Star Island
Star Island is the most exclusive neighbourhood in Miami Beach and is located east of Palm Island and Hibiscus Island and south of the Venetian Islands. This island offers the ultimate luxurious living in a privacy and seclusion that is desired by many; however the island is still within close proximity to many of the famous attractions that South Florida is known for. As one of the most luxurious, sough-after communities in South Florida, Star Island continues to attract the wealthy and powerful for a life of privacy that many crave.
The Communities
The community has a single guard post at the entrance and is the most private neighbourhood in South Florida. Visitors have to be called in by a resident in order to enter the community; it doesn’t get much better than that if you are looking for that type of private and luxurious living. Some of the most renowned celebrities own or have previously owned a home on Star Island: Shaquille O’Neal, Sean “P-Diddy” Combs, Rosie O’Donnell, Gloria Estefan and Don Johnson.
The island is man-made and has some of the most astounding, breath-taking properties in South Florida accompanied by waterfront views and oversized lots. The island is only a few minutes away from the lively and energetic South Florida and residents can enjoy the privacy of their homes without disturbance. However if they so choose they have access to many attractions in the nearby communities such as Key Biscayne and Bal Harbour.
The Beaches
Star Island does not have any public beaches and those who own homes on the island have full, private access to the waterfront/beach on their property. However for those who do want the public beach experience the island is in close proximity to many of the most beautiful beaches in South Florida.
The Prices
Statistics on city-data.com show that median rent paid by renters on Star Island for 2011 was $374.00. Real estate on the island is some of the most valuable in South Florida. Average rental prices in Star Island is $125, 000 per month while average sale price is $16,803,830.
There were six homes sold on Star Island in 2011; the cheapest sale was a piece of land for about $6 million, and the most expensive was a 9-bedroom, 11-bath home for $25.5 million. The most luxurious and extravagant homes can be found on Star Island with over 9 bedrooms and up to $40 million in value.
Local Restaurants
Residents of Island would naturally have luxurious kitchens to match the extravagant luxurious homes, possibly with their own personal chefs. However the dining experience in neighbouring Miami Beach is not to be missed.
No doubt there are persons who prefer a delivery service and there are also restaurants that provide a food delivery service to Star Island some of which include: Chinois Chinois, Baklava Factory, Mamma Caruso’s Pizzeria, Sushi 2 Mee and NoVe Kitchen and Bar.
School Zones
Pupils from Star Island are served by Miami Beach High School, Nautilus Middle School and South Pointe Elementary School.
Source : http://www.viewfloridahouses.com/blog/article/CPVLZZZTXKTKJ9RM/star-island/
