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Coconut Grove

Tree-lined streets, bayfront marinas and some of Miami’s oldest landmarks.
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Coconut Grove feels like a leafy bayfront village inside the City of Miami, with dense tree canopy, marinas, historic landmarks and a mix of condo towers, older houses and waterfront homes. It is one of Miami’s oldest neighborhoods and is often described as one of the greenest.

The area is roughly bounded by North Prospect Drive to the south, LeJeune Road to the west, South Dixie Highway and the Rickenbacker Causeway to the north, and Biscayne Bay to the east. Settlement here began in 1825, the Peacock Inn opened in 1882 as the first hotel on the South Florida mainland, and Miami annexed the Grove in 1925.

Besides the usual checks on short-term rental limits, flood zones and Florida’s condo safety rules, the Grove has neighborhood conservation and historic preservation rules that shape what you can renovate or build.

What the homes are like.

A general picture of what you’ll find here. For current availability and prices, just ask me.

  • Bayfront condo towers

    The Grove has a few modern bayfront condominium projects. Grove at Grand Bay is a pair of 20-story twisting towers with 98 residences, designed by Bjarke Ingels Group and developed by Terra, and it was finished in November 2016 as BIG’s first condominium project in the United States. Park Grove is a multi-tower development designed by OMA, led by Rem Koolhaas, and developed by Terra with The Related Group, with a rooftop pool deck and about two acres of private gardens.

  • Historic homes and wooded streets

    Much of the Grove is single-family housing on streets shaded by mature trees, and the city regulates it with two Neighborhood Conservation Districts, NCD-2 near the Douglas Road Metrorail station and NCD-3 across most of the rest of the neighborhood. Some properties are also individually designated as historic, and lot size, tree cover, historic status and renovation potential drive value here more than they do in a typical suburb.

  • Waterfront properties and price tiers

    Waterfront and large-lot homes generally sit at the top of the Coconut Grove range, bayfront condos are priced by view, floor and building, and smaller properties inland are more approachable. Expect wide spreads within every category, and ask early whether a house is in a flood zone, a conservation district or a historic district.

What daily life looks like.

What there is to do around here, from beaches and parks to dining, culture and getting around.

  • Marinas and the bay

    Coconut Grove has several maritime facilities, including Dinner Key Marina and the Coconut Grove Sailing Club, and Biscayne Bay is the neighborhood’s defining feature, with boating culture shaping much of the waterfront. If boat access matters to you, confirm slip availability, dockage rules and fees before you buy, because they differ between marinas and buildings.

  • History, gardens and landmarks

    The Barnacle Historic State Park, built in 1891, is the oldest house in Miami-Dade County still standing in its original location. The Kampong is a tropical botanical garden that was once the home of botanist David Fairchild, and Vizcaya, built between 1914 and 1923, is a major tourist attraction showcasing early 20th century architecture. The historic Coconut Grove Playhouse also stands in the neighborhood.

  • Shopping and getting around

    CocoWalk is the neighborhood’s best-known shopping complex. Two Metrorail stations, Coconut Grove and Douglas Road, serve the area, and Metrobus connects the rest, so test the commute against your own routine before you decide.

Before you commit.

These are notes for buyers, renters and sellers. Rules and costs change, so I’d always confirm the current details for any specific property.

  • Neighborhood Conservation District rules

    The City of Miami describes Neighborhood Conservation Districts as zoning overlays with additional or stricter standards than the underlying zoning. Across the city, those standards cover things like tree preservation and canopy protection, density and lot coverage, green space, historic preservation and accessory dwelling units, and Coconut Grove has two of the city’s three districts. Before you plan an addition, a tear-down or a new pool, check the property’s overlay and zoning with the city.

  • Historic preservation review

    The city’s Historic and Environmental Preservation Board reviews changes to designated properties through a Certificate of Appropriateness, under Chapter 23 of the city code, along with the city’s Historic Design Guidelines and the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation. If a house is designated or sits within a historic district, exterior alterations and demolition can need approval, which affects timelines and budgets.

  • Condo documents and the safety rules

    If you are buying a condominium, Florida’s resale statute (section 718.503) says the seller provides documents such as the declaration, bylaws, rules, budget and financial statement, the inspector-prepared summary of any milestone inspection, and the most recent structural integrity reserve study. Those items stem from Florida’s condo safety laws, SB 4-D in 2022, SB 154 in 2023 and later changes including HB 913 in 2025, so review them with your attorney.

  • Flood, insurance and short-term rentals

    Much of Coconut Grove sits near Biscayne Bay, so confirm each property’s FEMA flood zone. Miami-Dade County provides an interactive flood zone map that you can search by address or folio number, plus a flood zone hotline, and your insurance agent can quote the specific property. For rentals, the City of Miami says single-family homes and duplexes in T3 and T4-R zones are generally not eligible for short-term rental use. Any lodging use needs a state license, a Certificate of Use and a business tax receipt, so verify the parcel’s zoning and any association rules.

Common questions.

What is it like to live in Coconut Grove?

Coconut Grove is a bayfront neighborhood with heavy tree cover, marinas, historic sites and a shopping and dining core. Housing ranges from modern bayfront condominiums to older single-family homes on shaded streets, and the city applies extra rules to protect trees and historic character.

Does Coconut Grove have Metrorail service?

Yes. Two Metrorail stations, Coconut Grove and Douglas Road, serve the neighborhood, with Metrobus connections, so check the route to your regular destinations before relying on transit.

What are the main condo buildings in Coconut Grove?

Grove at Grand Bay and Park Grove are two well-known modern bayfront developments. There are also older buildings in and near the village center, so compare each association’s budget, reserves and rules.

What is a Neighborhood Conservation District in Coconut Grove?

It is a zoning overlay that adds stricter standards on top of the basic zoning. In Coconut Grove, NCD-2 and NCD-3 address things like tree preservation, lot coverage, green space and historic preservation, so check them before you renovate or build.

How do I know if a Coconut Grove house is historic?

Ask the City of Miami’s historic preservation office whether the property is individually designated or in a historic district. Designated properties go through the Historic and Environmental Preservation Board’s Certificate of Appropriateness process for changes.

Can I use a Coconut Grove property for short-term rentals?

It depends on the zoning and the building. The City of Miami says single-family homes and duplexes in T3 and T4-R zones are generally not eligible, and lodging use requires a state license, a Certificate of Use and a business tax receipt. Condo associations often add their own limits.

Is Coconut Grove in a flood zone?

Some properties near the bay may be. Check the exact address with Miami-Dade County’s flood zone map and ask an insurance agent for a quote before you commit.

Keep exploring.

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The information here is general and was researched on October 6, 2026, so please verify the details with the city, the association and your attorney.

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