Miami, Miami FL — neighborhood review

Miami, FL

Miami · Miami-Dade County · FL 33101

Updated August 4, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Think twice

Verdict

$400K

Median Price

73/100

Walk Score

8.2/10

Schools

5 min

to Miami

Score Breakdown

CAffordability
63/100
FSafety
18/100
B+Schools
82/100
FQuietness
30/100
ACommute
100/100
BWalkability
73/100
WYLT Score61/100

Our Take

Downtown Miami is bright and lively, but it comes with high heat, traffic, noise and crime. If you love urban energy and excellent transit, it can work, but it’s not the calm, affordable place people usually seek.

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The Good

  • Excellent public transit with a score of 75
  • Good bikeability and walkability for short trips
  • High concentration of public and charter schools
  • Proximity to downtown amenities and cultural venues

Real Talk

  • !Crime rates, especially violent crime, are higher than average
  • !Heat and humidity can be oppressive during the summer months
  • !Housing prices are on the rise, making it pricey to buy or rent
  • !Noise from traffic and nightlife can disrupt sleep
  • $Higher property taxes in Miami Dade County
  • $Elevated utility costs for air conditioning
  • $Increased insurance premiums due to crime risk
  • $Frequent HOA fees in many condominiums

Best For

Urban professionalsStudents and young adultsArtists and nightlife enthusiastsPeople who prioritize transit access

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow
Violent crimeHigh
Property crimeHigh
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityHigh

Crime & Safety

Miami, FL

F

Safety grade

Safety score18 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
High
9.2incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

149% higher than the national average

🔒Property Crime
High
38.4incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

97% higher than the national average

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