Start with your constraints.
What needs to happen before you move? We work through your budget and timing, including a sale or lease that may need to come first.
SOUTH FLORIDA, PERSONALLY
Your next move.
A plan that fits.
From pricing a sale to choosing a home or community, we help you understand the tradeoffs and decide with confidence.
Duniel Garcia
Founder, Canopy & Acre
We listen first. Then we bring experience to the decision.
A lifelong Floridian with more than three decades in international business, Duniel founded Canopy & Acre to bring clear thinking and personal care to real estate decisions.
He sets the standard for our work: understand your priorities, explain the choices, agree on next steps, and keep you informed. You know who is guiding you at each stage. We are available in English or Spanish.
LET’S BEGIN WITH YOU
What brings you here?
Start with your plans. You can switch paths at any time, or tell us if you’re doing more than one.
SELLING YOUR HOME
Price. Preparation.
Your next chapter.
Understand what your home could sell for, what is worth preparing, and what you might take away from the sale. Build the plan around your timing.
Before we begin
THE CANOPY & ACRE APPROACH
Know what you’re
deciding.
A price needs evidence. A property needs a closer look. Your plans need someone following through. Here’s how we help.
Put the numbers in context.
Review comparable sales and competing listings. Discuss condition and ownership costs before choosing an asking price or making an offer.
Keep the process moving.
We coordinate property visits and keep track of next steps. Active clients receive weekly updates, with important developments shared as they arise.
Know who is guiding you.
A clear point of contact, from the first conversation.A PLACE THAT FEELS LIKE YOU
Get to know
your options.
Compare the places on your shortlist.
Think about the drive as well as the address.
AREA NOTES01 / 05
Coral Gables
Compare the homes on your shortlist by condition, layout, and the routes you’ll use each week. We can build a visit around the addresses you want to understand.
A QUESTION FOR YOUR SEARCH
How do you want to balance a quieter setting with access to the places you visit most?
Explore groceries, markets & local life ↓
Explore schools for this area ↓
Looking farther afield? We’ll discuss the right local support, including partner introductions when appropriate.
LIFE BETWEEN THE ADDRESSES
Picture your
everyday here.
A morning walk. Groceries for the week. Somewhere to meet for dinner. Explore the places that would become part of your routine.
Selected local options · Reviewed September 22, 2026
Locations outside the area are labeled.
Coral Gables local guide
Compare the southern waterfront neighborhoods with the streets closer to downtown. The places you use each week may shape your shortlist as much as the house.
Groceries & farmers markets+
Whole Foods Market · Coral Gables
6701 Red Road · Coral Gables, FL 33143A grocery stop with a hot and salad bar, bakery and organic product options. Check individual labels for organic certification.
Official details ↗Trader Joe’s · Coral Gables
211 S. Dixie Highway · Coral Gables, FL 33133An alternative for everyday groceries, produce and pantry staples. The store lists validated parking in its building’s garage.
Official details ↗Coral Gables Farmers Market
405 Biltmore Way · Coral Gables, FL 33134Seasonal city market in front of City Hall. The published 2026 season ran January 17–March 28 and has ended; check the city for the next season. This is not the Shops at Merrick Park.
City market schedule ↗Walking, cycling & outdoor time+
Old Cutler Trail
Old Cutler Road corridorThe county route map identifies paved paths and connections around Matheson Hammock, Fairchild and Pinecrest Gardens. Review crossings and the segment you plan to use; a mapped route is not a promise of continuous separation from traffic.
County trail map (PDF) ↗Water & beach access+
Matheson Hammock Park & Marina
9610 Old Cutler Road · Coral Gables, FL 33156A public bayfront park with an atoll pool and marina. It provides access to Biscayne Bay; it is not an Atlantic ocean beach. Check current park conditions and marina arrangements.
Official details ↗Shopping & dining+
Shops at Merrick Park
358 San Lorenzo Avenue · Coral Gables, FL 33146Luxury shopping and dining in one destination. The centre lists options including Mariposa and Perry’s Steakhouse; use its current directory to plan a visit.
Shopping & dining directory ↗Schools & enrollment+
Research programs and enrollment requirements for each school on your shortlist.
Selected public schools2026 grade
- A
Coral Gables Preparatory Academy
K–8 academy - B
Ponce de Leon Middle School
Middle school - B
Coral Gables Senior High School
High school
Charter & independent options
Somerset Gables Academy
CJC campus in Coral Gables; West campus in West Miami. Confirm which campus serves your child’s grade.
