A dynamic, diverse city on South Florida's Atlantic coast
The “City of Excellence” is a fitting name for Aventura. Whether the goal is to live it up or settle down, this planned suburban city of 38,000 on the Intracoastal Waterway north of Miami is a coastal playground, a premier shopping and dining destination and the kind of place where families feel right at home. “The nightlife, location and shopping here are all strong selling points, but homebuyers are looking at way more than that,” says Jennifer Brough, a Realtor with Jennifer Homes Realty. "The city also has a top-rated school district and top-notch healthcare.” Aventura is also home to several synagogues and a Chabad, which make it convenient for the practicing Jews that make up a large portion of the population.
The city of Aventura signs welcomes you with flowers.
Aventura is primarily made up of condo apartments surrounded by water and a golf course.
Although few, Aventura offers large single family homes amongst the skyscraper landscape.
Aventura is a scenic neighborhood with all kinds of life waiting to be explored.
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Aventura Mall, HCA Florida Aventura Hospital anchor the economy
The anchor of the city’s retail-based economy is the 2.8 million-square-foot Aventura Mall, a shopping mecca that features more than 300 stores and more than 50 restaurants. “It’s one of the premier malls in the country and one of the highest-grossing per square foot,” says Bruce Germinsky, broker/owner of BG Realty Services and a former resident. “There’s a tremendous mix of retail, both luxury and regular brands.” Highlights include a two-story Apple Store, five department stores and a 24-screen movie theater. The mall's dining options are far from the typical mall fare. Instead of a food court, there is an array of high-end restaurants and bakeries. The tastes of Italy, France, Japan and the Mediterranean are all represented. Guest fees for the nearby JW Marriott Miami Turnberry Resort & Spa include transport to and from the mall. HCA Florida Aventura Hospital, a full-service medical center with almost 500 beds, is another economic driver.
One of the biggest attractions in Aventura has to be their mega Apple Store.
Residents of Aventura can be seen shopping throughout the mall.
The Aventura Mall is the largest mall in South Florida at the moment.
The Rosetta Bakery inside Aventura Mall is a great place for a quick lunch.
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Public art and nightlife give off a "Miami vibe"
The mall’s setting is complemented by multiple public art installations, most notably the 93-foot Slide Tower. The Avant Gallery showcases contemporary work by emerging and established artists. The SKYE Rooftop Bar atop the Serena Hotel, Soff’s Lounge at Turnberry, and Pulse are highly-rated entertainment options. The Aventura Arts & Cultural Center hosts concerts, comedy shows and plays in an intimate setting on the waterfront. “You’re in north Miami, so you get the Miami vibe without being in Miami,” Germinsky says.
Residents of Aventura have all sorta of local points of interest.
Aventura Mall features art from various artists and is variated every so often.
Aventura Mall also features a floor fountain with interactive art for the public.
The Aventura Mall offers valet parking.
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Housing options feature waterfront condos and single-family homes
The median sales price in Aventura is $625,000. High-rise luxury condos stand out here, while several gated communities feature contemporary homes in a neighborhood setting. Spanish Revival, with terra cotta roofs and decorative facades, is a common style in town. Small inland condos and townhomes built during the city’s initial development in the 1970s also can be found.
Boats dot private docks along the city’s waterfront. The city prioritizes environmental sustainability through initiatives like Go Green and the Green Building Program. “It’s an extremely, extremely well-run city,” Germinsky says. “It’s clean and the taxes are reasonable, even for Florida. It’s just a great place to live.”
The city faces the risk of severe weather inherent in living on the coast. Aventura participates in the National Flood Insurance Program, which offers discounted flood insurance to residents in high-risk areas. Residents are advised to buy insurance before hurricane season, as there is a 30-day waiting period.
Aventura has a gorgeous view at every corner.
Aventura condos can be seen all along the golf course.
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Beautiful waterfront mansions in The Waterway’s neighborhood have luxurious vessels docked.
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Aventura Waterways K-8, Don Soffer Aventura High are top-rated public schools
Students are served by Miami-Dade County Public Schools, a district that earned an A-minus from Niche. Students can attend kindergarten through 12th grade without leaving the city. Aventura Waterways K-8 Center is rated A-minus by Niche. Don Soffer Aventura High is an A-rated charter school that offers the Cambridge International course of study. Germinsky points out that many residents send their children to private Jewish day schools.
The Aventura City of Excellence School is one of the highest rated in Aventura.
Don Soffer Aventura High School provides college preparation for student development.
Aventura Waterways K-8 Center provides education in the neighborhood of
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Aventura Waterways K-8 Center is proud to produce future graduates.
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Easy access to golfing, boating and beaches
Turnberry offers several tiered memberships. The resort is built around two 18-hole golf courses and includes other amenities such as tennis courts and spa facilities. And it’s impossible to miss the 60-foot tower and seven slides at the resort’s Tidal Cove Waterpark, which also features poolside cabanas. The city has several neighborhood-style parks and a community center. Just outside the city, Highland Oaks Park, Greynolds Park and Oleta River State Park offer larger recreational spaces amid the natural landscape. Boaters can make a short trip down the Intracoastal for access to the ocean. Residents are also within minutes of public beaches that stretch for miles along the oceanfront.
At The Waterways you can see all kinds of boats parked all around the neighborhood.
The Waterways shops and marina at sunset is a beautiful experience residents love.
Aventura features a few public boat docks.
Aventuras Turnberry Golf and Country Club offers a large swimming pool amenity.
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Aventura Express Shuttle Bus, Brightline commuter train among transportation options
The Aventura Express Shuttle Bus is a free service that connects to the Miami-Dade and Broward Transit services. The BCycle Bike Share program is an environmentally friendly way to get around the city. The Brightline high-speed commuter rail and Interstate 95 provide convenient commutes. Residents also have easy access to two international airports. “Off-hours, you’re 18 to 20 minutes from the Fort Lauderdale airport and maybe a half-hour from the Miami airport,” Germinsky says.
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Aventura is a bike friendly neighborhood offering rentals for all to use.
Christopher is an experienced Real Estate & Lending Advisor holding a Florida Real Estate Broker's License and a Florida Mortgage Loan Officer's License. Chris specializes in the real estate & lifestyle of the Miami Metropolitan area. With nearly three decades of professional experience, Christopher serves the Southeast Florida real estate markets and he is a member of the Miami Association of Realtors and the Realtor Association of Broward, Palm Beach & Port Saint Lucie. Originally from New York, he has lived in Southeast Florida for over 20 years.
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