Just Listed – 2 Bedroom Corner Unit at The Plaza on Brickell with Direct Water Views – Asking $825,000
I am pleased to announce my newest listing – unit 3211 at The Plaza on Brickell – a 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath corner unit with breathtaking views of Biscayne Bay, Brickell Key, and Key Biscayne. This is an 11 line unit located on the 32nd floor of the Brickell Bay tower, arguably the best line in the entire development. Most importantly, the unit clears the Four Ambassadors across the street by 12 floors, allowing for direct water views. As one would expect, units that clear the Four Ambassadors sell at a big premium to those that do no. Last September, unit 3411 – just two floors directly above unit 3211 – sold for $850,000. That unit was sold furnished with marble flooring throughout. Priced to sell, unit 3211 is being offered for $825,000.
The Plaza on Brickell is centrally located, just blocks from the shops, restaurants, and bars at Mary Brickell Village and the upcoming $1.2B mixed-use development called Brickell City Centre. Amenities at The Plaza on Brickell include: two swimming pools, hot tub, steam room, two fitness centers, 24-hour concierge, 24-hour valet parking, club room, theater, and more.
Icon Bay – A First Look at the Exterior and Bayfront Sculpture Park [VIDEO]
The wait is almost over! Closings are expected to start next month for the highly anticipated Icon Bay. This was the development that set off the mad land grab in Edgewater among Miami real estate developers. Preconstruction condo sales for this luxury waterfront development launched back in August 2012. Finishing touches are currently being made to the exterior of Icon Bay as well as to the bayfront sculpture park.
Earlier today, I took a drive up to Edgewater, parked my car, and then walked the grounds at Icon Bay. I was able to take some photos as well as a quick video tour of the property to give you a good feel for what you should expect from Icon Bay once it arrives next month.
Below are the photos that I took earlier today of Icon Bay and the bayfront sculpture park:
Welcome to excellence! Designed with precision, Marina Blue unit 5602 is an impeccable residence offering some of the very best, awe-inspiring views of the Atlantic Ocean, Biscayne Bay, Port of Miami, and Downtown Miami skyline. Over $250,000 in upgrades, furniture, lighting, electronics, and artwork. Located on the 56th floor, unit 5602 features hard wood floors; motorized shades; blackout curtains; custom lighting; artwork by acclaimed artists; large, custom-built walk-in closets in both bedrooms; and a state-of-the-art electronics package, which includes a 3D TV, Blu-Ray 3D player, Bose surround sound system, and security camera system with remote viewing capability.
Very unique floor plan. Only 5 of its kind in the entire building. One of just a few units in all of Downtown Miami offering a direct water view and balcony access from BOTH bedrooms. In almost every other case, the view from the second bedroom faces west (away from the water) and/or does not have balcony access. The same can be said for most 3 bedroom units throughout Downtown Miami. Having an amazing water view is one of, if not, the biggest reasons to buy a condo in Miami, so why not buy a condo which would afford you the opportunity to enjoy the breathtaking views from EVERY room?
If you’re in search for the very best, look no further! Contact Lucas Lechuga for showings. I can be reached on my cell phone at 786-247-6332 or via email at [email protected].
Brickell Condo Tour and Construction Update [VIDEO] – February 14, 2015
It has been about four months since my last video tour covering the fast-paced development taking place in Brickell. Since then, a lot has happened, so I figured it was time to get back out on the road and provide everyone with another update. As you will see, this video is much more comprehensive, covering not only current and future construction, but also existing condo developments for those who may be unfamiliar or newly acquainted with the Brickell condo market. In the video, I even highlighted two, large commercial properties in Brickell which recently traded hands – the SunTrust building located at 777 Brickell Avenue, which sold earlier this week for $140M, and the former Capital at Brickell site located at 1420 South Miami Avenue, which was acquired this past December for $74.74M by CCCC International USA LLC, a subsidiary of Beijing’s China City Construction and American Da Tang Group of New York.
Coming to Market – 1800 Club Unit 4003 – Asking $599,000
I am happy to present a beautiful, new listing – a turnkey furnished, 2 bedroom/2 bath condo at 1800 Club offering breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean, Biscayne Bay, Miami Beach skyline, cruise ships, and sunrise from the 40th floor. The unit has 1,142 interior square feet; stainless steel appliances; wood flooring throughout the living room, kitchen, and both bedrooms; marble flooring throughout both bathrooms; and a Jacuzzi tub in the master bath. The video located at the bottom of this post, which was shot just a few days ago, provides the viewer with a thorough tour of the condo.
