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Where Coral Gables tranquility meets Miami’s urban energy
Seventeen Gables is a boutique mid-rise residential collection positioned at the intersection of Coral Gables and Miami’s urban core, offering a measured balance between walkable city living and residential calm.
Comprising 120 residences, the building is defined by efficient layouts, refined finishes, and a focus on everyday usability—an approach that reflects how the property is intended to be lived in, rather than simply presented.
Its distinction lies in location: a pedestrian-friendly, tree-lined neighborhood with immediate access to Miracle Mile, Giralda Plaza, and Miami’s primary business districts.
This is not a resort-driven tower.
It is a design-led urban residence, positioned for those who value proximity, consistency, and long-term livability within one of Miami’s most stable residential markets.
Scarcity Metric:
One of the few newly delivered mid-rise collections in Coral Gables offering modern layouts under 1,500 SF—a format increasingly limited within this submarket.
Life at Seventeen Gables is defined by simplicity and rhythm.
Mornings begin with light filtering through tree-lined streets, coffee taken on a private balcony before stepping into a walkable routine. Cafés, fitness studios, and professional commitments are all within reach—without reliance on distance or planning.
Interiors are designed for continuity: open kitchens, natural light, and adaptable layouts that support both private living and informal hosting.
The result is a living environment that feels efficient, composed, and quietly connected—where urban access does not compromise residential calm.
Positioning Insight:
A rare intersection of accessibility, location integrity, and usability—within a market where new supply remains controlled.
Seventeen Gables is positioned within a segment supported by consistent demand:
Buyer Profile:
Positioning:
A liquid, income-supported asset, with lower entry threshold and consistent demand drivers.
Seventeen Gables is developed by Ascendra Capital in partnership with BAM Property Development, combining capital oversight with execution-focused delivery.
The approach is grounded in fundamentals:
Residences are specified with proven components (Bosch appliances, quartz surfaces, smart systems), supporting ease of ownership and long-term usability.
Backed by secured construction financing and delivered at a controlled scale, the asset reflects a disciplined, market-aligned development strategy within Coral Gables.
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Full availability, pricing, rental projections, and unit comparisons are available upon request, including access to preferred layouts and early pricing phases.
Coral Gables is known as “The City Beautiful”, offering a rare mix of:
Residents choose this area for:
Proximity:
This is one of the most balanced locations in Miami—residential, yet highly connected.
Coral Gables is among Miami's most defensible residential submarkets, characterized by stable pricing, restrictive zoning, and consistent end-user demand. Unlike waterfront or pre-construction plays in high-density corridors, its value is anchored by institutional-grade fundamentals: proximity to the University of Miami, a mature medical district, and corporate office clusters. For global buyers seeking capital preservation over speculative appreciation, this positioning is structurally sound.
Mid-rise residential product in supply-constrained, pedestrian-scale neighborhoods historically demonstrates lower price volatility than high-density tower markets. Coral Gables imposes zoning restrictions that limit new high-rise construction, meaning the pipeline of comparable inventory remains controlled. Seventeen Gables, as a modern mid-rise in this environment, benefits from structural scarcity without the liquidity risk associated with large-unit trophy assets.
Ownership here is organized around proximity rather than spectacle. Miracle Mile, Giralda Plaza, the Metrorail, and Miami's primary business corridors are within walking distance, reducing the logistical friction that defines life in more dispersed parts of the metro. Interiors are designed for continuity — open layouts, natural light, and private balconies in select residences — supporting a rhythm that functions equally well for professional routines and private living.
The rental demand profile at this location is structurally supported by three consistent tenant categories: University of Miami affiliates, medical professionals from the adjacent health district, and corporate tenants anchored to Brickell and the Coral Gables office market. Unlike resort-driven assets dependent on short-term tourism cycles, this property's income thesis rests on institutional-quality, long-duration occupancy — a more predictable yield profile for investors with a long-term horizon.
Coral Gables offers a materially different urban proposition than Brickell or Edgewater. Where those corridors compete on density and velocity, Coral Gables competes on stability — lower-rise scale, tree-lined streetscape, and a residential zoning framework that limits overdevelopment. For buyers who prioritize livability and long-term resale liquidity over short-term market momentum, this submarket has demonstrated a more consistent price floor through multiple Miami cycles.
Seventeen Gables is not suited to buyers seeking a trophy asset, oceanfront positioning, or a branded residences program with hotel-style services. Its value case does not rest on exclusivity or brand association. It is designed for buyers — end-users and investors alike — who prioritize walkable urban access, operational simplicity, and a defensible entry point within a stable Miami submarket. The absence of speculative framing is deliberate, not a limitation.
Seventeen Gables is developed by Ascendra Capital in partnership with BAM Property Development, with construction financing described as secured at the time of launch. The project is positioned as a controlled-scale delivery — 120 residences across eight floors — which reduces execution complexity relative to larger mixed-use towers. Residences are specified with durable, proven components including Bosch appliances, quartz surfaces, and smart home integration. Independent verification of completion timeline and financing structure is recommended prior to commitment.
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