residences will be the third property in the Gale Brand. The first hotel debuted in 2012 in Miami Beach, and the second one was Gale Hotel and Residences in Fort Lauderdale Beach.
The construction for Gale Miami Hotel and Residences has already started and the grand opening is anticipated to be in the fall of 2023.
Barstool Sports Founder Dave Portnoy Buys Miami Mansion for $14 Million
If you’re not familiar with Barstool Sports, then you have definitely seen their videos circulating the internet. What started off as a sport’s blog in 2003, Barstool Sports quickly turned into a multi-million dollar digital media company with focuses on videos, podcasts, and blogs.
Founder of Barstool, Dave Portnoy, has recently been using his massive social media platform to travel the United States and taste test pizza on his vlog called ‘One Bite’. These posts are featured on Barstool Sports as well as his blogs. Within the past month, Portnoy has been exclusively in South Florida documenting pizza joints.
It was rumored that during his visits he started renting Floyd Mayweather Jr.’s Miami beach front property for $200,000 a month. Now, it has officially been confirmed that he purchased a bay-front Miami mansion for $14 million.
The property located at 5811 North Bayshore Drive in the Morningside neighborhood was purchased in April under the name StellaBean Holdings, LLC., named after Portnoy’s dog Stella, who passed in 2019.
Featuring 6,100 square feet of living space with nine bedrooms, eight and a half bathrooms sited on 1 acre, including a pool.
Broker-Owner of Luxe Living Realty, Dora Puig, listed the property in November 2020. Property records show that the home previously sold in 2010 for $2.2 million.
Top 5 Spots to Celebrate Cinco De May in Miami 2021
Cinco De Mayo is finally here and we have found the best spots in Miami to celebrate! So bring your friends and/or family and lets try them all!
La Tiendita Taqueria
La Tiendita of Wynwood features authentic Mexican foods inspired by recipes passed down from the La Tiendita ancestors. For Cinco De Mayo, they will have beer specials, margaritas specials, food specials, as well as a live DJ from 12pm-3am. Click here for their full menu.
$5 Monopolio Clara
$30 Bottle Margaritas with Don Julio
$10 Pierde Almas Mezcal Gin
$199 Bottle of Don Julio Blanco
Toro Toro
Toro Toro is one of Chef Richard Sandoval’s ‘Pan-Latin’ steakhouses. This Cinco De Mayo, get ready for a tequila tasting with Casamigos hosted food parings. The fun starts at 5pm with a four-course tasting! Click here for more information.
Four-Course Meal Features
Pan-Latin inspired Cocktail
Casamigos mezcal served with fundido de queso a la tequila and Casamigos blanco paired with cobia tiradito
Casamigos reposado paired with smoked al pastor ribs with pineapple and chayote salsa
Coffee-rubbed lamb barbacoa, patacones and avocado crema paired with Casamigos anejo
Chocolate petits fours
Pisco Y Nazca
Pisco Y Nazca is celebrating this year’s Cinco de mayo with $7 margarita specials all day long paired with their classic menu! Click here for the full menu and Cinco De Mayo celebrations!
Chica
Chica is Miami will feature a live DJ starting and 5 p.m. going until midnight. Specialty cocktails and classic food menus will make Chica a one stop for all of your Cinco De Mayo needs. Click here for the full menu.
Feature Cocktail “Tomas Estes” made with reposado tequila, rasberry liqueur, cranberry juice, agave syrup, and lime $16
Baha fish dinner special for two
Whole duck carnitas special
Tres Leches $15
Boia De & Jaguar Sun
This exclusive collaboration are teaming up for Cinco de Mayo and serving you specialty foods, drinks, and an awesome DJ. This even will take place at 7357 NW Miami Court (Lot 6) and reservations are needed. Click here for more information.
Cocktails by Jaguar Sun
Food by La Pollita By Boia De
Choco Tacos by Frice Cream
Melo Group Proposes Two-Story Tower in Wynwood Named Urban22
The Melo Group is a well-known development group in the Miami area. After completing 6,000+ residential units in Miami over the years, they currently have 2,000 units under construction.
According to The Real Deal, the group met with Miami’s Urban Development Review Board on April 21st to propose a two-tower multi-use project called Urban22 in the Wynwood neighborhood.
Multiple parcels making up the 1.94 acre site stretch’s from Second Avenue, 22nd Street, to 23rd street. The Melo Group started purchasing these sites in 2011.
Each 15-story tower would total 708,119 square feet with an 8-story podium connecting between the two. The towers will feature a proposed 441 apartments, 7,168 sq. ft. of retail, 5,692 sq. ft. of office space, and 529 parking spaces. The garage will feature a pool deck on top
The apartments would range from 725 to 1,200 sq. ft. with studio to three bedroom options.
4 studios
243, one bedroom
152, two bedrooms
42, three bedrooms
There has been no update on what the Urban Development Review Board has concluded but we will continue to monitor this proposed project.
City of Miami Approves New 37-Story Tower Called The District
The City of Miami has recently approved The Related Group and Parcel C LLC’s proposal for a 37-story residential tower in downtown Miami, named ‘The District.’ This project will include 343 residential condos, 2,297 square feet of retail space, and will have no parking (the developer is requesting a waiver to allow off-site parking). Siegar Suarez Architects prepared the design and plans.
The District is proposed to be 393 plus feet tall and will be located at 225 and 223 N. Miami Avenue. According to Miami Today, The District will have retail on the ground floor, and the apartments will be located above the retail space. The paperwork that was filed also includes the fact that some units may be transitioned into hotel rooms as well.