This condo, unit 4003, would make for an excellent investment property. It was last rented for $3,200 per month and would have no problem fetching at least $3,300 per month if it were rented today. The condominium association dues are $550 per month. These dues include services and expenses such as basic cable TV, high-speed Internet, water, sewer, trash removal, use and maintenance of the amenities and common areas, insurance on the exterior of the building, and on-site building management. Amenities at 1800 Club include: fitness center with direct water views, sauna, steam room, hot tub, club room, valet parking, and 24-hour concierge. 1800 Club is conveniently located directly across the street from Margaret Pace Park – a dog-friendly, waterfront park which includes a basketball court, fitness area, children’s playground, volleyball courts, and tennis courts.
1800 Club unit 4003 will hit the market in the coming weeks with an asking price of $599,000. If you have any questions and/or if you would like schedule an appointment to view the property in person, please do not hesitate to contact me. I may be reached via email at [email protected] or on my cell phone at 786-247-6332.
Below is a floor plan for unit 4003 at 1800 Club:
Just Listed – Unit 1105 at Jade at Brickell Bay – Asking $870,000
I am happy to announce my newest listing – a spectacular and incredibly rare, east-facing 1 bedroom, 1.5 bath condo at the luxurious Jade at Brickell Bay. The unit boasts 1,135 interior square feet; a large, expansive terrace suitable for outdoor dining and lounging; marble flooring throughout; and a breathtaking view of Biscayne Bay and the sunset. The kitchen comes equipped with cherry wood cabinets, granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances by Miele and Sub-Zero, including a wine cooler and cappuccino maker. The lavish bathroom suite features a Jacuzzi tub, separate glass-enclosed shower, bidet, and double vanity with marble countertops.
Jade at Brickell Bay offers world-class amenities which include: a penthouse-level club room; infinity-edge pools overlooking Biscayne Bay; a full-service spa and health club with sauna, steam room, massage rooms and treatment rooms; 24-hour, full-service concierge; complimentary valet parking for guests; 24-hour business center; and children’s playroom. The building is ideally located at 1331 Brickell Bay Drive, directly on the water and within walking distance to the shops, restaurants, and nightlife at Mary Brickell Village and the upcoming $1.2B+ mixed-use development called Brickell City Centre.
Unit 1105 is the ONLY 1 bedroom tower residence at Jade at Brickell Bay with a direct water view that is currently offered for sale. Within the past six months, there have been 8 east-facing units in the building that have sold (shown below). They sold at an average of $757 per square foot.
Unit BL-41 – sold for $722 per square foot on June 12, 2014
Unit 3305 – sold for $739 per square foot on June 23, 2014
Unit 2305 – sold for $711 per square foot on June 17, 2014
Unit 2211 – sold for $793 per square foot on July 29, 2014
Unit 3809 – sold for $723 per square foot on August 6, 2014
Unit 2409 – sold for $838 per square foot on August 14, 2014
Unit 3001 – sold for $813 per square foot on October 30, 2014
Unit 1511 – sold for $719 per square foot on November 12, 2014
Don’t miss your opportunity to purchase this hard to come by, east-facing 1 bedroom condo at the illustrious Jade at Brickell Bay. See below for additional photographs. If you have any questions and/or an interest in viewing the unit in person, please contact me via email at [email protected] or on my cell phone at 786-247-6332.
Progress Marches on in Downtown Miami
These days, it seems as though changes in Downtown Miami are happening overnight. In some cases, they do. While out walking my dogs tonight, I noticed two significant changes that I hadn’t noticed just the night before. (1) The Downtown Miami Pawn Shop has been obliterated. In fact, with the exception of some support beams and small overhang from what remains of the gas station, the development site of One Thousand Museum is free of all standing structures. (2) Miami Worldcenter banners are now wrapped around various fenced off lots marking the parameter of the development site for The Mall at Miami Worldcenter. One of the images on the banner shows a rendering of the upcoming Paramount Miami Worldcenter which is slated to break ground in the second quarter of 2015. It is a very exciting time for this burgeoning neighborhood. Three years from now, in many respects, Downtown Miami will be unrecognizable.
