Venetian Island Home reduced – Miami Beach Luxury Real Estate

This Miami Beach Luxury home  is located in Miami Beach at San Marco Island, one of the Venetian Islands. This residence was built new in 2003 and is a contemporary gem with over 100′ of water frontage and sits on a 13,382 square foot lot.

1215 N. Venetian Way – Miami Beach, FL 33139

An architectural waterfront gem on 105 feet of direct bay frontage. This 7 bedroom, 6.5 bathroom residence is all about simplicity, beauty and serenity. 2-story contemporary architecture featuring a unique open-concept design inclusive of a great room, living room, dining room, music room, and game areas unified by polished natural stone, soaring ceilings and 30 feet high glass walls; a gourmet kitchen, wood floors, see-through walk-ways, stainless steel, Onyx walls, negative edge black bottom pool.

UPDATE:  New Agent, New Price, New Description

Architectural gated waterfront 105ft direct city/bay views, 7 bed, 6.5 bath composition, simplicity, beauty, serentity,two-story contemporary residence,unique open-concept design, great room, living, dining, music,game areas unified by polished natural stone, soaring ceilings 30 ft glass walls,gourmet kitchen, wood floors, see-through walkways, stainless steel, onyx walls, negative  edge, black bottom, infinity heated pool roof-top terrace with 360 views. 14,000 Sqf Lot. Furnished by eemiami.com

Offered at $7,900,000 $7,850,000

Features include:

• 7 bedroom / 6.5 bathrooms

• 7,653 square feet of living space

• 2-car garage

• Built in 2003

• Private Dock

• 13,382 square foot lot

• 105 feet of direct bay frontage

• Negative edge pool

• Property located in City of Miami

**property information courtesy of South East Florida Multiple Listing Service and Campins Company LLC , BANK PLUS REALTY, INC.** (originally posted on May 20th, 2008)

Showing properties 1 - 31 of 31. See more city of Miami Beach real estate.
(all data current as of 7/30/2010)

1. $1,099,000 : MLS # F1039522 in Miami Beach
   
   4 beds, 4 full, 1 part baths

   Size: n/a

   Listed with Castelli Real Estate Services
2. $1,450,000 : 5147 N Bay Rd, Miami Beach
   
   4 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths

   Size: 3,252 sq ft

   Listed with Greater Miami Investments, Inc
3. $2,599,000 : 2232 Alton Rd, Miami Beach
   
   8 beds, 7 full, 1 part baths

   Size: 7,846 sq ft

   Listed with Beachfront Realty
4. $3,999,000 : MLS # F1057928 in Miami Beach
   
   4 beds, 6 full baths

   Size: n/a

   Listed with Qwest Realty Services
5. $3,600,000 : 5529 Pinetree Dr, Miami Beach
   
   5 beds, 4 full, 1 part baths

   Size: 4,140 sq ft

   Listed with Community Realty Associates
6. $3,649,000 : 250 E San Marino Dr, Miami Beach
   
   5 beds, 5 full, 2 part baths

   Size: 4,800 sq ft

   Listed with Beachfront Realty Inc
7. $1,250,000 : 405 W Dilido Dr, Miami Beach
   
   4 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths

   Size: 2,205 sq ft

   Listed with Miami Investment Brokers, Inc.
8. $5,495,000 : 227 E Dilido, Miami Beach
   
   7 beds, 5 full baths

   Size: n/a

   Listed with Altara Realty
9. $1,595,000 : 4415 N Bay Rd, Miami Beach
   
   4 beds, 5 full baths

   Size: 3,600 sq ft

   Listed with Esslinger-Wooten-Maxwell Inc Coconut Grove Office
10. $2,900,000 : 441 N Hibiscus Dr, Miami Beach
    
    9 beds, 10 full baths

    Size: n/a

    Listed with Florida Home Sales and Invest.
11. $1,795,000 : 4419 N Bay Rd, Miami Beach
    
