55+ Community · Miami, FL
Southern Ests Miami, FL Homes For Sale & Real Estate
Southern Ests, Miami, FL, is a 55+ community in Miami-Dade County with 7 homes for sale right now. Southern Ests is an age-restricted 55+ community in Miami, Miami-Dade County, Florida, governed under the Housing for Older Persons Act (HOPA).
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Southern Ests Market at a Glance
Live MLS · Updated Oct 29, 2026
- Active Inventory
- 7
- New Listings (30d)
- 0
- Pending Sales
- 2
- Median List Price
- $849,000
- Months of Inventory
- 4.0
- Avg Days on Market
- 104
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Market Overview
Southern Ests real estate market
There are 7 active listings for sale in Southern Ests right now. The median list price is $849,000, or about $425 per square foot. Listings span $775,000 to $1,800,000, so there is inventory across most budgets. Homes are averaging 104 days on market. These figures update from the MLS as the market moves.
Southern Ests Market Stats
MLS data updated October 16, 2026- Active Listings
- 7
- Median List Price
- $849,000
- Median $/Sq Ft
- $425
- Avg Days on Market
- 104
- Price Range
- $775,000 to $1,800,000
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many homes are for sale in Southern Ests?
- There are 7 active listings for sale in Southern Ests right now, and these counts update from the MLS as homes come on the market and go under contract. Prices cluster fairly closely, with the top of the market about 2.3 times the entry level. Ask us to set up a search alert and you will see new Southern Ests listings the day they reach the market.
- What is the median home price in Southern Ests?
- The median list price in Southern Ests is $849,000, or roughly $425 per square foot. The median is the midpoint of what is currently listed, so about half of Southern Ests homes ask more and half ask less, within a broader range of $775,000 to $1,800,000. The median sits in the lower part of that range, so most Southern Ests homes are nearer the entry level and a few high-end listings pull the top up. We can pull recent comparable sales to price a specific home more precisely.
- What price range do homes in Southern Ests cover?
- Homes for sale in Southern Ests currently range from about $775,000 at the entry level to $1,800,000 at the top of the market. That spread reflects lot size, square footage, and finish level across the single-family homes here, with the median list price around $849,000. The spread is moderate, so there is real choice here without the extremes some markets show. Tell us your budget and must-haves and we will send the Southern Ests listings that actually fit.
- How long do homes take to sell in Southern Ests?
- Homes in Southern Ests are averaging 104 days on market, measured from the day a listing goes live to the day it goes under contract. That is a measured pace, which usually leaves buyers room to negotiate and makes pricing at the outset matter more for sellers. Days on market in Southern Ests also shift with the season and with how a home is priced, so a sharply priced listing can still sell well ahead of the average.
- Is Southern Ests a 55+ community?
- Yes. Southern Ests is an age-restricted, 55-and-over active adult community, which generally means at least one resident per home must be 55 or older and the community is built around an active adult lifestyle. These communities usually pair lower-maintenance homes with amenities such as a clubhouse, pool, fitness center, and a full social calendar. Rules on age, occupancy, leasing, and pets are set by the HOA and vary, so confirm the current governing documents for Southern Ests before you write an offer.
- Are there waterfront homes in Southern Ests?
- Yes. Southern Ests includes waterfront homes with canal, lake, or Intracoastal frontage.
About Southern Ests
Southern Ests, Miami, FL, is a 55+ community in Miami-Dade County with 7 homes for sale right now. Southern Ests is an age-restricted 55+ community in Miami, Miami-Dade County, Florida, governed under the Housing for Older Persons Act (HOPA). Homes are priced from $650,000 to $1,300,000. At least one resident per home must be 55 or older. Pure Equity lists homes in Southern Ests and represents buyers. Commission is negotiable, and what we are paid is agreed with you in writing before you commit to anything.
Homes & Architecture
Homes for sale in Southern Ests
Homes for sale in Southern Ests offer 3 to 5 bedrooms and 2 to 5 baths. Floor plans span roughly 1,689 to 3,153 square feet. The mix here includes single family homes. Current prices run from $775,000 to $1,800,000. The homes on the market were built between 1961 and 1966.
Schools
Schools near Southern Ests
Homes for sale in Southern Ests are typically zoned for the Miami public schools below, based on current MLS listings. Confirm the exact attendance zone for any specific address with the Miami-Dade County school district before you buy.
- Middle School
- W. R. Thomas
- High School
- Southwest Miami
Map
Where Southern Ests is in Miami
Centred on the homes listed and recently sold in Southern Ests.
Recent Sales
Recently sold homes in Southern Ests
These are the last 24 recorded closings in Southern Ests, with the price each home actually sold for rather than what it was listed at. They closed at a median of $431 per square foot. The most recent closed on October 5, 2026. Closed sales are what an appraiser and a buyer's agent will look at, so they are the starting point for pricing a home here.
