July 12, 2013

Palmetto Bay Real Estate Market and Family Events


Market Update

The mortgage rates interest has reached their highest levels in the last two years. January of this year, we started with 3.34%, approximately  6 months later we have 4.66%. The benchmark rate on the 30-year has spiked  more than one point.

The housing recovering is strengthening, the number of single family homes sold since 2012 in Coral Gables has increased by 10%, Pinecrest 14%, Palmetto Bay 22%, and Cutler Bay 12%.

Home values have increased as a result of this recovery:
Pinecrest  14.7%
Coral Gables 18.9%
Palmetto Bay 10.7%
Cutler Bay 14.5%
·         These home values were taken from Zillow.

 
City
Single Family Homes Active as of July 11, 2013
Closed Sales
(Since 01/01/13 – 7/11/13)
Coral Gables
260
323
Pinecrest
119
122
Palmetto Bay
72
144
Cutler Bay
78
191

 For a free comparative market analysis of your home, please feel free to contact me at 305-905-3370.
I will be more than happy to assist you, I want to earn your business.

 
Family Events

The purpose of this blog is to inform to the Palmetto Bay and  Cutler Bay families the activities in the area for the whole family, so check up and schedule these events in your calendar.
 Summer Concert

Antique car shows, rides for kids and fun for everyone.
Featuring: The Sounds of THE FIRE BRIGADE
Date: July 14th
Time: 12:00 P.M. - 5:00 P.M.
FREE admission
Ludovici Park 17641 Old Cutler Rd. Palmetto Bay, Fl. 33157
 



 
 
 
Summer Cabaret Concerts                                     

Featuring: Wendy Pedersen and Jim Gasior
Date: Saturday, July 27th
Time: 8:00 P.M.
Cost: $20 per concert
Deering Estate
16701 SW 72 Ave. Palmetto Bay, Fl. 33157
For more information call 305-235-1668 ext. 233
 
 
FREE-FREE
“P.L.A.Y.” DAYS
FREE admission at Deering Estate, this is a good opportunity to visit the Historic House, there will be activities for the family.
Date: July 20
Time: 10:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M.
Deering Estate
16701 SW 72 Ave. Palmetto Bay, Fl. 33157
  
 ROMEO & JULIET
Tandem Theater Project
Date: July 15
Time: 07:30 P.M.
Cost: $20
Deering Estate
16701 SW 72 Ave. Palmetto Bay, Fl. 33157



Southern Cross Astronomical
Go where experts with their high tech computers and telescopes to see  constellations, stars, the moon and planets.
Every Saturday
Bill Sadowsky Park
17555  S.W. 79th Ave.(1/2 mile west of Old Cutler Road) Palmetto Bay, Fl. 33157
Time: 8 – 10 pm.
·         Check the weather before you leave home.

 
Classes
Pilates
Monday, Tuesday and Thursday
Price: $60 for 6 weeks
Deering Estate 16701 SW 72 Av. Palmetto Bay, Fl. 33157

Yoga
Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday
Price: $60 for 6 weeks.
Deering Estate 16701 SW 72 Av. Palmetto Bay, Fl. 33157
 

Children Programs

Young Explorers at Bill Sadowsky park
Ages: 2 – 5 years
Cost: $50 per month plus $12 annual registration fee.
Bill Sadowsky Park
17555 SW 79 Av. Palmetto Bay, Fl. 33157
For more information contact Deering Estate 305-235-1668 ext. 222

Fun French Tutoring
Visit the Palmetto Bay Library for a free French lesson and story.
July 13-20-27/2013
4:00 P.M. - 4:30 P.M. ( 5-7 years old)
4:30 P.M. – 5:00 P.M. ( 8-9 years old)
17641 Old Cutler Rd. Palmetto Bay, Fl. 33157

Scrapbooking Project
Bring you photos and create your own handmade masterpiece.
Fridays:  July 16 -23/2013
Time: 06:00 P.M.
Palmetto Bay Library
17641 Old Cutler Rd. Palmetto Bay, Fl. 33157

Reading Ready Toddler Story time
Fridays:  July 19/2013
Time: 10:15 a.m.
Ages: 19 months -3 years
Palmetto Bay Library
17641 Old Cutler Rd. Palmetto Bay, Fl. 33157

When school is Out, Lunch is In @ the Library!
Kids can enjoy a free lunch and read his or her favorite story.
June 10 – August 16
Palmetto Bay Library
17641 Old Cutler Rd. Palmetto Bay, Fl. 33157

FREE Museum Pass
Check out with your Library passes available for:
Deering Estate at Cutler
Fruite & Spice Park
History Miami
Miami Art Museum
Miami Children’s Museum
Miami Science Museum
Vizcaya Museum & Gardens
Zoo Miami
Passes are good for a maximum of 4 members of a family, and they are available on a first come, first-served basis.

July 1, 2013

Happy 4th of July!!!!


Cutler Bay Residents

Come out and join us for the 4th of July Parade at Whispering Park on Ridgeland Dr. one block west of SW 87 Av.
See you at 9:00 a.m
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Another option to celebrate 4th of July
Homestead-Miami Speedway
From: 6:00p.m. - 10 p.m.
Free admission.