Mizner Residential Realty's Delray Beach Real Estate Blog

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GL Homes is at it again.  GL Homes recently hosted the Grand Opening at Boca Bridges and had 11 designer-decorated model homes open for viewing.  If you missed the Grand Opening, the sales center is now open every day from 10 am to 6 pm.  Call Mizner Residential Realty to set up an appointment with an experienced and knowledgeable Realtor to accompany you to Boca Bridges.  If you are wondering why you should have an agent represent you when you visit a new construction property, click "Are you considering purchasing a new construction home?" to read our blog about purchasing new construction.  A Realtor can represent you as a buyer's agent at no additional cost to you.  Having a Realtor on your side gives you

Gov. Ron DeSantis signed House Bill 107 which will allow stricter enforcement of laws regarding wireless communication while driving.  Texting while driving was already illegal in the state of Florida, however, it was very difficult for law enforcement officers to cite drivers for the offense.  The bill which was signed on May 17, 2019 changes texting while driving from a secondary offense to a primary offense and the law will take effect July 1, 2019.  The problem with the law as it was originally written was that police officers couldn't pull over drivers for secondary offenses unless they were committing a primary offense such as speeding, reckless driving, or driving while intoxicated.  As you might imagine, there were many drivers getting

Last call to own a new home at Dakota by GL Homes.  There are 387 home sites in Dakota and the property is already 90% sold out.  More than 200 families have already moved in to their brand new luxurious home.  Are you thinking about buying a home in Dakota?  If you are, don't wait - there almost gone.  There are approximately 40 lots remaining.  GL Homes had a Model Sale on May 10, 2019 to sell eight furnished model homes with gorgeous finishing touches - 2 of them sold the same day.  New homes are ready for purchase now so you can move right in and start living the dream immediately.  GL Homes is also increasing their Early Move-In inventory making it quicker and easier for families to get in the home of their dreams.

Dakota is located in Delray

A hurricane is a tropical cyclone.  When the  maximum sustained surface wind reaches 74 mph or more the tropical cyclone is referred to as a hurricane.  Hurricane winds may be accompanied by storm surge, coastal flooding, and/or river flooding.  The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) compiled six lists of names that they cycle through to name hurricanes.  The names on this years' list are Andrea - Barry - Chantal - Dorian - Erin - Fernand - Gabrielle - Humberto - Imelda - Jerry - Karen - Lorenzo - Melissa - Nestor - Olga - Pablo - Rebekah - Sebastien - Tanya - Van - Wendy.  If a hurricane is particularly deadly or costly, the hurricanes name will be retired from the list.  

Hurricane terms can be very confusing for many people.  A

Home decor superstore, At Home, is coming to Palm Beach Gardens.  The Texas based retailer currently has 190 locations including seven stores in Florida.  The Palm Beach Gardens store is the first store to open in south Florida.  At Home will be located in Palm Beach Gardens in the old Gander Outdoors store behind Home Depot.  The store is located just south of I-95 exit 77 (Northlake Boulevard) at 100 Gander Way, Palm Beach Gardens.  At Home will give Wayfair and Overstock fans another option to search for the perfect home decor item.  At Home will also be a great addition to those that prefer shopping at brick and mortar stores like HomeGoods and Tuesday Morning.  The grand opening is scheduled for May 25th, 2019 at 9 am.  The first fifty people in

Florida State Parks is America's first three time winner of the National Gold Medal Award for achieving excellence in the management of state park systems.  There are 175 state parks in Florida, however, there is only one in Palm Beach County.  Plan a visit to John D. MacArthur Beach State Park to see the "Real Florida".  MacArthur State Park's location between the Atlantic Ocean and the Lake Worth Lagoon distinctly sets this park apart from other state parks because it has four well-defined natural communities or habitats for you to explore plus a wide variety of activities suited for everyone.  The four habitats include Maritime Hammock, Estuary, Beach and Dune, and Anastasia Limestone Rock Reef.  There is so much to discover and

The most common natural disaster in the United States is flooding.  A flood can occur in any of the 50 US states and the Sunshine State is no exception.  Floods can occur anywhere there is water.  Palm Beach County is especially susceptible to flooding due tropical storms, hurricanes, and torrential rain.  Palm Beach County has a very sophisticated hazard warning system.  The Division of Emergency Management closely monitors dangerous situations.   When flood warnings are issued, the Emergency Alert System is used to get the message out to the public.  Secondly, the mass notification system which includes calling, texting, and emailing is implemented.  Click AlertPBC to opt in to receive notifications from Palm Beach County's Emergency Notification

The Mandarin Oriental 5-star hotels and resorts are internationally recognized for their luxuriousness and impeccable service.  The Residences at Mandarin Oriental in Boca Raton, FL is one of a select few locations worldwide that is also a residential property.  If you seek a signature address to call home, this property will certainly make the cut.  This ultra-luxurious property offers 92 residences including 5 penthouses.  Construction is already underway and contracts are currently being signed.  Units will range from 1453 sq ft to 8890 sq ft and pricing starts at approximately $2M.

A private elevator foyer, large floor plans, terraces with summer kitchens, and panoramic vistas of ocean, golf course or city make living at this address truly an

There is a new downtown luxury living option currently under construction in downtown Boca Raton - it's called ALINA Residences.  The 8.8 acre parcel where ALINA Residences is being built borders the Boca Raton Resort and Club championship golf course as well as downtown Boca Raton.  The Mizner Boulevard entrance greets residents and visitors with a striking lighted water feature and gardens.  Downtown Boca Raton has seen a major rejuvination and is attracting home buyers that prefer walkability to their high-end lifestyle choices like restaurants, galleries, boutiques, and spas.   ALINA's landscaped outdoor esplanades provide a beautiful backdrop for a pleasurable stroll right into the heart of Boca Raton.  ALINA's downtown location is

San Remo Golf and Tennis  Club is a very well established community in Boca Raton.  San Remo Golf and Tennis Club is a highly desirable property because of it's great location and highly rated schools.  The homes in San Remo are reasonably priced making this community an excellent choice for families.  San Remo Golf and Tennis Club is conveniently located in East Boca, close to I-95, and only 5 minutes from the beach, 7 minutes from Mizner Park, and 10 minutes from Atlantic Avenue in Delray Beach.   Location, location, location!  The property is an all ages community.  

All of the schools that service San Remo Golf and Tennis Club are rated above average by Great Schools.  Calusa Elementary School is rated 10, Boca Raton Community Middle