Pondering A Move To Miami...Info Help?
 

So, I have been lurking here for a while and see that there is a TON of information about anything and everything that has anything to do with performance boating...very cool, indeed!

My request is more about geography here...I am currently living in Las Vegas...That being said, as an original east coaster, I have started to think hard about Miami...

I am single, 36, and am self-employed, so I don't have a need to deal with a new job..

It seems like there are a lot of cool waterfront bars/restaurants to go to with the boat...? Lots of fellow go-fast boaters, too!

Can you guys in the know maybe chime in with your .02 on the area, the lifestyle there, boating, etc...? Right area to live in (looking for a waterfront house with a dock...$750,000-$1,250,000 or so...?)

Anything that you can point out in general that I may want to know/consider about this move would be terrific!

Thanks,

J

Miami is the Place to be!!! Wish we were there right now. :ernaehrung004:

Get in touch with cashbar here. Do a quick search and you'll find him. He's your OSO connection for spots & Real Estate.

Donnie

I've lived here for more than half a century.... I don't sell real estate but can send you in some directions.... Cash does Broward if your looking north of Miami... the deals down here now are the best iv'e seen in 25 years... long term I think we've got it going on, but this short term bump sure hurts...

JH

Lived here all my life.With your budget and employment the Upper Keys seem to be attractive since you can get a great deal on a waterfront property with plenty of dockage space.The Broward thing is very attractive if you prefer more of a city lifestyle with plenty of Waterfront homes just a little bit up on the price.Of course being in the city is alittle bit more attractive if this is what you prefer,If you want to stay away from the middle of Miami or Broward, your best bet would be the Upper Keys.This would put you approx.30 minutes away from anywhere in Miami and would offer a great option for the boating experience.By water you would not be far from anywhere and you would have access to everything this living has to offer Nightlife, Boating, Waterfront living and some privacy to say the least...It all comes down to what type of a lifestyle do you prefer, (laid back or hectic )...Anyways, both options are attractive.I have family in both scenarios and some prefer the keys for its atmosphere and liad back living and others prefer the city lights..I pefer the laid back water living with access to the water 24/7 and the ability to take off either way and be there in 30 on my boat..If you need some assistance I would be more than happy to steer you in the right direction as I am involved in the market myself and have plenty of friends that do the Real Estate thing..Thanks,Joe

Wow!
 

Thanks for all the info so far,,,,! As for location, I have been thinking about Mami Beach or maybe Coral Gables, or that area....Thoughts?

Plenty of property to choose from in the Gables, (Cocoplum,Gables by the Sea and a couple more..), just a little pricier than the rest..As for the beach, you have limited SFR(single family homes) and the prices are way up.Obviously, not like before, but still up there if waterfront is your choice.Star Island, Hibiscus Island, La Gorce etc...these are the money areas on the beach, also the obvious Fisher Island....Anyways, this should keep you occupied for a while..Joe

I grew up virtually across the street from CocoPlum, when it was mud and swamp... nothing in there for your budget,,, Gables by the Sea is a huge maybe, but I like that area... upper end of the Gables Waterway might work, like west of US1... Gables taxes tend to choke... on the Beach is a toss up by specific locale, lot of variables... Drew Kerns is a good friend and is a realtor that cater's to those specific area's, real good straightup guy, markets nothing but GOOD listings....

JH

If you are interested in working with a professional..Look up Amy Mitchell, she works with Coldwell Banker in Miami and is very knowledgeable..She can guide you in the right direction and answer any questions or concerns you might have..

Hows it going J,

Just saw your posting and figured id reply since i work with real estate in Miami and Marco island, Florida. Right now im an agent /investor in the process of getting my brokers license so i can run my own brokerage.
Well that being said, you are right on target wanting to live in MIAMI. One of my best friends here worked in Vegas for the past few years and then came here and now he loves it just like me. Its warm all year and something is always going on.
I relocated here from NJ after graduating from the U. So If you need any help with real estate in Miami just send me a message since im here and deal with it all the time. I can also fill u in on the hot spots on the beach.