    5 beds, 5 full baths

    Size: 4,309 sq ft

    Listed with Esslinger-Wooten-Maxwell Inc Coconut Grove Office
12. $1,700,000 : 5711 N Bay Rd, Miami Beach
    
    4 beds, 4 full baths

    Size: 3,100 sq ft

    Listed with Esslinger-Wooten-Maxwell Inc Coconut Grove Office
13. $2,395,000 : 4435 N Bay Rd, Miami Beach
    
    5 beds, 6 full, 1 part baths

    Size: 5,075 sq ft

    Listed with Esslinger-Wooten-Maxwell Inc Coconut Grove Office
14. $2,950,000 : 620 W Dilido Dr, Miami Beach
    
    4 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths

    Size: 3,499 sq ft

    Listed with Bedrock Properties, LLC.
15. $3,650,000 : 297 N Coconut Ln, Miami Beach
    
    3 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths

    Size: 3,524 sq ft

    Listed with Shelton and Stewart REALTORS
16. $7,499,000 : 150 Palm Av, Miami Beach
    
    7 beds, 7 full, 1 part baths

    Size: 5,860 sq ft

    Listed with Greater Miami Investments, Inc
17. $1,495,000 : 4501 Meridian Av, Miami Beach
    
    5 beds, 4 full, 1 part baths

    Size: 3,468 sq ft

    Listed with Beachfront Realty Inc
18. $1,500,000 : 5420 La Gorce Dr, Miami Beach
    
    4 beds, 3 full baths

    Size: 3,342 sq ft

    Listed with Oceanaire Realty, Inc.
19. $2,600,000 : 291 N Coconut Ln, Miami Beach
    
    2 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths

    Size: 2,246 sq ft

    Listed with Florida Home Sales and Invest.
20. $1,400,000 : 5926 La Gorce Dr, Miami Beach
    
    5 beds, 4 full, 1 part baths

    Size: 2,818 sq ft

    Listed with Barnes Int'l Property Consult
21. $4,500,000 : MLS # D1383172 in Miami Beach
    
    4 beds, 4 full baths

    Size: n/a

    Listed with Ocean First Realty
22. $1,300,000 : 5205 Alton Rd, Miami Beach
    
    5 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths

    Size: 3,731 sq ft

    Listed with Consultek Realty
23. $3,800,000 : 5941 Pinetree Dr, Miami Beach
    
    6 beds, 5 full, 1 part baths

    Size: 4,564 sq ft

    Listed with Beachfront Realty Inc
24. $2,590,000 : 4525 Prairie Av, Miami Beach
    
    6 beds, 6 full, 1 part baths

    Size: 5,527 sq ft

    Listed with Beachfront Realty Inc
25. $5,750,000 : 3370 Chase Ave, Miami Beach
    
    7 beds, 7 full, 2 part baths

    Size: 7,000 sq ft

    Listed with One Sotheby's Int'l Realty
26. $14,800,000 : 98 La Gorce Cr, Miami Beach
    
    7 beds, 7 full baths

    Size: 7,848 sq ft

    Listed with World Class Realty
27. $2,600,000 : 1131 Stillwater Dr, Miami Beach
    
    5 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths

    Size: 3,980 sq ft

    Listed with Century 21 Continental Realty
28. $1,290,000 : 3787 Prairie Av, Miami Beach
    
    4 beds, 4 full baths

    Size: 1,961 sq ft

    Listed with Beachfront Realty Inc
29. $1,290,000 : 1445 Bay Rd, Miami Beach
    
    3 beds, 2 full baths

    Size: 2,140 sq ft

    Listed with Miami Lodge Realty Inc
30. $3,499,000 : 1420 W 21 St ** New Home **, Miami Beach
    
    6 beds, 7 full, 1 part baths

    Size: 5,054 sq ft

    Listed with The Muskat Group, Inc.
31. $3,499,000 : 224 S Coconut Ln, Miami Beach
    
    5 beds, 5 full baths

    Size: 3,609 sq ft

    Listed with The Muskat Group, Inc.

