Denys Orellana
Miami New Realty
(786) 574-9013
5 Total Sales
1 in Sweetwater
$600,000 Price
Sweetwater
Neighborhood in Miami, Florida
Miami/Dade County 33174
The small West Miami suburban sprawl of Sweetwater provides a residential enclave just minutes from the area's best attractions. The area's history began during the 1920s Florida land boom when the Miami-Pittsburgh Land Company bought acreage and laid out plans for the area. The 1926 hurricane and the following real estate bust put a stopper on those development plans. It wasn't until 1938, when Clyde Andrews acquired most of the area and started marketing it, that housing began to develop. Interestingly, a troupe of Russian circus performers became his main buyers, seeking a place to retire, and Sweetwater became known for its unique inhabitants.
For many years, the suburb was a sleepy little country town until several local changes dramatically transformed the area. In the 1970s, a major state university popped up in the south, along with two major expressways to the north and west. Sweetwater more than doubled in population, becoming a much more metropolitan suburb than before. Today, you'll find condominium units, townhouses and Mediterranean-influenced ranch-style homes in the area, with prices ranging from $250,000 to $1 million. Children attend Sweetwater Elementary School, which boasts a Niche rating of B. Next, kids attend Paul W. Bell Middle School, with a B-minus Niche rating. Teenagers attend Miami Coral Park Senior High School with a B-minus Niche rating.
After school, kids can play at the playground in Carlow Park. The park also boasts tennis, basketball and racquetball and is a favorite spot for resident ducks. When entering Dominos Park, you'll first be met with the smell of cigar smoke wafting in the air. Then, you'll be greeted with boisterous games of dominoes as this is the spot where residents come together for both popular Cuban pastimes. Just north of Sweetwater is The Women's Park, a beautiful park with a large lake as its focal point. Looping around the lake is a walking path, providing a scenic setting for a neighborhood stroll. Next to the park is the Roxcy O'Neal Bolton Women's History Gallery. Bolton was a women's rights activist in Florida in the 1960s and 70s. She helped launch the Florida National Organization for Women (NOW). She was behind the establishment of Women in Distress in 1972, a nonprofit agency providing services to women in crisis. She started the first neighborhood crime watch in the state to curb crimes against women. Bolton was inducted into the Florida Women's Hall of Fame in 1984 due to her many accomplishments for women's rights. The gallery in her name displays exhibits on prominent women in history. It also hosts the award-winning Girls Empowerment and Mentoring (G.E.M) Summer Arts Camp, a six-week camp helping young girls build fine art and leadership skills. Also within the park is a butterfly garden where locals can encounter the fluttering beauties.
Residents flock to Holiday Plaza to taste Don Pan Flagler's Latin-inspired pastries. Japanese fare amongst anime-inspired décor can be found at Good Chef Restaurant, while Charles & Larry is the spot for comfort Venezuelan dishes. With scenic parks, a tropical setting and excellent extracurricular opportunities for young people, Sweetwater is a great place to call home.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Denys Orellana
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Derek Varona
Derek Varona
Sea Grove Realty
(786) 460-5548
113 Total Sales
1 in Sweetwater
$510,000 Price
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Ivette Cruz
Ivette Cruz
Responds QuicklyMiami International RealEstate
(855) 874-8381
65 Total Sales
1 in Sweetwater
$659,000 Price
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Eduardo Fernandez
Eduardo Fernandez
Responds QuicklyFlorida Realty of Miami Corp
(844) 959-3072
4 Total Sales
1 in Sweetwater
$458,000 Price
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Yusneyvis Rodriguez
Yusneyvis Rodriguez
Responds QuicklyBY & D Real Estate Corporation
(786) 751-5919
40 Total Sales
1 in Sweetwater
$510,000 Price
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Cristina Benitez
Cristina Benitez
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Realty Premier Properties
(786) 434-5642
80 Total Sales
1 in Sweetwater
$480,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Ruben Dario Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
Women's Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
Carlow Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Tennis
Woodlands Park
- Trails
Coral Estates Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Soccer
- Tennis
Westbrook Park
- Picnic Area
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Sweetwater | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Sweetwater, Miami sell after 135 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Sweetwater, Miami over the last 12 months is $675,000, up 5% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$645,000
Median Single Family Price
$677,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$416
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Last 12 months Home Sales
9
Months of Supply
4.00
Median List Price
$699,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
7%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
6%
Home Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
543
Median Year Built
1976
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,752
Below the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,364
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,090
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
893
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,405
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,577
Median Age
50
Population Density
10 ppl/acre
Population under 18
16.1%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
27.6%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$85,360
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$80,686
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
73%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
21.6%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3%
% Population in Labor Force
60.4%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
68''
Average Winter Low Temperature
62°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
57
/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
80
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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