Miami’s Urban Development Review Board voted last Wednesday on approval for Aria Reserve in Edgewater. Approval was received from Miami’s Planning Department and was key in beginning the first steps of the twin tower construction project.
Sales for Aria Reserve South tower began last month, and according to the developers, the Melo Group, condo sales are strong. With over 20% of the units already reserved, they are expecting an increase in sales.
Rising 60 stories at 627 feet, Aria Reserve features two towers and will be considered the tallest residential twin towers in the United States. Each tower will feature around 390 units and 1,608 parking spaces.
Units are starting at $750,000 and the 15 penthouses are starting at $12 million. Units will feature 1 to 4 bedroom floor plans with 1,100 to 2,600 square feet of living space. The penthouses will range from 3,500 to 9,000 square feet, each with a 3-car garage.
Tower Amenities:
2-acre recreation deck
Lap pool and spa
Gaming center
Playground
Tennis courts
Basketball courts
Paddle courts
Miniature golf course
Wellness center
Gym
Meditation Garden
Residence Features
Unobstructed views of Biscayne Bay and Ocean
Finished residences with two flooring options
All residences include 2 high-speed elevators
All residences include an office/media room
All residences are sunrise-sunset flow-through from East to West
3-month seasonal rentals allowed up to 4 times per year
Based on market demand, the Melo Group with determine whether to begin sales for tower 2. Construction of Aria Reserve south tower should begin in the spring of 2022 with an anticipated completion date of 2024. If you or someone you know have an interest in purchasing at Aria Reserve, please contact Lucas Lechuga via email at [email protected] or by phone at (786)247-6332.
Related Group CEO Lists Coconut Grove Mansion for $33 Million
Photo Credit: The Jills Zeder Group
Related Group’s CEO Jorge Pérez, also known as the “Condo King,” recently listed his Miami home for $33 million. Located in Coconut Grove at 3323 Devon Court in Huges Cove, a gated community south of downtown Miami. Huges Cove features a total of 10 homes, each with custom architecture overlooking Biscayne Bay.
The Venetian-style mansion is sited on 0.92 acres with over 8,000 square feet of living space. With 6 bedrooms and 7 bathrooms, this unique home was built in 1996 as the family home of Pérez. The Venetian style is evident throughout with its beige travertine floors, light, and airy feel throughout, as well as classic touches of Italian artistry.
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The property is truly a dream with resort amenities, including an infinity pool, spa, and gardens all on 482 feet of water frontage. The property also features exclusive water rights, a boat dock, and incredible views of Biscayne Bay.
According to tax records, Pérez originally purchased the home for $1.45 million in 1994. More recently, Pérez has sold his Apogee Beach penthouse for $6 million as well as the Related Group sold their Miami headquarters for $24 million.
Photo Credit: The Jills Zeder Group
The Related Group is a development company that started in Miami in 1979. Over the years, they have built iconic towers that have enhanced the Miami skyline. Related has built and managed over 100,000 condo towers. Their current projects include; They are currently working on 1400 Biscayne, District 225, and Baccarat Residences Miami.
If you or someone you know have an interest in purchasing any of the Related Group units, please contact Lucas Lechuga via email at [email protected] or by phone at (786)247-6332.
Photo Credit: The Jills Zeder Group
End of June Condo Sales Reach $259 Million
Another week of real estate sales shows a significant increase in volume and the total number of condos sold for Miami-Dade. According to the MLS, for the week of June 27th, through July 3rd, 357 condos sold for a combined $259 million. The previous week shows only 237 condos sold for a combined value of $159 million.
The average sales price for condos is $725,000. Last week’s price fell to $671,000. We are seeing a steady climb in condo price averages as well as an uptick in new construction sales.
The most expensive sale last week was non-other than a penthouse at The Mansions of Acqualina in Sunny Isles Beach that sold for $27 million. This 9,103 square foot condo features four bedrooms, 6.5 bathrooms, and 2 kitchens, also fully furnished by Fendi/Bentley. This developer-owned (The Trump Group) condo sold for $3,000 price per square foot. This sale is considered the third-highest condo sale in Miami-Dade history.
