Habitat Estates
Homes for Sale in Miami-Dade County, FL
True comps, carrying-cost math, and listings before the portals.
Over the 12 months ending 2026-09-20, 3 recorded sales closed at a median of $790,000, $361 per square foot, a median 32 days on market, sellers accepting 95% of original asking. At the median price and Miami-Dade County's FY2025-26 rate of 17.59 mills, annual property tax runs about $13,900 ($13,180 with the full homestead exemption).
Habitat Estates is trading with a median price of $790,000 and a median price per square foot of $360.76, which points to a market where condition and finish level are doing most of the work on value. With only three closings in the current window, this is a thin-data read — each sale carries outsized weight in the numbers, so treat the median as a directional marker rather than a firm ceiling or floor.
Median days on market sits at 32, just over a month, which suggests homes here are not lingering but also are not moving instantly. For sellers, that supports pricing with confidence rather than urgency-driven discounts. For buyers, it means there is room to do real diligence — inspections, comps, negotiation — without the pressure of a multiple-offer sprint.
Nearby homes for sale
No active listings inside HABITAT ESTATES right now. These are the 6 closest homes on the market, by straight-line distance from the community's center; some may sit just outside its boundary.
Listing data from the MLS feeds named on each listing page; deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Refreshed nightly.
The 60-Second Overview
Habitat Estates market snapshot (as of September 20, 2026): the median sale price is about $790K ($361 per sq ft over the trailing 12 months of closed sales), and a median 32 days on market for closed sales.
In ZIP 33186, 588 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $560K ($332/sq ft), down 0.7% year over year, with a median 44 days on market. Right now 166 active and 58 pending listings — a balanced market. See the live ZIP 33186 housing market and the Miami-Dade County market.
MIAMI REALTORS sales records identify 28 homes in HABITAT ESTATES that have changed hands since 2006, built between 1978 and 1980 (median 1979), with a median living area of about 1,957 sq ft and a typical 4-bedroom, 2-bath layout; 100% are single-family homes. Source: MIAMI REALTORS closed-sale history compiled by Momentum Research; counts reflect homes with a recorded MLS sale, not every home in the community.
Habitat Estates sits within Miami-Dade County's broader single-family landscape, where pricing at this level is typically driven by lot characteristics, updates, and square footage rather than a shared amenity package. No community amenities are currently identified from active MLS listings, so buyers should evaluate each property on its own merits rather than assuming a built-in lifestyle package.
Who Habitat Estates is best for.
Best for
- Buyers targeting a single-family home near the $790,000 median who are prepared to evaluate each property individually rather than assume a standard package
- Buyers comfortable making offers in a low-closing-volume market, where pulling fresh comps matters more than trusting historical averages
- Sellers with a well-maintained property who want to price confidently given a median days-on-market just over a month
Probably not for
- Buyers who want a defined community amenity package as part of the purchase decision
- Buyers who need a large sample of recent sales to feel confident in pricing before writing an offer
- Sellers expecting a fast, high-volume sale environment based on limited current closing activity
Price History: What Homes Here Have Actually Sold For
Median sale price over the trailing 12 months ending September 20 of each year, from record-level MIAMI MLS closed sales. Same methodology as every appreciation figure on this page: the 2026 point ($790K) IS the median in the snapshot above.
Windows contain 0 to 3 sales each (3 in the current window); every figure carries its sample size, and thin markets swing on single closings. Based on information from the Southeast Florida Multiple Listing Service (SEFMLS) or from MIAMI Association of REALTORS(R) for the period 2014 through 2026. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
The real cost & risk here
Before the list price, the Florida math the portals skip. These are Miami-Dade County typicals — your exact home, flood zone, and insurance quote will vary, so verify each before you offer.
Check it for your address: look up your flood zone (FEMA) · insurance by county · true-cost calculator · Miami-Dade County scorecard.
County typicals from Momentum’s Florida housing data (Zillow & Realtor.com aggregates, Census, FRED), updated monthly; insurance modeled. Flood zone is property-specific — always confirm via FEMA.
29% of homes for sale in ZIP 33186 are already under contract (under contract ÷ under contract + active listings) — a read on how much of the available inventory buyers have already claimed. Source: MLS data (2026-09-20).
The Habitat Estates buying strategy.
If we were buying in Habitat Estates today, this is the order of operations we would run for our clients.
Underwrite the condition first. Price the roof, HVAC, and systems honestly before judging any list price; condition swings value here more than square footage alone.
Match the home to real comps. Recent sales of similar condition and lot, not the asking price, tell you what a home is worth.
Move deliberately, not desperately. Neither side has a decisive edge, so a well-prepared, fairly-priced offer wins without overpaying.
Line up financing and inspection early. A pre-approval and an inspection plan let you act fast and negotiate from evidence.
Keep an agent in your corner. The listing agent works for the seller; we represent you and prepare a hand-built valuation before any offer in Habitat Estates.
What the numbers actually say
A median price per square foot of $360.76 against a median price of $790,000 implies homes here are generally sized in a range consistent with established single-family product — not the smallest lots, not the largest showcase homes. Because the closings sample is small (three), buyers should pull recent comparable sales directly rather than leaning on the median alone when structuring an offer.
