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Sweetwater is a quiet suburb with a colorful past
The small West Miami suburban sprawl of Sweetwater provides a residential enclave just minutes from the area's best attractions. The area's history began during the 1920s Florida land boom when the Miami-Pittsburgh Land Company bought acreage and laid out plans for the area. The 1926 hurricane and the following real estate bust put a stopper on those development plans. It wasn't until 1938, when Clyde Andrews acquired most of the area and started marketing it, that housing began to develop. Interestingly, a troupe of Russian circus performers became his main buyers, seeking a place to retire, and Sweetwater became known for its unique inhabitants.
Sweetwater glows red from the lines of Spanish-style roofs lining neighborhood streets.
Residents of Sweetwater take pride in their homes, and some have fun mailboxes.
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Transforming from rural to metro suburb with diverse housing options
For many years, the suburb was a sleepy little country town until several local changes dramatically transformed the area. In the 1970s, a major state university popped up in the south, along with two major expressways to the north and west. Sweetwater more than doubled in population, becoming a much more metropolitan suburb than before. Today, you'll find condominium units, townhouses and Mediterranean-influenced ranch-style homes in the area, with prices ranging from $250,000 to $1 million.
Some homes in Sweetwater are surrounded by lush palm trees and tall shrubbery.
Older ranch-style homes are found very commonly in Sweetwater in between Spanish Revivals.
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Public schools in the area hold steady B-range scores
Children attend Sweetwater Elementary School, which boasts a Niche rating of B. Next, kids attend Paul W. Bell Middle School, with a B-minus Niche rating. Teenagers attend Miami Coral Park Senior High School with a B-minus Niche rating.
Coral Park High School serves over 2000 Sweetwater students.
Sweetwater Elementary School has a 17:1 student-to-teacher ratio.
Paul W. Bell Middle School is a Cambridge Magnet School and also offers 16 different sports.
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Local parks offer sports, nature trails and cultural landmarks
Kids can play at the playground in Carlow Park. The park also boasts tennis, basketball and racquetball and is a favorite spot for resident ducks. When entering Dominos Park, you'll first be met with the smell of cigar smoke wafting in the air. Then, you'll be greeted with boisterous games of dominoes as this is the spot where residents come together for both popular Cuban pastimes. Just north of Sweetwater is The Women's Park, a beautiful park with a large lake as its focal point. Looping around the lake is a walking path, providing a scenic setting for a neighborhood stroll. Next to the park is the Roxcy O'Neal Bolton Women's History Gallery. Bolton was a women's rights activist in Florida in the 1960s and 70s. She helped launch the Florida National Organization for Women (NOW). She was behind the establishment of Women in Distress in 1972, a nonprofit agency providing services to women in crisis. She started the first neighborhood crime watch in the state to curb crimes against women. Bolton was inducted into the Florida Women's Hall of Fame in 1984 due to her many accomplishments for women's rights. The gallery in her name displays exhibits on prominent women in history. It also hosts the award-winning Girls Empowerment and Mentoring (G.E.M) Summer Arts Camp, a six-week camp helping young girls build fine art and leadership skills. Also within the park is a butterfly garden where locals can encounter the fluttering beauties.
Women's Park in Sweetwater was the first park in the US dedicated to women, and opened in 1992.
Carlow Park has walking paths and a tennis court for Sweetwater residents to enjoy.
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From Latin-inspired pastries to sushi, dining is eclectic
Residents flock to Holiday Plaza to taste Don Pan Flagler's Latin-inspired pastries. Japanese fare amongst anime-inspired décor can be found at Good Chef Restaurant, while Charles & Larry is the spot for comfort Venezuelan dishes.
Charles And Larry has delicious arepas and comfortable seating for Sweetwater residents.
Good Chef Restaurant serves sushi and Japanese curry to Sweetwater locals.
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Near FIU, Desirable Sweetwater neighborhood, this beautifully maintained home offers the perfect combination ofspace, style, and functionality. Featuring 3 spacious bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, the designed layout is idealfor everyday living. Enjoy a bright and airy living area, a modern kitchen with ample cabinetry, and a generousbackyard complete with a fully equipped outdoor
Spacious and updated 2-bedroom, 1-bath condo located in the Agua Dulce community on the third floor, conveniently located near Florida International University (FIU). The unit features a remodeled kitchen, updated bathroom, tile floors throughout, and is in excellent condition. It also offers impact windows for added safety, energy efficiency, and peace of mind. Recently painted and move-in
Excellent Location! Sweetwater, Miami-Dade enjoys a superb location just minutes from Florida International University (FIU), Dolphin Mall, International Mall, and major highways.Close to Miami International Airport, schools, restaurants, and shopping centers, it offers unmatched convenience and connectivity.The area’s strong rental demand and urban growth make it a smart investment
Stunning, Fully Remodeled Townhouse Near FIU - Your Dream Home Awaits! Step into luxury with this completely remodeled townhouse, perfectly situated in a central location! Just a short walk from FIU, this home offers unparalleled convenience for students, faculty, and anyone seeking a vibrant lifestyle. The new kitchen features all modern touches, new appliances and stylish finishes. Enjoy
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Renovated and Remodeled Charming modern two-story corner townhouse in a gated community, ideal for a family looking for a dream home or an investor seeking a prime opportunity. This home offers 3 bedrooms, 2 stylishly updated bathrooms with glass shower doors, spacious closets, and a bright, open floor plan with porcelain floors. Enjoy the convenience of in-unit laundry and assigned parking in
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Beautiful top-floor corner residence with a balcony, just steps from the beach. This bright, completely furnished apt features marble floors, motorized window shades, an open kitchen, and an in-unit washer/dryer. One garage parking space plus an additional same-floor storage unit are included. The Cosmopolitan is a full-service, pet-friendly community offering secure access with an attended
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Discover your new apartment home in Miami, Florida. With a location on NW 7th St., residents can easily connect with a number of points of interest within a few miles. At 7 West Apartments, you'll have access to a variety of amenities and features including newly upgraded kitchens, tile floors, private balconies, and yards and a swimming pool. Attending FIU? 7 West has a CATS stop at the front of
Freshly painted and ready for occupancy. This 1 Bed+Den/1.5 bath residence is situated in the highly sought-after South of Fifth neighborhood. The unit boasts marble floors, granite kitchen countertops, stainless steel appliances, custom closet cabinetry, enhanced sound and lighting system, an in-unit washer/dryer, an open balcony, and comes with one garage parking space. Full amenities include a
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University Park owes its name to Florida International University, home of the Panthers. This college community is not only a hub for student activity but a self-contained suburb, complete with side-walk-lined streets, parks, schools, shopping and dining. “It’s a really friendly, welcoming, family-oriented area,” says Cesar Villarreal, a local Realtor with Keller Williams Capital Realty. “Home values are increasing rapidly there. Miami’s got two main universities. FIU is the newer, public one. A lot of it was built out in the 2000s, and it’s still developing. So, you have this modern campus to explore and all these businesses popping up around it. Everything is only a few minutes away. It’s super central.”
