Pinecrest

Recognized as one of the most beautiful residential areas in South Florida, the Village of Pinecrest was incorporated in 1996. It is conveniently located just 20 minutes south of Downtown Miami and the Miami International Airport. Within its 8 square miles, Pinecrest lists its resident count at 19,460. Residents and visitors of Pinecrest will find the neighborhood is full of unique shops, markets, a plethora of dining options, several recreational areas, and pedestrian friendly walkways.

Pinecrest has actively involved itself with not only beautifying its community through the addition of new parks and recreational areas, but also by striving to provide its residents with luxuries not found in every neighborhood. Pinecrest further distinguishes its community with the addition of technological and communication advances, such as the incorporation of free Wi-Fi spots, at both Suniland Park and Evelyn Greer Park. Pinecrest even has its own radio station, WQFS 1590 AM, to keep residents updated on such topics as upcoming events, notice of future meetings, and up-to-date information in emergency situations. In addition, Pinecrest seeks to further its development when it opens the 15,000 square-foot Pinecrest Branch Library in 2008.

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Living in Palmetto Bay or Pinecrest Can Help Your Health

October 20th, 2011 Categories: Palmetto Bay, Pinecrest, Random Thoughts

It may seem like a bold statement to make, but living in Palmetto Bay or Pinecrest can help you live a healthier life according to a new study.   The study claims that living in better neighborhoods can keep some people from obesity and/or adult onset diabetes.

You can read about it here.  I know we already have great reasons for living in these beautiful Miami area neighborhoods.  But a couple more certainly don’t hurt.

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Pinecrest Convenience With DMV Help

July 20th, 2011 Categories: Community News, Pinecrest

The Village of Pinecrest will be hosting Florida Licensing on Wheels (FLOW – how apropos) on Monday, July 25th, from 9:00 – 2:30.

FLOW is a way for you to renew a Florida State driver license, get a replacement, submit a change of name or address, get an ID card, renew an auto registration or get a specialty plate without having to go to the usual DMV offices.

Where: Village of Pinecrest Municipal Center, 12645 Pinecrest Parkway (US1), Pinecrest, FL

When: Monday, July 25, 2011.  9:00am – 2:30pm

More Info: 305.284.0900

Just another way the Village makes things easier for Pinecrest residents. =)

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Pinecrest Village Manager Candidates

July 17th, 2011 Categories: Community News, Pinecrest

If you want to meet the four finalists for the position of Pinecrest Village Manager, tonight’s the night.  The four being considered for Peter Lombardi’s replacement will be at a reception this evening being held exactly for that purpose…so Pinecrest residents can meet them.

Lombardi’s contract is not being renewed after a 14 year stint managing Pinecrest.  Apparently Mayor Lerner is no longer convinced he can get the job done and did not wish to recommend his renewal.

Pinecrest council is holding the reception tonight at 6:00pm at the Pinecrest Gardens Hibiscus Room.  Pinecrest Gardens is located at 1100 Red Road, Pinecrest, FL.

For more information on this story, click on over to the Herald article.

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Pinecrest Summer Fun

June 3rd, 2011 Categories: Community News, Pinecrest

With school almost finished in Pinecrest, it’s time to be thinking about summer vacation and how to spend it.  Pinecrest Gardens has some great options for the kids.  They have different summer camp programs available and they sound like lots of fun.  They have a Summer of the Arts program which will have the kids exploring art in different techniques and materials.  They also have a Midsummer Night’s Dream Intensive Dance camp for the dancer or wannabe dancer.  You can get more information on schedules, registration and fees at the Pinecrest Gardens website.

Another bit of good news is that the popular Sunday Market is back!  Every Sunday from June through October you can pick up fresh summer produce, home baked delights, hand-made pastas, organic products and more.  The Sunday Market is open from 9:00am – 2:00pm and admission is free.

Pinecrest Gardens is located at 11000 Red Road, Pinecrest, FL.  Phone 305.669.6990

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Pinecrest 2011 State of the Village Address

January 19th, 2011 Categories: Community News, Pinecrest

Pinecrest Mayor Cindy Lerner will be delivering the 2011 Stage of the Village address at the Banyan Amphitheater in Pinecrest Gardens tomorrow at 7:00 pm. 

The venue and it’s refurbishing  will likely be one of the items she addresses as well as the Village’s 5 year plan for additional parks, capital improvement and additional infrastructure.

It’s a good time to be living in Pinecrest.

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Pinecrest Home Sales

January 17th, 2011 Categories: Market Trends, Pinecrest

Pinecrest home sales were brisk in December.  There were 20 closings of homes in Pinecrest, ranging in price from $270,000 to $3,998,000.  Don’t let the lowest priced sale fool you.  The average sales price in Pinecrest was $1,148,100 with the median being $805,000.

The most expensive home sale in Pinecrest was a 9 bedroom, 12 bath, plus guest house, home in North Pinecrest.  The total living area was 14,446 square feet and the lot size was over a true acre at 50,529 square feet.  This home is the one in this picture and boasted many amenities, including a swimming pool, lit tennis court and beautiful landscaping.  It was listed at $4,500,000 and sold at 88.84% of list price.  It is interesting to note that, according to the MLS data, it was also a cash sale. 

Some statistics for the sales in Pinecrest in December:

• Of the 20 sales, 4 were bank-owned (foreclosures) and 1 was a short sale
• Sales Price per Square Foot ranged from a low of $123/SF to $337/SF
• Days on market ranged from ZERO (yes!) to 991
• The lowest price sale of $270,000 was listed at $262,350, so it actually sold for more than list price and it was a cash sale.
• Of the 20 sales, 5 were cash sales, and 4 of those 5 were amongst the most expensive sales in Pinecrest.

Here’s a map of the sales that took place in Pinecrest in December:
Dec Pinecrest Sold Map

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