Community · Pinecrest, FL
Howard Pines Pinecrest, FL Homes For Sale & Real Estate
Howard Pines, Pinecrest, FL, is a community in Miami-Dade County with 2 homes for sale right now. Construction dates to 1958 through 1959.
Get Listings Alerts
Be the first to know when a new home hits the market in Howard Pines.
Available Now
Market Overview
Howard Pines real estate market
There are 2 active listings for sale in Howard Pines right now. The median list price is $1,582,500, or about $813 per square foot. Listings span $1,565,000 to $1,600,000, so there is inventory across most budgets. Homes are averaging 145 days on market. These figures update from the MLS as the market moves.
Howard Pines Market Stats
MLS data updated October 9, 2026- Active Listings
- 2
- Median List Price
- $1,582,500
- Median $/Sq Ft
- $813
- Avg Days on Market
- 145
- Price Range
- $1,565,000 to $1,600,000
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many homes are for sale in Howard Pines?
- There are 2 active listings for sale in Howard Pines right now, and these counts update from the MLS as homes come on the market and go under contract. Prices sit in a narrow band here, so homes in Howard Pines tend to compete directly with each other. Ask us to set up a search alert and you will see new Howard Pines listings the day they reach the market.
- What is the median home price in Howard Pines?
- The median list price in Howard Pines is $1,582,500, or roughly $813 per square foot. The median is the midpoint of what is currently listed, so about half of Howard Pines homes ask more and half ask less, within a broader range of $1,565,000 to $1,600,000. The median sits near the middle of that range, so Howard Pines inventory is spread fairly evenly rather than bunched at one end. We can pull recent comparable sales to price a specific home more precisely.
- What price range do homes in Howard Pines cover?
- Homes for sale in Howard Pines currently range from about $1,565,000 at the entry level to $1,600,000 at the top of the market. That spread reflects lot size, square footage, and finish level across the single-family homes here, with the median list price around $1,582,500. The spread is tight, which usually points to a consistent housing stock rather than a mix of sizes and eras. Tell us your budget and must-haves and we will send the Howard Pines listings that actually fit.
- How long do homes take to sell in Howard Pines?
- Homes in Howard Pines are averaging 145 days on market, measured from the day a listing goes live to the day it goes under contract. That is a slow pace, so sellers here should expect to price carefully and buyers often have time to compare before committing. Days on market in Howard Pines also shift with the season and with how a home is priced, so a sharply priced listing can still sell well ahead of the average.
About Howard Pines
Howard Pines, Pinecrest, FL, is a community in Miami-Dade County with 2 homes for sale right now. Construction dates to 1958 through 1959. Listings update from the MLS nightly.
Homes & Architecture
Homes for sale in Howard Pines
Homes for sale in Howard Pines offer 3 bedrooms and 2 to 3 baths. Living areas run from about 1,856 to 2,043 square feet. The mix here includes single family homes. Current prices run from $1,565,000 to $1,600,000. The homes on the market were built between 1958 and 1959.
Schools
Schools near Howard Pines
Homes for sale in Howard Pines are typically zoned for the Pinecrest public schools below, based on current MLS listings. Confirm the exact attendance zone for any specific address with the Miami-Dade County school district before you buy.
- Elementary School
- Howard Drive
- Middle School
- Palmetto
- High School
- Miami Palmetto
Market & Value
Howard Pines market and home values
Values in Howard Pines track the community's own sales more closely than any broad regional number. The median list price in Howard Pines is around $1,582,500, or roughly $813 per square foot. That sits about 164% above the Miami-Dade County median, which shows where Howard Pines lands in the local market. Recent asking prices have run from $1,565,000 to $1,600,000, so the home you choose within Howard Pines matters as much as the community average. Homes here have recently taken about 145 days to go under contract, a useful gauge of how quickly the Howard Pines market is moving. For pricing an offer or a listing, comparable sales within Howard Pines carry more weight than any headline number, since homes of the same type and size set the real range. Pure Equity can pull the active and recently sold homes in Howard Pines so you work from real numbers, not an estimate.
