Modello community sprawls into the Redland agricultural area
Located in the southernmost part of Florida near the iconic Everglades is Modello, a countryside suburb within the greater Leisure City community. Although the heart of Modello is located right next to Route 1, or South Dixie Highway, the neighborhood also sprawls out into the Redland farming community. “This is the agricultural area of south Florida; we don’t really have a winter, so when people get their vegetables during the winter months – tomatoes, corn, cucumbers, peppers – it’s likely they came from down here,” says Maria Knapp, a local Realtor with LPT Realty. Knapp adds that the area is also known for growing tropical fruits, such as avocados. Just south of Modello is the city of Homestead, where residents can access numerous urban amenities, and less than 10 miles east is Biscayne Bay. Because much of this neighborhood is situated in the Redland area, homes here tend to sit on larger lots, and residential streets aren’t as densely packed.
Modello, FL, is where you'd lay down family roots.
Residents of Modello, FL, are close to the Redland Farmlands.
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Ranch-style homes with Mediterranean and Spanish architecture
Single-family homes here are primarily ranch-style houses with Mediterranean and Spanish-influenced architectural features, such as earth-tone stucco facades and low clay tile roofs. Common property amenities in this neighborhood include paved driveways, attached garages and backyard swimming pools. Because of its countryside setting, homebuyers interested in moving to Modello can also find a number of undeveloped lots and vacant land for sale. Closer to Route 1, residents can find a handful of townhouse complexes and apartment buildings, which have individual units that tend to cost somewhere in the $400,000s. Single-family homes typically start at around $500,000 and climb into the low $1 million range.
Wake up to a quiet neighborhood in Modello, FL.
Beautiful Spanish-revival style homes in Modello, FL, are perfect for a modern family.
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Cool off by the pool at South Dade Park
For those looking to get out and enjoy the Florida sunshine, Modello Park is a local recreation spot with several outdoor athletic facilities that accommodate baseball, basketball, soccer, football and tennis sports. Adjacent to South Dade Senior High School is South Dade Park, a large local park featuring an aquatic center and skate park. For kids, the South Dade Aquatic Center offers swimming lessons and a splash pad. South Dade Park also hosts after-school programs and summer camps for students. To get a glimpse of the natural Florida wilderness, Hattie Bauer Pineland Preserves spans 15 acres of preserved forestland home to a variety of native trees and local wildlife.
Enjoy the pool at South Dade Aquatic Center in Modello, FL.
Modello Park in Homestead, FL is a family oriented park.
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Magnet programs offered at South Dade Senior High School
Students in Modello are served by the South Region of Miami-Dade County Public Schools; young learners can jumpstart their academic journeys at Avocado Elementary School, which offers pre-kindergarten programs and receives a C-plus rating from Niche. Students can then attend South Dade Middle School, also rated C-plus, which feeds into the B-rated South Dade Senior High School, or SDSHS. Students attending SDSHS can enroll in various advanced academic initiatives and magnet programs, including an International Baccalaureate program, a Visual & Performing Arts program and several Professional Services programs focused on specific industries, such as culinary arts, agriculture and automotive.
Avocado Elementary in Homestead, FL has a student teacher ratio of 10 to 1.
South Dade Middle School in Homestead, FL has a wonderful diversity of students.
South Dade Senior High School in Homestead, FL has a wonderful diversity of students.
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Fresh produce and smoothies at Heritage Market
“We have plenty of grocery stores and stores for everyday living; I mean, we’ve got a Petco, a Kohl’s and lots of restaurants,” Knapp says. For groceries, residents can shop at Winn-Dixie or the Sabor Tropical Supermarket. Modello also has a Walmart Neighborhood Market that sells a range of retail items and household goods in addition to basic groceries. In the Redland area, locals can head to Heritage Market, a weekly farmer’s market, where they can browse a selection of fresh produce and enjoy a menu full of handcrafted food and drinks made with organic ingredients. Residents looking for a quick bite to eat can stop by Elote Lovers for street corn and other Latin-American favorites. A local staple and popular dining destination, the family-owned Shiver’s BBQ has been serving patrons authentic, hickory smoked barbecue for more than 60 years.
Enjoy a fun family day out at Heritage Market near Modello, FL.
Shiver's BBQ in Modello, FL, serves delicious ribs and sides.
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Explore the iconic sculpture garden at Coral Castle
Modello is home to the Coral Castle Museum, one of the area’s most iconic landmarks. As the name suggests, this outdoor sculpture garden was built entirely out of more than 1,000 tons of coral stones over the course of 28 years by a man named Ed Leedskalnin. Approximately 5 miles south, a popular racetrack draws visitors from all over: “The Homestead-Miami Speedway is part of the NASCAR circuit,” Knapp says. “It attracts lots of tourists to the Homestead area.”
Visit Coral Castle while living in Modello, FL.
Take a quick guided tour at Coral Castle in Modello, FL.
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Homestead Base is a nearby Air Force reserve
Route 1, also known as South Dixie Highway, serves as the main thoroughfare in this area, traveling approximately 30 miles north into Downtown Miami and south toward Key Largo. Miami International Airport is a 30-mile drive away, as well. Miami-Dade County operates Metrobus Route 70, which travels from Cutler Bay to Florida City and has multiple stops in Modello. “Homestead Base is a nearby Air Force reserve; they do a lot of training out there, and they put on a show once a year,” Knapp says.
Residents of Modello, FL, can rely on the Miami Metro Bus transit to help them get around.
Homestead Air Force Base is close by to Modello, FL.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Modello
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Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
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4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
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4
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Modello Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Modello, Everglades National Park sell after 129 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in Modello, Everglades National Park over the last 12 months is $675,000, up 10% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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