South Miami Heights, FL 697 Apartments for Rent

With the number of celebrity homes dotting the landscape around South Miami Heights, you may believe you’ve ended up on the wrong coast. Rapper Trick Daddy calls this city his home, and names like Oprah, Anna Kournikova and Julia Roberts have houses located nearby. 

South Miami Heights is a suburb of Miami. Everything that comes with the famous city can be experienced in some way here as well. Warm sunny beaches are only a short drive away. Winter is a thing only heard about on TV here and rarely ever experienced. Nightlife is abundant as well. This can be exciting place to live, and it also serves as a great place to raise a family. Get your suntan lotion out and get ready to enjoy the good life.

Moving to the Sun State

It gets hot in Florida. This should go without saying but what should be acknowledged is how this is going to affect your move. It’s a good idea to search for apartments in the cooler months. Tourist season is highest during the summer which means rental properties are at a premium. Vacation rentals make up a large portion of the real estate. Also, you will most likely be driving around a lot while viewing properties, and this is much more pleasant activity when the humidity is at its lowest. Central air is a definite plus in homes and should be tested. A call to the local utility companies will give you a good idea what cooling costs for the area will be. These can be high and should be considered as part of your moving budget.

Neighborhoods in South Miami Heights

The perimeter of South Miami Heights lends itself easily to the familiar shape of Texas. The neighborhoods are easily divided into sections on that map. For instance the Northernmost neighborhood and most commonly recognized would be the panhandle. The South neighborhood would equate with San Antonio, whereas Houston and Dallas would fall within the eastern section. Central lines up almost perfectly with the Abilene and western Miami Heights would be represented by Midland or Odessa.

North: You may need to invest in a bigger garage. Residents of this neighborhood own on average four or more cars. Which they use, frequently. Spanish is spoken widely. ‘¿dónde está la tienda de comestibles?’ Would be a good phrase to learn early on.

South: Located west of Southland Mall, this neighborhood consists largely of military personnel and their families. Think characteristic Florida neighborhood, ranch style houses with adobe exteriors and citrus trees near the driveway.

East: If you’re looking to rent, this is your best bet. This neighborhood is home to a near record number of studio and one bedroom apartments. Doing your apartment search here during the offseason when most of the residents are gone is likely to produce positive results. In some cases, all utilities paid apartment complexes can be found, though they are rare.

West: Palm trees, beautiful two story Spanish inspired homes and manicured lawns. This is modern suburbia at its finest. The prices are lower than areas closer to the city but the feel is absolute decadence. This area is home to a truly eclectic mix of some of the best restaurants from neighboring regions. If you’re a foodie at heart you will love living here. 

Central: As the name suggests this is the central neighborhood of the area. Gated communities and apartment complexes are easy to find. This area generally encompasses the region from Losner Park south and cut diagonally by Quail Roost Dr. A small shopping center to the east makes daily commuting easier by avoiding major highways near the city.

Living in South Miami Heights    

Life in Florida is sunny, warm and filled with activity. South Miami Heights lies just on the outskirts of one of the world’s hottest tourist and party destinations. Celebrities of every kind can be found out and about in million dollar cars cruising Highway 1 and I-95. If nightlife is your scene, you will have a virtually unlimited number of options any night of the week. If beaches are your thing, this state has the longest stretches of uninterrupted beach in the country. From Miami, to Daytona to Fort Lauderdale there’s more sun and sand than any one person could ever hope for. The neighborhoods are remarkably residential. Large subdivisions provide a quiet getaway from the city life and its inhabitants. Palm tree lined streets and cul de sacs provide a wonderful place to raise a family. If you’re into citrus, fear not. Grapefruits, oranges, lemons and limes all grow naturally in virtually everyone’s backyard. Farmer’s Markets are very popular here and a great way to get deals on local offerings.