South Miami Heights
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As of November 2026, the MLS records 1 closed sale in South Miami Hgts in Miami, FL, the most recent in July 2026. Across Miami as a whole, 1,547 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $550,000, 67 median days on market. At that median and Miami-Dade County's FY2025-26 rate of 17.59 mills, annual property tax runs about $9,680 ($8,960 with the full homestead exemption).
South Miami Heights currently shows no distinguishing community amenities in the active MLS data, which tells us something useful on its own: whatever value exists here is tied to the individual home and lot, not to a clubhouse, gate, or shared recreation package. That shifts the pricing conversation from 'what does the community charge for' to 'what does this specific structure and parcel offer.'
For a buyer or seller, that means comparables have to be pulled property by property rather than leaned on a community-wide narrative. We are not going to tell you this is a lifestyle-amenity community, because the data does not support that claim right now. It reads as a straightforward Miami-Dade housing stock play.
Figures in this note are as of July 22, 2026. The live market numbers elsewhere on this page update nightly and are newer.
Nearby homes for sale
No active listings inside South Miami Heights 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
South Miami Heights sits in Miami-Dade County with no shared community amenities currently identified from active MLS listings, so the case for any given home here rests on the property itself rather than a common-area package.
MIAMI REALTORS sales records identify 133 homes in South Miami Heights that have changed hands since 2006, built between 1961 and 1971 (median 1969), with a median living area of about 1,428 sq ft and a typical 3-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.
Pre-construction details are compiled from public records, builder announcements and builder listings, and are subject to change without notice; figures are deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Momentum Research figures are our own analysis. This page describes homes, pricing and community attributes, not residents.
Who South Miami Heights is best for.
Best for
- Buyers prioritizing the home and lot over community-provided amenities
- Buyers comfortable doing property-by-property comparison rather than leaning on a community amenity list
- Buyers whose primary requirement is a Miami-Dade location rather than an HOA-managed lifestyle package
Probably not for
- Buyers who want a defined community amenity package as part of the purchase decision
- Buyers expecting HOA-managed common areas or shared recreation facilities
- Buyers unwilling to verify individual listing details before comparing homes
The market around South Miami Heights
South Miami Heights is too small for its own price trend, so here is the market around it.
In ZIP 33189, 102 homes are on the market and 19% are under contract — a steady corner of Miami.
Across Miami-Dade County, 14,507 homes are active and 2,241 pending (13% under contract).
In ZIP 33189 (Miami), 66 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $560K ($386/sq ft), with a median 49 days on market. Right now 70 active and 21 pending listings put supply at about 12.7 months — a buyer's market. See the live ZIP 33189 housing market and the Miami-Dade County market.
ZIP and county figures describe the wider market, not South Miami Heights specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.
South Miami Heights by the numbers
From county property records and closed MLS sales for the South Miami Heights subdivision: 6 homes on record; built 1969–2022; typical size about 1,523 heated sq ft; 3.5 bedrooms is the median. Housing mix: single-family 100%.
| Year | Recorded sales | Median price |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 1 | $99,900 |
| 2010 | 1 | $104,000 |
| 2014 | 1 | $171,500 |
| 2017 | 1 | $303,000 |
| 2023 | 1 | $595,990 |
| 2026 | 1 | $599,000 |
Newest recorded sale: $599,000 on 2026-07-01.
Recorded data as of 2026-09-12; counts cover addresses tagged to this subdivision in the public record, not every parcel. Not an appraisal.
The South Miami Heights buying strategy.
If we were buying in South Miami Heights 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 South Miami Heights.
What you're actually buying in South Miami Heights
When a community's listing data shows no identified amenities, it usually means one of two things: the neighborhood is built around individual single-family lots without an HOA-managed common area, or the current inventory simply has not surfaced that detail. Either way, a buyer should not assume a pool, gate, or clubhouse is part of the deal without confirming it on a specific listing.
That makes South Miami Heights a location and structure decision first. Buyers should evaluate proximity to the roads, schools as a location fact, and daily destinations they care about, then compare individual homes on lot size, condition, and layout rather than on a shared amenity list that, as of this snapshot, does not exist in the data.
The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in South Miami Heights. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.
Why work with Momentum here
In a community where the MLS feed does not surface a defined amenity package, the work shifts to verifying what each specific home and lot actually delivers. We pull individual property detail, confirm what is and is not included, and build comparables from the ground up instead of relying on a community brochure that does not exist here.
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Data sources & freshness
| Under-contract shares | MIAMI MLS records, as of 2026-11-10 |
| Historical depth | Closed-sale records back to 2026 (1 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.
Recent Developments in South Miami Hgts
Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting South Miami Hgts, tracked by our team and summarized from public reporting and official sources, with links to the original coverage. Last updated November 2026.
- October 2026Parks & Amenities
Coral Gables extends Art Cinema lease and moves toward Aragon Avenue expansion
The commission extended the cinema operators' lease by five years, to September 2035, and directed staff to pursue West Construction at about $1.24M for the expansion. The project converts a storefront at 240 Aragon Ave. into a 92-seat theater with a lobby and cafe. The city had earlier provided $450,000.
What it may mean for the marketThe expansion adds a cultural and cafe destination to the Miracle Mile and Aragon Avenue area downtown. The project is about 8 miles north of South Miami Hgts, elsewhere in Miami-Dade County.
Source: Miami Today - October 2026Market
Miami-Dade retail construction pipeline reaches 1.3M SF, highest since early 2023
Colliers data for Q3 2026 show 1.3M SF under construction across 17 developments, double the year-earlier level. Direct vacancy was 3% and triple-net asking rents hit a record $44.34 per SF. Projects include Palm Springs Square in Miami Gardens (Publix signed) and Doral Atrium, which is 95% leased with a Walmart Neighborhood Market.
What it may mean for the marketMore grocery-anchored and neighborhood retail is coming to Miami Gardens and Doral, while tight vacancy and record rents point to limited available storefront space. The site is about 11 miles northeast of South Miami Hgts.
Source: Bisnow - 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 5 miles north of South Miami Hgts.
Source: Miami Today - 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 6 miles north of South Miami Hgts.
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 12 miles northeast of South Miami Hgts.
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 11 miles north of South Miami Hgts.
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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