Why Live in Essex Village
Essex Village in Miami offers a mix of charming cottages and ranch-style homes from the 1940s to 1960s, set on compact lots. The neighborhood is more affordable than the city’s north side, with condos priced between $240,000 and the mid $300,000s, and single-family homes ranging from $500,000 to the mid $700,000s. Cuban Culture in Heritage Park, also known as Monument Park, is a notable green space on Hialeah Drive, featuring an outdoor museum with plaques and monuments honoring Cuban exiles. Babcock Park, a mile north, spans 19 acres and includes facilities for tennis, baseball, racquetball, basketball, and a community pool. Hialeah Drive, on the neighborhood’s north side, features fast-food chains, a Publix, and local Cuban eateries like Bryan Restaurant and Los Caneyes Restaurant. Nearby Miami Springs offers dining options such as Paco’s Way, known for Spanish cuisine and live Flamenco performances. Essex Village is strategically located near Le Jeune and Okeechobee Road, providing access to the Airport and Dolphin Expressways. Downtown Miami is less than 10 miles away, Miami International Airport is 3 miles away, and Hialeah Hospital is 2 miles away. Public transportation is available via the Hialeah Market Tri-rail station and bus stops along Le Jeune Road. The neighborhood is served by Miami-Dade County Public Schools.