The second most expensive condo sale was at Continuum of South Beach. This unit sold for $8.6 million at a $2,459 price per square foot. This property was on the market for 108 days. This condo features 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, with 3,500 square feet of living space. The property also features an Italian kitchen, marble floors throughout, and gorgeous ocean views.
One of the more notable single-family residential sales includes an Indian Creek Island Mansion purchased by a developer, Todd Michael Glaser for $24 million. This property located at 37 Indian Creek features 7,236 square feet of living space situated on 1.2 acres. Glaser plans to demolish this estate to build a larger home with 2 pools and double the square footage with hopes to list the new construction home at $50 million.
Developer Todd Micheal Glaser buys Indian Creek Waterfront Mansion for $24 Million
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Developer, Todd Michael Glaser is a Miami native and a well-known developer who has made a name for himself with projects like 1000 Museum. Most recently, Glaser and his partners purchased an Indian Creek mansion for $23.8 million. The property was originally listed in October 2020 for $20 million and taken off the market in March 2021.
The Indian Creek waterfront mansion is located at 37 Indian Creek Road featuring 7,236 square feet of living space set on 1.2 acres. This 3 bedroom, 4 bathroom estate boasts an expansive brick driveway leading to a Mediterranean-style home. The large pool overlooks Biscayne Bay with a 20-foot boat dock.
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The seller of the home was Don Francisco, host of ‘Sábado Gigante’ a Spanish language variety show that showcased musicians and comedians. He hosted the show for 53 years ending in 2015 and returned to TV with a new show “Don Francisco Te Invita.” Francisco originally purchased the property in 1993 for $2.6 million and has made several updates throughout the years.
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Glaser and his partners plan on demolishing the home to build a mansion double the size and double the value. With the help of architect Kobi Karp, this new estate will be one of a kind. It will feature 2 pools and with plans on being listed around $50 million. The anticipated completion for construction is set for December 2021.
Indian Creek Island is a gated island north of Miami Beach. It has its own police force that patrols 24 hours a day. Billionaires are known to call this place home because of the security and exclusiveness it offers.
Notables like Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner as well as Hotels.com co-founder Bob Diener own properties on the island. Last year alone, Tom Brady and his wife, Gisele Bundchen purchased a lot for $17 million, where they plan on building a new estate.
There is only one property currently on the market on Indian Creek Island. The property located at 29 Indian Creek Drive is listed for rent at $100,000 monthly and features 4 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms with gorgeous southern exposure of Biscayne Bay. For more information on this property or about Indian Creek Island, please contact Lucas Lechuga via email at [email protected] or by phone at (786)247-6332.
Aria Reserve-Tallest Waterfront Twin Towers in the United States are Coming to Miami
I am sure you have heard of the Aria Reserve Towers Miami, and if you haven’t, keep reading. It will truly be the most unique and luxurious towers to grace the Miami coastline. With its modern yet sultry design set directly on Biscayne Bay, it will truly feel like you are living on a resort!
Located at 711 Northeast 23rd Terrace, Miami’s most coveted area in the Edgewater neighborhood, Aria residents will be able to enjoy Miami’s pristine beaches, Miami Beach nightlife, and the Design District’s shopping. This project is being developed by the Melo Group and designed by Bernardo Fort-Brescia of Arquitectonica with interiors designed by MORADA.
Aria Reserve will be the tallest waterfront twin residential towers in the United States rising 62 stories high. Sited on a 5.2-acre development with 547 linear feet of water frontage, it will offer unparalleled amenities. Melo Group also plans to build a public park from Aria connecting to the Miami Baywalk. The development site was previously known as Island Bay.