Single-family homes in University Park range from around $500,000 for ranch-style homes and bungalows to $1.9 million for estate-style residences. While some properties date back to the 1950s, most homes in the community were built between the 1960s and ‘90s. Most are also free of HOAs. “Believe it or not, a house built in the ‘70s is pretty new compared to, like, Coral Gables, where most homes are from the ‘20s and ‘50s,” Villarreal says. “So, these houses have features that weren’t really in style in earlier decades, like garages and master bedrooms with en suite bathrooms.” Spanish eclectic architecture — characterized by barrel roof tiles, stucco siding and arches — is the neighborhood’s predominant style. Two-story homes are available, but most of the housing stock is ranch-style. Remodels and renovations blend Spanish eclectic and contemporary styles in some properties, while others are wholly transformed by streamlined, modern architecture. Lot sizes are typically small, less than a quarter acre. Driveways are standard; garages are common. Multifamily properties, such as townhouses and condos, are in the neighborhood, too, ranging in price from $240,000 to the low $400,000s.
University Park is served by Miami-Dade Public Schools. The neighborhood’s primary schools, Coral Park Elementary and Royal Palm Elementary are rated B-plus on Niche. The middle schools, Rockaway Middle and Riviera Middle, are rated B. Miami Coral Park Senior High, rated B, and Southwest Miami Senior High, rated B-plus, are the last stops on this K-12 line. Both schools feature magnet programs students can apply for to focus on their areas of interest, from Southwest Miami’s Programming Academy to Miami Coral Park’s Architecture Magnet.
There’s plenty of room for recreation in University Park, whether participating or spectating. Panthers fans can follow their favorites from the stands of Riccardo Silva Stadium and the Ocean Bank Convocation Center. The neighborhood's biggest green space is Tamiami Park, right by the university. It has sand volleyball, basketball, tennis and pickleball courts, as well as soccer, baseball and softball fields. There’s also a community pool to cool off from the hot South Florida sun. Concord Park is smaller and less crowded on the weekends. Residents utilize its ballfield, outdoor fitness zones, walkways, and basketball courts.
FIU opened in 1972 and grew to define University Park. Its beautifully landscaped public campus is University Park’s centerpiece, featuring libraries and green spaces that residents are free to enjoy. The grounds around the Patricia and Phillip Frost Art Museum are particularly scenic, home to an outdoor sculpture garden titled the “Avenue of the Arts.” Paved walkways lead visitors past avant-garde sculptures made of stainless steel, bronze, marble and more. Inside the Patricia and Phillip Frost Art Museum are its fixed collections, including Haitian and Cuban paintings, multi-media installations by self-taught Miami artists, 1960s and ‘70s American printmaking and pre-Columbian artifacts.
Resident foodies enjoy the array of local, chain and university-run eateries around University Park. Dos Croquetas is a family-owned business established in 2016 to bring delicious, handcrafted croquettes to Miami. It was a hit, largely thanks to the buzz generated by the Food Network and other outlets. Añejo Restaurant & Bar is popular for its elegantly plated Cuban cuisine and calendar of live performances. Night Owl Cookies is a late-night favorite with a menu of warm, homemade, ooey-gooey goodies. For running errands, University Park has two Publix supermarkets, a Winn-Dixie and multiple pharmacies. Local doctors’ practices are also in the neighborhood.
University Park residents have immediate access to the Tamiami Trail, which can lead them 15 miles east to Downtown Miami and connect them to the nearby Palmetto Expressway. Miami International Airport is also close by, only 10 miles from the heart of the community. Dade County Metrobus stops can be found along major roads like Coral Way, making carless commutes convenient.
Property Mix - Square Feet
Sweetwater Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
17,931
Median Age
45
Population Density
49 ppl/acre
Population under 18
18.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$47,979
Significantly below the national average
$79,601
Average Household Income
$59,376
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
64.7%
Below the national average
89%
College Graduates
21%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.8%
% Population in Labor Force
63.2%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
68''
Average Winter Low Temperature
62°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®®
30/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®®
7/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®®
31/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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