Real Estate

Coral Gables Woman Hit With 106% Rent Increase After Property Sold To New Landlord: ‘I Couldn't Believe It'

"We never owned it, but it feels like home," said Espinoza.

April 21, 2022

The price hike takes a real toll on renters throughout South Florida. In Coral Gables, one woman is left scrambling to find somewhere to live after her new landlord raised her rent by more than 100%.

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Sara Espinoza has lived at her current home for 22 years. She resides on the top floor, and it’s a three-bedroom and two-bath, filled with family photos and memories.

“We never owned it, but it feels like home,” said Espinoza.

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