South Miami is a small but desirable city wedged between Coral Gables and Pinecrest, with a walkable downtown anchored by the Shops at Sunset Place.
South Miami is a small but desirable city wedged between Coral Gables and Pinecrest, with a walkable downtown anchored by the Shops at Sunset Place. The residential market is dominated by quality single-family homes on tree-lined streets, with strong demand from families and University of Miami faculty.
Vibe: Walkable, established, family.
South Miami sits within Miami-Dade County, one of South Florida's most active real estate markets. South Miami sits in the mid-tier of its county's real estate market — offering strong value relative to the most expensive submarkets while still providing access to quality schools, amenities, and lifestyle. It's a popular target for families, move-up buyers, and investors. For a broader view of how South Miami compares to other Miami-Dade County cities, visit our Miami-Dade County overview or complete cities list.
Whether you're buying your first home in South Miami, selling a long-time residence, or looking for an investment property, our team brings local knowledge of every neighborhood, school zone, and submarket. Explore buyer services, view our seller strategy, or get a free home value estimate for your South Miami property.
South Miami is composed of 3 primary neighborhoods and subdivisions. Here's a quick guide to each — local character, price tier, and what makes them distinct.
Premium single-family neighborhoods near Coral Gables border.
Walkable downtown area near Shops at Sunset Place.
Family neighborhoods with mid-century single-family inventory.
Schools serving South Miami families. Florida Department of Education grades shown reflect the 2023-24 academic year — school zoning can change, so we recommend verifying the assigned school for any specific property before making an offer.
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Quick answers to the most common questions we get from buyers, sellers, and investors.
As of recent 2024 estimates, the median single-family home price in South Miami is approximately $880,000, with an average price per square foot around $485/sqft. Prices vary significantly by neighborhood, age, and condition; newer construction and larger lots command premium pricing. For current MLS-based pricing in a specific South Miami neighborhood, contact Divito Real Estate Group for a free, no-obligation market analysis.
Top schools serving South Miami include South Miami Senior High (Florida DOE grade B, Public 9-12); Sunset Elementary (Florida DOE grade A, Public K-5); South Miami Middle (Florida DOE grade A, Public 6-8 magnet). (Florida Department of Education school grades reflect the 2023-24 academic year.) School zones can change; we recommend verifying the assigned school for any specific South Miami property before you make an offer.
Average drive time from South Miami to Downtown Miami / Brickell runs approximately 10-40 minutes depending on neighborhood and time of day. South Florida traffic varies significantly by time of day and route. Brightline rail also provides commuter service between major coastal cities for buyers who prefer to skip I-95 traffic.
Florida property tax averages approximately 1.0% of assessed value statewide. Combined Miami-Dade County millage rates (county + city + school district + special districts) are typical of South Florida. Homestead Exemption can reduce taxable value by up to $50,000 for primary residences. HOA fees in master-planned and gated communities typically range from $150 to $500 monthly. For specific tax estimates on a South Miami property, contact our team — we'll pull the actual assessed value and current millage rate.
Popular South Miami neighborhoods include Cocoplum Circle area, Sunset, and Brewer Park area. Each has a distinct character, price tier, and amenity profile — see the Neighborhoods section above for details on each, or contact our team for help matching your priorities to the right South Miami neighborhood.
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