Edgewater, Edgewater FL — neighborhood review

Edgewater, FL

Edgewater · Miami-Dade County · FL 33132

Updated August 3, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Think twice

Verdict

$524K

Median Price

65/100

Walk Score

8.1/10

Schools

9 min

to Miami, FL

Score Breakdown

CAffordability
63/100
D+Safety
55/100
B+Schools
81/100
FQuietness
30/100
ACommute
100/100
CWalkability
65/100
WYLT Score66/100

Our Take

Edgewater is a lively, diverse neighborhood with a solid median income and a short commute to downtown Miami. However, the area is car‑dependent, expensive for buyers and renters, and sits in a high‑risk flood zone that will add insurance costs and potential future displacement concerns.

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The Good

  • Median household income ($101k) is above city average
  • Short 9‑minute drive to downtown Miami
  • High percentage of residents with bachelor’s degrees (51%)
  • Good selection of charter and specialized schools

Real Talk

  • !Home prices (~$536k) are high relative to income; buying is a stretch for most
  • !Median rent ($2,373) is also on the upper side for the region
  • !Walk score 9 indicates you’ll need a car for most errands
  • !The area is in flood zone AE – high risk of flooding and higher insurance costs
  • $Flood insurance premiums
  • $Higher car insurance due to traffic and parking needs
  • $Property tax rates are above the county average

Best For

Young professionals commuting to MiamiCollege students and recent gradsPeople who value cultural diversityThose who can afford higher rents and prefer a vibrant urban feel

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskHigh
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate

Crime & Safety

Edgewater, FL

D+

Safety grade

Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate
3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

5% higher than the national average

🔒Property Crime
Moderate
19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

2% higher than the national average

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