Miami seems like a vibrant city that's always so lively, doesn't it? Places like the iconic Ocean Drive or the colorful Little Havana give this sprawling metropolis some vivid glamour, a touch of culture, and a whole lot of excitement. With so much going on, it's almost hard to imagine living here in peace, right? Well, there are still the Miami Suburbs! Beyond the more popular bustling districts, the city has more than a handful of residential neighborhoods where you and your family can live life in complete serenity. They include the Coral Gables, Key Biscayne, Pinecrest, Palmetto Bay, and more.
Bay Harbor Islands
Suburbs are defined as outlying districts of a city that are largely residential. None of the
Miami neighborhoods on this list embody this quite like the Bay Harbor Islands. Located on twin islands separated from the Miami mainland, the islands offer a nice, peaceful, and even slightly tropical home away from the city's hustle and bustle. The West Island, in particular, is where the suburbs truly shine. This is the island that has all the luxury homes, the good schools, and the beautiful green spaces. The East Island, on the other hand, is a bit more urban. It's near Bal Harbour, known for its exquisite luxury shopping spots.
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Coral Gables
Technically, Coral Gables is an entirely different city. It has its own urban areas and residential neighborhoods. With that said, this “
city” is just so small and located near Miami's city center that's largely regarded as a suburb. Most notably, Coral Gables is among Miami's more affluent districts. The elites who prefer to live a fair distance away from the busier areas have settled down here, specifically in the more exclusive neighborhoods. At the same time, the district has its fair share of tourist attractions too. There's the famous Venetian Pool, the beautiful Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, and more.
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Key Biscayne
Key Biscayne is the quintessential Miami Suburb. When you think of Miami, your mind automatically goes to sunny beaches, glittering sea, and lots of sunshine. Well, those are exactly what you can expect in Key Biscayne. Located by the outskirts of the city and along the famous Miami coast, white sandy shorelines and peaceful environments define this much-beloved neighborhood. It's so serene here that you'd easily forget you're still in one of the biggest and busiest American cities. If you truly want to live a quiet life when you
move to Miami, living in Key Biscayne is your best bet!
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Palmetto Bay
Since it's only about 15 miles south of Downtown Miami, Palmetto Bay is widely regarded as the best suburb of Miami. There are very few neighborhoods in this bustling metropolis that can give you a nice, peaceful place to live while still staying fairly close to the city center. Not only is Palmetto Bay exactly that, but it's also near the glorious Biscayne Bay waterfront. It's practically three for three—a quiet area, it's close to the city center, and it’s not too far from
Miami’s best beaches. Who wouldn't want to live in such a great place?
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Parkland
Don't let the infamous 2018 tragedy turn you off from Parkland. Even the locals and the victims' families wouldn't want the city to be defined by that event. At its core, Parkland is a peaceful city—yes, it's technically a city but it's a smaller district near Miami that's it's mostly seen as a suburb of the bigger metropolis—with a nice, family-centric vibe. Not only are there good schools nearby, but even its busier parts are far less hectic compared to Miami's most urban districts. You and your family will have no trouble settling down and living a quiet life here.
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Pembroke Pines
Much like many of the places on this list, Pembroke Pines is also technically a different city that's smaller and located only 20 miles north of Miami's city center. It has its own set of establishments and facilities you'd find in any city, albeit smaller and less busy compared to Miami itself. What makes it a true-blue Miami suburb, however, is its residential area. Pembroke Pines boasts some of the finest
luxury homes in Miami. From mansions and townhouses to smaller villas and chic apartments, prime real estate reigns supreme here. What's not to love?
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Pinecrest
Pinecrest is another of Miami's more upscale suburbs. Similar to Coral Gables, this is also where many of the city's elites have settled down. They luxuriate in their lavish mansions here, sunbathing by their private pools or working out in their massive home gyms. The middle class enjoys the peaceful ambiance in their beautiful townhouses here too. They may not have as big a home as their richer neighbors, but no one can deny that they're living the good life here. Since it's not too far from the city center, it's also easy for the Pinecrest residents to live here and work in Miami.
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Weston
Finally, there's Weston, another of the smaller city districts that's so near Miami, that it's become a suburb of the bigger city. It's an upscale neighborhood that shares the same level of affluence and elegance as some of the suburbs on this list. But its true draw lies in its colorful, small-town vibe. With its strips of shops, boutiques, diners, and more, Weston provides a tinge of the
American countryside within one of the country's biggest metropolises. You can spend all your time staying within the area and you can still say you had a charmed life.
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If you want to move to Miami with your entire family, consider settling down in the best Miami Suburbs. From the affluent Coral Gables to the paradisical Bay Harbor Islands, the city has several neighborhoods that are perfect for a peaceful family life.