Amenities for The District include a gym, racquetball, basketball, lounges, pool deck, rooftop spa, and barbeque area.
Several waivers have been requested and approved for the Miami 21 zoning code:
Primary and secondary setbacks
Side and rear setbacks above the eighth story
Permit off-site parking within 1,000 feet
10% increase in the maximum lot coverage
Two residential loading berths substituted for one commercial loading berth
Reduction of the required ground-level setback on the property’s frontage
According to the Board member Robert Behar, who shared concerns about pedestrian safety with the limited amount of parking available.
According to The Related Group’s Attorney, Ms. Escarra, has stated, “The Project limits the interaction between vehicles and pedestrians by removing vehicular access to the Property. This will allow pedestrians to enter the Project with no vehicular conflict, as parking will be provided offsite, per the requested Waiver.”
The city’s Urban Development Review Board voted unanimously to recommend approval of the project on April 9, 2021. The construction permit has not been filed yet, and the groundbreaking is set to begin sometime this year.
The Future is Here – Miami Sees Its First Delivery Robots
Cartken, a robotics startup, has recently partnered with REEF Technology to introduce self-driving delivery robots to Downtown Miami. REEF Technology currently offers fulfillment solutions, neighborhood kitchen deliveries, and parking solutions.
Founders of Cartken include ex-Google engineers, and have been developing this type of delivery service since 2019. This will be Carken’s first major introduction of self-driving robots in Miami.
While only operating within a 3/4 mile radius of downtown Miami, Cartken has been testing their electric-powered robots fulfilling orders from delivery-only kitchens. These robots are operating on the REEF’s network, are insulated, and can maintain heat for hot meals. Cartken already has designated logistics hubs and can be dispatched to restaurants while the food is being prepared.
Matt Lindenberger, REEF’s Chief Technology Officer stated, “We want to show how future-forward Miami can be. This is a great chance to show off the capabilities of the tech.”
There are currently only two restaurants utilizing Cartken in Miami with a large potential for expansion in other neighborhoods.
The robots are powered by rules-based programming and can actually stop and ask for help if necessary. Lindenberger stated, “The robot is seeing the environment, planning around obstacles like pedestrians or lampposts. If there’s an unknown situation, someone can help the robot out safely because it can stop on a dime.”
According to TechCrunch, the robots can only make it to street-level, where the customer has to come outside to pick up their food. Apartment complexes and units would be more difficult for the robot to navigate.
We will be following this story closely and will update as we learn more and as more restaurants begin using Cartken!
One Thousand Museum Secures Loan 3 Weeks after Foreclosure Announcement
The future is looking bright for the developers of One Thousand Museum Residences. Just three weeks ago, the Reuban Brothers filed a foreclosure lawsuit against the developers for $82.7 million with interest. As of March 3, 2021, which is the date of the filing, 15 developer units were still available in the tower.
Within three weeks of the foreclosure announcement; Louis Birdman, Gilberto Bomeny, Kevin Venger and partners Gregg Covin and Todd Glaser, have secured and closed on a $90 million condo inventory loan from Cirrus Real Estate Partners. This new loan closed on Monday and will pay off the loan balance that was originally provided by Fortress Investment Group in 2016. It will also give the developers time to sell the additional units.
The mortgage broker for this transaction was Jim Fried, President of Sandstone Realty Advisers. A former Fortress executive, who is now the Managing partner at Cirrus Real Estate Partners, Tony Tufariello, expects the developers to sell the units with the next couple of years. Tufariello stated that they were “attracted to the buildings larger floor plans and amenities, and encouraged by the recent uptick in sales.”
The developers stated that they were planning to pay off the original construction loan but it was “pushed due to travel restrictions that hindered lenders from walking the final project.”
This luxury tower features a private rooftop helipad, valet services, and well spa. One-Thousand Museum is also home to David and Victoria Beckham.
Building Amenities:
Double height aquatic center with indoor pool
The Sky Lounge provides a dramatic venue for private events for residents
Private rooftop helipad. The helipad will make nearby islands, private and commercial airports, and private yachts easily accessible
Multiple recreation areas for swimming, sunning, socializing, and fitness
24/7 specialized security and valet personnel, other on-site staff including concierge, professional management, and other specialized personnel
Custom scenting by 12.29 in all interior amenity spaces including the lobby, wellness & spa level, aquatic center, and sky lounge (can be available in residences upon request)
Bank-quality vault with individual safe deposit box for every residence, offering residents the convenience and security of storing their valuables onsite
Residence Features:
Private residences are accessed from the lobby via secure, high-speed elevators that feature destination-entry smart technology
East-to-west flow-through floor plans that capture the mesmerizing panorama of Biscayne Bay and Atlantic Ocean views as well as the Miami skyline
Oversized terraces
Custom Italian kitchens with quartz countertops
Induction cook tops, in wall ovens, steam ovens, microwaves, dishwashers and integrated coffee makers by Gaggenau
Refrigerators by Sub-Zero
Faucets by Dornbracht and other quality manufactures
Custom-designed Italian made walk-in closets
Interior doors throughout the residences are by Lualdi Porte. All doors have been customized with Valli & Valli’s Duemila Cinque series handles designed by Zaha Hadid
European Interior Illumination products by Apure Architectural Lighting and other premium manufacturers customized by German designer, Uli Petzold.
State-of-the-art home automation infrastructure by Crestron
These unique and luxurious units range from $4.95 million to $20 million and with the popularity of the luxury condo market, the inventory has become limited. If you or someone you know have an interest in purchasing one of the One Thousand Museum Residences, please contact Lucas Lechuga via email at [email protected] or by phone at 786-247-6332.
