Issue 1 · Property Edition
A private editorial tour of 8945 Dickens Avenue, Surfside, FL 33154.
Simon Gedz
S.G. Trust Team · Realtor since 1995
Issue 1 · Property Edition
A private editorial tour of 8945 Dickens Avenue, Surfside, FL 33154.
Simon Gedz
S.G. Trust Team · Realtor since 1995
An interactive magazine: zoom the maps, tap a pin for details, and tap "See more" for things to do.
The residence
Listed by GuildStone Group LLC
3 beds · 2 baths
DOUBLE LOT OPPURTUNITY in the heart of Surfside! This approximately 11,200 SF homesite offers the potential to create a beautiful 6,000+ SF custom luxury home just moments from the beach. Enjoy close proximity to Publix, Surfside shops and restaurants, the Surfside Community Center, Bal Harbour Shops, and nearby places of worship. A rare chance to secure an oversized property in one of Surfside’s most desirable neighborhoods.
The interiors
DOUBLE LOT OPPURTUNITY in the heart of Surfside! This approximately 11,200 SF homesite offers the potential to create a beautiful 6,000+ SF custom luxury home just moments from the beach. Enjoy close proximity to Publix, Surfside shops and restaurants, the Surfside Community Center, Bal Harbour Shops, and nearby places of worship. A rare chance to secure an oversized property in one of Surfside’s most desirable neighborhoods.
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Built in 1939
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1 garage spaces
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Pool: verify listing details
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Lot size: 0.26
A closer look
A visual detail from the property's current listing gallery. Photography and availability remain subject to the current listing.
A closer look
A visual detail from the property's current listing gallery. Photography and availability remain subject to the current listing.
Life beyond the front door
Explore the character, conveniences and everyday lifestyle surrounding 8945 Dickens Avenue, Surfside, FL 33154.
Getting around
What's nearby in Miami-Dade
249 places to eat, see and do sit within reach across Miami-Dade.
52 arts & culture · 37 dining · 30 sports & events · 29 shopping · 27 attractions
Arts & Culture: Pérez Art Museum Miami (PAMM) · Wynwood Walls & Arts District
Dining: Calle Ocho, Little Havana · Miami Design District
Sports & Events: Miami Heat · Hard Rock Stadium — Dolphins, Miami Open & F1
Weekend favorites: Zoo Miami, Frost Museum of Science, Jungle Island.
Only 1 Bal Harbour idea is published so far — the button opens everything across Miami-Dade.
Surfside
Explore destinations surrounding 8945 Dickens Avenue, Surfside, FL 33154.
Approximate drive times are estimated from straight-line distance, not a routed or live-traffic journey. Actual driving distance and timing vary with traffic, bridges and routing.
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Bal Harbour Shops
0.8 mi straight-line · approximately 3 min drive
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Haulover Beach
1.8 mi straight-line · approximately 3 min drive
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Miami Beach Convention Center
5.6 mi straight-line · approximately 10 min drive
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Aventura Mall
5.7 mi straight-line · approximately 11 min drive
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Lincoln Road, Miami Beach
5.9 mi straight-line · approximately 11 min drive
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Miami Intl Airport (MIA)
11.5 mi straight-line · approximately 21 min drive
Education
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Age-based school levels are approximate. Confirm grade placement and attendance boundaries with the district. Nearby options are not assigned schools. Faith labels are based on school names; confirm affiliation, grades and admissions directly with the school. Sign in and add your children to see each child matched to their own school.
A day in the life
As the South Florida sun begins to warm the morning air, your day at 8945 Dickens Avenue in Surfside awakens. This home, built in 1939, offers three bedrooms and two baths. What's truly exceptional is the double lot opportunity, an approximately 11,200 square foot homesite with the potential to create a stunning 6,000+ square foot custom luxury residence, just moments from the beach.
Your weekday rhythm balances convenience with coastal living. A quick three-minute drive takes you to the exquisite Bal Harbour Shops, or to the natural beauty of Haulover Beach. For business or events, the Miami Beach Convention Center is about a ten-minute drive, and Aventura Mall is just an eleven-minute drive away, keeping you well-connected to the vibrant pulse of Miami.
