70% Sold for Standard Residences

The Standard Midtown Residences
The Standard Midtown Residences

In November Rosso Development along with Standard International announced their collaboration on a development project in Midtown Miami, The Standard Residences. Now, the Standard has reached 70% sold in only 5 months.

Situated between the Design District and Wynwood, the Standard Residences will rise 12 stores and will feature 228 luxury hotel branded units curated by Urban Robot and Standard International. Arquitectonica is listed as the architect on the project.

The luxury units range from 432 to 965 square feet of living space with studio to two-bedroom floor plan options still available. Prices will range from $469,900 to $949,900

Price Breakdown

  • Studios starting at $469,900
  • 1-bedroom starting at $699,900
  • 1-Bedroom + Den starting at $809,900
  • 2-bedrooms starting at $949,900

The units will feature cubby kitchens designed by Urban Robot, expansive 6′ deep terraces, and master baths with double showers. Unit owners will be able to rent their units for periods of up to 30 days with exclusive benefits to friends and family.

Amenities:

  • 35,000 square feet of amenities
  • 10,000 square feet of retail space
  • Expansive lobby with lounge areas and a cafe
  • Rooftop restaurant
  • Bar
  • 60-foot resort-style pool
  • Sweat room and fitness center
  • Indoor pickleball court
  • Yoga and stretch studios
  • Karaoke bar
  • Pet Spa
  • Party room

Carols Rosso, owner of Rosso Development has stated that this is his first major development since he left the Related Group. Rosso hinted at additional Standard-branded residential projects in the pipeline.

Standard International, currently operates 16 hotels in the United States and across the world and owns a waterfront hotel on the Venetian Islands in Miami Beach named the Standard Spa.

The sales gallery is still under construction and is expected to be completed in June 2022. Construction on the actual tower has already started and the expected completion date is in 2023.

Two Roads Development Buys $150 Million Edgewater Site for a 3 Tower Project

Two Roads Development Proposes 3 Tower Development in Edgewater
Two Roads Development Proposes 3 Tower Development in Edgewater

Two Roads Development recently purchased a $150 million development site in Miami’s Edgewater neighborhood, with the intent to build a 3-tower luxury condominium complex.

With the purchase of Biscayne 21, a 1960s-era condo with 191 units, Two Roads obtained the 3.5-acre beachfront lot located at 2121 North Bayshore Drive for $150 million.

Arquitectonica’s Bernardo Fort-Brescia will design the tower, which will contain branded apartments and luxury condo units.

Three Roads Development plans to build the 3 towers rising 60 stories tall or about 649 feet tall with up to 750 residential units and apartments.

The sellers which include 176 unit owners, were represented by an Avison Young team led by John Crotty and Michael Fay. More than two years ago, the unit owners came together and hired Avison Young to offer their property in bulk to Two Roads Development.

According to the Avison Young team, the unit owners were able “to negotiate for a multiple of more than three times what the sellers would have sold their individual units for on a one-off basis.”

Two Roads is a West Palm Beach and Miami-based developer that is known for its other towers including Elysee and Biscayne Beach.

Construction Update for Una Residences

Una Residences Miami
Una Residences Miami

Construction at one of the newest Brickell towers, Una Residences Miami has gone vertical. Recently, a tower crane was seen being installed to begin the actual construction of the tower.

Since the project began construction in 2022, the developers began with one of the most extensive projects of the construction, the underground parking garage. At 100,000 square feet, the garage is considered one of the most expensive and deepest garages in Miami with the ability to house 236 cars. The garage itself is 3 stores below sea level.

With the parking garage located under the building, the developers were able to increase the height of the lobby and include 20-foot tall glass windows that will overlook the pool deck.

UNA Residences Miami will rise 47-stories located at 175 SE 25th Road. Designers include Adrian Smith + Gordon Gill Architecture (designers of Dubai’s Burj Khalifa and the Jeddah Tower in Saudi Arabia) are partnering with Enzo Enea. Developers include the OKO Group and Cain International.

UNA Residences will feature floor-to-ceiling glass surfaces on every floor ‘reflecting the Miami sunshine,’ 10′ 8″ foot ceilings in every residence, and the most spectacular views of Biscayne Bay and the Rickenbacker causeway. Prices for these remarkable units range from $942,000 to $6,643,000.

