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Estate Living · Pinecrest · Est. 1996
The Village of Pinecrest
Estate Lots · A-Rated Schools · Pinecrest, Miami-Dade County, Florida
Total Residences
6,478
ENTRY PRICE
$1.3M+
Peak Valuation
$25M+
Security
Pinecrest PD
A · The Identifier
The Identifier
Incorporated in 1996, the Village of Pinecrest is one of Miami's most prestigious, low-density suburban enclaves. Spanning eight square miles beneath a lush tropical canopy, the community comprises roughly 6,478 housing units set on sprawling, estate-sized lots. The area is globally coveted for its rural character, exceptional security, and long-term capital preservation for affluent families.
Governed by a strict municipal charter and its own dedicated police force, Pinecrest pairs a peaceful, forest-like atmosphere with rapid transit to Miami's commercial centers. For a buyer who values space, security, and access to Florida's top-rated schools, Pinecrest occupies a position newer developments cannot replicate: acre-plus estate lots, world-class education minutes away, and roughly 20 minutes to the Brickell financial core via US-1.
“Sprawling acre-plus lots and elite public schools — an estate lifestyle minutes from Miami.”
B · Technical Data Sheet
C · Nautical Specifications & Air Connectivity
Strategic Access Specifications
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Fixed Bridges
None
From the outer slips at Matheson Hammock Marina — five to ten minutes away — there are zero fixed bridges and no vertical clearance limits, giving direct, unrestricted navigation into Biscayne Bay and the Atlantic.
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Waterfront & Marina
~330 slips
Matheson Hammock Marina offers ~330 slips, 11 launch lanes, a fuel dock, and Marine Patrol. Approach depth ~7.0 ft, ~5.0 ft at docks — suitable for mid-to-deep-draft vessels. Over 95% of Pinecrest homes sit on dry, land-locked estate parcels.
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Recreation & Waterways
Biscayne Bay
A professional sailing school, kayak launching, and a natural tidal atoll pool at Matheson Hammock. Waterways are governed by Miami-Dade County Park rules and manatee speed zones.
Air connectivity is handled through three airports within the greater Miami-Dade network:
| Miami Executive Airport (TMB) |
~20–25 min from Pinecrest — Signature Aviation, Atlantic Aviation; 5,002 ft runway with private Customs. Preferred FBO for South Miami destinations. |
| Opa-Locka Executive Airport (OPF) |
~30–35 min from Pinecrest — Atlantic, Signature & Fontainebleau Aviation; 8,002 ft runway with 24/7 Customs. Handles large-cabin, ultra-long-range aircraft. |
| Miami International Airport (MIA) |
~20–25 min — Signature & Fontainebleau Aviation; 13,000+ ft runways, 24/7 Customs. Commercial hub and charter gateway.
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The School Factor
Elite Education Proximity
Walkable to Florida’s Top-Rated Campuses
Advisory Note: Pinecrest’s public campuses are "A"-rated and walkable; elite private academies are minutes away. This deep academic base drives sustained demand and protects home values from speculative corrections.
E · Lifestyle & Strategic Distances
The Influence Radius
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Coconut Grove Commercial Strip |
Centrally located — 14-acre botanical gardens, theater, art exhibits, weekly organic farmers market |
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Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden |
~5–8 min — 83-acre botanical preserve, world-class plant collections, scenic trails |
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Matheson Hammock Park & Marina |
~5–8 min — Historic waterfront park; tidal atoll beach, deep-water slips, nature trails |
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Dadeland Mall |
~5–8 min — Luxury retail: Saks Fifth Avenue, Nordstrom, and fine dining |
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The Falls |
~10–12 min — Scenic open-air mall with waterfalls, boutique retail, and dining |
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Brickell Financial District |
~20 min — Miami’s financial core via US-1, bypassing central traffic |
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Dennis C. Moss Cultural Arts Center |
~15–20 min — Premier venue for theater, concerts, and art exhibitions |
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Baptist Hospital of Miami |
~8–12 min — Flagship acute-care facility; concierge medicine programs |
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Nicklaus Children’s Hospital |
~10–15 min — Nationally ranked pediatric care |
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Miami Int’l Airport (MIA) |
~20–25 min — Global commercial and private-charter gateway |
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Matheson Hammock Marina |
~5–10 min — County marina; bridge-free deep-water bay access |
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Pinecrest Gardens Farmers Market |
Weekly — Organic produce and artisan vendors in the village center |
F · Comparative Summary
Asset Overview
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Privacy Level |
High — Dedicated municipal police; quiet, tree-shaded streets; low traffic |
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Architectural Vibe |
Subtropical Estate — contemporary, Mediterranean, and midcentury-modern ranch estates |
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Nautical Restriction |
High (inland) — no ocean-accessible canals; relies on Matheson Hammock Marina |
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Waterfront Lots |
Extremely rare — over 95% of homes on dry, land-locked estate parcels |
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HOA |
Optional — mostly city-governed; select private sub-enclaves have mandatory HOAs |
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Entry Price |
$1.3M baseline (quarter-acre); interior acre lots from ~$3M (2026) |
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School Access |
World-class — walkable to A-rated public campuses; minutes to elite private schools |
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Air Access (FBO) |
MIA & TMB ~20–25 min | Opa-Locka/OPF ~30–35 min |
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Tax Jurisdiction |
Village of Pinecrest (Miami-Dade) — low 2.503 millage; no Florida state income tax |
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Key Differentiator |
Elite suburban lifestyle pairing sprawling acre-plus lots with Miami’s top-rated schools |
Data sourced from the Village of Pinecrest, Miami-Dade County public records, Southeast Florida MLS, and verified FBO distance guides. All pricing reflects active market conditions as of 2026 and is subject to change. For off-market inquiries, direct engagement with a qualified South Florida luxury advisor is recommended.
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