2026 Florida school grade: A
School details & applications ↗Gulliver Preparatory School
Marian C. Krutulis PK–8 Campus
Pre-kindergarten through grade 8 at 12595 Red Road. Review the school’s primary, lower, and middle-school programs.
Explore the campus ↗Check the exact address before deciding
School location does not establish enrollment eligibility. Confirm attendance boundaries for the property and enrollment year. Choice, charter and private schools can have separate applications and deadlines. A state grade is one academic measure, not a complete account of a student’s experience; private schools do not receive Florida public-school A–F grades.
District enrollment & school resources ↗Public-school grades: 2025–26 Florida Department of Education data, reviewed September 17, 2026. Official grade report (Excel) ↗. School details are linked to the district, local government or school. These are selected examples, not a ranking or a guaranteed feeder pattern.
Coconut Grove local guide
Test the connection between your prospective address, the village centre and the waterfront. A shaded street and a practical everyday walking route are different things.
Groceries & farmers markets+
The Fresh Market · Coconut Grove
2640 S. Bayshore Drive · MiamiA specialty grocery store with produce, prepared meals, meat and seafood. The retailer offers organic options; the entire assortment is not organic.
Official details ↗Coconut Grove Farmers Market
3300 Grand Avenue · Coconut Grove, FL 33133Glaser Organic Farms lists Saturdays, 10 a.m.–6 p.m., year-round. Its offerings include organic produce and raw vegan prepared food. Ask individual vendors about ingredients and certification.
Market operator & schedule ↗Whole Foods Market · Coral Gables
6701 Red Road · Coral Gables, FL 33143 · outside the GroveAn additional grocery option to compare from the exact home address. The store includes a hot and salad bar.
Official details ↗Walking, cycling & outdoor time+
Commodore Trail corridor
Cocoplum Circle toward Rickenbacker CausewayAn existing walking and cycling corridor with improvements proposed in the city’s master plan. Check present-day crossings and work areas rather than treating the entire proposed upgrade as completed.
City trail context (PDF) ↗Water & beach access+
Dinner Key Marina
Coconut Grove waterfrontExplore the city marina as a boating option. Ask the marina directly about berth availability and vessel requirements; a nearby home does not include a slip.
Official details ↗Shopping & dining+
CocoWalk
Coconut Grove village centreBrowse the current dining directory, including Da Angelino, Sushi Garage and sweetgreen. The mix lets you compare a sit-down evening with a quick salad or bowl; menu ingredients vary.
Dining directory ↗Shops at Merrick Park
Coral Gables · outside Coconut GroveA separate destination for luxury retail and dining. Compare the trip from your shortlisted property rather than assume it is walkable.
Official details ↗Schools & enrollment+
Check the school-day journey from each address you’re considering.
Selected public schools2026 grade
- A
Coconut Grove Elementary School
Elementary school - A
George W. Carver Elementary School
Elementary school - C
Frances S. Tucker K–8 Center
K–8 center
Charter & independent options
Mater Grove Academy
K–8 charter school at 2805 SW 32nd Avenue, Miami. Consider the campus location and school-day journey alongside your home search.
2026 Florida school grade: A
School details & applications ↗Ransom Everglades School
Grades 6–12, with separate middle- and upper-school campuses in Coconut Grove. Begin with the admissions overview and opportunities to visit.
Explore admissions ↗St. Stephen’s Episcopal Day School
Pre-kindergarten through grade 5. Explore the school’s educational approach and ask about the entry year that fits your child.
Explore the school ↗Check the exact address before deciding
School location does not establish enrollment eligibility. Confirm attendance boundaries for the property and enrollment year. Choice, charter and private schools can have separate applications and deadlines. A state grade is one academic measure, not a complete account of a student’s experience; private schools do not receive Florida public-school A–F grades.
District enrollment & school resources ↗Public-school grades: 2025–26 Florida Department of Education data, reviewed September 17, 2026. Official grade report (Excel) ↗. School details are linked to the district, local government or school. These are selected examples, not a ranking or a guaranteed feeder pattern.
Pinecrest local guide
Think through the school run, grocery stops and outdoor time from the exact property. A larger lot can change both your routine and the amount of upkeep.