Listing information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Read full disclaimer.

Steffi Graf’s Miami Beach Home still for sale

I wrote this article back on September 3rd, 2007 (that’s 2 1/2 years ago!) and unfortunately, Steffi Graf’s house is STILL on the market today.  It is now priced at $2,750,000.  It has gone through price reductions to new Realtors and NOTHING! So what’s the problem here?  The house sits on Hibiscus Island with Northern exposure and gorgeous bay views as well as views of The Venetian Islands.  The MLS description now reads:

Charming Mediterranean home on this fantastic property on gated Hibiscus Island with stunning wide bay views.  This two-story residence encompasses over 3000 square feet including 4 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms.  60 feet of water frontage, pool and dock.  Enjoy the South Florida lifestyle; just minutes from downtown Miami or South Beach. Renovate or re-develop this amazing property located on one of Florida’s most prestigious islands.

The MLS history shows that it was under contract at the end of 2008 and didn’t sell.  Although the photos are better than the previous ones, this Hibiscus Island home is obviously stale and needs a marketing pick me up and can you say PRICE REDUCTION?

81 N Hibiscus Drive, Miami Beach – FL 33139

They can start by pointing out that it’s a historic 1935 Mediterranean Revival home with a lot of the original charm and finishes like the quarry tile in the living room, the iron work in the staircase handrail, the tray ceiling and plaster work … and then reduce the price.

Here’s the original article from 2007

Just in time for tennis, Steffi Graf has listed her Miami Beach Home for sale.  According to Luxist,

“Steffi Graf has listed her Miami home, for $3.5 million. Graf bought the Hibiscus Island home for $1.315 million in 2001, about eight months before she married Andre Agassi…….Only in Miami would a home like this be listed as a potential teardown.”

These are the pictures that appear on the Multiple Listing Service (courtesy of the MLS).

The house is located on Hibiscus Island in Miami Beach, has 4 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms, 3,010 square feet of living space and sits on a 10,500 square foot lot, with 60 feet of bay frontage.  This is the MLS description:

“Incredible opportunity to restore or build a new home on this fantastic piece of property on gated Hibiscus Island. This two-story residence encompasses over 3000 square feet including 4 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms. 60 feet of water frontage, pool and dock.Enjoy the South Florida lifestyle with warm weather and delicious breezes and live just 5 minutes from downtown Miami or glamorous South Beach.”

Showing properties 1 - 10 of 10. See more 33139 zip code real estate.
(all data current as of 7/30/2010)

1. $3,649,000 : 250 E San Marino Dr, Miami Beach
   
   5 beds, 5 full, 2 part baths

   Size: 4,800 sq ft

   Listed with Beachfront Realty Inc
2. $1,250,000 : 405 W Dilido Dr, Miami Beach
   
   4 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths

   Size: 2,205 sq ft

   Listed with Miami Investment Brokers, Inc.
3. $5,495,000 : 227 E Dilido, Miami Beach
   
   7 beds, 5 full baths

   Size: n/a

   Listed with Altara Realty
4. $2,900,000 : 441 N Hibiscus Dr, Miami Beach
   
   9 beds, 10 full baths

   Size: n/a

   Listed with Florida Home Sales and Invest.
5. $2,950,000 : 620 W Dilido Dr, Miami Beach
   
   4 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths

   Size: 3,499 sq ft

   Listed with Bedrock Properties, LLC.
6. $3,650,000 : 297 N Coconut Ln, Miami Beach
   
   3 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths

   Size: 3,524 sq ft

   Listed with Shelton and Stewart REALTORS
7. $7,499,000 : 150 Palm Av, Miami Beach
   
   7 beds, 7 full, 1 part baths

   Size: 5,860 sq ft

   Listed with Greater Miami Investments, Inc
8. $2,600,000 : 291 N Coconut Ln, Miami Beach
   
   2 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths

   Size: 2,246 sq ft

   Listed with Florida Home Sales and Invest.
9. $1,290,000 : 1445 Bay Rd, Miami Beach
   
   3 beds, 2 full baths

   Size: 2,140 sq ft

   Listed with Miami Lodge Realty Inc
10. $3,499,000 : 224 S Coconut Ln, Miami Beach
    
    5 beds, 5 full baths

    Size: 3,609 sq ft

    Listed with The Muskat Group, Inc.