The Melo Group has recently launched sales for 321 units in the south tower of Aria. With roughly 800 units between the two towers, pricing for Aria Reserve’s first building will start at $750,000. There are 15 penthouses available starting at $12 million. Units will feature 1 to 4 bedroom floor plans with 1,100 square feet to 2,600 square feet of living space. The penthouses will range from 3,500 square feet to 9,000+ square feet, each including a 3-car garage. Sales for the second tower will be launched based on market demand.
Tower Amenities:
2-acre recreation deck
Lap pool and spa
Gaming center
Playground
Tennis courts
Basketball courts
Paddle courts
Miniature golf course
Wellness center
Gym
Meditation Garden
Residence Features
Unobstructed views of Biscayne Bay and Ocean
Finished residences with two flooring options
All residences include 2 high-speed elevators
All residences include an office/media room
All residences are sunrise-sunset flow-through from East to West
3-month seasonal rentals allowed up to 4 times per year
Construction of Aria Reserve south tower should begin in the spring of 2022 with an anticipated completion date of 2024. If you or someone you know have an interest in purchasing at Aria Reserve, please contact Lucas Lechuga via email at [email protected] or by phone at (786)247-6332.
Construction Permits Filed for NEMA Miami
In the wake of Miami’s construction boom, it is of no surprise that another tower will be underway soon. Plans for NEMA Miami were originally announced in February 2020 with plans to break ground earlier this year. The permits for this tower were finally filed this week with an anticipated groundbreaking mid to late August 2021.
Located at 2900 Biscayne Boulevard, NEMA Miami will rise 39 stories high at 428 feet high with plans of 588 apartments. There will be an additional 56,000+ square feet of retail space with a potential organic grocery store occupying a portion of the space. Located at the edge of Wynwood and Edgewater, NEMA will be centrally located close to the Design District as well as Brickell.
NEMA Miami will be Designed by Arquitectonia and the Rockwell Group, and developers include Crescent Heights. Crescent Heights have been responsible for all of NEMA towers.
The design appears to be a more modern style with a glass exterior reflecting the Miami sky. According to their website, “no two NEMA’s are alike,” and that their designs represent the culture of the neighborhood that they are located.
Tower amenities for NEMA include club benefits when traveling, guest suites, NEMA events, a full-service fitness center, a sky deck pool, and much more!
Residence Amenities:
Expansive floor-to-ceiling windows
9-foot-high ceilings
6-inch-wide plank floors
Acoustic solid wood core doors
Lutron Caseta lighting and ecobee3 thermostats
30-foot-long recessed balconies*
Extra den or office space*
Blackout and sheer thermal shades*
Custom-designed David Rockwell kitchen pendant
Kitchen island*
Chicago-sourced custom cabinetry featuring soft closures and dimmable lighting
Caesarstone countertops and seamless backsplashes
Blomberg stainless steel gas range and paneled dishwasher
Baths with polished chrome Hansgrohe fixtures and Duravit sinks
Dual vanity bathrooms*
Full-size washer & dryer in every apartment
Walk-in closets*
Customizable Elfa closet organization
Keyless entry via NEMA fob card or mobile app *Select residences.
The estimated construction costs for this project is $165 million.
Developers for Residences by Armani Casa Report $1 Billion Sellout
Residences by Armani/Casa has set a new record for condo sales in Sunny Isles Beach. With nearly $1 billion in sales, Residences by Armani/Casa has nearly sold out of the luxury condos, which is significantly more than any other new construction tower in Sunny Isles Beach.
Located at 18975 Collins Avenue in Sunny Isles Beach, this 60-story project was completed in late 2019 just before the COVID pandemic shut down travel and events, which also delayed some of the sales/closings for the new development.
According to the President of Dezer Development (Developer for Residences by Armani/Casa), the building was 85% sold when they first started sales in February 2020 but sales got stagnant and the development was selling around 1 unit a month during the pandemic. The sales began to increase once Florida started to open up.
More recently, two penthouses sold in this tower with one at $7 million and the other at $9 million. Among the buyers include Radamel Falcao (Colombian professional soccer player).