BUILDING FEATURES

  • 135 luxury condominium residences
  • Iconic 45-story waterfront condominium
  • 2 to 5 bedroom residences ranging from 1,100 to 4,786 sq ft
  • Unobstructed views of the Atlantic Ocean, Biscayne Bay, and the city skyline
  • High-efficiency and noise-reducing floor-to-ceiling exterior glass
  • Three levels of underground parking

RESIDENCE FEATURES

  • Private elevator entries into each residence
  • Expansive terraces with effortless “lift-and-glide” floor-to-ceiling doors and glass balcony railings
  • 10’8″ ceiling heights, above Miami standard
  • Chef’s kitchens with Gaggenau ovens, electric induction cooktops, microwaves, dishwashers, and refrigerators/freezers
  • Master suites with separate his and hers closets and bathrooms
  • Utility rooms with full-sized washers and dryers
  • Flow-through residences with east-to-west ocean and city exposures on the top floors
  • Two penthouses, each with a private pool and 11’7″ to 12’4″ ceilings

AMENITIES

  • Bayfront pool
  • Outdoor lap pool
  • Family pool
  • Jacuzzi
  • Catering kitchen
  • Kids’ splash-pad area
  • Owners’ lounge
  • Private dining/party room
  • Movie theater
  • Kids’ playroom
  • Outdoor lounge
  • Baywalk access
  • State-of-the-art fitness center, with yoga and personal training areas, plus his and hers dressing rooms
  • Private marina
  • Spa with steam room and sauna, as well as indoor and outdoor private massage treatment rooms overlooking the bay
  • Dedicated beauty suite for private hairstyling, manicure, and pedicure appointments
  • Beautifully landscaped outdoor terraces
  • Dog-walk area
  • Private air-conditioned storage areas

SERVICES

  • 24-hour concierge service
  • Combination of valet service and self-parking
  • Package room

UNA Residences Miami is estimated to be completed summer of 2022. If you or someone you know have an interest in purchasing at Una Residences, please contact Lucas Lechuga via email at lucas@miamicondoinvestments.com or by phone at (786)247-6332.

Miami Condo Investments Celebrates its 15 Year Anniversary

Miami Condo Investments 15th Anniversary
Miami Condo Investments 15th Anniversary

On May 17th 2007, Lucas Lechuga launched one of the most successful condo websites in Miami. With just a desire to bring better user experience, real estate listings, and news, Lechuga has achieved just that and so much more!

Over the years, he was able to develop a way for users to search for their potential properties through alternative methods instead of the traditional zip code searches and he also found a way for consumers to access market statistics without ever having to make a call or enduring tedious research methods.

In 2017, for the 10 year anniversary of the website, the average users ranged from 40,000 unique visitors per month globally from 200 countries. Still pacing as the #1 Miami Condos Website, 2022 brings over 100,000 unique visitors per month globally just through Google.

Not only does Miami Condo Investments offer a unique real estate listing experience, but you can also enjoy new construction tower updates, real-time inventory data, condo ranking system, up-to-date condo tower photos, rentals, and a real estate blog posted daily.

We are also in the process of some new landing pages aiming to be even more user and mobile friendly, searching with specific criteria, and a new mobile app. We will update everyone once we get closer to a launch date.

As far as the team…During our last anniversary, our team included six agents and now our team is growing along with the website. We have reached 9 agents that assist buyers and sellers with all of their real estate needs. We also have 3 office admins, including assistants and marketing pros.

We are so grateful for all of the accomplishments that this website and our team has completed over the past 15 years and we can’t forget about our readers and clients. Thank you so much for allowing Miami Condo Investments to be your most knowledgable partner while navigating the real estate market. We look forward to serving you and Miami the next 15 years!

Sales for Waldorf Astoria Miami Hotel and Residences Reaches 84% Sold

Waldorf Astoria Hotel and Residences Miami
Waldorf Astoria Hotel and Residences Miami

Developers for the Waldorf Astoria Miami Hotel and Residences have just announced that sales have officially reached 84% prior to breaking ground on the construction site. This is of no surprise considering most the demand for new construction condos in Miami.

