Why Live in Olympia Heights
Olympia Heights is a neighborhood known for its cultural heritage and suburban lifestyle, originally established for returning World War II veterans. The area is characterized by midcentury modern ranch homes, some with waterfront views on Lake Catalina, Bluebird Lake, and Blue Lake, and features occasional Spanish Revival touches. Shopping and dining options are abundant along Bird Road, including Publix, Target, Sedano’s Supermarket, and popular eateries like La Carreta and Dona Paulina. For things to do, residents can visit Bird Bowl Bowling Center for bowling, billiards, and arcade games, or Lincoln’s Beard Brewing Co. for comedy nights and local brews. Tropical Park offers a no-leash dog park, equestrian facilities, and the Westchester Cultural Arts Center. Smaller parks like Tropical Estates Park and Blue Lakes Park provide additional recreational opportunities. The neighborhood is safer than the national average and is well-connected with major thoroughfares like Bird Road, Palmetto Expressway, and SR-874, making downtown Miami accessible within 15 miles. The nearest hospital, HCA Florida Kendall Hospital, is 3 miles away, and Miami International Airport is 12 miles northeast. Students attend highly rated schools such as Blue Lakes Elementary, which offers a specialized program for students with autism, Riviera Middle School, and Southwest Miami Senior High School.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Olympia Heights a good place to live?
Olympia Heights is a good place to live, receiving 4.1 stars from its residents. Olympia Heights is considered somewhat walkable and bikeable with some transit options. Olympia Heights is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 2, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Olympia Heights has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 5.9 people per acre and a median age of 46. The average household income is $112,027 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 35.2% of residents. A majority of residents in Olympia Heights are home owners, with 17.6% of residents renting and 82.4% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Olympia Heights can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Olympia Heights neighborhood guide.
Is Olympia Heights, FL a safe neighborhood?
Olympia Heights, FL is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 2 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Olympia Heights?
The median home price in Olympia Heights is $825,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $165,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.37%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $4,120 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $177K a year to afford the median home price in Olympia Heights. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Olympia Heights is $112K.
What are the best public schools in Olympia Heights?
The best public schools that serve Olympia Heights are:
What are the best private schools in Olympia Heights?
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Are home prices dropping in Olympia Heights?
Yes, home prices in Olympia Heights are down 2% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Olympia Heights, FL
On average, homes in Olympia Heights, Miami sell after 86 days on the market compared to the national average of 58 days. The median sale price for homes in Olympia Heights, Miami over the last 12 months is $730,000, down 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$730,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$750,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$197,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$468
Number of Homes for Sale
17
Last 12 months Home Sales
95
Median List Price
$825,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
6%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-4%