Coconut Grove vs Coral Gables
Data-driven neighborhood comparison based on 700 buildings
Coconut Grove
93
avg score (229 buildings)
Coral Gables
92
avg score (471 buildings)
Side-by-Side Comparison
Metric
Coconut Grove
Coral Gables
⭐Average Score
93✓
92
📊Median Score
92.5✓
92
🏗️Post-Andrew (1994+)
11%✓
7%
⚠️Avg Violations
0.0
0.0
🏢Total Buildings (3+ units)
229
471✓
📋 The Verdict
Coconut Grove and Coral Gables are very evenly matched in terms of overall building quality. Both neighborhoods have average scores within a few points of each other. Your decision should come down to other factors like flood zone risk, proximity to work, lifestyle preferences, and specific buildings you find.
Choose Coconut Grove if you want:
- • Newer construction (11% post-Andrew)
- • Higher average scores
Choose Coral Gables if you want:
- • More building options
⚠️ Important: Check Flood Zones & Recertification
Building averages don't tell the whole story in Miami. Before renting any building, always check: flood zone designation, 40-year recertification status, and hurricane preparedness features. Use StreetSmart to check individual buildings.