About the Residences of Armani/Casa
The Related Group and Dezer Development are responsible for the creation of Residences by Armani/Casa. The project was completed in 2019 and the property was originally purchased in 2016 for a $305 million construction loan from Wells Fargo, which was reported to already be paid off.
This development features 308 luxury condo units with 2,716 to 3,748 square feet of living space. Pricing starts at $1million with 3 to 4 bedroom floor plan options. Residence amenities include Wolf kitchen appliances, Armani-designed sinks, 10 feet deep private balconies, and much more!
Residence Features
Armani Dada designed and fabricated cabinetry
Sub-Zero refrigerator/freezer and wine cooler
Elegant imported stone countertops and glass backsplashes
Wolf kitchen appliances
Armani Roca designed sinks and faucets
His and her bathrooms in select residences
Spa-inspired shower with Armani Roca wall-mounted handheld spray and large rainshower in most residences
Marble stone floors, walls, and full stone cladding vanity and stone countertops
High-performance Toto Neorest toilet with integrated bidet technology in the master bath only
Private high-speed elevator access to most residences
Breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean and city through floor-to-ceiling glass windows
10-foot deep private balconies with glass railings in all residences
8-foot-high double-door entry to a spacious foyer in select units
Summer kitchen with an under-counter Sub-Zero refrigerator in all residences
Digital thermostat featuring intelligent climate control
Recessed lighting in select corridors and bathrooms
Large capacity full-size washer/dryer in all residences
All residences pre-wired for audio speakers as well as motorized shades and programmed lighting controls in select locations
Smart building technology provides seamless access to select building amenities
Tower Amenities
Oceanfront terrace with heated swimming pool, hot tub, and poolside food and beverage service
State-of-the-art fitness center overlooking the Atlantic Ocean
Men’s and women’s dressing rooms with lockers and showers
Private oceanfront restaurant and bar with outdoor seating and in-residence delivery
Exclusive beach amenities, including food and beverage services, chaise lounges, umbrellas, and beach attendants
Two-story Spa with indoor and outdoor treatment rooms
Ocean-view yoga studio with Pilates equipment
Cigar room
Temperature- and humidity-controlled wine cellar
Bar area
Game room with pool table
Children’s playroom
Armani Prive lounge at the lobby level
24-hour multilingual concierge service
24-hour valet parking service
24-hour security
Professionally curated collection of museum-quality art, including monumental sculptures by Sandro Chia and Sinisa Kukec
There are just a few units left at Residences by Armani/Casa. If you or someone you know have an interest in purchasing one of the units, please contact Lucas Lechuga via email at [email protected] or by phone at (786)247-6332.
Missoni Baia Tops off Construction
The long-awaited 649-foot waterfront tower, Missoni Baia is now topping off construction at 57 stories. Located in the Edgewater neighborhood of Biscayne Bay at 777 NE 26th Terrace. Missoni Baia is the first Missoni branded condominium tower in the world.
Developers for this project include OKO Group and Cain International who are responsible for creations such as UNA Residences and 830 Brickell. The building is being designed by architect Hani Rashid of Asymptote Architecture and landscape design by Enzo Enea.
This luxury tower features 249 units with 1 to 5 bedroom floor plans measuring between 776 and 3,788 square feet. Pricing for the units fall between $650,000 to $9 million. This bayfront tower also features 200 feet of linear Bayfront access.
According to Vanessa Grout, the CEO of the OKO Group, domestic buyers surged once single-family home prices escalated. “As a result, luxury condominiums like Missoni Baia are proving much more attractive, promising less maintenance costs and an abundance of resort-style amenities,” says Grout.
Interior unit features include 10-foot ceilings, expansive terraces, impact-resistant glass windows, and custom kitchens with high-end appliances. Residents of Missoni Baia will have access to ultra-luxurious amenities including a private spa with sauna, steam room, multiple pools with poolside lounges, a bay-terrace lounge, resident game room, kid’s pool and play area, and a pet spa.
