About 20 miles from the hustle and bustle of Miami, Kendale Lakes is a suburban enclave filled with winding residential streets and green space. The suburb sits in the center of Miami-Dade County, right next to Florida’s Turnpike, one of the main thoroughfares for the state, giving residents easy access to Miami and its many suburbs. The community’s proximity to the Everglades gives it a quiet, tucked-away feel that’s becoming more and more difficult to find in South Florida. “It’s near everything, yet it’s really secluded,” says Martin Rodriguez, a real estate agent with Homeside Realty who sells throughout the Miami area. “Kids can play in the street, and the schools are really good.”
Kendale Lakes is a suburban enclave filled with winding residential streets and green space.
Kendall Lake is in the northwest part of the Kendale Lakes neighborhood.
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Modest ranch-style homes, plus larger estates in Horse Country subdivision
Ranch-style homes are common in the community, plus homes with touches of contemporary, Minimal Traditional or Spanish Eclectic style. Most homes were built between 1970 and 1990, sitting close together on landscaped lots lining quiet residential streets. The upscale Horse Country subdivision, in the northeast corner near multiple equestrian centers, boasts multimillion-dollar estates on sprawling, gated lots. However, the median price for single-family homes in Kendale Lakes is about $725,000. Townhouses are also available throughout the community, with a median price of about $445,000.
Decorate your home to your liking in Kendale Lakes.
Stucco homes with tile roof are common in Kendale Lakes.
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Highly rated Miami-Dade County Public Schools
Miami-Dade County Public Schools receive an A-minus on Niche. The district is the third-largest in the country, boasting a graduation rate of 95.2%. Private schools in the area include Westwood Christian School, rated A-minus, and Calusa Preparatory School, rated B-minus.
Westwood Christian School located in the Kendale Lakes neighborhood.
An alternate entrance to Calusa Preparatory.
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Kendale Lakes Park among the community's many green spaces
Among the many parks in the community, Kendale Lakes Park stands out for its playground and pickleball courts. McMillan Park features baseball and soccer fields, which are often busy with youth sports leagues. Golfers tee off at Miccosukee Golf & Country Club.
Miccosukee Golf Club has a great, well-maintained course where you can practice your game.
McMillan Park offers a baseball field for residents.
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Shopping, dining and entertainment along North Kendale Drive
Rodriguez says that a major perk of living in Kendale Lakes is avoiding Miami for a night out. “You don’t have to go into the city to find things to do; there are all kinds of restaurants, bars and a movie theater right there,” he says. Most of those things to do are located near North Kendale Drive and Florida’s Turnpike, where large shopping centers hold major retailers and restaurants, and Regal Kendall Village, where residents catch the latest blockbuster. North Kendale Drive also offers grocery stores and other retailers where residents pick up essentials. For those who want to brave the traffic, Miami’s bustling nightlife scene is about 20 miles away. Just outside the community is HCA Florida Kendall Hospital, and a few medical centers are located near North Kendall Drive and Florida’s Turnpike.
Residents enjoy regular programming at the Kendale Lakes Library
The Kendale Lakes branch of the Miami-Dade Public Library offers multiple events and classes for residents of all ages. Residents also head into Miami and surrounding cities for seasonal events.
The city of Miami keeps residents informed about hurricanes
Like most of South Florida, Kendale Lakes is susceptible to hurricanes. The city of Miami offers a hurricane guide on its website with multiple ways to prepare for extreme weather. Crime statistics for the suburb are not readily available.
Florida's Turnpike and the Metrobus keep residents moving
Florida’s Turnpike runs along the community’s east side and connects to the rest of South Florida. While most residents choose to drive, the Miami Dade County Metrobus stops along major thoroughfares like Southwest 88th Street and Lindgren Road. Miami International Airport is about 16 miles away.
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On average, homes in Kendale Lakes, FL sell after 76 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Kendale Lakes, FL over the last 12 months is $441,000, up 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Now available for rent: a spacious and well-maintained located in the desirable Horizons West community in Kendall. This fourth-floor corner unit offers elevator access, an open and airy layout, abundant natural light, and a private balcony with peaceful treetop views. The unit features a large primary bedroom with walk-in closet, an updated kitchen. Horizons West is a gated community offering
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