Homes for sale in the Village of Pinecrest, FL under $500,000 I would like to take a moment to review properties for sale in the village of Pinecrest, Fl that are under $500,000. The median home value in the area is approximately $711,714 and properties on the low end of the price spectrum sometimes get lost in the shuffle with the higher priced listings getting all the attention from their respective listing agents. There is great value in these properties and they may be priced unrealistically low during the current financial crisis with lenders eager to approve very low short sale values and move lender owned REO properties off of their books. Click below to find properties in the Village of Pinecrest under $500,000. Homes for sale in the Village of Pinecrest, FL under $500,000 11/13/2011

Brunch at the Gardens - Sunday Brunch at Pinecrest Gardens - November 20th, 2011 The cool weather has finally arrived in Pinecrest. Now is the time to enjoy and explore the many outdoor events and activities Pinecrest has to offer. One event that should not be missed is the spectacular Pinecrest Garden Sunday Brunch. From an assortment of freshly baked croissants, French bread, and pastries to a craving and omelet station. The brunch is led by Thierry Isambert, owner of Thierry's Catering, who blends multicultural cooking techniques for a perfect breakfast experience. This event will be held on Sunday, November 20th.    Sunday Brunch Menu Select Sundays 10:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Assortment of Freshly Baked Croissants, Danishes, And Bagels Assorted Home Made Jams, Jellies, Butter and Cream ... 11/12/2011

A truly wonderful winter tradition in Pinecrest is the Pinecrest Gardner’s Farmers Market located at 8287 SW 124 Street.  It has grown substantially through the years and now fills the entire parking lot of Gardner’s Market. I believe the Farmers Market is now organized by the Market Company, which is a  special events and farmers market production company. If this is so, it was a terrific addition. Open every Sunday through mid-April, a variety of venders sell vegetables, fruits, plants, orchids, oils, herbs, jams, salsas and baked goods. Bee Heaven Farm~Pikarco, occupies the west side of the parking lot selling only organically grown fruits and vegetables all grown locally. They are part of a group known as “Redland Organics, a of group of local organic and sustainable growers workin... 01/11/2009

Ah...Winter in Miami! We have arts festivals, farmer's markets, ballet, marathons, 1/2 marathans and so much more. I will post some of my favorite happenings in the area each week here, so keep coming back or subscribe to my feed or email me at lynn@lynncromer.com to get on my list so you don't miss out on anything! 58th Annual Holtz Children’s Hospital Beaux Arts Festival Jan. 10 & 11th Grounds of University of Miami (map)  One of the nicest arts festival in Miami. Smaller than the Coconut Grove Festival in size, it is still strong on artists. The setting is beautiful, under large canopied trees on the campus of University of Miami. Starts at 10am both days.Beaux Arts link   Cooking Class Ortanique on the Mile (map) Learn the secrets behind Chef Cindy Hutson's Cuisine of the restaurant... 01/04/2009

It's certainly been a tough year and I can't say that I'm sorry to see the year over. Although we are experiencing gorgeous 70 degree weather, which is what has always tempted folks to flock to Miami, we have had our share of foreclosures and big box store closings. Prices are way down, which should be a positive for buying in the new year. Even in the luxury markets of Pinecrest & Coral Gables, once thought recession proof, prices are  down...some as far as 30% from their peak.  But the foreclosures in this market are fewer than other Miami area. The median sales price for a 4 bedroom home in Pinecrest hovers close to $900,000. Pinecrest Recently Sold Homes The median sales price for a 4 bedroom home in Coral Gables hovers around $775,000 , down 19% from 3 months (trends from Trulia.co... 01/01/2009