As of June, a majority of the units at Missoni Baia have sold, and closed sales have reached approximately $100 million. This gorgeous tower is set to complete at the end of 2021. If you or someone you know have an interest in purchasing one of the units at Missoni Baia, please contact Lucas Lechuga via email at [email protected] or by phone at (786)247-6332.
Volume for Condo Sales Rose more than $60 Million for June
According to the Miami-Dade MLS (Multiple Listing Service), condo sales for Miami rose more than $60 million, while the number of units remained steady. As of last week, 273 units sold, which is very similar to the previous week with a dollar amount totaling just over $210 million, with the previous week at $149.3 million.
The average sell price for condos from June 13 to June 19 is up to $770,000 with the previous week at $541,000. The most expensive sale for this week included a penthouse at Miami Beach’s Faena House for $11.2 million equaling $2,628 per square foot. The unit was on the market for 267 days.
Faena House condominium is located at 3315 Collins Avenue in Miami Beach. It is an ultra-luxury tower with 47 units rising 18 stories tall. This building offers 1 to 4 bedroom floor plans with 1,307 to 8,273 interior square feet of living space. Residence features include; Miele appliances, Dornbracht bathroom finishes, marble flooring, and Crestron Automated Systems. Residents enjoy exclusive amenities including a 24-hour doorman, valet, spa, fitness center, beach club, and direct ocean views.
The second most expensive sale was at the Surf Club Four Seasons in Surfside selling for $6 million at $3,409 per square foot. This property was on the market for 126 days.
Surf Club Four Seasons located at 9001 Collins Avenue and 9111 Collins Avenue in Surfside was designed by architect Richard Meier who brilliantly blinded the historical Surf Club and the new 12-story development. The Surf Club Four Season features 150 residences and 77 hotel rooms. The residences feature 1 to 5 bedroom units with staff quarters ranging from 1,411 to 7,500 square feet of living space with floor-to-ceiling glass walls, expansive balconies, and unobstructed views of the Atlantic Ocean and Biscayne Bay.
President of a Wealth Management Firm Buys Waterfront Mansion in Coral Gables for $14.6 Million
Miguel Duenas, President and Chief Investment Officer for Dimension Capital Management (Coral Gables based wealth management firm), just purchased a waterfront mansion in the Old Cutler Bay community for $14.6 million.
Miguel and his wife purchased the home located at 9385 Balada Street, Coral Gables from Jose I. and Elizabeth J. Garcia. The Garcias originally purchased the estate in 2018 for $7 million.
The home was built in 2007, featuring 6 bedrooms, 7.5 bathrooms with 8,245 square feet of living space. The lovely estate sits on 0.7 acres with 364 feet of water frontage. The home is equipped with everything you could possibly need and want in a luxury home; full-gym, elevator, infinity pool and boat dock.
The gorgeous home is completely refined with custom cabinetry, granite countertops, and high-end stainless steel appliances. Multiple covered terraces grace the exterior overlooking the unobstructed bay. One of the best features of this property is that there are no bridges to hinder direct access to Biscayne Bay.
This subdivision located in Coral Gables is known for its privacy and architecturally designed waterfront estates. Upon entering the gated-community, you are greeting with gorgeous tree-lined streets leading to the immaculate and custom estates. You will truly have a neighborhood feel in the middle of a big city.
Neighborhood Amenities:
5+ miles of walking and biking trails
24 hour guard gate with security
24 hour roving patrol security
Direct access to the Atlantic Ocean
Wide canals for boating
Old Cutler Bay is located one block south of Kendal Drive and just a few minutes from Matheson Hammock Park & Marina and Fairchild Tropical Gardens. This neighborhood also places you 30 minutes away from Miami International Airport as well as downtown Miami.
Recent sales in Old Cutler Bay include the founder of TechCrunch, who purchased a waterfront mansion for $16 million in May.
