Maria Medina Palmetto Bay, Cutler Bay Realtor

December 12, 2014

Additional Holiday Events for Palmetto Bay and Cutler Bay Residents

Cutler Bay

Movie Night

Let's enjoy the weather with a FREE movie night, featuring ELF, at the Cutler Ridge Park (Elementary school field).
Time: 7 P.M.
10100 SW 200 St.

Holiday Gift-making class at Castellow Hammock

Design and personalize your own holiday gifts. Saturday, December 13.
Pre registration is required, please call 305-242-7688

Happy Holidays!

It's incredible to see how 2014 has gone by so quickly and how fast our children grow. I hope this blog will serve as a guide for you and your family to learn about events and activities in the area we live in, so you can take advantage of them and enjoy! Sometimes it is not necessary to spend much money for entertainment.

I also want to wish much health, happiness and prosperity to my readers. Many blessing to all of you, and remember you can count on me, Maria Medina Your Realtor, in the event you need to sell, rent or invest in real estate.

Lets mark our calendars for these activities:

Friday Night Food Truck

Date: Friday, December 5th

Time: 5:30 P.M. – 10:00 P.M.

$5 per car

Palmetto Bay Village Center

18801 Old Cutler Rd.

Palmetto Bay, Fl. 33157

For more information Click this link for more information./

Tree Lightning at Deering Estate

Date: Friday, December 5^th

Time: 7:00 P.M. – 9:00 P.M.
Admission: $12 adults and $7 for children (4-14 years old) and free for Foundation Members
Deering Estate
16701 SW 72 Av. Palmetto Bay, Fl. 33157

Coral Gables Tree Lightning Ceremony
Enjoy food, carnival rides and games. Santa Claus will be visiting.
Date: Friday, December 5th
Time: 7:00 P.M.
FREE Admission
405 Biltmore Way in front of the City Hall
Coral Gables, Fl. 33134

Palmetto Bay Rock and Food Festival

Date: Saturday, December 6^th

Time: 4:00 P.M. – 11:00 P.M.

VIP $40

General Admission 2 for $25

Single Tickets $15

Ludovici Park

17641 Old Cutler Rd.

Palmetto Bay, Fl. 33157

Click this link for reservations Food & Rock Festival Reservations

Holiday Festival at Pinecrest Gardens

It’s a great opportunity to enjoy the Holidays with your family and have your picture with Santa.
Live music, food and fun for everyone.
Date: Saturday, December 6
Time: 11:00 A.M. – 6:30 P.M.
Admission: $5 & children under 2 free
Pinecrest Gardens
11000 S Red Rd. Pinecrest, Fl. 33156

FREE Museums for Bank of America Customers
This weekend free admission for the following Museums in Miami:
Miami Children Museum
Miami Science Museum
Museum of Contemporary Art
Perez Art Museum
Just show your credit or debit card with a picture ID.
For more information click this link
Museums Bank of America

38^th Annual Christmas Concert

Date: Saturday, December, 6^th
Two Show times: 4:00 PM and 7:30 PM
Free Admission
Old Cutler Presbyterian Church
14401 Old Cutler Rd.

FREE First Saturday at Gold Coast Railroad Museum
Date: Saturday, December 6
Time: 11 A.M.
12450 SW 152 St. (Next to ZOO Miami)
For more information call 305-253-0063

Holiday by the Bay

Snow at 6 PM, free rides, musical concerts, free pictures with Santa, etc
Date: Saturday, December 13th
Time: 3:00 P.M. – 7:00 P.M.
Ludovici Park
17641 Old Cutler Rd.
Palmetto Bay, Fl. 33157

Story Time, Photos with Santa, crafts and a lot of activities for your kids.

Dates: Saturday, December 13 & 20
Time: 10:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M
Admission: $12 for adults and $7 for children (4-14 years old)
Deering Estate
16701 SW 72 Ave.

