Homes for sale inFlorida City, Florida
The gateway to the Keys and the Everglades
167
Homes for sale
$403,899
Median list price
$273
Avg price / sqft
40
Median days on market
Florida City sits at the southern edge of Miami-Dade County, the last city before US-1 drops into the Florida Keys and the point where the Everglades spread out to the west. It's a working, agricultural corner of South Florida with a steady flow of travelers, farm country around it, and a growing supply of new homes aimed at buyers priced out farther north. The pace is relaxed and the land is flat and open, which suits buyers who want space and a lower entry price than the rest of Miami-Dade.
For buyers today the story is new inventory: 64 of the 167 active listings are new construction, and the median list price is $403,899 against a market median of about $273 per square foot. Townhomes dominate the active mix with 87 listings, so this is a place to find an attainable single-family home or a lower-priced townhome or condo. Homes move in about 40 days, and the small pool of recent sales closed right at asking.
Florida City is in Miami-Dade County, Florida.
Quick facts
$170,000 – $750K price range
1,466 sqft median home
$2,650/mo median rent
Leans buyer right now
Living in Florida City
Florida City is the southernmost incorporated city on mainland Florida, sitting at the point where US-1 leaves the suburbs behind and heads for the Keys. It's surrounded by farmland and framed by the Everglades to the west and Biscayne Bay country to the east, which gives it an open, rural edge that's unusual for Miami-Dade County. The city has long functioned as a gateway and a travel stop, and that role still shapes its character today.
This is a place for buyers who value practicality and price over polish. The pace is slower than the urban core of Miami, the land is flat and spacious, and the housing stock increasingly includes brand-new homes. If you want to be close enough to commute into greater Miami while keeping a lower cost of entry and quick access to outdoor recreation, Florida City makes sense.
It won't suit everyone — this is a working town, not a manicured master-planned suburb, and amenities like waterfront and golf are thin on the ground. But for first-time buyers, value seekers, and anyone drawn to the Keys-and-Everglades lifestyle, it offers an attainable foothold in one of the country's most expensive counties.
Neighborhoods and communities in Florida City
The housing here clusters within the Town of Florida City and a set of newer subdivisions that have grown up around it. Notable communities include Palm Cay, Aurora Subdivision, Regal Palm Subdivision, Fvp Subdivision, and Sunnyland Park No 2, each offering a slightly different mix of single-family and townhome product. These neighborhoods are where most of the active inventory sits.
New-home communities are a big part of the picture. Abel Homes At Keys Winds and Costa Blanca Villas are among the builder-driven developments feeding the market's large new construction share. These tend to appeal to buyers who want a home with no deferred maintenance and modern layouts at a competitive price point.
If you're after a more private setting, the gated communities here account for a handful of the active listings, and there are a few 55+ communities for buyers looking to downsize. Because the market is relatively small, it pays to compare several communities before committing — the difference in HOA structure and home type can be significant from one subdivision to the next.
Homes for sale in Florida City: prices and housing
There are currently 167 active listings in Florida City, with a median list price of $403,899 and a range from $170,000 up to $750,000. The average price works out to about $273 per square foot, and the median home measures roughly 1,466 square feet. Over the last 12 months, 4 homes sold at a median price of $394,450, and sellers collected 100% of asking price on average — a sign that well-priced homes hold their value here.
The housing mix leans heavily toward townhomes, which make up 87 of the active listings, followed by 61 single-family residences, 10 villas, and 8 condominiums. That makes Florida City a strong option for buyers seeking lower-maintenance townhomes and condos as well as attainable single-family homes. Specialty segments are limited: just 3 waterfront, 3 pool, and 3 55+ listings are active, and there are no golf or million-dollar homes on the market.
New construction is the headline story, with 64 active listings — a large share for this part of Miami-Dade. On the ownership-cost side, the median property tax is about $6,376 per year; HOA dues vary by community and reliable median data isn't available, so confirm them on each listing. If you're renting first or weighing the numbers, the median rent in the area runs about $2,650 per month.
Schools in Florida City
Florida City is served by Miami-Dade County Public Schools. The schools most commonly assigned to homes here include Florida City and Saunders, along with Laura, Campbell Drive, Air Base, Hobe Sound, and Galaxy.
School assignments in Miami-Dade are set by attendance boundaries that can run down to the street level and can change from year to year. That means two homes in the same subdivision could feed into different schools, so never assume based on a neighborhood name alone.
Before you make an offer, verify the exact school zone for any specific address directly with Miami-Dade County Public Schools. Doing so protects you from surprises and lets you compare current ratings and programs for the schools your home would actually feed into.
Getting around Florida City
Florida City's defining feature is its position on US-1, the highway that runs north toward the rest of Miami-Dade and south into the Florida Keys. The city is the practical launch point for a Keys trip and a common stopover for travelers heading in either direction.
The Florida Turnpike also terminates in this area, connecting Florida City to the broader South Florida highway network and points north. Together, US-1 and the Turnpike give residents straightforward routes toward Homestead and greater Miami for work, shopping, and the airport.
Specific drive-time data isn't available here, so plan your commute based on your own destination and the time of day — South Florida traffic varies widely. For most residents, a car is essential given the city's spread-out, semi-rural layout and its role as a gateway rather than a dense urban center.
Is Florida City a good place to live?
