Poinciana at Lago Mar West

The Neighborhood: Bird Drive Basin, Miami

Bird Drive Basin sits in a residential part of Miami-Dade near Coral Gables and Westchester. Zoo Miami attracts families with animals and open spaces. Restaurants like Versailles and El Palacio de los Jugos serve Cuban and local dishes. Tropical Park offers trails, sports fields, and picnic areas for daily use. Ball & Chain draws visitors with live music. Metrorail provides rapid transit connections to downtown and other hubs. Metrobus runs frequent routes across the district and to nearby neighborhoods. Tri-Rail links the region to Broward and Palm Beach. Parks and greenways such as Venetian Pool give outdoor options nearby. Shops and markets support daily needs with groceries and takeout. Little Havana hosts cultural events, galleries, and street festivals. Coral Gables offers museums, theaters, and dining. Schools and community centers run programs for youth and adults. Hospitals and clinics offer urgent and routine care within a short drive. Housing types range from single homes to multiunit buildings across the area. Roads and bike lanes connect this district to jobs and shopping. Data shows that the most common age group falls between 40 to 44 years old and that households with 4 people make up the largest part of the local population.