Joel Valencia
Keller Williams Capital Realty
(786) 699-8362
79 Total Sales
1 in Westhaven Heights
$245,000 Price
Westhaven Heights
On Hialeah's north side, HOA-free single-family properties fan out around gorgeous, glittering lakes and shape the community of Westhaven Heights. Now, while the majority of properties in Westhaven Heights are landlocked, folks can still get their boats, kayaks and canoes on the water at Amelia Earhart Park, a 515-acre park that's almost more water than it is land. Located less than 5 miles — or less than 10 minutes — away, this nearby recreational mecca has it all: bike trails, a playground, a fishing pier, a dog park, athletic fields, paddleboats, lush greenery and so much more. Of course, if you're just looking for a nearby spot to play some basketball or simply enjoy the balmy South Florida weather, G. C. Sparks Park, named after a former Hialeah mayor, is right in Westhaven Heights and spans approximately 9 acres. This neighborhood nook features tennis courts, artistically painted basketball courts, a playground, a baseball field, a multi-purpose field and a shaded pavilion.
As is typical in much of South Florida, you'll find mainly ranch-style homes along the sidewalk- and palm tree-lined streets of Westhaven Heights. That said, there is architectural variation between Spanish-inspired, Minimal Traditional and Midcentury modern designs. You'll find that many of these single-family properties date back to the 1950s and 1960s, giving them all authentic old Florida charm, especially when framed by tropical flora. A detached single-family home in Westhaven Heights can cost you anything between the high $400,000s to $840,000. A budget of $550,000 can land you a four-bedroom, two-bathroom, 1,764-square-foot ranch-style home. Common features include driveways, garages and in-ground pools, or more than enough room for an in-ground pool to be put in. It's Florida, after all.
Plenty of options for dining and shopping sit less than a mile south of Westhaven Heights, just across the canal. Westland Mall is jam-packed with fast-food options and well-known retailers, ranging from H&M and Aéropostale to Bath & Bodyworks and JC-Penny. This mall sits across the street from a Publix, and more stores that are convenient for day-to-day errands can be found less than a mile north of the neighborhood. And if you're feeling curious about local flavor, El Castillo De Las Frutas is an excellent example of the flavorful eateries surrounding Westhaven Heights. This homestyle Cuban restaurant boasts fast service, great prices and even better portions. Be sure to pair one of their delicious fruit juices with whatever item you order, whether it’s a classic Cuban sandwich or chicharrónes.
Westhaven Heights students can get their academic start at Marcus A. Milam K-8 Center. From there they can attend Palm Springs Middle School for grades six through eight or filter right into Hialeah-Miami Lakes Senior High after graduating from eighth grade. Rated with a B on Niche, Hialeah-Miami Lakes Senior High is home to a few magnet programs, such as the Legal Studies Academy. This program enriches students with the skills and coursework that will give them a leg up on the post-secondary pre-law track and any law-related fields; other magnet programs include the iPrep program and the Digital Media Technology and Entrepreneurship Academy.
Not too far from major highways Interstate 95 and the Palmetto Expressway, Westhaven Heights is a neighborhood worth exploring when moving to South Florida.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Joel Valencia
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Wesley Ulloa
Wesley Ulloa
Luxe Properties
(786) 329-4594
592 Total Sales
2 in Westhaven Heights
$550K - $800K Price Range
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Alberto Vasquez
Alberto Vasquez
Keller Williams Realty SW
(786) 741-7613
365 Total Sales
2 in Westhaven Heights
$215K - $550K Price Range
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Anaisha Rodriguez
Anaisha Rodriguez
Olaya International Realty LLC
(877) 815-3904
12 Total Sales
1 in Westhaven Heights
$154,000 Price
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Sixto Valenzuela
Sixto Valenzuela
Sixto Realty Group LLC
(877) 506-0844
22 Total Sales
1 in Westhaven Heights
$270,000 Price
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Bryant Grosso
Bryant Grosso
R House Real Estate
(786) 692-9483
40 Total Sales
2 in Westhaven Heights
$235,000 Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 8th
- Public
Parks in this Area
Goodlet Park
McDonald Park
Victor Wilde Community Center
Bucky Dent Park
Sparks Park
Garden of the Arts Park
Transit
Westhaven Heights Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Westhaven Heights, Miami sell after 71 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Westhaven Heights, Miami over the last 12 months is $600,000, up 30% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$610,000
Median Sale Price
$600,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$669,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$485,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$259,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
7%
Last 12 months Home Sales
25
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
30%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$350
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,771
Number of Homes for Sale
15
Median Year Built
1960
Months of Supply
7.20
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,716
Below the national average
1,925
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
958
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,029
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
616
Average Studio Size Sq Ft
144
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,840
Open Houses
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Saturday, Sep 2012 - 3pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
Condo Buildings
Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
5,535
Median Age
48
Population Density
12 ppl/acre
Population under 18
18.6%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$44,765
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$67,364
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
69.9%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
20.7%
Advanced Degrees
8.2%
% Population in Labor Force
47.2%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
63''
Average Winter Low Temperature
59°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
50
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
61
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
36
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Nearby Neighborhoods
Hialeah Acres
Midcentury homes and Cuban cuisine near downtown Miami
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