Sold$1,138,000
Sold · October 5, 2026
11835 SW 37th Street
5 bed · 3 bath · 2,802 sqft · $406/sqft
$112,000 under the asking price
Sold$760,000
Sold · August 10, 2026
12551 SW 35th Street
4 bed · 2 bath · 1,992 sqft · $382/sqft
$15,000 under the asking price
Sold$753,000
Sold · August 7, 2026
3860 SW 121st Avenue
3 bed · 2 bath · 2,242 sqft · $336/sqft
$32,000 under the asking price
Sold$641,000
Sold · August 5, 2026
12009 SW 39th Terrace
2 bed · 1 bath · 966 sqft · $664/sqft
$9,000 under the asking price
Sold$885,000
Sold · June 30, 2026
11800 SW 35th Street
4 bed · 4 bath · 1,503 sqft · $589/sqft
$4,000 under the asking price
Sold$800,000
Sold · June 29, 2026
3815 SW 125th Avenue
3 bed · 2 bath · 1,461 sqft · $548/sqft
$49,000 under the asking price
| Address | Closed | Sold for | Beds / baths | Sq ft | $/sq ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12310 SW 39th Terrace | June 1, 2026 | $860,000 | 4 / 3 | 2,236 | $385 |
| 3530 SW 126th Avenue | May 28, 2026 | $815,000 | 4 / 3 | 2,204 | $370 |
| 3605 SW 122nd Place | April 30, 2026 | $790,000 | 4 / 3 | 1,810 | $436 |
| 2810 SW 123rd Court | April 30, 2026 | $825,000 | 3 / 2 | 1,241 | $665 |
| 3825 SW 125th Avenue | April 14, 2026 | $750,000 | 2 / 2 | 1,492 | $503 |
| 12225 SW 42nd Street | April 2, 2026 | $900,000 | 5 / 3 | 2,088 | $431 |
| 12301 SW 28th Street | February 23, 2026 | $850,000 | 4 / 4 | 2,269 | $375 |
| 12011 SW 37th Terrace | February 18, 2026 | $670,000 | 5 / 5 | 2,314 | $290 |
| 12270 SW 28th Street | February 9, 2026 | $600,000 | 4 / 3 | 1,710 | $351 |
| 4020 SW 122nd Avenue | November 28, 2025 | $790,000 | 4 / 2 | 1,708 | $463 |
| 3600 SW 122nd Avenue | November 10, 2025 | $505,000 | 3 / 2 | 1,240 | $407 |
| 3740 SW 124th Court | November 3, 2025 | $755,500 | 4 / 3 | 1,572 | $481 |
| 3500 SW 121st Avenue | October 27, 2025 | $829,000 | 4 / 2 | 1,608 | $516 |
| 12273 SW 27th Street | October 24, 2025 | $859,000 | 3 / 2 | 1,476 | $582 |
| 12300 SW 28th Street | October 16, 2025 | $639,000 | 3 / 2 | 1,512 | $423 |
| 11835 SW 37th Street | October 3, 2025 | $1,025,000 | 5 / 3 | 2,802 | $366 |
| 3631 SW 127th Avenue | September 2, 2025 | $635,000 | 3 / 2 | 1,800 | $353 |
| 12531 SW 37th Terrace | August 29, 2025 | $722,500 | 3 / 2 | 1,309 | $552 |
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Under Contract
Homes under contract in Southern Ests
2 homes in Southern Ests are under contract right now. A buyer and seller have agreed to terms and the sale has not closed yet. Pending homes are a read on demand rather than on asking prices, and because they have not closed they show it earlier than sold comps do. If you are deciding what to list for in Southern Ests, this is what buyers are committing to today.
Under Contract$995,000
Asking · 7 days to contract
12290 SW 30TH Street
5 bed · 3 bath · 2,423 sqft · $411/sqft asking
Under Contract$769,000
Asking · 23 days to contract
3640 SW 122nd Place
3 bed · 2 bath · 1,614 sqft · $476/sqft asking
See what your Southern Ests home would sell for in this market, or track every pending sale in Southern Ests.
Market & Value
Southern Ests market and home values
The Southern Ests real estate market reads best through the community's own recent activity, not a county-wide average. The median list price in Southern Ests is around $849,000, or roughly $425 per square foot. That sits about 42% above the Miami-Dade County median, which shows where Southern Ests lands in the local market. Recent asking prices have run from $775,000 to $1,800,000, so the home you choose within Southern Ests matters as much as the community average. Homes here have recently taken about 104 days to go under contract, a useful gauge of how quickly the Southern Ests market is moving. For pricing an offer or a listing, comparable sales within Southern Ests carry more weight than any headline number, since homes of the same type and size set the real range. Pure Equity can pull the active and recently sold homes in Southern Ests so you work from real numbers, not an estimate.
