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Summermaxxing: Wealth boom brings heat to South Florida with pricey off-season sales
Summary by The Miami Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Katherine Kallergis , The Real Deal
· July 22, 2026
· 1 min read
Last week, top broker Joel Lusky brokered two deal deals in North Miami on the same day totaling $36.5 million in combined dollar volume. Both home sales set records for their respective neighborhoods. The sales, in the dead of summer, speak to the steady stream of luxury and ultra-luxury deals clos
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Key takeaway The sales, in the dead of summer, speak to the steady stream of luxury and ultra-luxury deals closing across South Florida during the slow season.
Why this matters in The Miami
The recent luxury home sales in North Miami, totaling $36.5 million, demonstrate the continued appeal of South Florida's high-end real estate market, even during the typically slow summer season. This trend is particularly notable in neighborhoods like San Souci Estates, where the $24 million sale of a waterfront house sets a new record. As the area's luxury market continues to thrive, it's likely to have a ripple effect on the local economy, with potential impacts on everything from property taxes to local business development. In a region like Miami, where sea-level rise and flooding are growing concerns, the demand for luxury waterfront properties may seem at odds with the environmental risks, but for now, it appears that the allure of South Florida's luxury lifestyle is outweighing these concerns. The area's gated communities, like San Souci Estates, may be seen as particularly desirable due to their perceived security and exclusivity.
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Category: arts ·
Published: July 22, 2026 ·
Source: The Real Deal ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Last week, top broker Joel Lusky brokered two deal deals in North Miami on the same day totaling $36.5 million in combined dollar volume. Both home sales set records for their respective neighborhoods. The sales, in the dead of summer, speak to the steady stream of luxury and ultra-luxury deals clos
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