Aventura offers a serene environment with a calm atmosphere and minimal traffic noise. The neighborhood features convenient cycling conditions due to its gentle slopes and extensive bus coverage, including about 20 lines and easily accessible stops throughout the area. A variety of dining options can be found nearby, with numerous restaurants concentrated along 186th Street and about 10 cafes scattered throughout. Green spaces are easily accessible, providing opportunities for outdoor relaxation. The housing stock includes many large apartment buildings mostly built from the 1960s through the 1990s, with a strong selection of two-bedroom units available in a compact, community-oriented setting.
Aventura offers a slower-paced environment and will appeal to those who enjoy spending time outdoors. This part of the city is very quiet, as the streets are generally very peaceful. Lastly, parks are very well-distributed and there are a few of them nearby for residents to relax in, making it easy to access them.
Parks, schools, dining, and what makes this neighborhood special
Located along NE 207th Street, Waterways Park is a picturesque neighborhood green space featuring scenic walking trails, shaded picnic areas, a playground, and direct access to the marina, making it a favorite spot for families and outdoor enthusiasts.
This highly rated public school, right in the heart of The Waterways on NE 26th Avenue, is known for its strong academics, vibrant extracurriculars, and close-knit community atmosphere, making it a top choice for neighborhood families.
Nestled along Waterways Boulevard, this upscale open-air shopping and dining plaza offers beautiful marina views and an enticing mix of waterfront restaurants and cafés, including popular local favorites like Moccato and La Sorpresa.
Situated adjacent to the Waterways Marina, Fresh Market is a well-loved gourmet grocery store favored by locals for its high-quality produce, specialty items, and convenient access for residences throughout The Waterways.
Easily accessible from The Waterways, this scenic 3-mile paved loop encircles Aventura and provides residents with a beautiful route for walking, jogging, and biking amidst lush landscaping and views of surrounding waterways and marinas.
Things to do, events, and what's happening this month
This nearby concert is an easy evening out for Waterways residents, featuring Bo Bice and a live band performing familiar hits by Queen, Def Leppard, Journey, and Bon Jovi. The waterfront Aventura venue is close enough for a convenient local night of music without traveling into central Miami.
View event details →Aventura Mall’s pet-focused Bark Jacobs event offers a close-to-home weekend activity for residents with dogs and families who enjoy the mall’s outdoor and lifestyle programming. It pairs naturally with shopping, dining, and a stroll around one of Aventura’s most accessible gathering places.
View event details →Although farther south, this free family festival is a worthwhile regional outing for Waterways households seeking seasonal entertainment. Activities include a pumpkin patch, rides, arts and crafts, performances, food, and adaptive recreation information, with free pumpkins available to the first 200 families.
View event details →This major South Florida Caribbean celebration is a reasonable regional day trip from Aventura, bringing colorful masquerade bands, live music, food, and family-friendly cultural entertainment together in Broward. Residents can experience one of the area’s most distinctive annual festivals without going as far as downtown Miami.
View event details →For Waterways residents looking for a larger urban night out, III Points offers a multi-stage mix of electronic, hip-hop, indie, art, and technology programming in Wynwood. It is a more substantial outing than a neighborhood concert, but still close enough for a planned weekend trip from Aventura.
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Local characteristics and demographics for The Waterways
