Why Live in University Park
University Park in Sweetwater, named after Florida International University (FIU), is a vibrant college community with a mix of residential and commercial areas. The neighborhood features a variety of home styles, predominantly Spanish eclectic with barrel roof tiles and stucco siding, alongside ranch-style homes and modern renovations. Most homes were built between the 1960s and 1990s, with lot sizes typically under a quarter acre. University Park is served by Miami-Dade Public Schools, with highly rated institutions like Coral Park Elementary, Royal Palm Elementary, and Southwest Miami Senior High. For recreation, residents can visit Tamiami Park, which offers sand volleyball, basketball, tennis, and pickleball courts, as well as soccer, baseball, and softball fields. Concord Park provides additional outdoor fitness zones and walkways. FIU's campus, with its public green spaces and the Patricia and Phillip Frost Art Museum, is a local highlight. Dining options include Dos Croquetas, Añejo Restaurant & Bar, and Night Owl Cookies. Essential amenities like Publix supermarkets, Winn-Dixie, and local pharmacies are conveniently located. University Park is safer than the national average, with easy access to the Tamiami Trail, Palmetto Expressway, and Miami International Airport, which is just 10 miles away. Public transportation is accessible via Dade County Metrobus stops along major roads like Coral Way.
Home Trends in University Park, FL
On average, homes in University Park, Sweetwater sell after 30 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in University Park, Sweetwater over the last 12 months is $440,000, down 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$440,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$2,010,070
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$460,950
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$1,565,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$525,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$370
Number of Homes for Sale
11
Last 12 months Home Sales
77
Median List Price
$2,010,070
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-2%