When it’s time to dine, a world of culinary experiences awaits. You might immerse yourself in the authentic flavors of Calle Ocho in Little Havana, savoring Cuban coffee and croquetas. For a more upscale evening, the Miami Design District offers chef-driven rooms and courtyard cafés. Or, you could venture to KYU for wood-fired Asian-inspired sharing plates in a dynamic Wynwood warehouse setting.
Art and culture are within easy reach from your Surfside home. Spend an afternoon at the Pérez Art Museum Miami (PAMM), exploring contemporary art amidst hanging gardens. Discover the vibrant street art at Wynwood Walls & Arts District, or step back in time at Vizcaya Museum & Gardens, a stunning bayfront villa with formal Italian gardens.
For parks, beaches, and fresh air, you are spoiled for choice. Crandon Park and Bill Baggs Cape Florida offer calm, shallow waters, historic lighthouses, and picnic groves for an ideal beach day. Crandon Park Beach provides two miles of tranquil coastline with family-friendly amenities. At Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park, you can enjoy quiet beaches, bike paths, and the iconic lighthouse at Key Biscayne's southern tip.
Weekends are for creating cherished memories. You could take your children to the Miami Children's Museum, where they can explore a pretend supermarket or cruise ship. For active fun, Sky Zone Trampoline Park offers dodgeball and foam pits, with special toddler jump times. An evening out might include upscale bowling and arcade games at Lucky Strike Bowling near the Design District, or a leisurely stroll through the exclusive Bal Harbour Shops.
We invite you to experience the potential and charm of 8945 Dickens Avenue. Contact Simon Gedz, your trusted realtor since 1995, to arrange a private tour and envision your future in this exceptional Surfside location.
Explore this issue · This magazine is interactive: zoom the maps in and out, tap a pin for its name and walking time, and use "See more" to open every activity near this home's ZIP code.
Plan beyond the price
True monthly cost
25% down · 30 years · 6.85%
Planning estimate, not a lender or insurance quote. Taxes are modeled after sale. Roof age, wind mitigation, flood zone, reserves and assessments can materially change the total.
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Confirm taxes after sale with the county
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Bind insurance during the inspection period
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Review association reserves and assessments
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Use lender and insurance quotes before relying on any estimate
Pet-friendly, actually checked
Finding nearby dog parks…
Your path to owning it · Part 1
Simon Gedz has guided South Florida buyers since 1995. Here's how he'll walk you from the first showing to an accepted offer — call him at any step for advice.
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Get pre-approved
Simon connects you with a trusted lender so your offer is taken seriously.
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Tour the home
See it with Simon — he points out what photos never show.
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Ask Simon for a CMA
A comparative market analysis of recent sales tells you what it's really worth.
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Plan your offer
Simon recommends price, terms and contingencies based on the CMA.
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Negotiate
Counteroffers handled by Simon until terms are agreed and signed.
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Hire a real estate attorney
Simon recommends one to review the contract and protect you through closing.
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Escrow deposit
Wired to the title company or attorney, usually within 3 days.
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Order title & survey
Title search for liens; a survey confirms lot lines and improvements.
Your path to owning it · Part 2
Simon coordinates the inspectors, lender, attorney and title company, and tells you exactly what comes next at each stage.
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Home inspection
Licensed inspector checks roof, AC, plumbing, electrical and structure.
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Insurance inspections
4-point and wind-mitigation reports to lower premiums.
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Repairs or credits
Simon negotiates fixes or a credit from the inspection findings.
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Insurance quotes
Bind home, wind and flood coverage early — Simon shares local agents.
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Appraisal
Your lender confirms the value supports the price.
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Clear to close
Loan underwriting is finished; closing date and figures confirmed.
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Final walkthrough
Walk it with Simon to confirm condition and agreed repairs.
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Closing day
Sign, fund, record the deed — and get the keys.
For a private showing or a property-specific strategy conversation about 8945 Dickens Avenue, Surfside, FL 33154, contact Simon Gedz at 954.562.1798.
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Simon Gedz · S.G. Trust Team · Realtor since 1995
Listed by GuildStone Group LLC
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