Welcome to Key Biscayne
Everything you need, from white sandy beaches to delicious seafood
Hiding in plain sight just a few miles off the coast of Miami is the island paradise of Key Biscayne. A geographical oddity, Key Biscayne is little more than a mile in length, and both its upper half and lower third are parks. (More expectedly, the island features the same white sand beaches and turquoise waters that draw millions of tourists to Miami Beach). Key Biscayne real estate owners reach their homes via the Rickenbacker Causeway, boat, or private ferry. Depending on where your house is, you might have a terrific view of Miami skyline sunsets or Atlantic Ocean sunrises. The island’s homes follow various architectural styles and may sit on waterfronts or dry lots.
What to Love
- Waterfront homes with luxury amenities
- Gorgeous beaches and views of Miami (westward) and the ocean (eastward)
- Close to Miami yet secluded on an island
- Boating and aquatics communities
- Easy-going lifestyle with plenty of activities
Local Lifestyle
Key Biscayne is widely considered one of the most family-friendly communities in Greater Miami. Though separated by mere miles, Key Biscayne is worlds apart from South Beach’s pulsing nightlife. Residential Key Biscayne occupies fewer than two square miles, so virtually all homes are within walking distance of the town’s central village, which makes life self-sustainable with convenient shopping and dining options. Outside the village center, the island’s beaches are peaceful yet visually striking: lots of palm trees, unique wildlife, and boats, swimmers, and kayakers visible in miniature toward the horizon.
Dining, Entertainment & Shopping
Because it’s a small geographical area, there is only so much commercial space in Key Biscayne, so it’s lucky there are no duds. Crandon Blvd., the island’s north-south artery, features inland restaurants, boutiques, and national chains. Locals love the mishmash of small businesses — Nouba Boutique is next to Toy Town, Kebo shares a building with a spa — the list goes on.
Located on the tip of a harbor on Virginia Key is the Rusty Pelican. Diners of all persuasions come here to enjoy the singular view of the Miami skyline. The name evokes nautical crust, but the actual restaurant is stylish.
Things to Do
Remoter than your typical Miami beach, Bill Baggs park is a relaxing getaway within the getaway that is Key Biscayne. Residents make a habit of walking and biking the trails that meander through the island’s lower third; besides the famous lighthouse at Cape Florida Beach, there is also a birding trail and fishing pier.
At 800 acres, Crandon Park occupies much more ground and presents a complete set of amenities, including a championship 18-hole golf course, tennis center, beach volleyball, and one of the best beaches in the U.S. To give you an idea of Crandon Park, the golf course navigates saltwater lakes, a subtropical lagoon, and mangroves. You might run into birders or lepidopterists at the park. Once established as a Key Biscayne homeowner, you can explore off-island attractions like Hobie Island Beach Park or the reefs of Biscayne National Park.
Schools
The Miami-Dade County School District serves Key Biscayne. Top schools in the area include:
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Key Biscayne K-8 Center, grades K-8
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Key Biscayne Community Day School, grades K-8
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MAST Academy, grades 6-12
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Coral Gables Senior High, grades 9-12
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St. Agnes Academy, grades pre-K-8 (private)
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Ransom Everglades School, grades 6-12 (private)
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