Just Listed – Unit 2402 at Ten Museum Park – Asking $969,000
I am pleased to introduce my newest listing at Ten Museum Park – unit 2402 – a beautiful 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath, bi-level loft with over 1,800 interior square feet and a private balcony overlooking the newly opened Museum Park. The property features soaring 20-foot ceilings with floor-to-ceiling glass windows; stainless steel appliances by Sub-Zero, Miele, and Bosch; a Terrazzo-topped custom kitchen island; utility room with full-size washer and dryer; a full glass-enclosed shower with rainfall shower head; and direct, unobstructed views of the Atlantic Ocean, Biscayne Bay, and Miami Beach skyline.
As of this posting, unit 2402 is the best priced unit in the building among those that offer a direct water view. As you may recall, I recently listed and sold unit 1802 – a 2 bedroom located six floors directly below unit 2402. That one received multiple offers and went under contract within 7 days. With peak season right around the corner, I am confident that interest in this property will be equally as great.
Below, you will find additional photographs of unit 2402 at Ten Museum Park. If you or someone you know have an interest in viewing this property in person, please contact me via email at [email protected] or on my cell phone at 786-247-6332.
Paramount Miami Worldcenter – Now Accepting Reservations!
The moment has finally arrived – reservations for condos at Paramount Miami Worldcenter are now being accepted. In this initial offering, the developer is releasing just 60 of the tower’s 470 total units. Each residence at Paramount Miami Worldcenter will have 10-foot ceilings, a private elevator, and either 11-foot or 14-foot deep terraces. To give you sense for the size of the terrace space, they are as large or larger than most master bedrooms in Miami. The floor plans are huge! The smallest 1 bedroom condo has 1,294 interior square feet; the smallest 2 bedroom condo has 1,690 interior square feet; and the smallest 3 bedroom condo has 2,320 interior square feet. Paramount Miami Worldcenter reminds me of something out of Las Vegas mixed with Time Square. I will have the renderings within the next couple of days. Be ready to be impressed. This development is truly remarkable. Contact me for additional details.
Paramount Miami Worldcenter will rise 700 feet and include 466 total residences comprised of the following mix of units:
1 bedroom + den/2 bath (ranging from 1,294 interior square feet to 1,386 interior square feet) – starting at $690,000
2 bedroom + den/3 bath (ranging from 1,630 interior square feet to 1,753 interior square feet) – starting at $980,000
3 bedroom + den/4 bath (ranging from 2,320 interior square feet to 2,376 interior square feet) – starting at $1,400,000
Villas (will be released at a later date – located on the 9th floor; private swimming pool and rooftop Jacuzzi; approximately 3,000 interior square feet) – TBD
Penthouses (will be released at a later date – located on floors 46 through 54) – TBD
Below is the Paramount Miami Worldcenter building floor plan key for condos located on floors 11-45:
Below are the floor plans for condos at Paramount Miami Worldcenter. They are displayed in order starting with the 01 line and ending with the 12 line. Take note of the size of the terraces (AKA “outdoor living rooms”).
Amenities at Paramount Miami Worldcenter will include the following:
9th Floor Amenities
Conservatory
Recreation Lounge
Outdoor Lounge
State-of-the-art Fitness Center
Boxing Studio
Aerobics Area
Treatment Rooms
Hair/Nail Bar
Outdoor Bath Gardens
Kids Play Room
Video Game Play Room
Social Lounge (Pool Table, etc.)
Karaoke/Jam Room
Recording Studio
10th Floor Amenities
Resort-style Pools with In-pool Cabanas
Walking Paths
Picnic/BBQ Areas
Yacht Skyview Deck amenities located at the very top of Paramount Miami Worldcenter
Skyview Lounge
Pool
Bar
Yoga Deck
Deposit schedule for Paramount Miami Worldcenter is as follows:
10% at reservation – NOW
10% at contract (1st quarter of 2015)
10% at groundbreaking (2nd quarter of 2015)
10% at 8th floor (4th quarter of 2015)
10% at top-off
50% at closing (Summer 2018)
Paramount Miami Worldcenter development team:
Developer – Daniel Kodsi, Art Falcone, and Nitin Motwani
Architect – Elkus Manfredi Architects
Interior Design – ID & Design International
The following videos provide an overview of the Miami Worldcenter Master Plan which includes not only Paramount Miami Worldcenter but also The Mall at Miami Worldcenter:
