Miami Property Desk

Articles by Miami Property Desk

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  Miami's House vs Unit Price Gap Widens: What Buyers Need to Know Now

  Detached houses and condos are no longer moving in lockstep—here’s where prices are splitting, why it’s happening, and what it means for locals hoping to get in.

  4 July 2026, 2:03 pm

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  Coral Gables Remains Miami’s Blue-Chip Standout—Without the Eye-Watering Price Tag

  Long-term investors and families are finding hidden value in the ‘City Beautiful’, even as other Miami enclaves surge past national averages.

  4 July 2026, 2:03 pm

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  How Much Rent Is Too Much? The 30% Rule in Practice for Miami Renters

  Miami tenants are facing tough choices as rents climb and income growth stalls. Is the classic 30% rule still realistic here?

  4 July 2026, 2:03 pm

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  First-Time Miami Buyers Face Hot Competition and Rising Entry Prices in 2026

  Surge in new home purchases pushes affordable entry points farther west, with Little Havana and North Miami drawing most first-time buyers.

  4 July 2026, 1:49 pm

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  Why Coral Gables Still Delivers Blue-Chip Prestige—and Real Value—for Miami Investors

  Despite surging prices in Miami's luxury market, Coral Gables remains a rare find for buyers chasing both security and upside.

  4 July 2026, 1:49 pm

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  Miami Rental Vacancy Rates Hit Record Lows, Turning Apartment Hunt Into a Scramble

  Fewer empty units and surging demand are pitting Miami renters against each other for scarce leases, with prices and waitlists both climbing.

  4 July 2026, 1:49 pm

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  Miami's First-Time Homebuyers Face New Entry Points Amid Cooling Prices

  Rising inventory and shifting demand reshape where—if not how—it’s possible for locals to buy their first home in Miami.

  4 July 2026, 1:33 pm

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  Miami Rents Surpass National Capital City Averages as Affordability Gap Widens

  A close look at Miami’s housing market shows renters are feeling the pinch compared to major regional cities—with ownership just as challenging.

  4 July 2026, 1:33 pm

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  West Kendall Emerges as Miami’s Growth Corridor, Driven by New Transit and Retail Hubs

  Massive investment in infrastructure is reshaping West Kendall, turning it into Miami-Dade’s hottest bet for homebuyers and developers.

  4 July 2026, 1:33 pm

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  Leases Ending, Options Shrinking: Miami Renters Grapple With Next Steps in a Tight Market

  With Miami vacancy rates hovering near record lows, renters facing lease expirations are finding fewer choices and higher prices—here’s what they can do.

  4 July 2026, 1:18 pm

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  Little Haiti Tops Miami’s Rental Yield Rankings for Investors in 2026

  Once-overlooked, the urban enclave now offers Miami's highest rental returns—and outpaces established hotspots like Brickell and Wynwood.

  4 July 2026, 1:18 pm

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  Miami Council Approves Density Push With New Planning Rules, Redefining Skyline and Urban Design

  Developers face stricter design criteria as city leaders open the door to taller, denser buildings in Brickell and Little Havana.

  4 July 2026, 1:18 pm

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  Miami Buyers Race the Clock: Interest Rate Expectations Drive Sudden Market Shift

  Anticipation of falling mortgage rates is reshaping homebuying patterns from Coral Gables to Brickell.

  4 July 2026, 1:18 pm

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  Towering New Mixed-Use Project Gets Green Light Near Downtown Miami

  City commissioners give final approval for a transformative $850 million development on Biscayne Boulevard.

  4 July 2026, 1:03 pm

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  West Little River: The Affordable Suburb Outperforming All Its Neighbours

  Home values in West Little River have jumped 14% this year — outpacing every other Miami suburb, and pulling in first-time buyers priced out of nearby areas.

  4 July 2026, 1:03 pm

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  Miami Real Estate Market: How 2026 Compares to the 2021 Boom

  Soaring interest rates and steady price corrections have redrawn the map for buyers and sellers from Brickell to Coconut Grove.

  4 July 2026, 1:03 pm

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  In These Miami Suburbs, Buying Is Now Cheaper Than Renting

  Soaring rents and cooling home prices tip the balance in neighborhoods like Kendall and Westchester.

  4 July 2026, 1:03 pm

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  Miami Auction Market Sees Shift in Clearance Rate Trends Over the Past Month

  A closer look at the numbers reveals a changing landscape for buyers and sellers in the city's dynamic real estate market.

  4 July 2026, 1:03 pm

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  A Surge in Pre-Auction Sales: Why Miami Vendors are Taking Early Offers

  With brisk offers ahead of the gavel, Miami property owners are cashing out before homes hit the auction room.

  4 July 2026, 1:03 pm

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  The Rent-Vesting Strategy Explained for Miami's Dynamic Market

  As affordability concerns rise, Miami renters are turning to a savvy investment approach that's gaining traction in cities like New York and Los Angeles.

  4 July 2026, 1:03 pm

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  Miami's Hottest Suburb for Investors: Where Rental Yields Are Highest

  Allapattah tops the list with rental yields of up to 8.5%, outpacing other investment hotspots in the city

  4 July 2026, 12:31 pm

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  Edgewater Penthouse Sets Miami's Highest Auction Sale for July—Ripples Felt Across Luxury Market

  A record $26.8 million sale at a Biscayne Boulevard tower draws attention to shifting buyer appetites and rising clearance rates across Miami's property scene.

  4 July 2026, 12:31 pm

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  How Much Rent Is Too Much? The 30% Rule in Practice in Miami

  In Miami’s high-priced rental market, what does the classic affordability threshold really mean for tenants today?

  4 July 2026, 12:23 pm

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  Fast-Tracking Your Miami Home Deposit: How First-Time Buyers Can Get Ahead in 2026

  With Miami property prices holding firm, savvy buyers are tapping local programs and new strategies to hit their deposit goals faster.

  4 July 2026, 12:23 pm

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  Miami Council Overhauls Zoning Rules, Paving Way for Denser, Taller Buildings

  Sweeping revisions to city zoning codes stand to reshape Brickell and Little Haiti as Miami pushes for higher density and climate-conscious design.

  4 July 2026, 12:23 pm

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  Little River’s Rise: The Gentrifying Pocket Attracting Miami’s Young Professionals

  Bars, co-working hubs and warehouse conversions are transforming this once-hidden Miami enclave into an investor magnet.

  4 July 2026, 12:23 pm

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  Miami Homeowners Reap Bigger Gains as House vs Unit Prices Split Widens

  Detached house prices soar in Coconut Grove and Coral Gables while condo values stall, forcing buyers and investors to rethink Miami strategies.

  4 July 2026, 12:23 pm

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  How to Prepare a Winning Bid Strategy in Miami's High-Stakes Real Estate Auctions

  Competitive auctions are reshaping Miami's property market. Here’s what local buyers need to know to secure a slice of the city.

  4 July 2026, 12:23 pm

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  Miami’s Latest Land Release: Who Qualifies and How to Apply

  City Hall opens up long-awaited parcels near the Little River and West Kendall—here’s what property hunters need to know.

  4 July 2026, 12:19 pm

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  How to Save a Deposit Faster in Miami's Red-Hot Housing Market

  With Miami property prices rising and competition fierce, local first-home buyers are turning to new strategies and city-backed programs to accelerate their savings for a down payment.

  4 July 2026, 12:19 pm

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  Miami Auction Weekend: Luxury Homes in Coral Gables and Edgewater Smash Reserve Prices

  Bayfront estates and downtown condos led a frenzied Independence Day holiday clearance rate, with several trophy homes fetching figures well above reserve.

  4 July 2026, 12:19 pm

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  Rent-Vesting in Miami: Can Renting in Brickell and Buying in Little Haiti Boost Affordability?

  With Miami rents sky-high and home prices still surging, more locals are turning to the rent-vesting strategy—here’s what it means for your wallet.

  4 July 2026, 12:19 pm

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  Little River's Makeover: The Gentrifying Pocket Attracting Miami's Young Professionals

  Blending art spaces with old industrial bones, Little River is seeing a surge in demand from a new wave of buyers and renters under 35.

  4 July 2026, 12:19 pm

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  Miami Listings Linger as Vendor Discounts Deepen: Days on Market Data Signals Shift

  Homes are sitting longer on the market and sellers are slashing asking prices, with Brickell and Coral Gables showing pronounced slowdowns.

  4 July 2026, 12:19 pm

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  Little Haiti Tops Miami Table for Highest Investor Rental Yield

  Rising rents and competitive prices have pushed Little Haiti ahead of more famous neighborhoods, making it Miami’s most lucrative suburb for rental investors in 2026.

  4 July 2026, 12:13 pm

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  Miami's Property Market: How 2026's Slowdown Compares to the Fevered 2021 Boom

  Five years after the pandemic-fueled buying frenzy, Miami's real estate market faces a new set of challenges—and very different numbers.

  4 July 2026, 12:13 pm

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  Miami Suburbs Where Buying a Home Now Beats Renting

  Shifting market dynamics mean monthly mortgage payments are undercutting rents in neighborhoods like West Kendall and Cutler Bay.

  4 July 2026, 12:13 pm

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  Lenders Mortgage Insurance in Miami: When It Makes Sense to Pay It

  For some first-time Miami buyers, paying for mortgage insurance can be the ticket to home ownership before prices climb further.

  4 July 2026, 12:13 pm

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  Proposed Rezoning on the Table That Could Redefine Westchester’s Look and Feel

  A sweeping plan before Miami-Dade planners could allow taller buildings, denser housing, and new commercial zones along heavily trafficked Coral Way.

  4 July 2026, 12:13 pm

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  How to Prepare a Winning Bid Strategy for Miami’s Competitive Property Auctions

  With fierce competition and rising prices across Miami, bidders face a high-pressure environment. Here’s how to outmaneuver the crowd at your next real estate auction.

  4 July 2026, 12:13 pm