What You Need to Know About Living in Pinecrest
As one of the most desirable suburbs in South Florida, Pinecrest continues to attract homebuyers from all over the country. If you’re thinking of settling into this affluent, family-friendly village, it’s very helpful to know the locations of important places like schools, grocery stores, parks and shopping centers. While some people prefer to live in proximity to these places, others may choose to distance themselves from Pinecrest’s busiest areas so they can take advantage of its famously quiet tree-lined streets.
Grocery Stores in Pinecrest
Two of Pinecrest’s most popular grocery stores – Whole Foods and Publix – are located in the same general region. Whole Foods can be found on SW 104th Street & US 1 (104th is an easy street to get across US1). Publix is just a quick jaunt south of Whole Foods – at US 1 and SW 132nd Street.
When you’re looking for the nearest Costco, you’ll be going to Kendall – the corner of SW 137th Avenue and SW 120th Street.
Top Schools in Pinecrest
A huge reason Pinecrest is so attractive to families is its concentration of marvelous schools. Gulliver Preparatory School is among the highest rated private schools in the state of Florida, and its two main campuses are located in Northern Pinecrest on SW 88th Street, towards Dadeland and Kendall. Just 10 minutes South of Gulliver Prep is Westminster Christian School, located on the border of Pinecrest and Palmetto Bay.
As for public schools, Pinecrest Elementary (part of the Dade County School District) is located just five minutes up the road from Gulliver Prep.
Popular Destinations Near Pinecrest
One of the myriad advantages of living in Pinecrest is its ultra-convenient distance to Downtown Miami, Coral Gables, and other parts of town where most everyone works or plays. Though Pinecrest’s quiet streets are a far cry from the hustle and bustle of the city, many working professionals enjoy a relatively quick commute into Miami’s business district. Likewise, Coral Gables lies just a quick drive north.
Additionally, Pinecrest is conveniently located near both Miami International Airport and Miami Executive Airport, about 25-30 minutes to be exact.
The accessibility of these locations is largely attributed to Pinecrest’s proximity to numerous major highways, which make it very easy to drive North or South into other regions of South Florida.
Top Parks in Pinecrest
Much like nearby Palmetto Bay, Pinecrest is known for its gorgeous parks, and two of them are just five minutes away from each other. At the corner of SW 104th Street and SW 70th Ave in Northern Pinecrest you’ll find Coral Pine Park. Pinecrest Elementary students can even walk 5 minutes down the street to Pinecrest Gardens, which Miami-lifers still call Parrot Jungle. Pinecrest Gardens also has a botanical garden and hosts multiple concerts and plays throughout the year.
Looking to learn even more about Pinecrest? If so, the Kern Team is happy to be your guide. We’ve been helping families settle down in Pinecrest for over 20 years, and we’ll tell you everything you need to know about living in this beautiful, tight-knit community. Give us a call and let’s make a date to show you around.
