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This is a South Beach Real Estate Report focused on condo sales activity in March 2009 - although the media finally is spreading positive news, in reality the numbers tell a different story.
Local real estate professionals know South Beach to be one of the most active markets in southeast Florida attracting buyer from around the world. Looking across the bay from Downtown Miami one would hope that this relatively small island would weather the real estate downturn better than most sub-markets. What I found when I examined the data provided by the local MLS was a real eye opener and a testament to how bad things are here in Miami.
In March 2009, 61 condos closed totaling $29,166,900 in sales with an average price of $524/sq ft.
In March 2008, 73 condos closed totaling $49,930,100 in sales with an average price of $426/sq ft.
17% decline in net sales
42% decline in gross sales
19% decline in average $/sq ft
Tags: downtown miami real estate, market report, South Beach, south beach real estate
While perusing the condo inventory on South Beach, I came across this great unit at Murano Grande offered at an exceptional price. Located in South Beach’s prestigious “South of Fifth” neighborhood, this condo has 2-beds and 2-baths with 1,649 sq ft of total living space.
This would be ideal for anyone who wants a 2/2 in a luxury building but wants to keep the purchase price under $1M. This condo is offered far below its previous purchase price of $1,175,000 back in 10/2005, and even further from 1011’s current list price of $1,290,000.
Tags: Murano Grande, South Beach