Make sure you check out Gables by the Sea and Cocoplum as mentioned above because they sure are beautiful places. Since your coming from Vegas Im guessing your looking for something on Hibiscus island , Palm island or Sunny isles close to Miami Beach(south beach) where the night life is. They all have waterfront homes available at great prices right now. killer deals. More like steals. well take care and message me if u want me to look up some waterfront real estate deals so u have an idea of the price range and lifestyle u can potentially have here

[QUOTE=BUIZILLA;2770172]I've lived here for more than half a century.... I don't sell real estate but can send you in some directions.... Cash does Broward if your looking north of Miami... the deals down here now are the best iv'e seen in 25 years... long term I think we've got it going on, but this short term bump sure hurts...

JH[/QUOTE
A little off the direct topic but here goes:
I was thinking of getting a winter condo there but would like to know if there is anywhere to store a 47 Fountain on the trailer (preferably with fresh water launch to wet launch it)

fresh water ?? this ia Miami FLA not Miami Ohio...

I thought there were some fresh water canals.

Yeah, its called the Miami River:drink:

So are there fresh water launches onto the river that can handle a 47 Fountain?

and do what?

I have never used it, but there is a launch, not sure if it can handle a 47, Angel was launching his 24 there before he got the aluminum trailer.

Launch the boat in fresh water and come back to fresh water so the seawater is flushed out of the seastrainers, lower units, drive showers, motors, riser jackets, etc. so flushing the motors when up on the trailer is less of an ordeal

hardly fresh water, but there is only ONE ramp up the Miami River that might work, really doubt it's clean fresh water your looking for...

Clean fresh water in the Miami river? doubt that very much...Have had boats there all my life...Not as clean as it should be..but, it is fresh water..

I don't mind the pollution. That's not caustic to the motors and drives like seawater.

if your still looking for a waterfront deal in Miami i may have found something for a steal. its located in coral gables and its on a indirect water access canal leading out to Biscayne bay . the house does need updating and its 2200sq ft but key point is its on a canal and in the gables for 879k. most likely can get it lower as well. haven't seen anything else in this price range on the water in a long long time. only been listed for 20 days. let me know.

chris hudak
sell state distinct realty
786 239 2983

Amy Mitchell is a very knowldgeable Realtor in the South Florida market...Give her a call...

AMYMITCHELL.NET

When figuring your cost dont forget taxes and insurance.
Both will suprise you in the south florida area.
Next CAREFULLY read the rules for any city or
neighborhood you live in. Cities like Coral Gables
wont even let you take a piss without making sure
you have a permit,piss at a certain time and only
if the color of the piss matches the cities color plan.
Good Luck!
I moved from Miami after 25 years to get away from the
arrogant and constantly pissed off people that live there and the cost
of living there.
Much nicer to go spend a week there anytime I want than to live there.

At this point, I am actually considering Ft. Lauderdale...I have heard its a bit more reasonable there, and maybe a bit more relaxed, too...I think in either case, for the first 6 months or so, I am just going to rent a house until I learn the lay of the land and figure out where I want to live...

Thanks!

Jay

Rent on Palm or Hibiscus Island
 

Was looking at houses on Palm and Hibicus during the boat show....what was 5m is now 3m, etc...but get this!! There is so much money in Miami it is NOT unusal for one of these houses to rent for 25k a month!! Just for the record 25 Palm looking into the bay is my fav...whip:ernaehrung004:

I can't say too much as I just moved to MIA from Tampa, but I love it here... and I'm far more financially challenged than most of you ;) but I am 35 y/o single guy

I moved into a top floor (56th floor!) condo that I am renting downtown, the energy in this city as well as the options for recreation / nightlife / etc are incredible. As long as you don't mind learning spanish it's a great place to be!

Just a heads up.
Before you get involved with any realtors, do a little background check..... just to make sure that they are actually and currently licensed, how long they have been licensed and whether they are in the actual full time business of selling real estate in the area that you are looking to buy.
Also, don't trust anyone that tells you they can show you everything from Fort Lauderdale to Miami.......not only is it impossible, but the Realtor will be doing you a great disfavor by making you think they can!
I have been a Realtor (now retired) since 1977 and in Fort Lauderdale since 1997, I only sold waterfront properties in Fort Lauderdale.
When clients would ask me about other areas such as Miami, I would always try to refer them to a LOCAL realtor in that area, because there are so many properties for sale that one realtor cannot possibly know all of the inventory out there (especially now), that is why you need to deal locally.
Also, ask for references....ask for proof on how many deals have they done in the last 2 years.
Good luck in your search and know that there are a ton of properties available in your price range.
Here's a link:
https://www.myfloridalicense.com/wl11.asp?mode=0&SID=