Frequently Asked Questions about Scott Lake
What is it like to live in Scott Lake, Miami Gardens, FL?
Scott Lake is a residential neighborhood in northern Miami Gardens, Miami-Dade County, with a mix of single-family homes and apartment complexes. Residents have access to nearby parks, retail along major arterials, Miami-Dade Transit bus service, and regional highways for commuting into greater Miami. Housing costs are generally lower than many coastal Miami neighborhoods and the area is demographically diverse; for block-level information on safety and schools, consult Miami-Dade crime maps and school ratings.
Is Scott Lake, Miami Gardens, FL expensive?
Scott Lake in Miami Gardens is generally more affordable than many coastal and central Miami neighborhoods. Housing is primarily single-family homes and older apartment stock, with rents and home prices typically below Miami-Dade County averages. Overall cost of living and property taxes align with inland suburbs north of Miami, making it relatively affordable within the metro area.
What is the weather of Scott Lake, Miami Gardens, FL?
Scott Lake in Miami Gardens has a tropical climate with a pronounced wet season from May–October and a drier season from November–April. Summers are hot and humid with daytime highs typically in the low 90s°F (31–34°C) and frequent afternoon thunderstorms, while winters are warm and mild with daytime highs in the mid-70s°F (23–25°C) and lows rarely below about 50°F (10°C). Annual rainfall is roughly 55–65 inches (1,400–1,650 mm), concentrated in the wet season, and the area is at risk for tropical storms and hurricanes during the June–November season (peak August–September).
How safe is Scott Lake, Miami Gardens, FL?
Neighborhood-level crime statistics for Scott Lake are not typically published separately by state or federal agencies, so an exact safety ranking for the neighborhood is not available. City-level crime reports for Miami Gardens are published by the Miami-Dade Police Department and crime-mapping services; these sources show variation across neighborhoods and provide the best current data on violent and property crime trends. Consult recent MDPD reports and local crime maps for up-to-date, block-level information before making decisions.