Coconut Grove Condos for Rent

Moving into one of the many Coconut Grove condos for rent means moving into a thriving artist and bohemian community in the southern part of Miami.  Coconut grove has a rich past and bright future with lots of things to do and to see for those who choose to move into one of the Coconut Grove condos for rent.  Coconut Grove features fine local and national foods as well as a great nightlife, especially for younger people.  Coconut Grove is known as a hang-out for University of Miami students and these students impart a unique vibrance to the town.

Coconut Grove used to be its own town, but now it is technically a part of the city of Miami, in Miami-Dade County.  Coconut Grove is located due south of Little Havana and moving into one of the many Coconut Grove condos for rent puts you into close proximity to all that Little Havana has to offer as well.  The village of Coconut Grove is directly adjacent to the beach.  From the beaches of Coconut Grove, you can wade into the blue waters of Biscayne Bay.  Living in one of the Coconut Grove Condos for rent also means being able to take advantage of great weather all year long.  Because Coconut grove is adjacent to the ocean, there is a pleasant ocean breeze that almost completely mitigates the sometimes stifling summer humidity of South Florida. 

Living in one of the Coconut Grove Condos for rent, you don't have to rely solely on the cultural offerings of the city of Miami, although those are certainly plentiful.  Coconut Grove has its own set of cultural activities that attract people from all over the area. The Coconut Grove Annual Arts Festival, which takes place every February, is world renowned.  The Coconut Grove Playhouse has been putting on plays and musicals for the past 50 years and is known nationally as the "Broadway by the Bay." The village of Coconut Grove is home to two famous botanical gardens.  The 8-acre Kampong in Coconut Grove is part of the National Tropical Botanical Gardens.  Coconut Grove is also home to the Vizcaya Museum and Gardens, a remarkable retreat owned by Miami Dade County and a National Historic Landmark.  If you move into one of the Coconut Grove Condos for rent, you can also take advantage of Miami's cultural offerings.  In addition to the many art, history and science museums in the area, there are also orchestras and theaters in the area.  Because of the wonderful weather, Miami is home to world-class festivals all year long.  For example, in January, you can attend the Redland Natural Arts Festival, while February features the South Beach Food and Wine Festival.  March is the time to celebrate the Cuban culture in Miami at the Calle Ocho festival in Little Havana.  For every month of the year, there is an exciting film, art, music, or cultural festival. 

Coconut Grove is known for its artist boutique style shopping as well as great dining.  Some of the local favorite dining establishments include Greenstreets, Tuscany, Mr. Moe's and national eateries such as a Cheesecake Factory and Johnny Rockets.  As for shopping, if you choose to move into a Coconut Grove condo for rent, you will have easy access to two open air shopping centers: CocoWalk and Streets of Mayfair.  The streets are also lines with little boutiques and arts and crafts shops.  Whether you actually need and item or just have some money burning a hole in your pocket, Coconut Grove has lots to offer you.   

As of that wasn't enough, Coconut Grove also offers its residents lots of opportunities for outdoor activities.  For example, if you move to one of the Coconut Grove condos for rent, you have easy access to the beach, world class golf courses, tennis clubs and a couple of wonderful parks.  Matheson Hammock park beach features a playground, tennis courts, a beach, fishing, and a place for boating.  People who move to a Coconut Grove condo for rent also have sporting opportunities at their fingertips to the south in the Everglades National Park and across Biscayne Bay at Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park, which offers visitors a variety of activities including hiking, trail-biking, inline skating, horseback riding, sea kayaking, and a myriad of other activities.   

If you are looking to watch people play sports instead of doing them for yourself, you should really consider moving into one of the many Coconut Grove condos for rent.  Living in Coconut Grove provides you with easy access to NFL football (the Miami Dolphins), NHL hockey (the Florida Panthers), MLB baseball (the Florida Marlins) and NBA basketball (the Miami Heat).  If college sports are more your speed, Coconut Grove is close to the University of Miami, home to the Hurricanes.  The Hurricanes have one of the most successful college football programs in US history, turning out national titles and future NFL players year after year.  Their basketball, volleyball and other sports are usually pretty good too. 

Coconut Grove, as you can see, is a great place to live.  This means that the prices for a Coconut Grove condo for rent is accordingly high.  You can expect to pay around $1000 per month for a one bedroom Coconut Grove condo for rent.  If you are looking for a Coconut Grove condo for rent for a vacation, you can expect to pay in excess of $1000 per week for a condo in a prime location. However, if you think about it, that is a great deal to live in such a wonderful area.  The area is safe, especially considering its proximity to a large city and there are lots of things to do within walking distance o your front door.  Furthermore, you can enjoy all that Miami's other districts have to offer in just a short car or train ride from your front door.    Sun, sports, shopping, food, culture and just plain fun are all right at your fingertips when you choose one of the Coconut Grove condos for rent. 

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