Do You Have What It Takes To Be The Next … Aventura STAR?
August 18th, 2010 categories: Aventura, Community Events
Aventura STAR – Aventura’s Talent Competition
Open auditions for the next Aventura STAR will be held on the following dates:
- Sunday, September 26, 2010 from 12:00pm – 2:00pm
- Saturday, October 16, 2010 from 12:00pm – 2:00pm
- Tuesday, October 26, 2010 from 5:30pm – 7:30pm
Audition Location: Community Recreation Center at 3375 NE 188th St, Aventura FL 33180
- auditions are for Aventura Residents Only
- groups are limited to 5 contestants
- proof of residency is required for all participants
Click here for the rules and an application.
The Aventura STAR finals will be held during the 15th annual Founders Day Celebration.
Sunday, November 7, 2010 starting at 12:00pm
Founders Park Bayside
For details and information visit www.cityofaventura.com or call the Community Recreation Center at (305) 466-3883.

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Go Green
August 17th, 2010 categories: Aventura, Community Events, Real Estate News
The City of Aventura’s Commitment To Going Green
The City of Aventura is currently in the process of becoming a Green Local Government, as certified by the Florida Green Builders Coalition (FGBC). The FGBC designates Green Cities and Counties for outstanding environmental planning. The program focuses on improving environmental performance through:
- waste reduction
- water conservation
- air quality improvements
- other criteria
Becoming a Green City is an opportunity to improve environmental sustainability by:
- improving existing programs
- starting new programs
- setting an example to the community
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AVENTURA Update
August 16th, 2010 categories: Aventura, Community Events
AVENTURA update – the City of Aventura’s Official Newsletter
The AVENTURA update is published several times a year and is designed to inform the Residents of Aventura. The newsletter represents the City Commission’s continued commitment to keep the community updated on important issues, including city government and services. This newsletter is published on a quarterly basis. Your comments and suggestions are welcome.
The City’s mission is to join with the community to make Aventura a city of the highest quality and a City of Excellence. This is accomplished by providing RESPONSIVE, COST EFFECTIVE and INNOVATIVE local government services.
To read the current edition of the City’s online newsletter click here.

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News Release: Halloween Harvest in Aventura
August 16th, 2010 categories: Aventura, Community Events
Halloween Harvest – City of Aventura, FL
Children and families are encouraged to come in costume and participate in:
- the crazy fun maze
- bounce houses
- carnival games
- a trick or treat trail
- arts & crafts
- costume parade
Parking is located at the Harbour Centre on the corner of 29th Avenue and NE 188th Street. Complimentary shuttle service will be provided.
Date: Sunday, October 31, 2010
Time: 1:00pm – 4:00pm
Place: Community Recreation Center at 3375 NE 188th St, Aventura FL 33180
For more information, contact the Community Recreation Center at (305) 466-3883 or www.cityofaventura.com.
For information on buying, selling or leasing real estate in the City of Aventura, contact me at (305) 329-4929 or [email protected]

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How’s The Real Estate Market In Aventura 33180?
August 2nd, 2010 categories: Aventura, Market Reports, Market Trends, Real Estate News
Market Update Report for Aventura 33180 – August 2, 2010
Condos – Townhomes
Click here to read the report as of August 2, 2010.
This week in Aventura 33180:
- the Median Sales Price is $340,000
- the 1,055 properties have been on the market for an average of 246 days
- Inventory is tightening and Days-On-Market is falling
- the Market Action Index shows demand heating up
The market has shown some evidence of slowing recently. Both Prices and Inventory levels are relatively unchanged in recent weeks. Watch the Market Action Index for changes as it can be a leading indicator of price changes.
If you would like to receive the latest real estate market data for your area delivered to your e-mail then click here to subscribe to my Real-Time Market Report. It’s free!

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Learn To Cook Like A Chef
July 8th, 2010 categories: Aventura, Community Events
Chef Allen’s Restaurant in Aventura – Summer Cooking Classes
Starts July 9, 2010 until the end of Summer
5:30pm – 6:30pm every other Friday
Come and learn from Chef Allen Susser and his team some of this summer’s most exciting and new dishes. They will demonstrate two recipes and pass out samples for you to try. You will learn about the spices they use, different ways to cook with them, and how the flavors compliment with certain wines.
The cost is $15 per person. If you stay after the class for dinner then you will receive a 15% discount off your final bill. Space is limited to 20 people per class. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn to cook from an expert. For more information call Chef Allen’s Restaurant at (305) 935-2900.
Chef Allen’s Restaurant – 19088 NE 29th Av Aventura, FL 33180
For more information on real estate in Aventura please contact me at (305) 329-4929 or [email protected]

