The Urban Villas at the Grove – An Enclave of Exclusive Luxury

Talk about a crème de la crème community!   The Urban Villas at the Grove is the embodiment of exclusive luxury with only four large townhouses situated in the tiny enclave.  Situated in a part of Coconut Grove where small townhouse communities are becoming the norm, the Urban Villas at the Grove adds to the revitalization of Coconut Grove real estate in the area.  Under construction, completion is tentatively set for early 2014 for the three-bedroom, two-and-a-half bath homes.

Location

The Urban Villas are located in the center of Coconut Grove with parks and other Coconut Grove highlights within walking distance or a really short drive.  Coconut Grove has a lot of history as it is the oldest continuously inhabited city in Miami-Dade County.  It is adjacent to Coral Gables and only about 15 minutes from Brickell and Downtown Miami. 

Amenities of the Urban Villas at the Grove

Contemporary elegance is the perfect description of the Urban Villas at the Grove.  In an area of Coconut Grove where the classic Mediterranean architecture is the character of most of the surrounding homes, the Urban Villas stand apart from the rest with sleek lines and an modern appeal.  There are high ceilings, formal living and dining rooms, and the finest details throughout the each home.  The two- residences feature three bedrooms and two-and-a-half baths and upper floor balconies.  The master is large and includes a master bath with dual sinks, spa tub & shower, and a bidet. The gourmet kitchen is large and has stainless steel appliances, granite counter tops, and beautiful contemporary custom cabinetry along with a center island. Outside, each home has a pool with a covered patio and deck as well as tropical landscaping, electronic security gates and more.  Along with the one-car garage, there is room for additional parking.

Real Estate at the Urban Villas at the Grove

Each residence in this exclusive enclave encompasses 3,800 square feet of living space.  With the Urban Villa's scheduled completion in early 2014, each is listed at $699,000.  Real estate list prices and home values in the immediate vicinity vary with some starting as low as the mid-$200s for older, smaller properties in need of major overhauls to over $700K for newly constructed homes within a few blocks. 

Bringing a New Appeal to an Established Area

The Urban Villas at the Grove is bringing a new appeal to an established area in Coconut Grove.  These townhouses convey a contemporary flair that adds a sense of beauty and sophistication.  Coconut Grove real estate offers some of the most exclusive and sought after properties in all of Miami-Dade as well as Florida.  With more and more projects in the works, this part of Coconut Grove is getting a wonderful makeover. 

L'Hermitage -- Coconut Grove

L’Hermitage is a wonderfully secluded townhome community in the Coconut Grove section of Miami-Dade County.  This exclusive enclave has only 75 Mediterranean style townhomes with many of them facing out onto Biscayne Bay.  Constructed in the early 1980's, the townhomes features clusters of eight to 10 residences around cul-de-sacs throughout the community.  L’Hermitage real estate appeals to those who want to feel like they still live in a single family home but have the conveniences of living in a condominium style community. 

Location

Located in in Coconut Grove, L’Hermitage is situated along Biscayne Bay.  L’Hermitage is just a short drive to Coconut Grove’s historic district and excellent shopping and dining at the famed CocoWalk.  It is tucked away from the hustle and bustle in its own tranquil and tropical setting. 

Coconut Grove is just five minutes away from Brickell, 15 minutes from Miami International Airport, 10 minutes from Coral Gables’ famed Magnificent Mile and only 15 minutes from Key Biscayne and Miami Beach.

L’Hermitage Amenities

A lot of amenities come with living in L’Hermitage Coconut Grove that adds to the comfort of living in this exclusive community.  From the beautiful gated entrance with a 24-hour guard to the tennis courts, private docks and community pool with tropical landscaping, residents have all the niceties of living at a five-star resort. 

Individual residences are designed like a Mediterranean Villa right down (or up as the case may be) to the Spanish tile roofs.  The three story residences feature main living areas on the second level with two-car garages and an additional living area on the first level and bedrooms on the third level.  Some of the larger townhomes even have elevators.  While many of the residences have been remodeled or updated, every residence has tons of space with total square feet between

approximately 3,400 and just over 4,000.   Not only do they have large master suites and gourmet kitchens with updated appliances, they have the most inviting screened in patios ideal for morning coffee or afternoon tea.  Because the homes are individually owned, each one has an individual style and design elements.

L’Hermitage Real Estate

L’Hermitage Coconut Grove real estate offers a level of exclusivity found in only the most elite townhome communities in Miami-Dade County.  This is a very popular community with buyers wanting a second home in South Florida, international buyers who conduct business in the area and retirees who have relocated or downsized from larger single family homes.  Even though most of the homes are owner-occupied, this is an excellent opportunity for investors who desire to own Coconut Grove rental property at L’Hermitage. 

List prices typically start at about the $1 million mark and climb to over $2 million depending on the size, location in the community and the view.  In 2012, three units sold with sale prices ranging from the upper $900s to over $2 million.  In terms of additional costs for homeowners, there is a monthly HOA fee fluctuating between $1,100 to over $3,400 (subject to change).

As for Coconut Grove rental property, occasionally, there are opportunities to rent property at L’Hermitage Coconut Grove.  When these properties come available, they are typically swiped up in the blink of an eye.   When there is a rental property, monthly rental rates usually fall between $5,000 and $8,000.

A Secluded Tropical Oasis in Coconut Grove

Coconut Grove, in and of itself, is a very chic and exclusive part of Miami-Dade County.  L’Hermitage offers a secluded tropical oasis within Coconut Grove.  It is easy to see why so many have the desire to live here.  When the opportunity arises, buyers who want the convenience of a condominium, lean towards L’Hermitage real estate because they get the best of both worlds.