Coral Gables, known as the “City Beautiful”, is one of the most livable communities in the United States and was founded in 1925 by developer George Merrick. Coral Gables features lush foliage, suspended trees, a golf course, a waterway, civic plazas, arches and a fountain has become one of Florida’s earliest and most successful planned communities providing residents and visitors with impeccable municipal services. This quiet and safe residential area has a thriving business sector, fine residential areas, historic landmarks, a vibrant downtown area and a high quality of life. Coral Gables has become the Corporate Capital of the Americas consisting of over 150 multinational corporations making Coral Gables the Latin American headquarters. This area is near the Miami International Airport and is also recognized as the fine dining capital of South Florida featuring four-star restaurants and the highest concentration of live theater in all of Miami-Dade County. Coral Gables has a population of over 45,000 residents and is also known for strict building and zoning codes, which have helped establish the cities Mediterranean-style theme in the majority of the homes, apartment complexes, offices and new shopping centers.
Coral Gables, a culturally rich and diverse community, features many historic homes built back in the 1920s and ‘30s, including a unique themed-villages, designed by Merrick reflecting Chinese, Italian, Dutch South African, French and Colonial American architecture while other homes can date back to the 1960s and ‘70s. The area predominately consists of single-family homes with nearly 80% owner occupancy. Among the most magnificent in the county include recent bay front developments such as Cocoplum, Gables by the Sea, Gables Estates and Deering Bay attracting high-end buyers. The Biltmore Hotel, built in 1926, is a national landmark that has housed presidents, foreign diplomats, and visitors from all across the globe. The University of Miami is another of Coral Gables’ assets and the new Village of Merrick Park has become a major shopping center right off of US-1 with well-known stores including Neiman Marcus and Nordstrom. This has brought a new wealth and excitement for the residents of Coral Gables to enjoy. Miracle Mile is another attraction including galleries, bookstores, home and entertainment shops, wedding boutiques and new restaurants, as well as the Actor’s Playhouse, a thriving local theater.
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