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Taste Of The Nation: Miami
July 7th, 2010 categories: Aventura, Community Events
Taste of the Nation: Miami
Date: Thursday, July 29, 2010
Location: Fairmont Turnberry Resort – 19999 West Country Club Dr, Aventura FL 33180
Share Our Strength’s Taste of the Nation is the nation’s premier culinary benefit where 100% of ticket sales are devoted to ending childhood hunger. Join Miami’s finest chefs and restaurants for an incredible night of fine food, amazing spirits, great wine and lots of fun with the single purpose to end childhood hunger in our community.
Ticket Prices:
VIP Admission 6:00pm – 10:00pm (VIP tickets include early admission, champagne reception and gift bag)
Pre Sale $195.00
At the Door $225.00
General Admission 7:00pm – 10:00pm
Pre Sale $95.00
At the Door $125.00
To purchase tickets call 1-877-26-TASTE or click here to purchase on-line.
This year the funds raised through Taste of the Nation will support No Kid Hungry, a campaign to end childhood hunger in America by 2015.
Taste of the Nation Tuesdays at Whole Foods Market
Spend your Tuesday evenings in July learning from South Florida’s top chefs and supporting Share Our Strength’s mission to end childhood hunger. Whole Foods Market has been a longtime sponsor of Share Our Strength’s Taste of the Nation. They will be offering complimentary cooking demonstrations at the Aventura and Coral Gables stores every Tuesday in July at 7:00pm. Each demonstration is free of charge and will last approximately one hour. Reservations are required and can be made by calling the Whole Foods Market stores. Attendees of the cooking demo’s will have a chance to win VIP tickets to Taste of the Nation Miami. Two winners will be selected from a drawing of all attendees at the final demo at both stores on July 27, 2010.
Whole Foods Market Aventura – (305) 933-1543
Whole Foods Market Coral Gables – (305) 421-9421
Help support a great cause while at the same time enjoying a wonderful evening of food and drink from some of Miami’s finest chefs and restaurants.
For more information about the Aventura real estate market please contact me at (305) 329-4929 or [email protected]

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Facts and Trends for Aventura
June 23rd, 2010 categories: Aventura, Market Reports, Market Trends, Real Estate News
Facts and Trends – Aventura, FL March 2009 – May 2010
Number of Properties for Sale vs. Sold – Condo/Townhome
Analysis:
- 14% decrease in homes for sale from May 2009 – May 2010
- no significant increase or decrease in sales
- May 2009 – 19 month supply of homes for sale
- May 2010 – 16 month supply of homes for sale
For more information please contact me at (305) 329-4929 or [email protected]

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How’s The Real Estate Market In Aventura?
June 22nd, 2010 categories: Aventura, Market Reports, Market Trends, Real Estate Investing, Real Estate News
Real Estate Market Stats for Aventura, FL 33180
Median Price – Single Family Home vs. Condo/Townhome
Inventory – Single Family Home vs. Condo/Townhome
Average Days on Market – Single Family Home vs. Condo/Townhome
If you would like to receive the latest real estate market data for your area delivered to your e-mail then click here to subscribe to my Real-Time Market Report. It’s free!
For more information please contact me at (305) 329-4929 or [email protected]

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How’s The Real Estate Market?
June 2nd, 2010 categories: Aventura, Market Reports, Market Trends, Real Estate Investing, Real Estate News
The Latest Real Estate Market Data
Stat Table – Condos/Townhomes in Aventura, FL 33180
| 90-day stats for Condo properties in MIAMI, FL33180 - Aventura as of May 11, 2012 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Median List Price: | $389,077 | Average List Price: | $547,436 |
| Total Inventory: | 664 | Price per Square Foot: | $259 |
| Average Home Size: | 1,517 | Median Lot Size: | n/a |
| Average # Beds: | 2.36 | Average # Baths: | 2.53 |
| Homes Absorbed: | 40 | Newly Listed: | 34 |
| Days on Market: | 252 | Average Age: | 20 |
Stat Table – Single Family Homes in Aventura, FL 33180
| 90-day stats for Single Family properties in MIAMI, FL33180 - Aventura as of May 11, 2012 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Median List Price: | $729,308 | Average List Price: | $759,873 |
| Total Inventory: | 55 | Price per Square Foot: | $248 |
| Average Home Size: | 2,622 | Median Lot Size: | 9,071 |
| Average # Beds: | 3.91 | Average # Baths: | 3.36 |
| Homes Absorbed: | 4 | Newly Listed: | 3 |
| Days on Market: | 230 | Average Age: | 31 |
If you would like the latest data for your area delivered to your e-mail then click here to subscribe to my Real-Time Market Report. It’s free!
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