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Overtown

Overtown

$356,390 Average Value
$440 Average Price per Sq Ft
10 Homes For Sale

Overtown features historic landmarks and cultural events

Overtown has deep roots as a cultural and entertainment hotspot in the heart of Miami, with landmarks and institutions that reflect its history. The neighborhood’s creative energy shows in places like the Overtown Performing Arts Center, which hosts concerts, community gatherings and film screenings. Longstanding local restaurants offer soul food and Caribbean-inspired dishes, while Gibson Park serves as a central gathering place with its sports fields and recreation center. With preserved historic sites and ongoing reinvestment, the area maintains a strong sense of identity and community.

The Historic Lyric Theater hosts performances and events in the neighborhood.
The Historic Lyric Theater hosts performances and events in the neighborhood.
Overtown is known for its culture and arts near downtown Miami.
Overtown is known for its culture and arts near downtown Miami.
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What buyers can expect from the local housing market

Overtown’s housing includes multifamily buildings, condos and a small selection of single-family homes spread across a dense urban area. Construction dates range widely, with homes dating as far back as the 1920s and newer builds from the 2020s. Most condos are in low-rise or garden-style buildings. They often have patios or balconies, and some complexes feature community pools, basketball courts and playgrounds. Prices typically range from the upper $100,000s to the upper $300,000s. As for single-family homes, most are small cottages or bungalows, with prices ranging from the mid-$200,000s to the mid-$700,000s. The neighborhood has a significant amount of vacant lots for sale, and there is at least one high-rise condo building under construction, signaling that housing is still actively evolving.

Homes in Overtown include a mix of condos.
Homes in Overtown include a mix of condos.
Overtown features low-rise and mid-rise condos.
Overtown features low-rise and mid-rise condos.
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What parks and recreation centers serve the community

Overtown has several green spaces for recreation. Gibson Park is a hub for sports, with a baseball field, football field and basketball courts. It also has a swimming pool, a playground and an indoor recreation center. The adjacent Overtown Youth Center offers a mix of activities, including clubs and after-school programs for local kids of all ages. The organization opened a new 62,000-square-foot building in 2024, tripling its previous capacity. “Ne-Yo performed, and Alonzo Mourning was there to speak, so a lot of ballers were there,” says Robbie Bell, a broker associate at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices with nearly 20 years of experience. “Tracy Wilson Mourning was there, too. They partnered together to build the youth center.” Other recreation sites include Williams Park and Henry Reeves Park, each featuring playgrounds and basketball courts.

Gibson Park is a large recreation site in the neighborhood with a soccer and football field.
Gibson Park is a large recreation site in the neighborhood with a soccer and football field.
Art and murals cover many of the buildings in Overtown.
Art and murals cover many of the buildings in Overtown.
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Popular soul food and comfort restaurants around the neighborhood

Overtown was a thriving section of Miami in the first half of the 20th century, before the construction of Interstate 95 displaced thousands of residents and businesses. “It was the place to be,” Bell says. While the highway caused some decline in the neighborhood, a selection of local businesses is keeping the community spirit alive. Some spots you can visit are:

  • Red Rooster Overtown, a Michelin Bib Gourmand restaurant featuring comfort food, live music and art
  • Jackson Soul Food, a neighborhood institution since 1946, serving fried catfish, oxtail and collard greens
  • Lil Greenhouse Grill, a former food truck turned cafe known for its seafood cakes and conch fritters
  • World Famous House of Mac, a casual spot with creative takes on mac and cheese
For groceries and other errands, you can shop at neighborhood stores such as Publix, Target and Aldi.

Red Rooster is a Michelin-recognized restaurant serving modern soul food.
Red Rooster is a Michelin-recognized restaurant serving modern soul food.
Soul food restaurants are among the most common eateries in Overtown.
Soul food restaurants are among the most common eateries in Overtown.
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Booker T. Washington Senior High School serves local students.
Booker T. Washington Senior High School serves local students.

Schools offer programs in STEM, business and hospitality

Miami-Dade County Public Schools serves Overtown. Younger students can attend Paul Laurence Dunbar K-8 Center, located just north of the neighborhood on Northwest 20th Street. Students then advance to Booker T. Washington Senior High School, which features an astronomy magnet program with a planetarium and a partnership with Florida International University. The school also offers academies in engineering, information technology, entrepreneurship and hospitality. Other education options include Theodore R. and Thelma A. Gibson Charter School, which serves students from kindergarten through fifth grade.

Residents can enjoy arts, culture and monthly gatherings

Overtown has a mix of festivals, performances and recurring social gatherings throughout the year. Here are some popular events:

  • Overtown Music & Arts Festival, a free celebration at Dorsey Park each July with live R&B, art displays and food vendors
  • Historic Overtown Legacy Trek, a guided monthly walk focused on wellness and local history, starting at the Black Archives Historic Lyric Theater
  • Urban Film Festival, a free annual event showcasing independent films at the Overtown Performing Arts Center over Labor Day weekend
  • Super Soul Saturdays, a brunch at Red Rooster Overtown with a DJ spinning ‘80s and ‘90s music on the first Saturday of the month

Easy access to Miami by Metrorail, bus and major roads

Overtown’s central location makes getting around the Miami area convenient by car or public transit. The area sits at the intersection of Interstate 95 and Interstate 395, providing direct routes to Downtown Miami and Miami Beach. The Metrorail system stops at the Historic Overtown/Lyric Theatre and Culmer stations, connecting the community to the wider county. Metrobus routes offer additional coverage. For travel to other major Florida cities, Brightline and Tri-Rail both serve the nearby MiamiCentral station.

Interstates 95 and 395 pass through the neighborhood, connecting to other points around Miami.
Interstates 95 and 395 pass through the neighborhood, connecting to other points around Miami.
Overtown is a well-connected community in central Miami.
Overtown is a well-connected community in central Miami.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Miami International

21 min drive

Train

Historic Overtown/Lyric Theatre

Bus

Northwest 8th Street & Northwest 1st Avenue - (Overtown Metrorail Station)

Bus

NW 2 Av & NW 10 St

Bus

Brightline Miami Central Station

Bus

NW 3 Av & NW 19 St

Bus

NW 17 St & 4 Av

Bus

NW 3 Av & NW 17 St

Bus

NW 7 Av & 11 St

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Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
681
Number of Homes for Sale
10
Median Year Built
1978
Months of Supply
4.80
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,306
Significantly below the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,343
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
906
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
733
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,227

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
56
Median Rent
$2,200
Median Single Family Home Rent
$1,650
Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$4,300
Median Townhouse Rent
$2,400
Median 3 Bedroom Townhouse Rent
$4,700
Median Condo Rent
$1,700
Median 2 Bedroom Condo Rent
$1,800

Demographics

Total Population
11,140
Median Age
36
Population Density
21 ppl/acre
Population under 18
27.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.1%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$27,796
Significantly below the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$36,914

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
72.5%
Below the national average
89%
College Graduates
17%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.9%
% Population in Labor Force
61.9%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
68''
Average Winter Low Temperature
62°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Fairly bikeable

Bikeability®

40 / 100

Very walkable

Walkability®

80 / 100

Exceptional public transit

Transit®

90 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

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