Coral Gables vs South Miami
Data-driven neighborhood comparison based on 530 buildings
Coral Gables
92
avg score (471 buildings)
South Miami
91
avg score (59 buildings)
Side-by-Side Comparison
Metric
Coral Gables
South Miami
⭐Average Score
92✓
91
📊Median Score
92✓
91.4
🏗️Post-Andrew (1994+)
7%
29%✓
⚠️Avg Violations
0.0
0.0
🏢Total Buildings (3+ units)
471✓
59
📋 The Verdict
Coral Gables and South Miami 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 Coral Gables if you want:
- • More building options
- • Higher average scores
Choose South Miami if you want:
- • Newer construction (29% post-Andrew)
⚠️ 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.