Live Like Bella

Nights of Lights

Santa Claus, Pony rides and story telling
Dates: December 5-7, 12-14, 19-21, 25 January 1-3, 2015
Time: 6:00 – 9:00 P.M.
General Admission $5 and children under 2 FREE
Pinecrest Gardens
11000 S. Red Rd.
Pinecrest, Fl. 33156
For more information call 305-669-6990

Reading Ready Toddler Story time
Dates: Friday, December 5 - 12 - 19
Time: 10:15 A.M. – 10:45 A.M.
Palmetto Bay Branch Library
17641 Old Cutler Rd.
Palmetto Bay, Fl. 33157

5th Annual Palmetto Bay Holiday Boat Parade & Canned Food Drive

Date: Saturday, December 20^th
Time: 5:30 P.M
Participants will meet at Coral Reef Park
7895 SW 152 ST.
For more information call 305-799-8533

Bay Cruise

Departing from Deering Estate

Date: Sunday, December 14

Time: 11:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M

2:00 P.M. to 4:00 P.M.

Admission: $35 per person

16701 SW 72 AVE.

Deering Estate

For more information call 305-235-1668 ext. 233

November 20, 2014

Real Estate Market Update for Coconut Grove, Coral Gables, Pinecrest, Palmetto Bay, Cutler Bay and Homestead

Looking for Real Estate News? Well, you've come to the right place. In the following presentation, I have prepared a Market Update for the cities of Coconut Grove, Coral Gables, Pinecrest, Palmetto Bay, Cutler Bay and Homestead. The criteria considered was the last closed sales for the month of October for single family homes, and the number of days on the market until these properties closed. This information was taken from the MLS (Multiple Listing Service).

While preparing this Market Report, I found it is interesting to see that the average price per Sq. Ft. during this month based on the these closed sales was a follows:

Coconut Grove - $413/Sq. Ft.
Coral Gables - $383/ Sq/ Ft.
Pinecrest - $322/ Sq. Ft.
Palmetto Bay - $179/ Sq. Ft.
Cutler Bay - $117/ Sq. Ft.
Homestead - $97.13 / Sq. Ft.

I want to emphasize that the prices per Sq. Ft. are an average based on closed sales during the month of October. If you want a more accurate Comparative Market Analysis, please feel FREE to contact me for a FREE Market Analysis at 305-905-3370 or email me at mariamedinayourrealtor@gmail.com.

In addition, please don't forget to check my Real Estate Blog. My goal is to provide you with Global Real Estate information and keep you posted on activities for the whole family.

Click the following presentation and check the closed sales city by city.

October 30, 2014

Wonderful Experiences in the Cutler and Palmetto Bay Areas.

I have to share my most recent experiences in the Cutler and Palmetto Bay Area. These past few days, the weather motivated me to go jogging by Old Cutler Rd. and it was wonderful. As I smelled the ocean breezes, I realized how lucky I was to live just minutes away from the bay. During my outing, I stopped by dock next to Thalatta Park, and it was nice to see how the residents enjoy fishing and relaxing by the dock. Last Sunday, I went kayaking with my family and we had so much fun. It was really nice to meet with the guides from Nature Postings and explore.

These last few days, I have been enjoying the benefits of living minutes away from the bay. We have the perfect setting - perfect temperature, sunny days, and many places to explore. I recommend starting the weekend jogging along Old Cutler Rd. Then, stopping just north of Thalatta Park. After you pass the bridge, you will find Deering Pointe which is located at 17350 Old Cutler Road, Palmetto Bay, Fl. 33157. This is a free recreational area which offers a ramp for kayaking and it is a good place for fishing or just to appreciate nature. Also, along the way there is another stop next to the Deering Estate which is great for cyclists, joggers, as well as fishing.

Finally, I want to announce that Thalatta Park is offering free kayaking on November 30th at 8:00 A.M. Registration is required for this free activity. For information call 305-259-1234. Life vests, kayaks will be provided plus guides that explain the mangroves.