The 32-day median days on market is a useful signal of current absorption speed, but with so few closings behind it, it can shift quickly as new listings and sales enter the count. Sellers pricing into this market should lean on a fresh comparative market analysis at the time of listing rather than this snapshot alone, and buyers should ask their agent to recheck the live inventory before anchoring expectations to any single data point.
The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Habitat Estates. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.
Why work with Momentum here
In a market this thin on closings, the read is only as good as the comps behind it. Momentum pulls current, hyper-local data at the time you are ready to move — not a stale snapshot — so pricing and offer strategy reflect what is actually happening in Habitat Estates right now, not a three-sale average from weeks ago.
Habitat Estates in 15 seconds.
HOA, CDD & Fees
- HOA status not on record. Verify any dues before you offer
- Any club/amenity membership is billed separately
Confirm the current HOA dues, exactly what they cover, and any CDD bond or special assessment for a specific address before you offer.
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Recent Developments in Habitat Estates
Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting Habitat Estates, tracked by our team and summarized from public reporting and official sources, with links to the original coverage. Last updated October 2026.
- October 2026Retail & Dining
Shops at Sunset Place nears demolition for mixed-use redevelopment
The plan calls for 1,513 residences in seven towers of 12 to 33 stories, a 287-room hotel, a 1,300-seat theater, 202,462 square feet of retail and 65,892 square feet of office. Demolition is now targeted for early 2027 and a first phase around 2029. Plans estimate about $149 million in infrastructure improvements.
What it may mean for the marketReplaces a largely vacant mall with housing, hotel and street-level retail near Dadeland and the South Dade Metrorail line. The site is about 4 miles south of Habitat Estates.
Source: Miami Today - October 2026Development
Casa Bella Residences opens at 1400 Biscayne Boulevard in Downtown Miami
Related Group and Alta Developers completed the 56-story, 650-foot tower with 319 residences, including 10 penthouses. Closings are underway and first residents have moved in, with more than 90 percent of homes reported under contract. Construction began in November 2023.
What it may mean for the marketAdds 319 completed homes to the downtown Biscayne corridor, close to existing transit, offices and dining. The site is about 6 miles east of Habitat Estates.
Source: Florida YIMBY - October 2026Builder Activity
Swire Properties breaks ground on Residences at Mandarin Oriental, Miami on Brickell Key
Swire Properties started construction at 500 Brickell Key Drive and 750 Claughton Island Drive on two towers, 66 stories (850 feet) and 33 stories (426 feet). The project includes 326 residences and a 121-room hotel, with Moss as general contractor and completion scheduled for 2030.
What it may mean for the marketAdds multi-year construction activity and future hotel and residential supply on Brickell Key, near the Brickell employment core. The site is about 6 miles east of Habitat Estates.
Source: Florida YIMBY - September 2026Development
University of Miami agreement with Coral Gables would add a hospital of up to 100 beds
A development agreement would allow construction of a hospital with up to 100 beds on the university's Coral Gables campus, offering inpatient, outpatient and emergency care. The agreement would also reshape the campus, which includes the Gables Village residential complex of 1,458 beds slated for mid-2029. Cost, size and timeline for the hospital were not stated.
What it may mean for the marketA campus hospital would add inpatient and emergency care capacity and healthcare employment in the Coral Gables area. The site is about 3 miles south of Habitat Estates.
Source: Miami Today - September 2026Civic
Miami-Dade commissioners adopt $14.26 billion budget with flat tax rate
County commissioners approved the fiscal year 2026-27 budget after a meeting that ran from Thursday afternoon into Friday morning. The operating property tax rate stays flat at 4.57 mills. The county says the plan prioritizes public safety, parks and transportation amid slowing revenue growth.
What it may mean for the marketA flat operating millage keeps the county's property tax rate steady for owners across Miami-Dade for the coming fiscal year. The site is about 5 miles east of Habitat Estates.
Source: Local 10 News - September 2026Infrastructure
County committee reviews $101 million contract for MIA North Terminal baggage screening machines
A county committee is reviewing a $101 million contract to replace 25 explosives detection machines in the North Terminal's baggage-handling system at Miami International Airport. The work would take about four and two-thirds years and be phased to limit disruption.
What it may mean for the marketBaggage system upgrades at the airport support passenger throughput and airport-related operations over several years. The site is about 3 miles north of Habitat Estates.
Source: Miami Today
Summaries reflect public reporting and official sources linked above as of the dates shown. Project details, timelines, and approvals can change. Commentary on potential market effects is general observation, not investment advice or a prediction for any specific property. For the freshest items across the whole region, see This Week in Northeast Florida.
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Data sources & freshness
| Community market stats | MIAMI MLS closed sales, 12-month windows ending September 20, 2026 |
| Under-contract shares | MIAMI MLS records, as of 2026-09-20 |
| Historical depth | Closed-sale records back to 2014 (13 transactions analyzed) |
Verify the primary sources yourself: Florida DOR · U.S. Census · FEMA flood maps · Citizens Property Insurance.
Momentum Research figures are our own analysis of MIAMI MLS records; MLS data is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Methodology: how Momentum market scores are computed. Market metrics describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.
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