Sales were launched in March 2021, and they claim that the market has been so robust that 75 percent of the inventory has been sold in the first nine months.

The 100-story tower assembled to look like staggered glass boxes in downtown Miami is the result of a collaboration between PMG, Greybrook Realty Partners, and Hilton. Rising 1,048 feet tall, Waldorf Astoria Hotel and Residences Miami will be the tallest Miami tower and Miami’s first supertall skyscraper.

This luxury project will include 360 condo residences, 205-key hotel rooms operated by Waldorf Astoria. 

Towe Amenities:

  • Private bar/wine tasting room
  • Signature restaurant
  • Meeting and boardrooms
  • All-day dining brasserie
  • Waldorf Astoria Kids Club
  • Peacock Alley
  • True Waldorf service and concierge
  • 24-hour valet parking
  • Waldorf Astoria immersive resort-style pool with outdoor cafe and private cabanas
  • 24-hour doormen and lobby desk attendants
  • Live-in resident manager and 24-hour security
  • 24-hour concierge services as well as access to dedicated on-site professionals
  • Signature spa
  • A leading-edge fitness center with private training studios
  • Owners Lounge with high ceilings, billiard and entertainment room, and adjacent catering kitchen
  • Private residential pool deck with whirlpools and lounging areas
  • Frontdoor package and service delivery via signature Concierge Closet
  • Exclusive Waldorf Astoria Miami access and benefits, including preferred spa and restaurant rates and access to a la carte hotel services

Residence Features:

  • The latest “smart building” technology with a custom Waldorf Astoria Residences app linking residents to 24-hour concierge services and building amenities
  • 10-foot-high ceilings with floor-to-ceiling windows sporting stunning views of the city, Biscayne Bay, Miami Beach, and the Atlantic Ocean
  • All residential interiors designed by award-winning interior design firm BAMO
  • A contemporary lighting package including recessed lighting, dimmers, and lighting control
  • Includes integrated audio, video, and lighting systems
  • Fully built-out closets in all residences curated by BAMO
  • Flooring selections included with specifications recommended by BAMO
  • Built-in top-of-the-line in-unit washer and dryer
  • Valet parking included
  • Pre-wired for high-speed communications and data connection
  • Sub-Zero and Wolf appliance package with wine storage and integrated paneled microwave, dishwasher, built-in convection oven, and refrigerator/freezer
  • Kitchens featuring custom Italian cabinetry curated by BAMO
  • Dornbracht and Duravit bathroom fixtures and accessories
  • Master bathrooms with rainfall showers and custom Italian vanities

The building was designed by Carlos Ott and Sieger Suarez Architects. The design will resemble nine large, staggered/stacked glass cubes. The interiors of Waldorf Astoria Residences Miami were designed by BAMO.

According to the developers, the ground-breaking is expected to be this summer. Residences start at $1 million and the tower is expected to be complete in 2025.

Triple Tower Development Proposed by Hyatt and Gencom on the Miami River

Hyatt and Gencom Proposed 3 Tower Development
Hyatt and Gencom Proposed 3 Tower Development

Hyatt and Gencom have recently formed a partnership with the goal to redevelop downtown Miami’s Hyatt Regency into a 3 tower development site located directly on the Miami River. This development is expected to enhance access in and out of the city, and revitalize a major section of Miami’s riverfront.

The proposal calls for a privately funded makeover that includes a reinvented Hyatt Regency hotel with over 1,500 residential apartments, meeting space, and open-air public space along the Miami River.

Three skyscrapers are planned for the site. 682 multifamily apartments, a 615-room Hyatt Regency with over 100,000 square feet of conference space, and 264 serviced apartments will be housed in Towers 1 and 2, which will rise 61 stories.

Tower three, which is expected to have 860 residential units, will be one of South Florida’s highest structures dubbing it a supertall tower. According to a spokesperson of the joint venture, the supertall tower would be 1,049 feet tall, which is the highest height allowed by Miami’s zoning standards.

The towers will be above a podium structure with 190,000 square feet of Class A conference space, which is a 50 percent increase over the James L. Knight Center’s current capacity.

