Listing courtesy of Compass Florida, LLC · BeachesMLS
$3,500,000537 NE 96th Street, Miami Shores, FL 33138
Listing courtesy of Compass Florida, LLC · 305-851-2820 · BeachesMLS
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- Price
- $3,500,000 · $1,269/sqft
- Property taxes
- $17,720/yr (2025 bill). A new owner's bill is reset from the sale price and is usually higher; Zach can pull the county estimate.
- HOA / condo fee
- Not listed - ask Zach
- What the fee covers
- Not listed - ask Zach
- Special assessments
- Not listed - ask Zach
- Mandatory club / membership
- Not required per the MLS
- Insurance (estimate)
- About $6,136/yr (homeowners policy, county average). Get a real quote before you offer.Florida OIR county average with wind, data as of Mar 31 2026
- Flood zone
- Zone X: minimal flood hazard (per FEMA map). Flood insurance optional; often worth pricing.FEMA flood map, checked Nov 1, 2026
- Monthly payment (estimate)
- $25,135/mo: $19,082 loan + $5,542 tax + $511 insurance. 20% down, 7.24% rate (Freddie Mac, week of October 29, 2026), 30 years. Change the numberszach.homes calculator (not a loan offer)
- Year built
- 1938 · 1 story
- Days on market
- About 23 days
- Price history (this listing)
- Originally listed at $3,750,000; last price change Oct 30, 2026; listed Oct 10, 2026. Down $250,000.
Details
- TypeHouse
- Beds4 bd
- Baths4.5
- Size2,757 sqft
- Year built1938
- PoolPrivate
- ViewGarden, Pool
- NeighborhoodMIAMI SHORES SEC 4 AMD PL
- ZIP33138
- MLS #A12103048
- To the beachAbout 4.2 mi (straight line to the nearest ocean beach, OpenStreetMap; not a drive time)
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From the listing
A one-of-a-kind architectural landmark, masterfully reimagined for modern living. The Gustav Weber Jr. House seamlessly blends timeless design with contemporary luxury, following a comprehensive two-year transformation by Shoreland Group, completed in 2023.Set on a lush double lot, this private tropical retreat features a 15’ x 30’ heated saltwater pool, specimen trees, bamboo garden, secluded lawn and expansive covered outdoor living area. Soaring 9’–14’ ceilings, oversized impact windows and skylights flood the interiors with natural light. The single-story main residence offers three bedrooms, complemented by a detached guest cottage with a fourth bedroom, full bath, kitchenette and separate laundry.The extensive renovation included reconstruction of the kitchen wing, a reconfigured floor plan, and new roof, electrical, plumbing, three-zone HVAC, impact windows and doors, skylights and insulation. Original oak floors complement new hardwood, Ann Sacks terrazzo marble, Clé cement tile, custom millwork and designer finishes.The chef’s kitchen features a six-burner BlueStar range and built-in microwave/speed oven. Rare city-supplied natural gas serves cooking, hot water and pool heating. Additional features include a dedicated laundry room, gated parking, underground utilities and curated gardens. A distinctive turnkey residence offering exceptional craftsmanship, modern infrastructure and resort-style living.
Monthly payment calculator
Rate: 7.24% 30-year fixed average (Freddie Mac, week of October 29, 2026). Your own rate may differ; you can change it here.
Estimate, not a loan offer. Tax default: the higher of the seller's bill and about 1.9% of price (Florida resets a new owner's assessment). Insurance default: Florida OIR county average with wind, data as of Mar 31 2026. Rate is an assumption; your lender sets the real one. Zach doesn't take lender or title referral fees.
Florida risk facts
- Flood zone
- Zone X: minimal flood hazard (per FEMA map). Outside FEMA's mapped high-risk area. Many flood claims still come from outside high-risk zones, so a quote is worth getting. Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, checked Nov 1, 2026. This is a map lookup, not an official flood zone determination.
- Wind and building code
- Built in 1938, before the statewide Florida Building Code took effect in 2002. Ask for the wind mitigation report; it can lower insurance. My Safe Florida Home offers free inspections and grants when funded.
- Disclosure
- Florida sellers must give you a flood disclosure about known flood damage, insurance claims and federal assistance (§689.302).
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