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DIRECT OCEAN 2 BED/2BATH SPLIT PLAN IN PRESTIGIOUS GREEN DIAMOND

JUST LISTED ON PRESTIGIOUS MILLIONAIRE’S ROW IN MIAMI BEACH, GREEN DIAMOND’S UNIT 1102 sits at the water’s edge with unobstructed views of the Atlantic Ocean.  Open the doors and hear the rush of the water hit the sandy beach.  This pristine unit is part of a building with unrelenting luxurious amenities.

• 1530 SQ FEET**
• SPLIT 2 BED/2 BATH**
• UPGRADED & OPEN GRANITE KITCHEN**
• STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES**
• NEUTRAL MARBLE FLOORS**
• GRAND DOUBLE DOOR ENTRY**
• HIGH CEILINGS**
• TENNIS COURTS**
• GYM/SAUNA/SPAS**
• POOL, WITH ATTENDANTS**
• CABANAS **
• FURNISHED EXCLUSIVE BEACH AREA, WITH ATTENDANTS**
• MARKET**CAFE**
• CHILDREN’S PLAY ROOMS**
• CHILDREN’S PLAY GROUND OUTSIDE**
• ALL SET ON ADMIRABLY LUSH LANDSCAPED AND RELAXING GROUNDS.

PLEASE CLICK HERE TO SEE PRICE, MORE PICTURES AND DETAILS OF THE UNIT, MLS# M1415421

CONTACT MARK OR STEVE FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THIS BEACH SIDE PARADISE.

MARK MATTSSON 305-764-8959 OR MMATTSSON@YAHOO.COM

STEVEN SHERMAN 305-610-0179 OR SHERMAN.S@EWM.COM

Recent Home Sales in Morningside, Miami

There were 5 home sales in Morningside in the past 6 months.  This family neighborhood sits on Biscayne Bay and along the Biscayne Corridor running along northeast Miami, Florida.

To sum up the sales: (for pictures of each listing, see below)

521 NE 55 St: (Short Sale) List Price $350,000, SELLING PRICE $350,000. Closed on 2/27/09

661 NE 52 Te: (Bank Owned) List Price $367,589. SELLING PRICE $350,000. Closed on 4/1/09.

494 50 Te: List price $379,000. SELLING PRICE $300,000. Closed on 5/14/09.

611 NE 51 St: List Price $495,000. SELLING PRICE $425,000.  Closed on 3/13/09.

698 NE 60 St:  List Price $550,000.  SELLING PRICE $505,000.  Closed on 3/10

To see pictures and more detailed information of the above closed sales, CLICK HERE

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On a side note, there are 5 pending sales in this community. CLICK HERE TO SEE THEIR PROPERTY DETAILS

There are currently 24 actively listed properties in Morningside on the MLS. CLICK HERE TO SEE THEIR PROPERTY DETAILS

If you are interested in Morningside, or any of the surrounding neighborhoods on the Biscayne Corridor, please don’t hesitate to contact me.   305-764-8959; mmattsson@yahoo.com

Average Price Per Square Foot in Miami

Here is the chart for the average price per square foot for a home in the Miami and Miami Beach area.   We can  see there is a decline throughout this past year.  I’m sure most of that can be accounted for the distressed properties that have been sold with the firesale prices.  A lot of otherwise great neighborhoods are being unfairly affected because of the distressed properties.

Distressed sales, which today comprise about 50 percent of transactions nationwide, are creating market distortions in otherwise stable neighborhoods. These are only capturing transaction prices.  These  prices might be 20 percent to 25 percent below actual values. For that reason, it’s possible that widely cited projections that a third or more of homeowners are underwater might be inaccurate.

Home For Sale at BLUE CONDO!

This truly is a great time to be buying a home, especially here in the Miami/Miami Beach area.  In fact, I am putting up my condo where I presently live up for sale to find a great deal on a single family home.  I will be looking in the northeast part of Miami, along the Biscayne corridor, in the Morningside, Belle Meade, and the Miami Shores sections of Miami. I’ve seen so many bargains come and go on the market that my house envy just couldn’t take it any more. It’s hard not to take advantage of the selection and the prices that are being presented to any serious buyer. So I am putting my wallet where my mouth is.  I am getting in. Yes, I know people say that I am going to be taking a loss on the sale of my condo, but as I see it, I’ll be recouping, perhaps even gaining more back, by buying the right single family home at a special value price.  Here is what I am offering for sale. Please click here to view the details of the property.  Anybody considering the condo lifestyle, it’s hard to beat the Blue.  Located by the Julie Tuttle causeway, Miami Beach is literally 5 minutes away, downtown Miami is 5 minutes away and Miami International Airport is 6 miles away. Extra convenient location, stunning design of a building, and VIEWS you can’t beat, even if you paid twice or three times as much somewhere else.  Call me at 305-764-8959 for any questions you have about this one or for any other property or questions you may have.

Boutique South Beach Studio with Pool

420 15th Street, #109, Miami Beach, Florida 33139

Just listed, this 400sqft studio in the small boutique building, The Hudson, represents a great value at $160,000. There are only two of this line available, and the other one is priced at $50,000 more.  The building has a pool (I heard it’s the only art-deco building in South Beach with a pool) a great lobby, and is located in the heartbeat of South Beach.  420 15th Street is at the intersection of Washington Ave,  two blocks from Lincoln Road, walking distance to the beach and everything else South Beach is famous for.  The granite kitchen is a generous galley design, the bathroom, approximately 5×15, is luxuriously outfitted with marble, and the Brazilian cherry wood floor in the living area is beautiful.  To check out all the photos and the property details, please click here.

