Frequently Asked Questions about East Turnpike
What is it like to live in East Turnpike, Doral, FL?
East Turnpike in Doral sits near the Palmetto Expressway and Florida’s Turnpike, offering a suburban residential setting with quick access to Miami International Airport and nearby business parks. Housing is primarily single-family homes, townhouses and gated communities; local public schools belong to Miami‑Dade County Public Schools, and shopping/amenities include Dolphin Mall and CityPlace Doral. The climate is subtropical with hot, humid summers and mild winters with hurricane-season risk; the area generally reports lower crime rates than the Miami‑Dade average and is served mainly by bus transit with car commuting common.
Is East Turnpike, Doral, FL expensive?
As of 2025, East Turnpike in Doral is generally more expensive than Miami‑Dade County and the U.S. average, with higher-than-average home prices and rents. Costs are driven by recent residential development, proximity to Miami International Airport and corporate centers, and strong local demand. Residents also face South Florida‑typical additional expenses such as elevated property-insurance costs and municipal fees.
What is the weather of East Turnpike, Doral, FL?
Doral (including East Turnpike) has a tropical monsoon climate with a hot, humid wet season from May–October and a warm, drier season from November–April. Summer daytime highs generally range 89–92°F (32–33°C) with lows around 75–77°F (24–25°C), while winter highs average in the mid-70s°F (23–24°C) and lows commonly 57–63°F (14–17°C). Annual rainfall is about 60 inches (≈1,520 mm), concentrated in summer thunderstorms, and the area is exposed to tropical storms and hurricanes during June 1–November 30; snow does not occur.
How safe is East Turnpike, Doral, FL?
Specific, block-level crime data for East Turnpike is not published separately; safety is best judged using city-level figures. Doral generally records lower violent-crime rates than the Miami‑Dade County average and is served by the Doral Police Department with regular patrols and community policing. Property crime occurs at moderate levels typical of suburban Miami‑Dade areas, and parts of the vicinity include gated communities and well‑lit commercial corridors. For the most current, localized information consult Miami‑Dade crime maps or Doral Police Department statistics.