Florida City earns its place for buyers who want an affordable entry into Miami-Dade County and don't mind a working, agricultural setting at the edge of the metro. The median list price of $403,899 and listings starting at $170,000 undercut much of the region, and the heavy supply of new construction means you can often buy a brand-new home without stretching your budget. Quick access to both the Keys and the Everglades is a genuine lifestyle draw.
The trade-offs are real. This is a small, slow-moving market — only 4 homes sold in the last 12 months — and amenity-rich segments like waterfront, pool, and golf are nearly nonexistent in the active inventory. It's a town built around travel and agriculture rather than a polished suburb, so set expectations accordingly.
For the right buyer — value-focused, comfortable with a rural-urban mix, and drawn to South Florida's outdoors — Florida City delivers a lot of home for the money. Browse the current new construction and just reduced listings, and lean on a local agent to sort the genuine deals from the asking-price holdouts.
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The numbers that matter
The Florida City market
Leans buyer
143.1 months of inventory
Inventory is building — buyers have leverage and time.
4
Sold, last 12 months
$394,450
Median sold price
100%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
0 days
Median time to sell
Florida City vs Miami-Dade County
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 3.8% yr/yr
Homes on the market
▲ 100.0% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — listings and closed sales in Florida City, FL. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in thin markets.
For the school run
School zones with homes for sale
Middle
High school
Assigned schools as reported on active MLS listings — always verify zoning with the district.
Beyond the listings
Living in Florida City
Gateway to the Keys
Florida City is the last mainland stop on US-1 before the drive down to the Florida Keys.
Heavy new-construction supply
64 of the 167 active listings are new construction, giving buyers rare access to brand-new homes at an attainable price.
Attainable Miami-Dade pricing
The median list price of $403,899 sits well below much of greater Miami, with listings starting around $170,000.
Townhome-led market
Townhouses make up 87 of the active listings, so lower-maintenance living is the default here.
Everglades at the doorstep
The city sits at the western edge of Miami-Dade where the Everglades open up, with farm country all around.
Population
12,943
Median age
32
Median income
$47,482
Median home value
$399,200
What people here are into
Hobbies & Interests
Top 20% in the U.S.Engine Enthusiast
This population loves working on and showing off their cars, trucks and motorcycles. You can find them researching car shows and the hottest models on the lot.
Lifestyles
Top 22% in the U.S.Wealth Signaling
Interested in the finer things life has to offer, this population wants to display their lifestyle by discussing luxury products. Often references jewelry, cars, and home features.
Entertainment
Top 22% in the U.S.Party Life
The party don't stop until the sun comes up. Loud music, crowds, and shots are a recipe for a great night out for these people.
Beliefs
Local Engagement
These citizens want to make their neighborhood a better, more beautiful place to live. They're attentive to the needs and affairs of the local community.
Beliefs
Politically Engaged
Politically aware, this population is interested in civic issues on both the local and national level. They often discuss candidates for office, taxes, and political ideologies.
Relationships
Networking
Driven to succeed in the business world, this population seeks to progress in their career through networking happy hours, summits, and connecting with other professionals online.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Florida City home
≈ $2,869/mo
$403,899 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
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In a FEMA flood zone
Most homes here sit outside high-risk zones
$2,650/mo
Median rent
113 homes for rent right now
Straight answers
Florida City real estate FAQs
Is Florida City a good place to live?+
It suits buyers who want attainable prices, newer homes, and easy access to both the Keys and the Everglades. It's a working, agricultural town rather than a polished suburb, so expect an open, no-frills feel. With 167 active listings and plenty of new construction, there's real choice for first-time and value-focused buyers.
Is Florida City expensive?+
By Miami-Dade standards it's one of the more affordable choices, with a median list price of $403,899 and listings starting around $170,000. The average price per square foot is about $273. You can also browse by price to find the lower end of the market.
What do homes cost in Florida City?+
Active listings run from $170,000 to $750,000, with a median list price of $403,899 and a median size of about 1,466 square feet. Over the last 12 months the median sold price was $394,450. There are no active listings over $1 million here.
How is the Florida City housing market?+
It's a smaller, slower-turning market — only 4 homes sold in the last 12 months — with current listings taking a median of 40 days to sell. Encouragingly, sellers are getting 100% of asking price on average. Keep an eye on just reduced listings for negotiating room.
What are HOA fees and property taxes like?+
The median property tax runs about $6,376 per year. HOA data isn't available as a reliable median here, which is common in a market with a large share of new construction and single-family homes. Always confirm HOA dues and what they cover on any specific listing, especially in the townhome and condo segment.
What schools serve Florida City?+
Homes here are most commonly assigned to Florida City and Saunders, along with Laura, Campbell Drive, Air Base, Hobe Sound, and Galaxy schools. School zones can vary by street and change over time, so verify the exact assignment with Miami-Dade County Public Schools for any address you're considering.
Is there new construction in Florida City?+
Yes — new construction is the defining feature of this market, with 64 of the 167 active listings being newly built. That's a large share for Miami-Dade, with communities like Abel Homes At Keys Winds and Costa Blanca Villas in the mix. Browse the full new construction inventory to compare floor plans and pricing.
Are there gated or 55+ communities in Florida City?+
There are 7 active listings in gated communities and 3 in 55+ communities. Waterfront and pool options are limited, with just 3 of each currently active. The market leans toward standard single-family and townhome neighborhoods rather than resort-style amenities.
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