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Suburban streets woven through the university
Deeply entwined with the University of Miami, Upper Riviera promises a homey residential community amid the energy of the campus. Spanish Colonial Revival villas, Greek Revival estates and traditional ranch-style homes populate this area north of campus, lawns peppered with palm ferns and shaded from the Florida sun by trees draped with Spanish moss. Florida sunshine sparkles off the canals that cut through the neighborhood, and the university energy pulses through the community. “There’s a lot of stuff that happens right there,” says Belinda Sime, Associate at Sime Realty Corporation and life-long area resident. “It’s a very central, good area.” Though the University of Miami does occupy much of the area, locals don’t need to be students to enjoy strolling the scenic suburban streets.
Aerial view of homes in the Upper Riviera neighborhood display their many different styles.
The residential streets of Upper Riviera are lined with trees.
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Right in the mix of Miami
“There are a few old mansions, but most houses are ‘40s, ‘50s, and ‘60s ranch-style,” Sime adds. Homes in Upper Riviera generally price between $1,000,000 and $2,000,000, with sprawling canal-side five-bedroom houses reaching as high as $5,000,000. These sit on sizeable lots with neatly manicured lawns surrounded by palm trees. The area is a hotbed of activity, with the University of Miami and the Riviera Country Club serving as central fixtures in neighborhood culture. “A lot of people go to baseball and basketball games,” Sime continues. “The country club is right there, so is Doctors Hospital – it’s right in the mix of it all.”
Many fine dinning options can be found on Giraldo Ave minutes from Upper Riviera.
The Shops at Merrick Park is a popular shopping destination for Upper Riviera residents.
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The distinguished schools of Upper Riviera
Students begin at George W. Carver Elementary School, an international magnet school that offers immersive programs in both Spanish and Italian and which earns an A-minus from Niche. They then move to Ponce de Leon Middle School, which rates a B and is a nationally designated GOLD STEM school. Coral Gables High School scores an A-minus and is home to a football program that has produced 19 athletes who have reached the NFL.
Coral Gables High sign
Henry S. West Laboratory School in Upper Riviera can be found on the University of Miami.
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Peacock Park and Gifford Arboretum
Two miles from Upper Riviera, Peacock Park lines the Atlantic coast. Locals head to this small gathering point to take advantage of the baseball fields, basketball and tennis courts, and the various after-school sports programs offered to area students. The university campus is also home to the Gifford Arboretum, where residents stroll in the shade of the hundreds of plants maintained for environmental education purposes.
The University of Miami is home to the John C. Gifford Arboretum.
Unique flowers can be seen at the John C. Gifford Arboretum at the University of Miami.
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Groceries and nights out on Magic City
The closest Publix to Upper Riviera is a little over 1 mile away, and just a couple miles further on Target can be found at the Dadeland Station shopping mall. The Shops at Merrick Park are just 1 mile outside of the neighborhood. This retail center is home to high-end retailers like Neiman Marcus and Nordstrom, and features dining options like Perry’s Steakhouse, where locals enjoy large meals in a relaxed atmosphere. Getting to downtown Miami is as quick as hopping on a Metrorail train, opening residents to all that Magic City has to offer.
Brassiere Central is a popular dinning option for many Upper Riviera residents.
Residents of Upper Riviera can grab some organic produce items from Whole Foods.
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All along the Metrorail
Upper Riviera homeowners have easy access to Interstate 95 while enjoying quiet seclusion from the noise of the highway. The University Metrorail stop is just over one mile from the residential areas. Orange line trains will head 7 miles north to Miami International Airport, while green line trains transport passengers to the electric atmosphere of downtown Miami and 13 miles north to Palmetto.
Many Upper Riviera residents can easily commute to and from the city on the Metrorail.
The Metrorail allows for easy transit to the airport or Downtown area.
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Music, history, art and more at U of M
Upper Riviera is home to a thriving cultural scene thanks to its proximity to the University of Miami just one mile out of the neighborhood. Lowe Art Museum, located on campus, features exhibits spanning 5,000 years of world art. History buffs can explore the Richter Library’s Cuban Heritage Collection to learn more about Miami’s storied background. Watsco Center hosts performances by significant musicians and comedians, as well as playing host to the University of Miami’s nationally renowned basketball team.
Upper Riviera is home to the University of Miami.
People walking across the Lakeside Walkway in Upper Riviera.
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From the Riviera Country Club to the Baptist Health Hospital
While the university plays a large part in attracting residents, it’s far from the only influence on Upper Riviera’s atmosphere. The Riviera Country Club also occupies a part of the neighborhood, offering a peaceful environment for residents to golf or relax by the pool. Baptist Health Doctors Hospital likewise sits in the community, drawing flocks of healthcare workers daily. This unique conflux of students, professionals and residents makes Upper Riveria a slice of Miami unlike any other.
The Riviera Golf Course runs through the Upper Riviera neighborhood.
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