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Miami Beach Loses Population (-13%) While Jacksonville Grows (18%)

Miami Beach Loses Population (-13%) While Jacksonville Grows (18%)

Introduction: Deepblocks’ Early-Stage Analysis Pipeline We’re excited to share two new AI-generated reports from our Deepblocks AI analysis pipeline, which aims to provide real-time real estate insights for every city in the United States—all at once. These two articles focus on opposite ends of the population spectrum in Florida: Miami...

Miami Beach Will Flood from Biscayne Bay, Not the Atlantic Ocean

Miami Beach Will Flood from Biscayne Bay, Not the Atlantic Ocean

Introduction: A Reality Check on Miami’s Flood Threat In our previous post, we showcased an AI-generated image depicting Miami Beach’s iconic Ocean Drive fully submerged, with amphibious cars cruising where streets once stood. While that vision reflected a broader concern about sea-level rise in Miami, our latest Deepblocks software analysis...

AI Predicts Miami Will Need Cars That Drive on Water

AI Predicts Miami Will Need Cars That Drive on Water

A Surreal Glimpse of Miami’s Future? Recently, an AI-generated image showed Miami Beach’s iconic Ocean Drive submerged, with cars gliding over the water instead of asphalt. What’s most intriguing is that this image was produced using a single-word prompt—“Miami.” No additional context, no mention of climate change or amphibious vehicles....

Transforming Real Estate Development with AI

Transforming Real Estate Development with AI

Welcome to Deepblocks, where we’re redefining how real estate development opportunities are identified and analyzed. For our new followers, this post offers a comprehensive look into who we are, what we do, and how our AI-powered platform is transforming the real estate industry. Who We Are: AI-Driven Real Estate Analysis...

Zoning Changes in South-West Coconut Grove: Unlocking New Development Potential

Zoning Changes in South-West Coconut Grove: Unlocking New Development Potential

Introduction: New Opportunities in South-West Coconut Grove Recent zoning changes in South-West Coconut Grove, Miami, have dramatically increased the development potential of properties in the neighborhood. Our Zoning Signal algorithm has identified a cluster of properties that stand to benefit significantly from these changes, highlighting new opportunities for growth and...

Zoning Signal: Unlocking Insights into Miami's Changing Development Landscape

Zoning Signal: Unlocking Insights into Miami's Changing Development Landscape

Significant Zoning Changes in Miami (2023-2024) Our new algorithm, Zoning Signal, found intriguing insights into Miami's zoning changes between 2023 and 2024. Among the most significant findings are properties that underwent district name changes, signaling comprehensive transformations in their development potential and influencing surrounding areas to follow suit. A total...

Tracking Zoning Changes: A New Algorithm for Real Estate Investment Insights

Tracking Zoning Changes: A New Algorithm for Real Estate Investment Insights

Introducing Zoning Signal: A Game-Changer for Real Estate Investments We are automatically tracking zoning changes and their impact on real estate investments. Between 2023 and 2024, 5,627 properties in the City of Miami experienced zoning changes that affected their potential buildable area. I'm excited to introduce Zoning Signal, an algorithm...

Unlocking Development Potential: Exploring Underutilized Properties in Wynwood-Edgewater

Unlocking Development Potential: Exploring Underutilized Properties in Wynwood-Edgewater

Spotlighting Miami-Dade County’s Underutilized Properties Our latest algorithm has spotlighted underutilized properties in Wynwood-Edgewater. In this exercise, I focus on identifying owners with the most significant capacity for residential development. We've uncovered some intriguing insights by organizing the data by owner name and calculating the allowable units per property group....

Transforming Zoning Arbitrage: How Digitization and AI Enable Scalable Opportunities

Transforming Zoning Arbitrage: How Digitization and AI Enable Scalable Opportunities

The Shift from Manual Research to Automated Zoning Detection Traditionally, zoning arbitrage has been labor-intensive, requiring extensive manual research into local zoning laws, property records, and development potential. However, digitizing zoning regulations across multiple cities revolutionizes this landscape, enabling the automation and scaling of zoning arbitrage detection. Digitizing zoning regulations...

Zoning Arbitrage: Unlocking Hidden Value in Real Estate Investments

Zoning Arbitrage: Unlocking Hidden Value in Real Estate Investments

Understanding Zoning Arbitrage Zoning arbitrage refers to capitalizing on differences in zoning regulations to maximize the value or profitability of real estate investments. This strategy involves identifying properties where the current zoning laws either undervalue the property's potential or are likely to change in a way that increases the property's...

Maximizing Development Potential at Mana Wynwood: A Study in Strategic Design and Zoning

Maximizing Development Potential at Mana Wynwood: A Study in Strategic Design and Zoning

Integrating Density While Preserving Key Features Building on my previous exploration of underutilized properties in Wynwood-Edgewater, I dove deeper into the Mana Wynwood site to assess its development potential. The primary objective of this study was to determine how we could accommodate all permitted units on the site. To achieve...

"Spotting Seller Leads Through Underutilized Properties: A Strategic Guide for Real Estate Professionals"

"Spotting Seller Leads Through Underutilized Properties: A Strategic Guide for Real Estate Professionals"

Underutilized Properties as Seller Lead Signals Identifying early signals for seller leads can provide agents and developers with a significant advantage. One such indicator is recognizing underutilized properties. Here’s why these properties present a valuable opportunity for real estate professionals: Development Potential Exists: Many properties have untapped development capacity that...

Embracing AI in Architecture and Beyond: Innovating for a Sustainable Future

Embracing AI in Architecture and Beyond: Innovating for a Sustainable Future

Introduction Last week, I participated in a panel discussion on the intersection of artificial intelligence and the future of cities. Amidst the varied perspectives, a central concern emerged: the fear of AI's impact on traditional roles and industries, particularly in architecture. The Future of Architecture in an AI-driven World The...