How It Compares
Howard Pines compared to nearby Pinecrest communities
Howard Pines sits 5 of 7 on median price among these Pinecrest communities. Price per square foot is the fairer comparison between communities, because it adjusts for the fact that one neighborhood builds bigger homes than another. Days on market shows how quickly each one is actually selling.
| Community | Homes | Median | $/Sq Ft | Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bay Ridge Ests | 4 | $10,485,000 | $1,266 | 169 |
| Helms Country Estates | 5 | $10,312,500 | $1,139 | 127 |
| Ridgeline Estates | 4 | $8,495,000 | $1,017 | 33 |
| Suniland Estates | 7 | $6,000,000 | $1,130 | 139 |
| Howard Pines this page | 2 | $1,582,500 | $813 | 145 |
| Villas Of Pinecrest | 8 | $317,000 | $351 | 58 |
| Dadeland Grove | 4 | $261,250 | $284 | 120 |
Medians come from active listings in each community and move as inventory turns over. They describe the homes currently for sale, not what any one home is worth.
Who It Suits
Is Howard Pines right for you?
A quick read on who fits Howard Pines saves time before you visit. Howard Pines suits a range of buyers, from first-time owners to move-up families, who want a home in Pinecrest with the everyday conveniences of the area close by. On price, Howard Pines sits at the luxury end of the market, where buyers weigh the specific home, its finishes, and its setting closely. Whether Howard Pines is right for you depends on how you plan to use the home, full time or seasonally, and Pure Equity can walk you through the tradeoffs before you commit.
Amenities & Lifestyle
Living in Howard Pines
Howard Pines is a residential neighborhood, and its homeowners association maintains the shared areas and community standards.
Location
Howard Pines location
Howard Pines is located in Pinecrest, part of Miami-Dade County, Florida. Residents are close to the shopping, dining, schools, and parks of the Pinecrest area, with the wider job centers, beaches, and airports of the region within driving distance.
Buying in Howard Pines
Buying a home in Howard Pines
Buying in Howard Pines follows the same path as the rest of Miami-Dade County. Getting a mortgage pre-approval first tells you your real budget and lets you move quickly when the right home comes up. Property taxes factor into the monthly payment: the median annual property tax in Miami-Dade County is about $3,516. Florida's homestead exemption lowers the taxable value of a primary residence, and the Save Our Homes cap limits how fast that assessed value can rise from year to year. Budget for homeowners insurance as well. Rates in Florida reflect wind and flood exposure, so gather quotes early and check whether a specific address sits in a FEMA flood zone. Once you are under contract, plan for a home inspection and, if you are financing, a lender appraisal, both of which fall inside the inspection period. Working with an agent who knows Pinecrest means you see new listings in Howard Pines the day they reach the market.
Selling in Howard Pines
Selling a home in Howard Pines
A successful sale in Howard Pines comes down to pricing, presentation, and marketing. List prices in Howard Pines currently center around $1,582,500, which is a starting reference for where a comparable home might be positioned. Homes that are decluttered, professionally photographed, and priced to recent comparable sales tend to draw the most interest in the first two weeks, when a listing is newest and gets the most views. Florida sellers usually pay the documentary stamp tax on the deed, currently $0.70 per $100 of the sale price in most counties, along with prorated property taxes and, by local custom in many areas, the owner's title insurance policy. We provide a no-obligation home valuation for Howard Pines owners in Pinecrest, so you can see what your property could sell for before you commit to listing.
Thinking of Selling?
What is your Howard Pines home worth?
Online estimates miss what makes a home different. Tell us about yours and a licensed listing agent will send you a pricing opinion based on what has actually closed near you in Howard Pines.
