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Boca Raton's Royal Palm Yacht & Country Club Welcomes New $20M Mansion Purchase

The luxury real estate market in Boca Raton continues to boom, with high-profile sales shaping the region’s most exclusive neighborhoods. Recently, Brendan Pantano, CEO of Coastal Waste & Recycling, purchased a non-waterfront spec mansion for $19.8 million in the highly sought-after Royal Palm Yacht & Country Club. This significant transaction highlights the demand for luxury homes in Boca Raton’s elite real estate market.

Boca Raton Realtor-Developed Spec Mansion Shines in Royal Palm Yacht & Country Club

The newly built mansion at 1654 Sabal Palm Drive was crafted by SRD Building. The Dingles, known for their expertise in high-end construction, purchased the 0.4-acre property in 2022 and completed the 8,800-square-foot home earlier this year. The…

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Housing Market Predictions for Remainder of 2024: When Will Home Prices Become Affordable Again?

Housing Market Predictions for Remainder of 2024: When Will Home Prices Become Affordable Again?

The Boca Raton real estate market has been a rollercoaster, influenced by fluctuating mortgage rates, high demand, and tight inventory. As we move through 2024, potential buyers, sellers, and real estate agents in Boca Raton, FL are all wondering if home prices will finally stabilize. This year, factors like mortgage rates and inventory are expected to shape the market in significant ways. Let’s take a look at what these predictions mean for Boca Raton Realtors and prospective homeowners alike.

Will the Boca Raton Real Estate Market Cool Down?

The Boca Raton real estate market has remained competitive, but recent trends suggest that 2024 could bring a…

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Boca Raton Federal Highway To Undergo Stunning Transformation

Boca Raton is embarking on a significant transformation along a 1.3-mile stretch of Federal Highway, from Camino Real to Northeast Mizner Boulevard. This ambitious project, set to be overseen by the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), is poised to reshape Downtown Boca Raton with wider sidewalks, buffered bike lanes, and lower speed limits. These enhancements reflect the city's "Complete Streets Policy," designed to create a more walkable and bike-friendly environment. Here’s a closer look at how these changes will benefit the city's residents and its booming Boca Raton real estate market.

Benefits of Transforming Federal Highway for Boca Raton Real Estate

The upgrades on Federal Highway focus on several key areas:

• Wider Sidewalks:…

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South Florida Big Lots Store Closures: Bidding Opens for 10 Properties

As Big Lots prepares to close hundreds of stores across the U.S. following its Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing, real estate opportunities are emerging for investors and retailers looking to lease prime commercial space. In South Florida alone, 10 Big Lots locations are up for lease, offering a variety of square footage options in some of the region’s most desirable retail markets. These lease auctions represent a significant shift in the region’s commercial real estate landscape, with prime locations becoming available at competitive rates.

Melville, New York based A&G Real Estate Partners has been tasked with auctioning the leases for these closing stores, including the 296 Big Lots locations set to shutter across the country. With court authorization in…

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Downtown Miami 57-Story Tower Retail Condos to Hit Auction Block

A prime retail space at the base of the 50 Biscayne condominium tower in downtown Miami is set to hit the foreclosure auction block after the property’s owner, Boca Raton-based AZB I LLC, lost a $4.27 million court judgment. The upcoming auction marks the latest chapter in the ongoing legal battle that has embroiled the commercial units within one of Miami’s most prominent high-rise buildings.

The retail spaces in question, which span 7,531 square feet across three commercial units (CU-1, CU-2, and CU-3), will be sold in an online auction on October 30 through Miami-Dade County's court system. This foreclosure is part of a broader trend in South Florida’s real estate market, where economic pressures have led to an uptick in foreclosures, particularly…

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Vertical Bridge in Boca Raton Strikes $3.3 Billion Deal With Verizon

In a significant move for the telecommunications industry, Boca Raton-based Vertical Bridge has entered into an agreement with Verizon Communications to lease and manage thousands of wireless communications towers across the United States. The deal, valued at $3.3 billion, gives Vertical Bridge exclusive rights to oversee 6,339 wireless towers that were previously managed by Verizon subsidiaries.

This strategic partnership will have far-reaching implications for both companies, enabling Verizon to optimize costs and allowing Vertical Bridge to expand its already vast portfolio of wireless infrastructure. Let’s take a closer look at the details of this deal and how it stands to impact the future of telecommunications in the U.S.

The Key Elements…

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Motion to Dismiss Bal Harbour Shops' Lawsuit Rejected

A significant legal battle in South Florida's real estate sector has taken a major step forward, as a judge recently denied a motion to dismiss a lawsuit filed by Bal Harbour Shops, LLC. The case centers around the high-end shopping mall's ambitious redevelopment plan, which seeks approval to build three high-rise towers with hundreds of residential units and dozens of hotel rooms on top of the mall, located at 9700 Collins Avenue in Bal Harbour.

The lawsuit, filed under Florida's recently passed Live Local Act, aims to force the Village of Bal Harbour to endorse the application for the project, despite objections raised by village officials. This case could have far-reaching implications for developers, municipalities, and affordable housing efforts…

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$5M+ in Debt: Broward warehouse owner files for bankruptcy

In a challenging turn of events for South Florida’s commercial real estate market, Aphex Holdings, a company that owns several warehouses in Broward County, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. The filing highlights some of the difficulties facing businesses in the region, even in the booming South Florida real estate market, and it could have implications for property owners and investors alike.

With more than $5.36 million in secured debt, the Hollywood-based company petitioned for Chapter 11 reorganization after falling behind on its mortgage payments. While this bankruptcy filing may seem like a localized issue, it could serve as a cautionary tale for other commercial real estate investors navigating South Florida’s evolving market conditions.

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Why South Florida’s Housing Market Is Booming Despite Record-High Prices

South Florida’s real estate market has been defying national trends and continues to attract deep-pocketed buyers, even as home prices reach unprecedented levels. In an era when rising interest rates and economic concerns have slowed housing activity across much of the country, South Florida’s housing market has surged ahead, particularly in Miami-Dade and Broward Counties.

Despite record-high home prices, affluent buyers are drawn to the region for its unique lifestyle, economic opportunities, and tax advantages. So, why are homebuyers flocking to South Florida, and what makes this market stand out?

 A Resilient Market with Growing Demand

April marked a significant shift in South Florida’s real estate landscape, with a noticeable uptick in home…

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Vita at Grove Isle: Miami's New Standard for Luxury Condo Living

Miami’s real estate market continues to thrive, and the latest project capturing the attention of luxury homebuyers is Vita at Grove Isle. Situated on a 20-acre private island just off the Coconut Grove neighborhood, Vita at Grove Isle has recently topped off at seven stories and is already creating a buzz for its unparalleled combination of exclusivity, location, and luxury.

With delivery slated for late 2025, Vita at Grove Isle promises to offer a unique island lifestyle, surrounded by breathtaking water views and immersed in the sophistication and convenience that modern condo living provides. Here’s an in-depth look at what makes this development such a standout in the Miami real estate landscape and why it’s drawing so much attention from buyers,…

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