Miami Beach Old World Charm For Rent

When people think of Miami Beach, or especially South Beach, they think of new, modern, flashy and sexy.  Whether it’s real estate, fashion, or the latest in restaurants, the stygma of South Beach is predominantly the latest and the greatest.  Not all in Miami Beach is flashy and new.  There’s a well established old world charm that pervades the local’s lives.  It’s not on your typical tourist maps.  Many of Miami and Miami Beach properties are representative of the old world with it’s quaintness, charm, ornate architecture and warmth.  You don’t even have to be an owner to enjoy those aspects of an outstanding neighborhood or residence.  Many rentals are tucked away in these desirable havens.  For instance, there’s a 2 bedroom guest cottage available for rent at 2372 Prairie Ave, in Miami Beach. It’s an understated guest cottage offering the tenant a taste of being in the midst of “old Miami.”  Once inside, you are secluded from the glitz of South Beach, yet within walking distance to all the goings-on.

If you are interested in this place or others like it, please contact me 305-764-8959 or mmattsson@yahoo.com

Market Trend for Single-Family Homes in Miami, Florida

Good News! Single Family homes in Miami-Dade County are getting sold.  The inventory of homes in Miami-Dade county dropped 12.9% for the year period of February 2008 to February 2009.  Moreso, the number of homes sold in Miami-Dade increased 42.7% and the number of pending sales increased a HUGE 117%.

Inventory of single family homes during February 2008 compared to February 2009

• For sale:  15,963 as compared to 13,896 (down 12.9%)
• Sold:        342 as compared to 488 (up 42.7%)
• Pended:   505 as compared to 1096 (up 117%)

Miami’s First Historic Neighborhood

Sunday, I went to the 25th Anniversary Tour of Historic Morningside, Miami, Florida.  What a good chance for the residents lucky enough to live here to show off their family friendly neighborhood that is so full of charm and character.  It was a fantastic example of a community coming together and sharing their rich history with others.  It was a well organized event with everything from a few exhibitor booths to a trolley bus to carry you from one end of the neighborhood to the other.  Nine homes in all were included.  All different and all had something special to contribute to the historic home admirer.  The weather was perfect so I decided to walk the route.  Everybody was nodding hello in mutual recognition of their shared enthusiasm for this Miami neighborhood, or historical homes in general. With the huge transient population Miami has, most people probably don’t know about Miami’s rich heritage.  To check out more of Miami’s historic districts, please go to the City of Miami’s Historic Sites and District web page. Also to have a good read about this northeast neighborhood of Miami, please read The Historic Houses of Morningside, by Keith Edward Soto, A.I.A.  If you have any interest in owning an historic home in this convenient upper east side neighborhood of Miami, I’ve made available for you to see exactly what is available for sale presently. Just click HERE to see Morningside’s listed homes for sale. Please contact me if you have any questions regarding this magnificent family neighborhood.  Call me at 305-764-8959 or mmattsson@yahoo.com.

1215 NE 95th STREET, MIAMI SHORES, FLORIDA 33138

$700,000

Reduced from $1,050,000, and in one of Miami’s best neighborhoods, this charming house east of Biscayne Boulevard is half a block from the Miami Shores Bay Front Park right on the Biscayne Bay.  Great place to sit and watch the boats go by.  The street is composed of upscale homes that show off their residents’ pride of ownership.  The house does need a little touching up, but it has loads of character and so much potential.  The living room makes a great first impression with its wood floor, wood beamed ceiling and wood built-ins.  The kitchen has a dutch door that opens to the patio area and the cooking area has a charming brick arch that resembles an old italian pizza oven.  Very Charming!

3249 sqft living area, 13,100 sqft lot, 15×30 heated pool, dual ovens,  guest house,  security system, 2 car garage, more…

If you have any questions about this house or would like to schedule a showing, please contact me at 305-764-8959 or mmattsson@yahoo.com

Five Cheap Fix-Its to Sell Your Miami Home

Although the Facts and Trends Report from EWM indicates that the Miami-Dade inventory of single family homes for sale has declined by 12.9%  from June 2008 to January 2009, homeowners still need to take advantage of any help in increasing the odds of moving their house a little faster, or for better money.  It makes sense to take as many steps as you can to increase its marketability and desirability. Barbara Corcoran, real estate guru from New York was on the Today Show this morning discussing real estate.  As usual, she had some really good pointers.

1. FIX UP YOUR FRONT YARD. This increases the curb appeal.  That first impression goes a long way.  Making sure your hedges are trimmed and lawn is edged adds to the appeal and costs almost nothing.  Adding some fresh mulch and flowers makes it look happier.  Cost: $100.

2. ADD CROWN MOULDING TO YOUR LIVING ROOM.  Unless you live in a style that wouldn’t allow it, it instantly gives some extra style that most people find attractive. Cost: $800 including installation.

3. CHANGE THE MAIN ENTRANCE. Adding a stylish new door or fixing up the old one so it looks like new.  She recommends painting the old door with auto paint, which can be polished up then when it starts to look dingy.  Cost: $200 to $2,000.

4. ADD A NEW KITCHEN WINDOW. By adding a big new window, or french doors, will make your kitchen brighter and bigger. Cost: $2,000  to $3,000.

5. BUY A STAINLESS STEEL REFRIGERATOR.  Replacing all the appliances might be nice, but wouldn’t give you the same rate of return as just replacing the main one, the frig.  Once they see that, the potential buyer will automatically think of the rest of the kitchen as more modern.  $800 to $3,000.

If you have any questions or concerns about getting  help to sell your house, please don’t hesitate to contact me at 305-764-8959 or mmattsson@yahoo.com