What life in Park West offers near downtown and the Biscayne Bay
The growing neighborhood of Park West in central Miami sits along Biscayne Bay, offering residents a wide selection of modern high rises, iconic landmarks and a boutique commercial scene. This little urban pocket offers a high-energy, walkable lifestyle minutes from Downtown Miami. Employment opportunities, commuter convenience and rental availability make it popular among students and young professionals, while a highly rated public school district supports local families.
The Park West and Downtown Miami skyline
The Phillip & Patricia Frost Museum of Science
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Ways Park West links residents to nearby Miami areas
Darin Feldman, owner and operating director of Insignia International Properties, says Park West is “the last piece of the puzzle to connect Brickell and downtown to the Midtown area. It's a pedestrian-friendly city hub.” Bike lanes and wide palm-tree-lined sidewalks lead residents from lobby entrances to cafes, shops and transit hubs. There are several modes of public transportation, including:
Metromover, a free, driverless mini-train running between the Media and Entertainment District and Brickell
Metrobus, a broad bus system linking Miami-area neighborhoods, beaches and suburbs
Tri-Rail, a regional commuter rail line that connects Miami with other South Florida cities
As for getting around by car, Feldman has some advice. “I’ve been here for 31 years now… checking the time is the first thing I do if I’m going anywhere in the city. Rush hour in the afternoon starts at 3:15 p.m. and goes until 6:30 or 7 p.m.,” he says. “You can’t do anything about it. Just plan.” Interstate 95 and Interstate 395 intersect a little over a mile away. Drivers can also access the Dolphin Expressway at that interchange, providing a direct route to Miami International Airport, less than 7 miles away.
Bayfront parks and museums offering quiet outdoor escapes
Park West is by no means a quiet neighborhood, but some bayfront spots help residents avoid feeling “swallowed up by the city,” as Feldman puts it. These artsy, scenic spots featuring waterfront views and artful ambiance include:
Maurice A. Ferré Park, a 28-acre green space that doubles as an open-air museum, displaying permanent and rotating art installations across picnic-perfect lawns
Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science, a six-level complex with a three-story aquarium, a planetarium and interactive exhibitions
Pérez Art Museum Miami, a contemporary art space with shaded terraces and softly lit galleries that showcase Miami’s cultural diversity
Maurice A. Ferré Park has dog runs for folks and their four-legged friends.
The Dogs and Cats Walkway and Sculpture Gardens at Maurice A. Ferré Park
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Prices dip as rental options and big projects attract newcomers
Park West’s median price is just under $700,000, down 9% from last year. The area is becoming increasingly popular with both renters and buyers, thanks to both population growth and major projects like the $6 billion Miami Worldcenter. Condo owners should expect typical HOA dues along with possible assessments, higher reserves, insurance increases, and rising amenity fees.
The neighborhood receives an overall 9 out of 10 CAP Index Crime Score, which is significantly higher than the national average of 4.
How condo prices vary by size, age and views in Park West
Age, condition, square footage and views shape pricing in Park West. The most budget-friendly homes are on the west side in The Madison, a 1989 mid-rise with condos from the low $200,000s to the mid-$300,000s. The luxury pedestal towers along Biscayne Boulevard, such as Marquis, 900 Biscayne Bay and Marina Blue, better reflect the neighborhood’s typical prices, with condos under 1,500 square feet ranging from the high $400,000s to the high $900,000s. Most units measuring more than 1,500 square feet run from around $800,000 to $2 million, but penthouse units with a couple thousand more square feet and Biscayne Bay views can push prices as high as $8.6 million.
Upscale, modern condo buildings have sprung up in Park West since the early 2000s.
Some condo units have waterfront views, with price tags to match.
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Dining, shopping and big‑name entertainment along Biscayne Boulevard
Park West blends neighborhood essentials with front-row access to big-ticket entertainment. Biscayne Boulevard is the neighborhood’s main strip, where eclectic restaurants sit at the base of sleek high rises. Pucci’s Pizza turns out classic New York-style slices, Pierogi One offers a menu of Polish comfort food and Sagrado Café leans into its Brazilian roots with baked goods, savory snacks and signature coffee blends.
Whole Foods is on the same corridor, about 2 miles from Bayside Marketplace, a waterfront mix of open-air shopping and popular eateries like La Industria Bakery & Café, a go-to for Latin American brunch. The Kaseya Center headlines local live entertainment. Beyond Miami Heat games, the massive arena has a packed rotation of high-profile events throughout the year, major concert tours, comedy shows, e-sports tournaments, award shows and cultural festivals.
Landmarks line Biscayne Boulevard.
Well-known retailers and other conveniences can be found on the ground floors of condo towers.
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Families have several school options near Park West
Miami-Dade County Public Schools is a highly rated district that serves Park West with several nearby schools, including Phyllis Wheatley Elementary School, Jose De Diego Middle School and Booker T. Washington Senior High School. The district offers families several ways to find the right school — from magnet school lotteries to capacity-dependent open-enrollment slots. There are multiple highly rated specialty schools nearby, such as New World School of the Arts, Law Enforcement Officers’ Memorial High School and the School for Advanced Studies’ Wolfson campus.
Frederick Douglass Elementary is in the adjacent Overtown neighborhood.
Jose De Diego Middle School is due north in Wynwood.
Booker T. Washington Senior High School has an aerospace magnet program, SpaceHUB, and an on-site planetarium.
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Crime and Safety
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Homicide
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4
Sexual Assault
9
4
Assault with Weapon
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4
Robbery
10
4
Burglary
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4
Motor Vehicle Theft
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Larceny
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Park West Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Park West, Miami sell after 130 days on the market compared to the national average of 54 days. The median sale price for homes in Park West, Miami over the last 12 months is $687,500, down 10% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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