Sierra Mirada

Sierra Mirada has some of the “last accessible properties in the area for entry-level families who want to buy a home,” says Realtor/broker Walter Vivancos with Epic Choice Realty. With construction underway nearby on the new Miami Gardens City Center, a 35-acre site within walking distance of Hard Rock Stadium that’s due to be completed in 2025, it’s no wonder why Vivancos says, “The time to buy is now.” The new development will mean new apartments, a Formula One museum, a hotel and a new residential community only 2 miles from Sierra Mirada.

Currently, you can still find picture-perfect ranch-style houses in this Miami Garden’s neighborhood for between $330,000 and $530,000. Built mostly in the 1950s, these single-family homes feature gated front yards, architectural stone facades and trims, and enclosed garages or additions that add square footage. Homeowners here also enjoy large backyards for entertaining with pools or enough space for a pool. And there are no HOAs. Because many properties that go on the market fully updated, you may also find smart homes with EV car charging stations and remote-activated security systems, lighting and AC controls. “I see a lot of flippers in the neighborhood,” Vivancos says, “and not many investors.” Homes are being remodeled and being kept single-family instead of being demolished for large developments — and that’s a good sign for buyers with families.

Of the schools that serve Sierra Miranda, Norland Elementary offers the Cambridge International program, which helps students develop personal, local and global perspectives to make sense of the world and understand that there is more than one point of view. At Norland Middle, students with a strong interest in the arts can participate in the school’s visual and performing arts magnet program with opportunities to showcase their talents. And Miami Norland Senior High students can choose between several magnet programs, including sports medicine, which attracts students interested in athletic training. Students participate in community service projects and may become certified in American Red Cross standard first aid, CPR and professional lifesaving.

While Sierra Mirada is small, only about 1 square mile, it is big on recreational outlets. Snake Creek Trail passes beside the canal on the northern end of the neighborhood and offers a 6.5-mile paved walking/biking path for residents to enjoy. To the south is Cloverleaf Park, which features a 1,500-square-foot recreation center, a sun-shielded playground with slides, swings and jungle gyms, and a basketball court. Even farther south, Top Golf Miami Gardens is an entertainment destination with climate-controlled hitting bays, a sports bar and a restaurant, a great place to socialize with family and friends and improve your golf swing. In addition, Sunny Isles and Haulover beaches are less than 8 miles away.

For everyday needs, the Publix at Ives Dairy Crossing is part of a line of stores and restaurants that run down South State Road 7, including La Granja Miami Gardens, which serves Peruvian food and has been recognized as “The Best Peruvian Restaurant of the Year” and “Best Family Style Peruvian Restaurant” by Restaurant Review Magazine. On the same road, Peterson’s Harley Davidson prides itself on building relationships with its customers who live for the open road. Family-owned and operated for over 65 years, Peterson’s serves the Harley-Davidson community and sponsors events like the Key West Run and offers promotions like special financing or trade-in deals. For sports, world-class concerts, music festivals, big-time events and soon-to-be shopping, the Hard Rock Stadium and planned Miami Gardens City Center are just 2 miles from the neighborhood. Here, you can catch a Miami Dolphins or University of Miami Hurricanes game, attend the Miami Open tennis championship, see U2, Beyonce or Jay-Z play to packed audiences, or enjoy upscale shopping when City Center opens in 2025.

If you’re a first-time homebuyer looking for exceptional recreational outlets and a quality ranch-style home under $500,000, Sierra Mirada could be an ideal place to settle. With new shopping and entertainment venues going up nearby in 2025, buying a home here could also be a great investment for your future.

Written By

Christopher Kopczynski

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Gabor Kovacs

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Austin Lewis