Groceries & farmers markets+
Whole Foods Market · Dadeland
7930 SW 104th Street · Miami, FL 33156A grocery option near Pinecrest with produce, a hot and salad bar and café seating. Compare access from your home and check product labels for organic status.
Official details ↗Pinecrest Gardens Farmers Market
11000 Red Road · Pinecrest, FL 33156The Gardens lists Sundays, 8:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m., with local food and produce vendors. A community yoga class is listed for 8:30–9:30 a.m.; check the current calendar before attending.
Market & activity schedule ↗Walking, cycling & outdoor time+
Coral Pine Park
6955 SW 104th Street · Pinecrest, FL 33156The village lists lighted walking paths, a playground, and tennis and pickleball courts. Check booking arrangements for courts.
Official details ↗Old Cutler Trail
Along the Old Cutler Road corridorUse the county map to choose an appropriate walking or cycling segment and assess the connection from your home.
County trail map (PDF) ↗Water & beach access+
Matheson Hammock Park & Marina
Coral Gables · outside PinecrestA nearby-area destination to consider for bay access and boating. Its public marina is separate from any rights attached to a home. Verify a particular property’s waterfront and navigability rather than infer ocean access from its address.
Official details ↗Shopping & dining+
Dadeland Mall
Dadeland / Kendall area · outside PinecrestA regional shopping and dining option with a luxury directory. The operator currently lists Gucci, Ferragamo and other designer stores; check its directory for current tenants.
Shopping & dining directory ↗Schools & enrollment+
Confirm attendance boundaries before making a decision about a home.
Selected public schools2026 grade
- A
Pinecrest Elementary School
Elementary school - A
Palmetto Middle School
Middle school - A
Miami Palmetto Senior High School
High school
Charter & independent options
Gulliver Preparatory School
Upper School Campus
High-school campus at 6575 North Kendall Drive. Explore academics, student life, and the admissions process.
Explore admissions ↗Check the exact address before deciding
School location does not establish enrollment eligibility. Confirm attendance boundaries for the property and enrollment year. Choice, charter and private schools can have separate applications and deadlines. A state grade is one academic measure, not a complete account of a student’s experience; private schools do not receive Florida public-school A–F grades.
District enrollment & school resources ↗Public-school grades: 2025–26 Florida Department of Education data, reviewed September 17, 2026. Official grade report (Excel) ↗. School details are linked to the district, local government or school. These are selected examples, not a ranking or a guaranteed feeder pattern.
Brickell local guide
Compare the building entrance with your everyday destinations. River crossings, the route to groceries and access to outdoor space matter alongside a view.
Groceries & farmers markets+
Publix at Brickell Village
134 SW 13th Street · BrickellA neighborhood grocery stop with produce, a deli and an on-site pharmacy. Compare the walk from your building’s entrance, especially when carrying groceries. Check product labels for organic options.
Official details ↗The Underline Market
805 SW 1st Avenue · Brickell · Inter StageThe published 2026 schedule runs Saturdays through October 10, 2–8 p.m. Vendors offer produce, prepared food and artisan goods. Weather can cancel a market; check the event listing before leaving. Organic certification varies by vendor.
Market dates & location ↗Whole Foods Market · Downtown Miami
299 SE 3rd Avenue · Miami, FL 33131 · north of the riverA nearby-area grocery option with a hot and salad bar and café seating. It is in Downtown, not inside Brickell; check your actual route across the river.
Official details ↗Coconut Grove Farmers Market
3300 Grand Avenue · Coconut Grove · a separate outingFor a dedicated produce-market visit, Glaser lists Saturdays, 10 a.m.–6 p.m., year-round. This is outside Brickell, so plan the trip rather than assume a neighborhood walk.
Market operator & schedule ↗Walking, cycling & outdoor time+
1814 Brickell Park
1814 Brickell Avenue · BrickellA neighborhood stop with a playground, picnic tables and bike racks. The city lists sunrise-to-sunset hours and allows dogs on a leash. Useful to include in a visit with children.
Official details ↗The Underline · Brickell Backyard
Miami River to SW 13th StreetAn open section of the public urban trail beside Brickell station. Use it as a starting point for walking or cycling; check crossings and current notices before extending your route into other phases.
