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    Top 5 Things You May Not Know About La Gorce Island

    Wade into the hidden details and best-kept secrets behind the gates of La Gorce Island, where spectacular bayfront views,...

    • Amit Bhuta
    • March 6th, 2025
    • 6 min read
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     Wade into the hidden details and best-kept secrets behind the gates of La Gorce Island, where spectacular bayfront views, architectural marvels, and unmatched privacy create a coveted sanctuary in the northern heart of Miami Beach   

    Join us as we dive deep into the folds of mystique and charm that reveal the different facets of La Gorce Island, a prestigious coastal slice of tropical elegance and exclusivity in Mid Beach. 

    Crafted in the 1920s as part of Carl Fisher's visionary dream, this coveted address features 59 custom estate homes, each a testament to architectural excellence — ranging from timeless Mediterranean retreats to sleek modern masterpieces — cradled by the sparkling embrace of Biscayne Bay and a sun-kissed lifestyle enhanced by tranquility and unmatched privacy. 

     But if you think luxury and seclusion are the only features that define this lavish haven, well, that's just half the story. 

    Look a little closer, and you'll discover La Gorce Island's quiet allure — a showcase of panoramic waterfront views, manicured landscapes, and opulent homes paired with a rich history and interesting details none like any other.

    Curious about what makes this exclusive paradise stand out?  

     Let's unveil the hidden elements and timeless charm that make La Gorce Island the crown jewel of Miami Beach living. 

     Here are five things you may not know about La Gorce Island. 

      From Underwater to Unbelievable           

    Contrary to what most believe, La Gorce Island wasn't always glammed up with manicured lawns and luxury homes.

    In its early days, parts of La Gorce Island were underwater, with developers spearheaded by Carl Fisher and his crew battling tidal challenges and thick mangroves.

    They dredged, built land (literally!), and reclaimed pieces of Biscayne Bay to create a lush gated escape, where Miami elites could claim a private slice of Miami Beach to call their own. 

    Fast-forward to today, those struggles are buried beneath sprawling estates, infinity pools, and gardens so perfect you'd think Mother Nature had help. 

    So, the next time you sip a poolside drink here, remember — you're relaxing on what used to be open water. 

    Let's all say "Cheers!" to luxury built on grit (and a gargantuan amount of sand).

     The Great Gatsby, Miami Beach Edition     

    If you go back into La Gorce Island's rich history, you might mistake it for a version of The Great Gatsby, you know, minus the tragic ending.

    You see, in the 1920s, Carl Fisher, Miami Beach's visionary and resident dreamer, turned the island into a playground for America's elite. 

    Think champagne fountains, yachts anchored out back, and parties so extravagant they could've given Jay Gatsby a run for his money. 

    Wealthy socialites, Hollywood stars, and bootlegged bubbles helped put La Gorce on the map as the place for old-school glam, and today, it's just as exclusive sans the flapper dresses and jazz bands. 

    Some things may change, but luxury in La Gorce Island? It's forever.

     Where Stars Dock Their Yachts     

    If walls could talk, the homes on La Gorce Island would have the ultimate A-list tea, thanks to some of the biggest names in Hollywood that once called this prestigious enclave home!

    We're talking big names like Jennifer Lopez, Matt Damon, Cher, Ricky Martin, Billy Joel, and probably a secret A-lister or two hiding behind those gates that we'll never know about.

    With La Gorce Island's gated privacy, sprawling estates, and those Biscayne Bay views, it's undoubtedly a given why they'd choose this address. 

    So, when you walk those canopied streets, imagine J.Lo sipping her morning coffee on a terrace or Matt Damon perfecting his backstroke in a waterfront pool— 'cause they've done it once or twice.., or maybe a little more.

    Yes, folks, on La Gorce Island, the neighbors aren't just people—they're icons. 

    Who wouldn't want to share a zip code with that lineup?

     The $62.5 Million Club 

    To say that La Gorce is exclusive is an understatement.

    We believe the more proper term for this paradise is record-breaking.

    Want proof? Well, we'll give you one!

    In June 2024, a jaw-dropping La Gorce Island mansion sold for a whopping $62.5 million, setting a record for the island. 

    Picture nearly 13,000 square feet of pure architectural magic, complete with private docks, marble everything, and views so stunning they belong on postcards. 

    The sale is a bold statement to the world that La Gorce Island isn't just a neighborhood but a lavish retreat reserved for those with millions to spare.

      An Address Peacocks Can't Resist         

    You know a place is special when even the peacocks want to move in — and in Miami Beach, that "place" is La Gorce Island! 

    Thanks to its lush landscaping and dedication to preservation, humans aren't the only ones soaking up the good life on La Gorce Island.

    Sometimes, you'll catch peacocks, migratory birds, and other surprise visitors strutting around like they own the place. 

    Here's a scene for you: you're sipping your morning coffee, the sun's coming up over Biscayne Bay, and a peacock casually strolls across your lawn like it's late for a meeting. 

    Nature and luxury are living their best lives together, and they found a home on La Gorce Island! 

    Who needs an alarm clock when you've got feathered neighbors to kick off your day?

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