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Does Canyon Ranch Have the Best Condo Amenities in Miami?
Out of all of the oceanfront condos for sale in Miami, Canyon Ranch definitely stands out from the crowd. The amenity package that the building offers is world-class. Well, perhaps even the descriptive term world-class doesn’t do the amenities justice. Better stated, the condo amenities at Canyon Ranch Miami Beach are simply out of this world. I can personally attest to the fact that living in the building for an extended period of time will definitely have a positive effect on your overall quality of life.
Canyon Ranch Miami Beach features the only complete holistic wellness living environment in all of South Florida. It has been designed to be the ultimate home where the residents do not have to venture out of the premises to enjoy an invigorating workout, pamper their senses, or soothe their minds.
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Top 5 Party Condo Buildings on South Beach
If you like commingling with highly attractive people in a party scene that takes place in your very own building, then South Beach is the place for you! The party capital of the world, Miami flaunts a decadent and vibrant scene, and South Beach is the crème de la crème of this party zone. There is even a select group of the South Beach condos for sale that have their own bar/lounges! So after you have had your fill of Mansion, Liv, Set, and Story, you can trudge back to your condo complex for another round of partying into the wee hours of the morning.
Below are the top 5 party condo buildings on South Beach:
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West Avenue Miami Beach Real Estate as Attractive as Ever
Lately, there’s been a lot of chatter about West Avenue, Miami Beach, real estate. In reality, that’s not really so strange, since it’s one of the most popular neighborhoods in South Florida. That said, recent talk has been centered on concerns related to FDOT’s Alton Road reconstruction project and its effect on the local community.
Throughout 2014, construction crews will add a drainage system, 3 pump stations and new pavement to Alton Road in the area between 8th Street and 17th Street. The much-needed project will help mitigate flooding by preventing high tides from seeping back onto the street. Unfortunately, the $32 Million project has put a big section of Alton Road out of commission. There is light at the end of the tunnel though. The new Mayor of Miami Beach, Phillip Levine, has recently updated residents with the positive news that the construction on Alton Rd is actually running ahead of schedule. Yes, you heard me correctly. A major construction project is actually running faster than projected!
West Avenue Miami Beach real estate is highly sought after for a number of reasons. Not only does the area play host to some really alluring developments, it’s situated near top attractions and venues. In addition to all this, it has a great pedestrian- and bicycle-friendly feel that makes it a great place to call home. In particular, the Deco Bike system is a great amenity for West Avenue residents to run errands and hit the beach seamlessly without the hassles of car parking and congestion.
West Avenue remains one of the most alluring neighborhoods in Miami. Developers are eager to invest in the area, but there hasn’t been much available property for new development. Domus Group and BSD Investments are planning a new six-story building with 45 one-bedroom luxury vacation homes.
Read More“All Aboard Florida” Means New Downtown Miami Commercial Real Estate Stimulus
Did you know over 50 million people travel between South Florida and Orlando each year for business or pleasure? Mix in those who travel within the tri-county South Florida market – which plays host to some of the state’s largest cities – and the numbers expand exponentially. With so much consumer activity, the area could use a more efficient mode of travel. Thanks to All Aboard Florida, it will soon have it.
By investing over two billion dollars in a new high-speed rail service, Florida East Coast Industries (FECI) isn’t just bringing clean, efficient, cost-effective transportation to south Florida; it’s making a huge Miami commercial real estate investment that has businesses lining up to take advantage.
All Aboard Florida will invest about $320 million on the development of commercial real estate as part of its train service. There will be entertainment venues, hotels, retail and offices throughout, bringing great opportunities for companies that want to take advantage of a rapidly expanding marketplace.
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New South of Fifth Real Estate Projects Opening Doors for Buyers
About twenty years ago, South of Fifth real estate played host mostly to vagrants and drug dealers. These days, the once desolate and downtrodden tip of Miami Beach has become one of the most exclusive places to live on South Beach. The area’s rise to prestige has been nothing short of remarkable. With the magnificent 17 acre South Pointe Park, the mega-yacht slips at the Miami Beach Marina and the uber-famous Joe’s Stone Crab located within the community, it’s no wonder foreigners and locals alike are drawn to buy real estate in this glamorous neighborhood.
Many people feel that the best existing condos located South of Fifth are the Continuum, Apogee and Icon. I absolutely love the amenities of the Continuum, which sits on over 12 acres at the tip of South Beach. It’s easy to feel like you’re in some far away five-star resort when you spend a day relaxing around their amenities. The town homes are awesome and give you the feeling of owning a house on the sand, while still being blocks away from all the excitement of South Beach.
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Looking to Buy a Private Island in the Bahamas? Exuma Is the Place to Start
Without question, Exuma is the place to buy a private island in the Bahamas. Beginning 50 miles off the coast of Florida, the Bahamas are a breathtaking country of 700 islands just waiting to be claimed. With gold-and-pink beaches, stately palms and a lush world of tropical foliage, these islands provide the perfect setting for pure relaxation and renewal. With that being said, they also provide some fantastic investment opportunities.
These days, private islands in the Bahamas are especially attractive, thanks to some signifiant developmental projects, along with the area, itself. Awash in year-round sunshine, the Bahamas are an amazing sight to behold. They’re also a great destination for snorkeling, diving, boating, shopping and gaming. It’s a veritable paradise that lures in some of the top celebrities, who are some of the best-known real estate buyers. That said, you certainly don’t have to be a celebrity to buy land in the Bahamas, especially if you’re looking in Exuma.
The Bahamian market is tied closely to the U.S. economy. After being hit hard by the global financial crisis, things have changed considerably as of late. 2013 built incredible wealth for Americans, thanks to the stock market’s explosive rise and the resiliency of several major real estate markets. In turn, the Bahamas are once again becoming an excellent destination for vacation estates; and, American buyers are taking notice.
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Kaya Wittenburg‘s Story
Welcome to the Sky Five Properties Blog. I’d like to make the majority of this post highly personal. In reading other blogs, I always seem to enjoy the business talk a bit more if I know the filter by which that person views the world. What kind of person are they? What are their passions and motivations?
So, a good place to start would be to jump into answering these relevant questions and more. Why am I doing this anyway? What is Sky Five Properties all about? And who is this Kaya guy, the person, behind the words in this blog? I’ll start with who is this Kaya guy and why is he writing a blog about real estate in South Florida.
Ever since I was a child growing up in the friendly Mid-western suburb of Brookfield, Wisconsin, I always enjoyed creative writing. I was incredibly shy, so writing was a way to express myself in a thoughtful and detailed, yet emotionally safe way. Some of my most vivid memories were eagerly waiting for my mother to get home from work so that she could tell me all about the real estate deals that she was negotiating in one of her exclusive gated communities. I was particularly drawn to the negotiation processes themselves. It was fascinating to hear about the subtle, and sometimes not so subtle, gamesmanship that went on through the property acquisitions. Each closing had its own unique trials and tribulations, which my mom openly shared with me as if I were an adult. And when closing day arrived, there was always a celebration in the Wittenburg household once mom’s buyers moved into their new homes. The part of real estate that I really had grown to admire was the fact that if you work exceptionally hard at what you do, good things happen – luck eventually falls in your direction, and your life improves in countless ways. I watched both of my parents work seven days a week – week after week. I grew up watching dedication and hard work as critical success and fulfillment behaviors, second to only love and family.
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