Listing information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Read full disclaimer.

The Temple House – South Beach Luxury Home

I’ve written about The Temple House before and have given you all the relevant real estate information you need about the house.  From the typical description:

The Temple House is South Beach’s largest private residence.  Steps to the beach, Lincoln Road and Lummus Park.  Over 16,000 SQ FT as per previous tax records.  This former synagogue was transformed into an ultra contemporary residential compound over a two year period.  Living quarters abound on both levels, 6,000+ SQ FT grand LOFT with approx. 30 foot high ceilings, 2.500+ SQ FT outdoor terrace, two car garage + parking for 3 additional vehicles.  Newly finished rooftop swimming pool!

to my own take on the house:

The Temple House in South Beach is one of those “wow” houses you don’t see every day.  The largest single family home in South Beach with over 16,000 square feet of living space.  This house is amazing all on its own but when you hear its history, then you realize it is so much more than a big house.  Originally designed in 1933 by none other than famed architect L. Murray Dixon, converted into a temple in the 40’s, expanded in the 60’s by renowned architect Lester Avery and then converted back into a home in 2003 by the current owner, Dan Davidson.  This home defines South Beach Living with no expense spared – 30 foot ceilings in the 6,600 square foot great room, theater room, 1,200 square foot kitchen, state of the art lighting and audio system, new terrace pool with iridescent mosaics and waterfalls…..imposing and majestic.

But as Bea Garcia puts it in her housingwatch.com article for AOL real estate, Temple To High-End Zen For Sale in Miami,

For a house with a self-professed “wow” factor-its website address is www.ownthewow.com-it seems that no amount of promotion is too much.

The Temple House, in the heart of Miami Beach, has a Facebook fan page, a Twitter account, its own blog with postings of all the celebs-Jennifer Lopez, Ricky Martin, BowWow and Playboy model Vicky Vodar, to name a few- who have crossed its threshold, and a stream of photos of its Flickr page.

So check out OwnTheWow.com  to see the latest documented celeb visit to The Temple House:

The Temple House is not just a property for sale – it’s a house with a story, a story that cannot be told in just a few words.  This blog will narrate an uber rich story, it will serve as a chronicle of The Temple House’s past present and future.

The Temple House has housed top celebrities in all kinds of different capacities, it has been published and re-published, has served as backdrop in popular music videos, movie scenes, megastar parties, weddings, charitable events…..and so much more

The Temple House

“if WOW is what you’re looking for”

Star Island Home – Miami Beach Luxury Real Estate

Everyone knows that Star Island is one of the most exclusive islands in Miami Beach, but what makes this island so special other than a few celebs like Shaq, Gloria Estefan,  Rosie O’Donnell and Stallone as known “residents”?  Proximity to South Beach’s action could be one, ease of access by boat without all the tedious draw bridges and idle zones is another, mammoth sized lots is a third and the fact that there are only 29 homes on the island is definitely another reason.  But just the mere fact of living on Star Island gives anyone Miami Beach star status, plain and simple.

I want to tell you about a particular property that sits on a 48,266 square foot piece of land with  215 feet of water frontage and amazing Southern Exposure.  The fact that the listing agent only provides exterior photos can tell you the condition of the inside of the property (so don’t blame me for the lack of interior shots).  Keep in mind, when you see this property, that there was only one sale last year on Star Island, and that was Shaq’s house selling for $16,000,000 or the gift of $823 per square foot – I’ll compare this listing to Mr. O’Neal’s as you read on.

