Buying a Teardown in Miami? 10 Things You MUST Know Before You Build

Buying a Teardown in Miami? 10 Things You MUST Know Before You Build

Thinking about buying an older home, knocking it down, and building your dream house in Miami? That can be a great move — but only if you understand the rules, the true costs, and the timelines.

In this video, I break down the 10 things you have to get right when you’re buying a teardown or “land value” property in neighborhoods like Coconut Grove, Coral Gables, High Pines, South Miami, and Pinecrest.

We’ll cover:
📐 Lot size & shape (why 10,000+ sq ft matters in Grove / Gables)
📍 Location factors: school zones, quiet streets, walkability
💸 Does the market support what you want to build?
⏳ Real timeline: permits, construction, finishes (2–3 yrs is normal)
💰 Budget reality: $400–$600+/sq ft for high-end custom
& MORE!

📺 Video Chapters:
0:00 – Intro: Why we’re talking teardowns
0:26 – Point #1: Lot size & lot shape (8K vs 10K vs 1 acre)
1:49 – Point #2: Location, schools, quiet streets, walkability
2:51 – Point #3: Zoning & setbacks (Grove 80% vs Gables ~45%)
3:52 – Point #4: Historic properties & why you might NOT be allowed to demo
4:17 – Point #5: Septic tanks, drain fields & how they limit pool / yard layout
5:31 – Point #6: Protected trees and expensive removals
6:56 – Point #7: Will the market support what you plan to build?
7:54 – Point #8: Timeline reality (permits, build, finishes)
9:16 – Point #9: Picking the right architect / contractor in Miami
11:29 – Point #10: Know your numbers (cost per sq ft, total spend, resale)
12:10 – Final thoughts & next steps

🔗 Connect with Me
📧 Email: vazquez@siddonsgroup.com

📱 Call/Text: +786 897-9970
📍 Instagram: instagram.com/david_vazquez1

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