Tower Proposal

  • 1,806 apartments
  • 20,000 sq. ft. of co-working space
  • 615 rooms under the Hyatt Regency hotel brand
  • 190,000 sq. ft. of meeting space
  • 12,000 sq. ft. of food and beverage/retail space
  • Restaurant and lounge located in a skybridge linking the two shorter towers just 700 ft high
  • 50,000+ sq. ft. of public space
  • 1,100 parking spaces
  • Rebuilt riverwalk spanning 480 feet
  • Covered pedestrian bridge connection to Metromover’s Knight Center Station

Arquitectonica is listed as the architect. Construction on the Hyatt Regency Miami property is planned to begin in 2025 if voters approve the project in November 2022.

Proposed Tower in Miami
Hyatt and Gencom Proposed 3 Tower Development

One Thousand Museum has Officially Sold Out

One Thousand Museum helipad aerial
1000 Museum condos

One Thousand Museum has hit so many milestones since its inception in 2014. Just in the first month of sales in 2016, the luxury tower reached $30 million sold which remember 2022 tower sales launches. Now, One Thousand Museum has officially sold, solidifying the legacy of the late Pritzker-winning architect Zaha Hadid.

One Thousand Museum, also known as the Scorpion Tower, is a monument to brilliance and creativity, Through the views and design of Dame Zaha Hadid, it is a powerful physical statement about the soul of Miami.

With views of Biscayne Bay, the Atlantic Ocean, and Miami Skyline; One Thousand Museum is only minutes from South Beach and the Brickell financial district. This contemporary tower rises 60 stories with 83 total units; 4 duplex townhouses, 70 half-floor units, 8 full floor penthouses and 1 double story/full floor penthouse.

Two lower level floors are dedicated to an indoor/outdoor wellness and spa, as well as the rooftop featuring the Aquatics Center and Sky Lounge.

Developed by Louis Birdman, Gregg Covin, Kevin Venger, and Regalia Group, One Thousand Museum is South Florida’s first residential complex with its own rooftop helipad, allowing residents to quickly travel to adjacent islands, private and commercial airports, and private boats.

One Thousand Museum Amenities

  • A spacious fitness center with state-of-the-art strength and cardio training equipment
  • Spa with private treatment rooms, steam and sauna rooms, plunge pools, and relaxation lounge
  • Multimedia theater for private movie screenings, lectures, and presentations
  • Sun & Swim Terrace with pools, lounge chairs, cabanas, and poolside towel service
  • Aquatic Center with indoor, infinity-edge pool
  • Private dining room
  • Triple-height event space overlooking Biscayne Bay
  • Private rooftop helipad
  • Specialized security and valet personnel
  • Full-service concierge
  • Bank-quality vault with individual safe deposit box for every residence

One Thousand Museum Residence Features

  • Custom Italian cabinetry by Poliform
  • Fine quartz countertops by Silestone
  • Induction cooktop, oven, steam oven, microwave, dishwasher, and integrated coffee maker by Gaggenau
  • Refrigerator by Sub-Zero
  • Faucets and fixtures by Dornbracht, Duravit, and MTI
  • Interior doors by Lualdi Porte with door handles designed by Zaha Hadid
  • Custom-designed, Italian-made walk-in closets
  • Extensive state-of-the-art home automation by Crestron, allowing residents to control a range of in-residence applications including lighting, heating, air conditioning, audio, video, window treatments, and security
  • Oversized terraces
  • East-to-west flow-through floor plans

Demand for condominiums in Miami has increased within the past year. Residential home shortages, as well as an increase in relocations, are driving factors for this demand. According to Business Insider; bankers, fund managers, and executives are now moving to Miami from New York at an alarming rate. Luxury home sales tripled in December 2020 compared to the previous year and the future for this market looks even better!

Formula 1 Weekend is Here and We Have All the Details

Formula 1 at Hard Rock Stadium
Formula 1 at Hard Rock Stadium

The inaugural Miami Grand Prix brings Formula One to Miami, Florida this weekend. It is the fifth event on the 23-race F1 schedule and the first of 2 Grand Prix’s in the United States for 2022.

Located at the Miami International Autodrome, 37 Don Shula Drive, Miami Gardens, which is also the location for Hard Rock Stadium. The track itself is a temporary circuit around Hard Rock Stadium and the track stretches 3.363 miles long. It features 19 corners and the anticipated average speed is around 139 mph.