Listing agents and seller representation in Howard Pines
Thinking about selling in Howard Pines? The agent you pick shapes two numbers: what your home closes for, and how long it takes. A listing agent, also called a seller's agent, prices the property against what has actually closed nearby. They also prepare and market it, screen the offers that arrive, and negotiate the terms rather than just the price.
Conditions in Howard Pines sit close to balanced, which rewards sellers who price against real closed sales instead of neighboring asking prices. Homes here are averaging about 145 days from listing to accepted offer, so build that into your moving timeline.
Community-level detail matters most here. Association rules, what the fees cover, and which buildings sell fastest all affect your outcome. So does whether a buyer needs board approval before closing. None of it appears in a listing description. All of it decides whether a sale closes on time.
Pure Equity is a licensed Florida brokerage serving Howard Pines. Onias Derilus is the broker of record, Florida Real Estate Broker license BK3276618. A broker holds a higher license than an agent working under one. In practice that means the person advising you on price is also the one legally responsible for the file. That matters most when a deal gets complicated.
More on this: what is an exclusive right of sale listing? · selling a home in a 55 and over community
Realtors and real estate agents serving Howard Pines
People search for realtors, real estate agents, and real estate brokers more or less interchangeably. For most purposes the job title matters less than licensing and representation. Every licensed agent in Florida works under a broker. That broker carries final responsibility for the transaction.
What separates real estate professionals in Howard Pines is specificity. Can they answer questions about your street, not just your city? Ask what they have closed nearby and how they arrived at a price. A grounded answer cites particular recent sales. It also explains why those homes compare to yours. Vague reassurance is the warning sign.
More on this: appraisal vs CMA: which number should you trust? · zestimate vs CMA: how accurate are online estimates? · selling and buying at the same time
Buyer's agents in Howard Pines
A buyer's agent represents the purchaser rather than the owner. They identify properties that actually fit and research what comparable homes sold for, not what they asked. They also advise on offer strategy. Finally, they manage inspection and financing deadlines through to closing.
Where buyers have room to negotiate, as they do in Howard Pines, the leverage is only worth something if you know where it exists and what to ask for. If you are buying and selling at the same time, which is common for people moving within Miami-Dade County, sequencing the two is its own skill: contingencies, timing, and what happens if one closing slips all need planning before either home goes on the market.
What representation costs
Real estate commissions are negotiable. No law, multiple listing service, or association sets them. If an agent tells you there is a standard rate, they are misinforming you. What you pay is agreed between you and the brokerage you hire. Get it in writing before the work begins.
Industry rules changed in 2024. Now a buyer and their agent must put compensation in a written buyer agreement before touring homes together. Sellers may still offer to contribute toward the buyer's side. However, that is negotiated rather than assumed. It is worth thinking through with your listing agent before you go live.
More on this: how commission is actually structured · handling multiple offers · the inspection response, and how to handle it
Buying Instead?
Search Howard Pines with someone local
We will tell you which listings are worth your time, what comparable homes actually closed for, and how to structure an offer that holds up through inspection and financing.
Frequently asked questions
How do I find a listing agent in Howard Pines?
Ask any listing agent you interview two questions. Which homes have they closed near Howard Pines, and how did they arrive at their suggested price? A grounded answer names recent closed sales. It also explains why those homes compare to yours. With a median around $1,582,500 here, the gap between realistic pricing guidance and optimistic guidance is real money. Verify the license too. Florida licenses are public and searchable through the state's DBPR portal. Pure Equity is a licensed brokerage serving Miami-Dade County. You can reach the broker directly at (561) 835-5400.
What does a seller's agent actually do?
A seller's agent prices the home against comparable closed sales. Before it goes live, they advise on repairs and presentation. Then they handle photography and marketing, and put the home in front of buyers and other agents. When offers arrive, they screen them and negotiate both price and terms. Terms matter as much as the number, because inspection windows, financing contingencies, and closing dates all affect whether an offer reaches the closing table.
