In the fiercely competitive landscape of the ultra-luxury real estate market along Florida’s East Coast, continued migration of wealth is reshaping the region’s most coveted coastal communities and the stakes have never been higher. At the center of it all are the global real estate advisors at ONE Sotheby’s International Realty, who dominated with landmark deals that set new benchmarks in nearly every ZIP code from Key Biscayne to Amelia Island.
“These accomplishments represent the remarkable passion and drive that our advisors pour into every transaction, consistently setting a new standard for what success looks like in luxury real estate,” said Daniel de la Vega, President of ONE Sotheby’s International Realty. “Their professionalism, market knowledge, and relentless pursuit of excellence are unmatched.”
Backed by the global power of the Sotheby’s International Realty brand and the team’s deep local roots, the firm’s advisors distinguish themselves by expertly understanding the nuances of the market, anticipating what buyers and sellers are seeking while seamlessly navigating even the most complex transactions. Their access to off-market properties, ability to structure intricate deals, and concierge-level service ensures every deal is seamless and successful. From waterfront estates to rare penthouses, their mastery of the ultra-luxury sector is reflected in a year defined by standout sales across nearly every major submarket.
“I am incredibly proud of our advisors and what they continue to achieve across Florida’s East Coast,” said Mayi de la Vega, Founder and CEO of ONE Sotheby’s International Realty. “Their ability to connect extraordinary homes with a global network of luxury buyers is what truly sets them apart and reinforces our position as the leading voice of luxury real estate in Florida and beyond.”
Among the most significant transactions in South Florida history, Viviane Wolak achieved a new benchmark in the exclusive Bay Point community with an industry-defining $85.2 million off-market sale on Sabal Palm Road.
“In luxury real estate, it’s about understanding the client’s lifestyle, not just the property,” said Wolak. “We curated the entire experience, ensuring confidentiality and access to exactly what the buyer was seeking.”
In Coral Gables, Eddy Martinez and Roland Ortiz represented both sides of a $50 million headline-making sale at 41 Arvida Parkway that was an all time record for Coral Gables, further solidifying ONE Sotheby’s International Realty’s leadership in the area’s elite waterfront corridor.
“Deals of this caliber require foresight and trust,” said Martinez. “We work tirelessly behind the scenes, leveraging our network and strategic marketing to showcase our properties on a global scale and create seamless transactions for everyone involved.”
Dennis Carvajal brokered a $40 million sale at 555 Reinante Avenue, setting a new record for Old Cutler Bay, and in Palm Beach County, Melanie Barre and Sheila Crosby represented the listing side of a record-breaking $31.9 million sale at 11432 Turtle Beach Road in Lost Tree Village, a landmark for the storied oceanfront community.
Jorge Uribe set a Key Biscayne record with the sale of 330 Harbor Drive at $31.75 million, and Daniela Bonetti made headlines with a $23.5 million sale of Bay Point’s 4445 Lake Road.
In the prestigious Pinecrest community, Michael Martinez holds the record for agent market share, taking the top spot with sales exceeding $100 million for the eighth consecutive year.
Miami Beach continued its trajectory as an epicenter of activity, with ONE Sotheby’s International Realty real estate advisors facilitating countless significant sales. The Waterfront Team’s Michael LeDuc, Mirce Curkoski and Albert Justo executed a $26.8 million transaction at 1350 W 29th Street, and along the highly sought-after North Bay Road, MR Luxury Group’s Marko Gojanovic and Ried Heidenry brokered a $22 million transaction.
Further North, Joelle Oiknine set a new condo record for Bal Harbour with a $30 million penthouse closing at Oceana Residences. Sandra Alexander achieved a $17 million record for Hutchinson Island, and Veroushka Volkert broke a new price ceiling in Fort Lauderdale’s Sea Ranch Lakes with the $13 million sale of 32 Seneca Road. Closing the highest sale in Lansing Island history, Stephanie Dandridge sold 274 Lansing Island Drive for $4.9 million.
What continues to set ONE Sotheby’s International Realty apart is the firm’s unparalleled ability to connect its real estate advisors with a global network of elite clientele. As the exclusive real estate sponsor of the VIP Windward Club at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show and a show sponsor of Art Basel Miami Beach, the brokerage has embedded itself at the center of luxury, art and design culture. These strategic partnerships give each advisor direct access to the world’s most discerning buyers and collectors, translating into many of the region’s most high-profile transactions.
Further strengthening its presence, the firm’s industry-leading Development Division represents more than 17 luxury residential projects showcased at The Real Deal Forum and international events around the world, demonstrating the breadth of its influence and leadership across every segment of the market.
Collectively, these strategic initiatives and record-setting transactions highlight the exceptional ability of ONE Sotheby’s International Realty’s advisors to identify, market, and negotiate the region’s premier properties. As one of the highest-producing Sotheby’s International Realty affiliates nationwide, and ranked by RealTrends Game Changers among the fastest-growing brokerages in the country, the firm’s success is driven by the skill, dedication, and global reach of its advisors, consistently delivering excellence in luxury real estate.