Palmetto Bay South

Miami, FL

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Palmetto Bay South - Miami, FL

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A charming neighborhood off the shore of the Biscayne Bay

Bayfront Great Location Charming Beach Family-Friendly

Nestled off the shore of the Biscayne Bay just minutes south of Downtown Miami, Palmetto Bay South is a neighborhood located between Southwest 184th Street and Southwest 152nd Street. This densely populated area offers quality schools, a welcoming atmosphere, and access to pristine beaches. Hikers can travel through the wetlands on trails like Chinese Bridge Trail, and families enjoy historical attractions like Deering Estate and community parks farther inland. Everything from seafood to international cuisine is served at eateries along Highway 1. Thanks to all its great amenities, Palmetto Bay South is consistently growing. Modern apartments and houses for rent in a variety of styles dot the neighborhood.

Rent Trends

As of January 2025, the average apartment rent in Palmetto Bay South is $2,000 for a studio, $2,272 for one bedroom, $2,791 for two bedrooms, and $3,830 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Palmetto Bay South has decreased by -5.1% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 627 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $2,000/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 720 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $2,272/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 1,072 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $2,791/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 1,577 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $3,830/month

    Average Rent

Transportation

71

Very Walkable

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If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.

38

Some Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

61

Bikeable

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While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Deering Estate
  • Bill Sadowski Park
  • Zoo Miami
  • Montgomery Botanical Center
  • Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden

Airports

  • Miami International
  • Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International

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