County route & phase information ↗Water & beach access+
Alice C. Wainwright Park
2651 Brickell Avenue · south of the central Brickell districtA public waterfront park with picnic space, a playground and outdoor gym equipment. Plan it as a bayfront outing; waterfront access here should not be confused with an ocean swimming beach or private dock rights.
Official details ↗Boating from a city marina
Dinner Key Marina · Coconut Grove, outside BrickellIf boating is part of your plans, compare marina arrangements separately from a condo purchase. A bay view or waterfront building does not itself establish dock rights.
City marina information ↗Shopping & dining+
Mary Brickell Village
900 S. Miami Avenue · BrickellThe current dining directory includes North Italia, Novecento and Vale Food Co., alongside cafés and casual options. Compare menus for your dietary preferences and ask the restaurant about ingredients or allergens.
Dining directory ↗Brickell City Centre
701 S. Miami Avenue · Miami, FL 33130Luxury and contemporary shopping with dining and entertainment in the same complex. Explore the destination directory before planning a shopping day or dinner.
Official tourism directory ↗Schools & enrollment+
Start with the exact building address and the enrollment year. These public, charter and private options are research starting points; proximity does not guarantee admission.
Southside Preparatory Academy
45 SW 13th Street, Miami. The federal school directory lists PK–8 for 2025–26. The school describes a museum-based learning program. Confirm the current grade offering and whether your child needs a magnet application or an address-based assignment.
School & program information ↗Mater Brickell Academy
230 SW 17th Road, Miami. A tuition-free charter campus offering grades 6–12. Review admissions and available places directly with the school; buying nearby does not secure a seat.
Campus & admissions information ↗Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic School
1435 SW 12th Avenue, Miami. An option west of Brickell with separate admissions and tuition. Ask about your child’s grade level, current availability and the school-day journey from your building.
School, curriculum & admissions ↗Confirm your assigned schools
Use Miami-Dade’s school resources to check the assigned elementary, middle and high school for your exact address. Charter and magnet applications are separate routes. Compare programs and visit schools before deciding which is right for your child.
District enrollment & school resources ↗Reviewed September 22, 2026. Sources are linked beside each school. This is a selected guide, not a complete directory. No school rating or parent-review score is inferred.
Before choosing a condo+
Compare the monthly cost
For each building on your shortlistAsk for the current association budget, reserve information and details of existing or proposed assessments. Compare what the monthly fee includes and which expenses remain yours. Review available inspection and structural reports with qualified advisers.
Florida DBPR financial-information guide ↗Test the building against your routine
Questions to bring to a showingConfirm assigned versus valet parking, guest access and EV charging. Read the pet and rental rules. Try the trip from the unit to the street, including the elevator and garage, and visit at the times you would normally leave for work or school.
Palm Beach local guide
Palm Beach island is distinct from West Palm Beach. Compare the ocean side, the Lake Trail and the bridge routes you would use for mainland errands.
Groceries & farmers markets+
Amici Market
155 N. County Road · Palm Beach, FL · on the islandA specialty-food stop with prepared meals and a juice bar. Review the menu for your preferences; specialty or gourmet does not mean every item is organic.
Official details ↗Whole Foods Market · West Palm Beach
1845 Palm Beach Lakes Boulevard · West Palm Beach, FL 33401 · mainlandA mainland grocery option with organic products and a hot and salad bar. Allow for a bridge crossing from Palm Beach; it is not on Palm Beach island.
Official details ↗West Palm Beach GreenMarket
100 N. Clematis Street · West Palm Beach · mainland waterfrontUpcoming season: Saturdays, October 3, 2026–May 22, 2027, 8:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. The city lists no market February 6 or March 20. Produce and specialty-food vendors vary; not every stall is organic.
City season announcement ↗Walking, cycling & outdoor time+
Palm Beach Lake Trail
Western side of Palm Beach islandA waterside route for walking, jogging and cycling along the Lake Worth Lagoon. The visitor guide notes interruptions at sidewalks and an intersection. This is the Intracoastal side, not the Atlantic beachfront.
Official route guide ↗Water & beach access+
Palm Beach Municipal Beach
300 block of S. Ocean Boulevard · Palm Beach, FLPublic Atlantic beach access just north of Worth Avenue. Check posted conditions and parking rules before a visit.
Official visitor information ↗Phipps Ocean Park · construction notice
Palm Beach · South Ocean BoulevardAs reviewed September 22, 2026, the town lists the park/beach access as closed during redevelopment, with an estimated October 1 completion. Reopening is not confirmed by that estimate; check the town before visiting.