How much does a real estate agent cost in Howard Pines?
Commissions are fully negotiable. No law or real estate board sets them. What you pay is whatever you and your brokerage agree to in writing before work begins. Since the 2024 rule changes, buyers and their agents must agree compensation in a written buyer agreement before touring homes. Any seller contribution toward the buyer's side is negotiated rather than automatic. Ask any agent you interview to put their fee in writing.
What is the difference between a realtor, a real estate agent, and a broker?
A real estate agent holds a state license to represent buyers and sellers. A broker holds a higher-level license and can operate a brokerage. That broker also carries final legal responsibility for the office's transactions. Realtor is a membership term for agents belonging to the National Association of Realtors. For someone buying or selling in Howard Pines, three practical questions matter. Is the person licensed, who do they represent in your transaction, and what can they actually tell you about your local market?
Do I need an agent to buy a home in Howard Pines?
You are not legally required to use one, but most buyers in Howard Pines do. A buyer's agent handles the parts that are easy to get wrong. That means identifying what comparable homes actually closed for, spotting condition or association issues early, and managing inspection and financing deadlines. Even in a slower market, negotiating room is only useful if you know where it exists.
Can one agent help me sell my current home and buy the next one?
Yes. For people moving within Miami-Dade County it is often the more practical route, because one person coordinates both timelines. Sequencing is the hard part. Should your purchase be contingent on your sale? How would you cover a gap if the closings do not line up? What happens if one side is delayed? Plan all of that before either home is listed, rather than after an offer arrives.
Public Records
Look up Howard Pines property records
Anything on this page that affects what a home costs to own, assessed value, exemptions, flood zone, is published by a public agency. These are the official sources, not our summaries of them.
Miami-Dade County Property Appraiser
Assessed value, homestead exemption status, and recorded sales history for any parcel.
FEMA Flood Map Service Center
Look up the official flood zone for an address before you budget for insurance.
Florida Department of Revenue, property taxes
How Florida assesses property, and which exemptions you can claim.
More Communities in Pinecrest
Villas Of Pinecrest
55+ Community
Suniland Estates
Community
Helms Country Estates
New Construction
Dadeland Grove
Condominium
Ridgeline Estates
55+ Community
Bay Ridge Ests
New Construction
Rockdale Estates
55+ Community
Helms Country Estates Re-
New Construction
Flagler Groves Estates Se
Luxury Enclave
Pine Tree Estates
Community
Bea Manors
Community
Domus One
Community
Nearby Communities in Miami-Dade County
Related Reading
Howard Pines Reading
Celebrity Homes · September 21, 2026
Where Does Willy Chirino Live in Florida? From Bay Point to Pinecrest
Willy Chirino and his wife, the singer Lissette Alvarez, owned a 10,000-square-foot house in Miami's gated Bay Point for 22 years. They sold it in 2014 for $4.17 million and paid $2.3 million in cash for a home in Pinecrest. Here is the record of both houses and what those two neighborhoods cost today.
Celebrity Homes · September 21, 2026
Where Does Cristina Saralegui Live in Florida? The Pinecrest Estate She Sold
Cristina Saralegui, the host of El Show de Cristina, owned a 1.5-acre estate in north Pinecrest for eighteen years. She and her husband Marcos Avila sold it in June 2022 for $6.05 million, above the asking price, after one month on the market. Where they moved has not been reported. Here is what is public about the house and what Pinecrest costs now.
Celebrity Homes · September 21, 2026
Where Does David Ortiz Live in Florida? From a Pinecrest Estate to a Brickell Condo
David Ortiz built a 10,000-square-foot estate in Pinecrest on a lot he bought for $1.5 million in 2016, sold it for about $10.6 million in a village record, and in 2025 bought a condo at ORA by Casa Tua in Brickell. Here is what reporting says about both homes and what Pinecrest and Brickell cost now.
Keep Exploring