Miami Beach, Miami Beach FL — neighborhood review

Miami Beach, FL

Miami Beach · Miami-Dade County · FL 33139

Updated August 1, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Think twice

Verdict

$481K

Median Price

77/100

Walk Score

8.1/10

Schools

13 min

to Miami, FL

Score Breakdown

DAffordability
45/100
D+Safety
55/100
B+Schools
81/100
FQuietness
30/100
ACommute
100/100
BWalkability
77/100
WYLT Score65/100

Our Take

Miami Beach is a glamorous beachfront spot with great nightlife and a strong rental market, but it comes with high cost of living, significant flood risk, and limited walkability and public transit. It’s great for people who love a lively beach scene, not for those looking for affordability or a quiet, family‑friendly environment.

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The Good

  • ✓Iconic beachfront location
  • ✓Vibrant nightlife and dining scene
  • ✓Strong rental demand
  • ✓Close proximity to Miami and its amenities

Real Talk

  • !High flood risk requiring insurance
  • !Very high cost of living and property taxes
  • !Limited public transportation and walkability
  • !Frequent traffic congestion during peak tourist season
  • $Mandatory flood insurance
  • $Potential HOA or condominium fees
  • $Higher property tax rates in Miami-Dade

Best For

beach loversnightlife seekersyoung professionalstourists

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskHigh
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityHigh

Crime & Safety

Miami Beach, 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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