Town project & access update ↗Shopping & dining+
Worth Avenue & its vias
Palm Beach islandLuxury boutiques and dining along the avenue and its courtyard vias. Explore the association’s current directory for shops and restaurants.
Worth Avenue directory ↗Schools & enrollment+
These are school research starting points for a Palm Beach move. A ZIP code does not determine school assignment. Check the property and enrollment year in Palm Beach County’s address lookup, including middle and high school.
Palm Beach Public School
239 Cocoanut Row, Palm Beach, FL. The district’s July 1, 2026 report gives the school an A for 2025–26. Confirm your address assignment and any choice-program requirements directly.
School & enrollment information ↗Palm Beach Day Academy
Upper School
241 Seaview Avenue, Palm Beach, FL. Grades 4–8 are on the island; the PreK2–grade 3 Lower School is at 1901 S. Flagler Drive in West Palm Beach, on the mainland. Admission is separate from residence.
Campuses & admissions ↗Public middle & high school
Use the district lookup for the exact home. We have not assigned a single middle/high-school feeder pattern to every Palm Beach address. Review each returned school’s programs and published grade before comparing homes.
Find the schools for an address ↗Choice, charter & private options
Separate applications, availability and deadlines may apply. Mainland campuses can be part of your search; assess the school-day bridge route. Independent schools do not receive Florida public-school A–F grades.
District choice information ↗Reviewed September 22, 2026. Sources: district FY26 school-grade report (PDF), Palm Beach Public and Palm Beach Day Academy. Selected starting points, not a complete school directory. No parent-review score has been inferred from a state grade.
Make it specific to your home. Use these places as starting points. Travel time and walkability depend on the exact address. For a waterfront property, verify dock rights, vessel fit, bridge clearance and the route to open water separately.
Organic is a product claim. Whole Foods describes itself as a certified organic grocer, but that does not make every item organic. Check labels and ask vendors about certification, ingredients and allergens. Read its organic standards ↗
Schedules, access and tenants can change. Follow the linked operator or official source for updates. This is a curated starting guide, not an exhaustive directory or a ranking.
EXPLORE THE POSSIBILITIES
See what’s
on the market.
Search first. Ask when you’re ready.
Browse homes by community, then reach out when a property catches your eye.
Have a home in mind? Share the address or listing link with us to discuss the details and arrange a visit.
Still figuring out your budget?
Include a lender introduction in your conversation with us, or continue with a lender you already know.
YOUR MIAMI DISCOVERY WEEKEND
&Get to know Miami.
With a plan for your visit.
Spend your visit exploring the neighborhoods and homes that fit your priorities. We help plan the route around your budget, everyday routine, and the questions you want answered. A weekday visit can work, too.
Before Discuss your timing, budget, and routine; agree on an itinerary.During Compare selected neighborhoods, everyday stops, and available homes.After Review what felt right and agree on a shortlist and next steps.
Visits are arranged in advance, subject to availability. You arrange and cover your travel and meals. Scope and any applicable agreements are discussed in advance. Palm Beach visits are planned separately.
A FEW THINGS YOU MAY BE WONDERING
Before we talk
And if your question isn’t here,
we’d be happy to talk it through.
Do I need to be ready to move?+
No. We can begin with your questions, even if your timeline is still taking shape. A first conversation helps establish what would be useful now and what can wait.
Can you help if I’m not in Florida yet?+
Yes. We offer virtual consultations and can discuss virtual property tours, a focused in-person visit, and introductions to relevant local service providers.
What if I want to rent before buying?+
We can help with annual rentals as you settle in and get to know the area. You do not need to commit to a future purchase to receive thoughtful service.
How will I know what’s happening?+
Active clients receive a scheduled weekly update and important developments as they arise. You’ll know what has happened, what needs a decision, and who is handling the next step.
When can we speak, and in which language?+
Canopy & Acre is available Monday–Saturday, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Eastern Time, in English or Spanish. If we miss you, we’ll arrange a time for a fuller conversation.
How do fees and representation work?+
We discuss the scope of service, representation, and any applicable fees or agreements before you commit. Ask us to explain anything you would like to understand in more detail.
WHEREVER YOU ARE IN THE PROCESS
What would you
like to figure out?
A possible sale. A property you found. A move that’s still an idea.
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