Frequently Asked Questions about Scott Lake
What is it like to live in Scott Lake, Miami Gardens, FL?
Scott Lake is a primarily residential neighborhood in Miami Gardens, Miami-Dade County, featuring single-family homes, small apartment complexes, and local commercial strips. The area has a majority Black population with a significant Caribbean-American community; housing tends to be more affordable than coastal Miami neighborhoods, and public services (schools, parks) are provided by Miami-Dade County. Transportation is largely car-dependent with some Metrobus service; Miami Gardens generally reports higher crime rates than the Miami-Dade County average, so consult current police statistics for neighborhood-specific safety data, and the region faces typical South Florida risks such as hurricanes and coastal flooding.
Is Scott Lake, Miami Gardens, FL expensive?
I cannot verify current 2025 housing or rental prices for Scott Lake without up-to-date market data. Historically, Scott Lake and Miami Gardens have had lower median home values and rents than many coastal and central Miami neighborhoods, making them relatively more affordable within Miami‑Dade County. For a definitive, current comparison check recent MLS listings, Zillow or RentCafe indices, or Miami‑Dade property records.
What is the weather of Scott Lake, Miami Gardens, FL?
Scott Lake has a tropical monsoon climate with hot, humid summers and warm, relatively dry winters. The wet season runs roughly June–September with frequent heavy afternoon thunderstorms and most of the area’s ~60 inches of annual rainfall, while the dry season occurs November–April with lower humidity. Average summer highs are around 89–91°F (31–33°C) and winter highs about 75–77°F (24–25°C); hurricane season is June 1–November 30, peaking in August–October.
How safe is Scott Lake, Miami Gardens, FL?
Block-level crime data for Scott Lake are limited and are often reported as part of Miami Gardens or Miami-Dade County. Through 2023, FBI and Florida Department of Law Enforcement statistics show Miami Gardens has had higher violent-crime rates than state and national averages, with safety varying by neighborhood. For current, block-level safety information consult Miami-Dade Police Department crime reports, local crime-mapping tools, and recent community surveys.