44 Star Island Drive – Miami Beach, FL  33139

$8,750,000

The house itself is only 4,720 square feet, which is tiny compared to its neighboring estates.  It was built in 1935 and to many it will be the “ugly duckling” of the island.  But I urge to look past the obvious and notice that the existing structure does have a nice Florida Vernacular feel to it and nothing a little money and love can’t fix.  It’s listed at $1,854 per square foot but I know that’s not a fair assessment since it’s all about the size of the lot.  Well….Shaq’s lot was 87,120 square feet with 312 feet of frontage and the house was impeccable and needed no “updating” (other than changes here and there for tastes sake).  So, my guess is that neighbors are pretty angry right about now because the only comp is throwing all the numbers off.  Just based on the one sale, this property is grossly overpriced.

Here’s the MLS description:

Located on exclusive Star Island among some of Miami’s favorite celebrities, this bayfront estate offers over 200 feet of prime water frontage and provides beautiful sunrises, southeastern breezes and the utmost in security and privacy.  Just minutes from both Downtown Miami and South Beach, this Colonial-style 4,720 home is ready for your update or build to suit.  Ideal waterfront for large vessel.  Least expensive property on Star Island!!

Property Features:

• 4,720 square feet of living space
• Built in 1935
• 6 bedrooms / 5 bathrooms / 1 half bath
• 215 feet of water frontage
• 48,266 square foot lot
• Barrel tile roof
• 2-story home

**property information courtesy of South East Florida Multiple Listing Service and Avatar Real Estate Services **

La Gorce Island Home – Miami Beach Luxury Homes

When you think Miami Beach Luxury Homes, La Gorce Island always comes up.  The scale of La Gorce Island homes is unquestionably impressive and vistas from surrounding islands always leaves you wanting more.  Waterfront homes in La Gorce Island are some of the largest in Miami Beach and the house we are featuring today is the perfect representation of that with 260 feet of water frontage, sitting on the Northeast corner of the island – protected from the elements.

88 La Gorce Cr – Miami Beach, FL  33141

Listed for $19,500,000

Here we have one of Todd Michael Glaser’s impressive Luxury estates.  Haute Living Magazine’s Stephanie Wilson gives us the scoop:

His impressive projects are scattered throughout Miami-Dade and beyond. He “started” the design district. He has appeared on HGTV. He built the house featured on Hogan Knows Best. Todd Michael Glaser’s name is one you should know, but he doesn’t necessarily want you to know it.

The home is impressive to say the least – contemporary, simple, austere and phenomenal.  With over 20,000 square feet of living space, sitting on a 48,000 square foot lot, guest cabana, elevator, 5-car garage, amazing landscaping….what else could you want?  My only concern of course is that we have not seen any waterfront sales in La Gorce in 2009….the whole mega luxury home real estate market in Miami Beach is at a standstill….waiting waiting waiting.  The house has been active for sale since January of 2008 starting at $25,000 ($5,500,000 reduction is not bad at all).  It’s also currently for rent at $100,000 per month and known to house a few celebs on a short-term basis.

The MLS description reads as follows:

New modern estate on prestigious La Gorce Island, 260′ waterfront, 2 docks, stunning lap pool  and spa, elevated guest house/cabana built for peaceful relaxation, oversized rooftop terrace, double high end kitchen appliances, staff house, 5-car garage, generator.  Unique marble staircase leads to a splendid master suite with designer bath, terrace overlooking pool and manicured landscaping, commercial Otis elevator.  the ultimate sun drenched masterpiece!

WARNING:  it’s not you, photos above ARE blurry….courtesy of our MLS

Property Features:

• Built in 2008
• Living square feet:  20,000
• Lot square feet:  48,000 (185′ X 260′)
• 5-car garage
• 260′ of water frontage with 2 docks
• 10 bedrooms / 12 bathrooms / 3 half baths
• Guest house/cabana
• staff house
• pool and spa
• elevator
• faces Northeast
• La Gorce Island location

**property information courtesy of South East Florida Multiple Listing Service and Esslinger-Wooten-Maxwell, Inc. **