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Waterfront homes, strong heritage and convenient access to the 305’s best
Homeowners searching for a balance between cost and convenience can find it in Westwood Lakes. One of the multiple neighborhoods bridging Miami’s suburban west end with its more densely populated center, the area’s lush mangrove trees and carefully arranged waterways point to a lifestyle of everyday comfort. Like its neighboring communities in Westchester and Olympia Heights, Westwood Lakes is deeply linked to the local Cuban American, Latino and Hispanic populations, while also holding a welcoming appeal for students at the nearby Florida International University, retirees and everyone in between. “It’s all about the location,” says veteran Miami Realtor Salvatore Davide, who has sold homes in Westwood Lakes and greater Miami for more than 15 years.
Single family homes overlooking the lake at Westwood Lakes are very popular.
Westwood lakes is a community of single family homes in the West side of Miami.
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Local eats and big-box shopping close to home
Westwood Lakes’ location along Bird Road places residents close to many dining and shopping options. Local picks include Good Chef Restaurant for Asian fusion fare, Shorty’s BBQ and the El Toro Loco Churrascaria food truck for smoky meat dishes and El Riconcito Latino for traditional Cuban dining. Typical fast food choices like Starbucks, Subway, Checkers and Wendy’s are also available nearby. Residents can pick up everyday needs at Winn-Dixie, CVS Pharmacy y Mas, Publix and Festival Supermarket locations just north of the neighborhood. The Concord Shopping Plaza nearby also hosts Dollar Tree and Big Lots stores. More options such as Target and Navarro Pharmacy are available to the east of the neighborhood near Olympia Heights.
Shorty's BBQ is found on Bird Rd and a Westwood Lakes favorite for BBQ.
Westwood Lakes residents can grab all their grocery needs at Publix Supermarket.
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Live music, bowling and movies
East of the neighborhood on Miller Drive, The Fish House restaurant hosts BackRoom Live, a series of live music nights featuring Miami bands and artists in various styles, from jazz and rock to blues and reggae. Other options for nights out include movies at the AMC Tamiami 18 cinema to the north and Bird Bowl for bowling, arcade games and pool to the east.
Many residents grab a cold beer and watch some sports at Sports Grill in Westwood Lakes.
Westwood Lakes residents can enjoy some bowling at Bird Bowl.
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Colorful ranch homes with Spanish and midcentury modern touches
Ranch-style properties with midcentury modern and Spanish-influenced exteriors make up most of the home stock in Westwood Lakes. Buyers can find homes with stucco archways and red tile roofs on one block and striking dwellings with low-pitched roofs and carports on the next. Contemporary updates unify the area’s homes, with many properties including open or semi-open floorplans. Sales on properties in Westwood Lakes are rare, with many locals being longtime residents. Prices vary based on renovations and homes’ connections to the nearby lake systems, generally ranging from the high $490,000s to about $800,000.
Many of the single family homes in Westwood lakes offer manicured lawns.
Westwood Lakes street with two Spanish influenced home next to each other.
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Ball games and swim lessons
Westwood Park offers places to play tennis, baseball and basketball near the neighborhood's south side on 53rd Terrace. Tropical Estates Park provides a playground and pool for public use near 48th Street. Locals can also find a variety of parks to the east of the neighborhood, including Tropical Park, which offers access to four lakes, an equestrian center and a variety of athletic fields and facilities.
Pool at Tropical Estates Park in Westwood Lakes.
Westwood park offers a large children's playground for Westwood Lakes residents to enjoy.
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Convenient travel with Bird Road and the Turnpike
Westwood Lakes is connected to two major Miami highways: Southwest 40th Street/Bird Road on the neighborhood's north side and the Ronald Reagan Turnpike to the east. Residents can expect a 14-mile drive east to central Miami for work and play. The nearest hospital, HCA Florida Kendall Hospital, is just west of the neighborhood on Bird Road. Miami International Airport is 14 miles northeast of Westwood Lakes for travel beyond the Miami area. Metrobus stops are available along Bird Road, Miller Drive and Southwest 112th Avenue.
Many residents of Westwood Lakes prefer to take public transportation to easily get around.
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Magnet learning at Miami-Dade schools
The Miami-Dade Public Schools system serves public school students in the Westwood Lakes area. Tropical Elementary School has a student-teacher ratio of 13:1 and earns a B grade on Niche. The B-ranked Riviera Middle School offers two magnet programs for students to choose from, titled Science Technology Imagineering Robotics and Multimedia Industry Experience. Southwest Miami Senior High School offers programs in science, information technology, medical education, and finance. The school earns a B-plus grade on Niche.
Miami Southwest Senior High educated older students in the Southwest side of Miami.
Riviera Middle School offers education to students that have finished their elementary studies.
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Important info to know
Westwood Lakes is about 3 miles south of Florida International University’s main campus in University Park. The third-largest university in the state, students can choose from more than 130 degrees across its undergraduate and graduate offerings. FIU earns an A grade on Niche. Residents living near major traffic hot spots such as 56th Street, Miller Drive and Bird Road may experience higher noise levels than other areas in Westwood Lakes.
Westwood Lakes residents are just a short drive from the FIU stadium hosting plenty of events.
FIU is just a short drive from Westwood Lakes providing higher education opportunities.
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On average, homes in Westwood Lakes, Miami sell after 57 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Westwood Lakes, Miami over the last 12 months is $685,000, up 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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