Deepened with charming cottages, sophisticated estates, new modern townhouses and residential condominiums, High Pines is the most sought-after community by professionals, business executives, and families alike. Centrally positioned in-between South Miami and Ponce Davis, those looking to sow down new roots in South Florida can find an abundance of bustling neighborhoods nearby, along with Miami International Airport, Port of Miami and Miami VirginCentral. Offering an array of options with price points spanning from $400,000 to over $2,000,000, there is something for everyone. Between bright, white and airy new construction mansions with vertical lines and glass facades to dreamy Mediterranean Revival-style abodes redolent with architectural details from Coral Gables past, High Pines is joined by an eclectic profusion of real estate that’s filled with the rich traditions of the Miami lifestyle. But most luxurious about this family friendly community is its quiet streets covered by a canopy of lush foliage native to South Florida. Idyllic for bike rides, roller blading and evening long runs, High Pines brings the vision of subtropical living to life with its passionately landscaped streets.
A Discreet Community
Though only spanning a few blocks in size, High Pines is packed with a flight of real estate opportunities, including smaller apartment rentals. Wearing many different hats, property owners can peruse a variety of bold architecturally savvy homes designed by world renowned architects such as Scott Tao or modern contemporary mansions carpeted with open living spaces, fully equipped gourmet kitchens and expansive outdoor rooms fit with sparkling swimming pools, spa Jacuzzis and summer kitchens.
A discreet community, residents can feel secure with their privacy protected. A quintessential neighborhood for young children, there are an abundance of award-winning public and private schools nearby. Controlled choice schools located inside the High Pines district include Sunset Elementary, Coral Gables Preparatory, Ponce De Leon Middle School, Coral Gables Senior High School and George Washington Carver Elementary. Nationally ranked Private schools situated in close driving range include St. Thomas Episcopal Parish School, Riviera Day School, Our Lady of Lourdes Academy, Ransom Everglades School and Gulliver Preparatory School. Empowering children to meet their potential, residents will find a vast amount of advanced placement courses available in addition to rigorous college preparatory programs. University of Miami, prodigious for their School of Law, School of Medicine and Business School, is in the epicenter of Coral Gables and is one of the premiere research institutions in the United States. Once settled, those who like to explore can leave the comforts of home and leisurely walk to The Shops at Sunset Place. An untraditional open-air mall, residents can discover a kaleidoscope of luxury retailers, five-star restaurants and attractions such as the Restoration Hardware Outlet or AMC Theaters. Locally curated boutiques and casual cafes can also be found along Sunset Drive and Red Road. And for diners who possess a stronger taste palette, Café Pastis, Whisk Gourmet, Root & Bone and Shulas 347 Grill (named in honor of Hall of Fame Coach Don Shula) are the picturesque choices for a night out.