Coconut Grove, located just five miles south of downtown Miami, is one of those trendy chic South Florida areas to see and to be seen. Located on Biscayne Bay, this upscale community offers culture, the arts, unique shopping and fine dining.
History buffs will want to be sure to visit the Vizcaya Museum and Gardens, an Italian Renaissance-style villa featuring 19th-century antique furnishings and decorative arts, as well as the Barnacle State Historic Site, which contains the oldest home in Dade County in its original location.
Aspiring scientists and other curious folk will be sure to enjoy the Miami Museum of Science & Space Transit Planetarium. This museum highlights numerous scientific exhibitions and educational programs throughout the year while the planetarium features star shows and multimedia extravaganzas sure to dazzle all who witness them. Theater aficionados will be delighted by the historically renowned Coconut Grove Playhouse, showcasing Off-Broadway dramas, comedies and musicals. And shopaholics can find all they are looking for and more in the Coconut Grove Shopping District while being entertained by street performers.
Residents can bask in the Florida sunshine while hanging out the local waterfront park. Outdoor festivals are also held throughout the year, such as the Taste of the Grove, South Florida's largest culinary and music extravaganza, or the Coconut Grove Arts Festival which showcases the works of renowned artists from around the world. Both of these events, as well as many others, are held annually.
Coconut Grove is a tropical paradise with a bohemian ambiance. Coconut Grove is filled with eclectic boutiques, sidewalk cafes, energetic nightlife, and historic homes and is one of Miami's oldest neighborhoods. "The Grove" as locals call it hosts a variety of shows and festivals and colorful local events including the Miami/Bahamas Goombay Festival, Grove SLAM--one of the largest fishing tournaments in Florida, Coconut Grove Antique and Jewelry Show and The King Mango strut Parade, a fun and light hearted parade filled with satirical interpretations of local public figures.
Weather you are looking for upscale, spacious condominiums, elegant mansions or historic bungalows, Coconut Grove has something for everyone. The neighborhoods are noted for their lush tropical foliage and mature shady trees. The southern border of Coconut Grove is Biscayne Bay, which lends itself to a boating community. The area features a sailing club-Coconut Grove Sailing Club, a yacht club- the Coral Reef Yacht Club and a marina-Dinner Key Marina.
In April 2008, the average home sales price for a single family home or condo in Coconut Grove, FL was $637,100. While this data is collected from the MLS and deemed reliable, it is not guaranteed.
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