The Roads Report

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    The Roads Market Report

    The Roads
    Real Estate
    Market.

    June 2026 Edition  ·  Published Monthly  ·  The Roads, Miami FL 33129

    Editor’s Note

    “Buyers in The Roads are currently evaluating homes in the $1.2M to $1.4M range on three factors above all others: living area square footage, condition, and outdoor amenities — particularly pools. Renovated homes with pools are clearing $1.375M and above. Properties without these features are settling closer to $1.2M regardless of lot size.”

    — The Roads Report, June 3, 2026
    $1.19M Entry point, recent sales Sales Low
    $3.82M 701 SW 27th Rd · May 2026 Top Recent Sale
    22 days Avg. DOM, May 2026 sales Days on Market
    $1.3M–$2M Renovated, move-in ready Strongest Segment

    The widening gap between turnkey and needs-work

    Two recent analyses — a 30-day activity snapshot prepared May 26, 2026 and a detailed transaction review dated June 3, 2026 — paint a consistent picture of where The Roads market stands: buyer demand remains real, but buyers have become far more analytical and selective.

    The single most important trend emerging from both reports is the widening gap between fully renovated, move-in-ready homes and properties requiring substantial work. Renovated homes with impact windows, updated kitchens and baths, functional outdoor living, and strong curb appeal are moving. Properties without these features, particularly those without realistic pricing, are sitting noticeably longer.

    Recent closed sales demonstrate the range clearly. 701 SW 27th Rd closed at $3,820,000 after 43 days — reinforcing continued demand for oversized lots in premium positions near Brickell. At the same time, 1851 SW 2nd Ave closed at $1,500,000 after 21 days on a tree-lined block, demonstrating that renovated character homes in the $1.5M range also move well. The strongest-performing segment overall sits between $1.3M and $2M, where buyers are willing to pay for condition, outdoor living, and location — but they are doing so with discipline.

    At the luxury ceiling, developers testing the $5.6M–$5.8M range on newly constructed homes have found a more patient market. Two new construction properties on SW 29th Road spent over 300 cumulative days on market before cancelling and relisting — a clear signal that even premium product requires realistic pricing and the right buyer.

    30-Day Activity Snapshot

    Notable closed sales · May 26, 2026

    Selected transactions from the 30-day window prior to May 26, 2026. The Roads demonstrated buyer demand across multiple price tiers — from renovated character homes to premium large-lot positions near Brickell.

    Property Sale Price DOM Notes
    701 SW 27th Rd
    Oversized lot · Near Brickell
    $3,820,000
    43 days
    Premium land position; strong buyer demand for large-lot near Brickell
    2100 SW 6th Ave
    Compound-style · Large lot
    $2,800,000
    13 days
    Unique compound format; moved quickly — highlights strength of large-lot opportunities
    441 SW 27th Ave
    Under contract in 10 days
    $1,650,000
    10 days
    Among the fastest closings in this segment; well-positioned and priced
    1851 SW 2nd Ave
    Renovated · Tree-lined block
    $1,500,000
    21 days
    Renovated character home; demonstrated continued appeal of tree-lined Roads sections

    Detailed Analysis

    Under $1.4M segment · June 3, 2026

    A closer look at 7 recent closed transactions in The Roads under $1.4M, analyzed June 3, 2026. This segment reveals how condition and pool presence drive price per square foot more than lot size or living area alone.

    Property Sale Price Price/Sq Ft Lot Size Notes
    431 SW 20th Rd
    1,672 SF living area
    $1,420,000
    $849/SF
    6,750 SF
    Renovated + Heated Pool
    3020 SW 2nd Ave
    1,402 SF living area
    $1,400,000
    $998/SF
    6,175 SF
    Renovated + Heated Pool
    419 SW 30th Rd
    1,304 SF living area
    $1,375,000
    $1,054/SF
    7,000 SF
    Renovated + Pool
    608 SW 26th Rd
    1,708 SF living area
    $1,310,000
    $767/SF
    8,460 SF
    Larger Lot · No Pool
    100 SW 30th Rd
    1,839 SF living area
    $1,250,000
    $679/SF
    6,800 SF
    Corner Lot · No Pool
    2219 SW 9th Ave
    1,676 SF living area
    $1,250,000
    $746/SF
    6,000 SF
    Updated Systems · No Pool
    411 SW 22nd Rd
    1,814 SF living area
    $1,190,000
    $656/SF
    6,750 SF
    Renovation Potential

    Closed transactions within The Roads, analyzed June 3, 2026. Source: MLS records. Not all transactions are represented. Contact for a full comparative market analysis.

    What Drives Value

    Three factors · three price tiers

    In The Roads, two homes on the same block can achieve results that differ by $200,000 or more. The gap comes down almost entirely to renovation quality, pool presence, and livable square footage — in that order.

    Tier One
    $1,375,000
    – $1,420,000
    Fully renovated homes with heated pools. Buyers in this segment are paying for condition and outdoor lifestyle, not just square footage. Three recent sales cleared this range despite having living areas under 1,700 SF.
    Avg. $849–$1,054 per sq ft  ·  Renovated + Pool
    Tier Two
    $1,250,000
    – $1,310,000
    Updated homes with modern systems, no pool. Some of these properties have larger living areas than Tier One sales — but pool absence is measurable in the final number. Lot size helps, but doesn’t close the gap.
    Avg. $679–$767 per sq ft  ·  Updated · No Pool
    Tier Three
    From
    $1,190,000
    Larger homes with strong bones and significant renovation potential. The right improvement program could push a property from this tier into Tier One — but buyers are pricing in the work, and they’re right to.
    $656 per sq ft  ·  Renovation Potential

    Current Inventory

    Notable active listings · As of May 26, 2026

    Inventory in The Roads remains limited relative to buyer demand for quality homes. The following properties were among the notable active listings as reported in the May 26, 2026 activity snapshot. Status may have changed — contact for current availability.

    Active
    $5,800,000
    125 SW 29th Rd
    New construction · Resort-style pool · Contemporary architecture · Wine cellar · Summer kitchen · 4,000+ SF under air. After spending 300+ cumulative days on market in prior listings before cancelling and relisting — a reminder that luxury product in The Roads requires the right buyer at the right price.
    Active
    $5,600,000
    135 SW 29th Rd
    New construction · Resort-style pool · Contemporary architecture · Wine cellar · Summer kitchen · 4,000+ SF under air. Similar profile to 125 SW 29th Rd. Both properties reflect developers aggressively testing luxury pricing ceilings — and the market responding with patience.
    Active
    $4,900,000
    221 SW 25th Rd
    A notable upper-range position in The Roads. Luxury pricing in the $4M–$5M tier continues to attract buyer attention as demand for premium homes near Brickell and Coconut Grove persists.
    Temporarily Off-Market
    $2,250,000
    428 SW 28th Rd
    Temporarily off-market as of May 26, 2026. Sits at the upper end of the strongest-performing market segment ($1.3M–$2M) — where renovated, move-in-ready homes with outdoor living continue to draw the most qualified buyer activity.

    Active inventory as reported in The Roads 30-Day Activity Snapshot, May 26, 2026. Listing status, availability, and pricing may have changed. Contact for current market conditions.