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What I wish I knew before living in Miami Shores

Hey everyone, We have two kids and Average temperature is around 76--F, so it's warm year-round. With a population of 11,627, Miami Shores is a small town. Household incomes average around $137,873 in Miami Shores. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting.

Pros:
- Growing food scene
- Easy commute
- Strong sense of community
- Walkable downtown
- Good internet infrastructure

Cons:
- Traffic can be terrible
- Limited dining options
- Boring for young people
- Not enough green space
What would you do? The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The city has invested a lot in new development. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The city has invested a lot in new development. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look.
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Douglas R.
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.

If you value safety, you'll love it. The community vibe is genuinely improving and I've found it's improved dramatically in recent years. My neighborhood (Highland) is reasonable and I feel safe walking around at night.

But if you're coming from Atlanta, be prepared for the culture shock. job market is completely different here. And Traffic during rush hour is rough.

My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
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Jonathan B.
Moved here from Miami about 4 years ago. I'm still on the fence after all this time. Still getting used to pet-friendliness but No regrets on my end..
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