Little Haiti
Modern development alongside Little Haiti Cultural Complex, Caribbean Marketplace
The Little Haiti Cultural Complex is the focal point of the community. The complex, which features colorful buildings designed in the distinctive Gingerbread architectural style, opened in 2006 as a way for residents to immerse themselves in Afro-Caribbean culture. The main building features the Laundromat Art Space, an artist-run studio and exhibition gallery that focuses on developing local artists. The 9,000-square-foot Caribbean Marketplace was designed as a modern replica of Port Au Prince’s Iron Market, and it is a popular commercial hub. Amid the comforting sounds of Caribbean music, visitors can shop for authentic Haitian arts and crafts, fresh produce and street food. “The cultural mood is omnipresent,” Grossman says. The neighborhood has managed to maintain its Old World character, but a changing landscape is on the horizon with the presence of the Magic City Innovation District. Upon completion of the 18-acre complex, the neighborhood’s northeast corner will be home to 340,000 square feet of contemporary retail space and more than 2,600 residential units. In addition, Oolite Arts, one of Miami’s oldest art organizations, plans to build its new $30 million headquarters just blocks away in the Little River neighborhood. “The Haitian community has been part of Miami for many years,” says Iliana Abella of Compass, LLC, who has worked in the Miami market for more than three decades. “It’s a hard-working community, and it is not totally happy with gentrification. But that’s the inevitable growing pains as the city expands.” Relatively affordable prices for commercial space have sped up the expansion. “The area has never really been a destination until recently, but it’s become a cheaper alternative to downtown, Brickell or Midtown,” says Steven Kupchan, real estate advisor for One Sotheby’s International who sells property throughout the Miami area.
Investment has resulted in rising prices
It's not culture, but housing where the changing landscape of the neighborhood is most apparent. While there are still homes in the $300,000 to $500,000 range, most of the neighborhood’s property is either being renovated or torn down and replaced with new housing. “Investors are going in at a time when there is interest in gentrification, and they want a deal,” Grossman says. “In this day and age, everyone is looking for a deal.” That includes current residents, who are incentivized to sell as prices rise. “We had an open house the other day and a neighbor stopped by who was interested in buying the property,” Grossman adds. “Residents know what’s happening. They’re inviting the gentrification.” The majority of properties are now priced from the low $800,000s to as much as $1.5 million. And new construction continues to pop up, highlighted by contemporary townhouses starting at $1.2 million and large modern-style homes priced in the mid-$2,000,000s.
Clive's Cafe, Piman Bouk Haitian Restaurant highlight several dining options
When it comes to food, the Haitian influence remains strong. The neighborhood is full of Caribbean shopping destinations such as Bawa Food Market and Zubi Supermarket. Next to Zubi is Clive’s Café, a Miami staple for decades. The original location in nearby Wynwood closed in 2013, but the second location has been serving Little Haiti residents since 2004. Other featured neighborhood eateries include Chef Creole Seasoned Restaurant and Piman Bouk Haitian Restaurant, which is nationally known for its homemade hot sauce.
Neighborhood's L’Ouverture Elementary named after Haitian hero
Toussaint L’Ouverture Elementary is a neighborhood school rated C-plus by Niche. Uniforms are required. Older students can attend Jose De Diego Middle, a C-rated school, and Miami Edison Senior High, also located in the neighborhood. The B-minus-rated school features the Upward Bound Math and Science Program, which prepares underserved teens for STEM education in college.Access to several small parks
Lemon City Park and Buena Vista Park are small neighborhood green spaces that offer playgrounds, basketball courts and youth programs at their recreation centers throughout the year. Little Haiti Soccer Park is a larger green space with several athletic fields. Morningside Park offers waterfront recreation less than 2 miles away.Walkable neighborhood near main highways and downtown
Residents can easily navigate the neighborhood on foot and conveniently travel in and out of it via bus. Little Haiti also is one of the areas served by the free Miami Trolley system. Nearby Interstate 95 provides direct access to downtown Miami about 5 miles south. Miami Beach is less than 10 miles away via I-195. Miami International Airport is a 7-mile drive from the neighborhood.


Agents Specializing in this Area
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Sacha Roude
The Lab Realty Group, LLC
(786) 936-3066
29 Total Sales
1 in Little Haiti
$440,000 Price
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SONIA ORJUELA
Nizz Realty Inc
(786) 788-8897
17 Total Sales
1 in Little Haiti
$465,000 Price
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Evgeny Obraztsov
RE/MAX 5 Star Realty
(954) 280-3756
41 Total Sales
2 in Little Haiti
$295K - $325K Price Range
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Doris Renae Allen
Miami 1 Realty, LLC
(844) 771-0216
6 Total Sales
3 in Little Haiti
$299K - $1.1M Price Range
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Michael Platon
Vera Realty LLC
(786) 751-7961
48 Total Sales
1 in Little Haiti
$3,100 Price
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Leon Damjanovic
Compass Florida, LLC
(786) 933-8673
38 Total Sales
1 in Little Haiti
$830,000 Price
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1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Little Haiti | US |
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Homicide | 7 | 4 |
Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
Assault with Weapon | 6 | 4 |
Robbery | 7 | 4 |
Burglary | 5 | 4 |
Motor Vehicle Theft | 6 | 4 |
Larceny | 4 | 4 |
Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Little Haiti Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Little Haiti, Miami sell after 54 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Little Haiti, Miami over the last 12 months is $320,000, down 22% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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