Top Drivers and Teams for F1 Miami

Ferrari’s Charles LeClerc leads the global drivers’ championship with 86 points, ahead of Red Bull’s incumbent champion Max Verstappen (59) and Sergio Perez (59). (54).

Despite this disadvantage, Verstappen remains BetMGM’s favorite for pole position and grand prix victory, with +100 odds on both.

Ferrari also leads the constructors’ standings with 124 points, barely 11 points ahead of Red Bull and 47 points ahead of Mercedes, the seven-time defending champion.

Where to watch?

  • Free practice round 1: Friday, May 6, 2:25-3:30 p.m. (ET) (ESPN2, ESPN app)
  • Free practice round 2: Friday, May 6, 5:25-6:30 p.m. (ET) (ESPNEWS, ESPN3, ESPN app)
  • Free practice round 3: Saturday, May 7, 12:55-2 p.m. (ET) (ESPNEWS, ESPN3, ESPN app)
  • Qualifying round: Saturday, May 7, 3:55 – 5 p.m. (ET) (ESPN, ESPN app)
  • Final race: Sunday, May 8, 3:25 – 5:30 p.m. (ET) (ABC, ESPN app)

Fake Marina Overlooking Course

The race producers have built a “dock” with 10 yachts overlooking the circuit’s turns 6-7-8 complex, with the vessels on trailers surrounded by a raised solid vinyl finish imitating water.

After Parties

It’s Bleau Live and the official premiere of ‘Miami Race Nights,’ with renowned DJs Calvin Harris and David Guetta, among others, at Fontainebleau Miami. Tickets start at $250 and go up to $55,000 for tables!

CARBONE BEACH will fuse an incredible culinary experience with live entertainment. Each evening of the limited engagement will begin with an expertly curated cocktail hour, followed by a seated dinner prepared by Chef Mario Carbone. This spectacular dinner party will feature CARBONE’S classic dishes, served with the sense of theater and luxury synonymous with the restaurant’s dining experience since it opened. Weaved throughout the evening’s journey will be surprise performances and authentic Italian touches – for a once-in-a-lifetime experience, available for American Express® Card Members only.

This weekend at E11Even Miami, Snoop Dogg, Travis Scott, and Tiesto will be performing just in time for Formula 1. Concert and ticket packages are available.

Weather

The weekend temperature is expected to be around 88 degrees Fahrenheit, with less than a 30% chance of thunderstorms on Saturday and Sunday. This might result in some unexpected thermal tire deterioration, affecting teams’ pit strategy. Thunderstorms would clearly halt on-track activity for safety reasons, but if there is a deluge, the immediate on-track racing might become considerably more volatile.

Groundbreaking Scheduled for Aria Reserve Miami

Aria Reserve Announces Ground Breaking
Aria Reserve Announces Ground Breaking

The groundbreaking for the long-awaited Aria Reserve in Edgewater has finally been scheduled. With the announcement of the groundbreaking also comes the announcement of sales launching for the second tower.

Aria Reserve will rise 62 stories tall reaching 627 feet, making it the tallest dual waterfront residential development in the United States. The project will feature two towers, each with 390 units and 1,608 parking spaces.

Sales for Aria began in June 2021 for South Tower and since the launch, its sales have been very successful. According to the Melo Group, over $40 million of all 12 penthouses have sold within the first 90 days of the launch. Now more than 90% of the units have sold with a total sales of over $600 million.

Construction deposits include a 30% deposit for all U.S. buyers and a 40% deposit for all international buyers. According to the developer, more U.S. buyers have purchased penthouses but overall units, the buyers have been half from Latin America and the other US buyers.

Residential units begin at $750,000. Although sold out, the penthouses started at $12 million. Units will feature 1 to 4 bedroom floorplans with 1,100 to 2,600 square feet of options. The penthouses themselves range from 3,500 to 9,000 square feet with each of them featuring 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

The Aria Reserve groundbreaking ceremony is set for May 16, 2022. If you or someone you know have an interest in purchasing at Aria Reserve, please contact Lucas Lechuga via email at lucas@miamicondoinvestments.com or by phone at (786)247-6332.