Doral

With award-winning schools, world-class golfing and an easily walkable downtown, the city of Doral offers residents a picture-perfect piece of Florida living with all the amenities of a larger metropolis like Miami while keeping the close-knit community feel.

Potential homebuyers will find a plethora of styles and options for their new residence. Recent developments like Canarias offer single-family homes in modern and Mediterranean styles, with three-bed, three-bath properties listing for around $1.25 million. Townhouses near downtown range from the low $700,000s to nearly $1 million while condo units are priced anywhere from $250,000 to nearly $800,000.

Students in Doral attend Miami-Dade County public schools and have several nearby options for tuition-free charter schools under the county umbrella. Downtown Doral Charter Elementary, which earns a B-plus from Niche, offers a bilingual curriculum where students learn traditional subjects like history and science in English and a foreign language of their choice, building fluency by the end of 5th grade. Nearby Renaissance Middle Charter School earns a B from Niche and works to anchor its curriculum in the community, bringing in local businesses as partners to enhance student engagement. Students may also attend Miami Coral Park Senior High School, which earns a B from Niche, and offers its students a biomedical program.

Residents and visitors head to CityPlace Doral for a day of shopping. This indoor complex is home to more than 40 shops, restaurants and entertainment options. Discover your next statement piece at luxury boutiques like AVIVA or swing by Chico Malo for an exciting twist on Mexican street food. For an evening out, see a show at the Miami Improv Comedy Theatre or stop by the in-house movie theater. The mall’s outdoor plaza even hosts live music and a weekly market for local vendors and artisans.

The city prides itself on its thriving business scene. Greater Doral is home to the headquarters of several Fortune 500 companies like Walmart and Carnival Cruise Lines. The downtown Doral area offers an easily walkable community with its own shopping, dining and transit options. Jump on the retro-style trolley for a free ride around the city or use the city’s own internal rideshare service, FreeBee. Using the app, visitors and residents can book a complimentary ride to any of the major attractions or locales around Doral. All FreeBee vehicles are electric, emission-free and driven by a local guide.

The greater city of Doral is perfect for avid golfers. It’s home to the Trump National Doral, the luxury hotel which sports four courses previously used for the PGA Championship tour. Visitors can play 18 holes on the Red Tiger, Silver Fox, Golden Palm or world-renown Blue Monster, named for its prolific water features. The resort has plenty of other amenities as well, with spa treatments and a picturesque poolside patio for relaxing in the Florida sun.

There are plenty of other options for spending a day outdoors without needing to pay. Wander the open green space and walking trails around the lake in Doral Central Park, the largest in the city and host to the city’s yearly Easter and Independence Day celebrations. Downtown Doral Park features walking paths and pristine landscaping across three acres within the bustling city center. The park hosts regular events like free movie nights and musical performances. For a day of play, White Course Park is perfect for all ages. Built from a former golf course, this park includes a public putting green, dog park, shaded outdoor fitness area and playground.

Residents in Doral have easy access to Palmetto Expressway for convenient north-south travel across the greater Miami area. For those commuting into the city, Doral is about 15 miles from downtown Miami. If you love to travel, the neighborhood sits less than 10 miles west of Miami International Airport.

Written By

Quinn Lilly

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Yanan Sun

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Samantha Houtchens