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Spring Celebration

March 19th, 2013 Written By Carol Pawley

On Saturday March 30, 2013 Coral Gables will be celebrating spring with its first-ever helicopter egg drop. Thousands of colorful, plastic eggs will be dropped by helicopter onto the Youth Center field as children watch from the perimeter. At 10 am there will be simultaneous egg hunts at five parks in the City, but the Youth Center is the only one featuring a helicopter egg drop. Immediately following the egg hunts, residents can enjoy a free concert, and carnival games and rides.

Participating parks are:
•War Memorial Youth Center, 405 University Drive
•Jaycee Park, 1230 Hardee Road
•Phillips Park, 90 Menores Avenue
•Salvadore Park, 1120 Andalusia Avenue
•Sunrise Harbor Park, 25 Sunrise Avenue

For more information, contact the Parks and Recreation Division at 305-460-5600.

Coral Gables February 2013 Sales

March 7th, 2013 Written By Carol Pawley

Coral Gables saw a slight increase in the number of homes sold in February. 33 homes sold compared to 32 last month.  The average sale price and price per sqft also rose. The average sale price in February was $1,192,285 (previous month $798,598) and the average price per sqft was $341 (previous month $286). Here are some key statistics for the month of February and a list of what sold.

*Data as of 3/6/13*

For Rent: 821 Majorca Ave

March 5th, 2013 Written By Carol Pawley

I just listed this fabulous rental in Coral Gables. Easy to show.

Coral Gables January 2013 Sales

February 11th, 2013 Written By Carol Pawley

The first month of 2013 (January) 32 homes sold in Coral Gables. Slightly less than what sold in December 2012. The average price per sq.ft. dropped from $318 to $286. However more homes sold for either asking price or above in January (7) than in December (3). Here are some key market statistics for the month of January and a list of what sold.

*Data as of 2/11/13*

New Listing: 7320 SW 47th Ave (Erwin Rd)

February 4th, 2013 Written By Carol Pawley

I just listed 7320 SW 47th Ave (Erwin Rd). Fall in love with this absolutely charming 1,593 sq.ft. 3 bedroom / 2 bath with 1,593 sq.ft. bungalow. Located on a 12,155 SF lot in prime Ponce/Davis area. Home features include open kitchen, screened florida room, built-ins, french doors & pool. Nestled under a canopy of tropical landscaping with a white picket fence. Offered at $690,000 this adorable house is the perfect place to call “Home.”

Visit www.7320SW47Ave.com for more information.

Another Coral Gables Golf Course home sold by Carol Pawley!!!

January 29th, 2013 Written By Carol Pawley

I just sold 4225 San Amaro Dr in Coral Gables.  Located on the Riviera Golf Course, this home has panoramic views of one South Florida’s most beautiful courses.  My buyer loved the location and was willing to do work which is extensive. The home features 5 bedrooms, 4 baths with 3,648 sq. ft.  and an open floor plan.  What drew my buyer to purchase the home was the endless possibilities she could do to the home and of course her son loved the fact he would be living on a golf course. The listing agent was  with EWM Realty.  The home was listed for $1,075,000 and my buyer bought the home for $1,002,500.   Congratulations to my new buyer!!!!!!

Jazz in the Gables

January 25th, 2013 Written By Carol Pawley

By popular demand Jazz in the Gables is back. Lunchtime Jazz will take place every Wednesday beginning now through March 27, 2013 at 12:15 p.m. on the Plaza of the Coral Gables Museum (located on Salzedo Street two blocks north of Miracle Mile), and will feature a different artist each week. Box lunches by Catering by Lovables will be available for sale on-site.

There will be two additional evening concerts scheduled for February 1 and March 7, 2013 at 8 p.m. 

The event is a collaboration between the City of Coral Gables, the Coral Gables Museum, the Business Improvement District, the Miami Jazz Coop, and civic sponsors HBO Latin America, and Vizcaino, Gitlin & Zomerfeld, LLP.

Mayor Jim Cason said, “The City is pleased to be bringing back Jazz in the Gables to residents and professionals. This free music event and the chance to hear a different talented jazz performer each week continues to gain popularity, and is a great way to support the local art scene.” 

Jazz in the Gables 2013 Schedule

• January 30: The sounds of the FIU Jazz Ensemble
• February 1: Special Evening Concert with Daniel Strange Quartet at 8 p.m.
• February 6: The fabulous Tito Cruz Quartet
• February 13: Internationally acclaimed jazz vocalist Paulette Dozier
• February 20: Latin jazz instrumentalist Andy Harlow and band Salsamania
• February 27: The captivating, soul stirring jazz singer Lenard Rutledge
• March 6: The entertaining music of the Jack Siegel Band
• March 7: Special Evening Concert at 8 p.m. Artist to be announced.
• March 13: UM’s award-winning jazz vocal ensemble Extensions
• March 20: The sounds of MDC Faculty Jazz Ensemble
• March 27: Acclaimed jazz steelpan player Othello Molineaux

Click here for more information.