How It Compares
Southern Ests compared to nearby Miami communities
Southern Ests sits 3 of 7 on median price among these Miami communities. Price per square foot is the fairer comparison between communities, because it adjusts for the fact that one neighborhood builds bigger homes than another. Days on market shows how quickly each one is actually selling.
| Community | Homes | Median | $/Sq Ft | Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aston Martin Residences | 48 | $3,225,000 | $1,586 | 229 |
| Paramount Miami Worldcent | 66 | $960,100 | $673 | 263 |
| Southern Ests this page | 7 | $849,000 | $425 | 104 |
| Icon Brickell | 61 | $770,000 | $761 | 193 |
| Icon Brickell | 45 | $765,000 | $821 | 165 |
| Vizcayne | 61 | $459,000 | $498 | 168 |
| Opera Tower | 46 | $340,000 | $478 | 186 |
Medians come from active listings in each community and move as inventory turns over. They describe the homes currently for sale, not what any one home is worth.
Who It Suits
Is Southern Ests right for you?
It helps to know who Southern Ests tends to suit before you tour. As an age-restricted community, Southern Ests fits active adults, downsizers, and seasonal residents who want a lock-and-leave home and a full social calendar. At least one resident usually needs to meet the age requirement, so confirm the specific age rule and any younger-spouse provision before you buy. On price, Southern Ests sits in the upper tier, drawing buyers who want more space, newer construction, or a stronger location. Whether Southern Ests is right for you depends on how you plan to use the home, full time or seasonally, and Pure Equity can walk you through the tradeoffs before you commit.
Amenities & Lifestyle
Living in Southern Ests
Waterfront homes here offer canal, lake, or Intracoastal frontage, and some sites include private dockage. As an age-restricted community, Southern Ests centers on an active adult lifestyle, with amenities and a social calendar built for residents 55 and over.
Location
Southern Ests location
Southern Ests is located in Miami, part of Miami-Dade County, Florida. The Miami area's shopping, dining, schools, and parks are all nearby, and the region's job centers, beaches, and airports are within driving distance.
Buying in Southern Ests
Buying a home in Southern Ests
The buying process in Southern Ests is the one used across Miami-Dade County. Getting a mortgage pre-approval first tells you your real budget and lets you move quickly when the right home comes up. Ask for the association's governing documents, budget, and reserve study before you write an offer. Association fees, any club or membership costs, and rules on rentals, pets, and leasing vary by community and materially affect the true cost of ownership. Property taxes factor into the monthly payment: the median annual property tax in Miami-Dade County is about $3,516. Florida's homestead exemption lowers the taxable value of a primary residence, and the Save Our Homes cap limits how fast that assessed value can rise from year to year. Budget for homeowners insurance as well. Rates in Florida reflect wind and flood exposure, so gather quotes early and check whether a specific address sits in a FEMA flood zone. Once you are under contract, plan for a home inspection and, if you are financing, a lender appraisal, both of which fall inside the inspection period. Working with an agent who knows Miami means you see new listings in Southern Ests the day they reach the market.
Selling in Southern Ests
Selling a home in Southern Ests
Selling a home in Southern Ests starts with pricing it correctly for current conditions. List prices in Southern Ests currently center around $849,000, which is a starting reference for where a comparable home might be positioned. Homes that are decluttered, professionally photographed, and priced to recent comparable sales tend to draw the most interest in the first two weeks, when a listing is newest and gets the most views. Buyers in an association community also want to see the HOA or condo docs, the reserve study, and any pending or special assessments up front, so having those ready before you list avoids delays once you are under contract. Florida sellers usually pay the documentary stamp tax on the deed, currently $0.70 per $100 of the sale price in most counties, along with prorated property taxes and, by local custom in many areas, the owner's title insurance policy. We provide a no-obligation home valuation for Southern Ests owners in Miami, so you can see what your property could sell for before you commit to listing.
Thinking of Selling?
What is your Southern Ests home worth?
Online estimates miss what makes a home different. Tell us about yours and a licensed listing agent will send you a pricing opinion based on what has actually closed near you in Southern Ests.
Listing agents and seller representation in Southern Ests
Thinking about selling in Southern Ests? The agent you pick shapes two numbers: what your home closes for, and how long it takes. A listing agent, also called a seller's agent, prices the property against what has actually closed nearby. They also prepare and market it, screen the offers that arrive, and negotiate the terms rather than just the price.
Conditions in Southern Ests sit close to balanced, which rewards sellers who price against real closed sales instead of neighboring asking prices. Homes here are averaging about 104 days from listing to accepted offer, so build that into your moving timeline.
Community-level detail matters most here. Association rules, what the fees cover, and which buildings sell fastest all affect your outcome. So does whether a buyer needs board approval before closing. None of it appears in a listing description. All of it decides whether a sale closes on time.
Pure Equity is a licensed Florida brokerage serving Southern Ests. Onias Derilus is the broker of record, Florida Real Estate Broker license BK3276618. A broker holds a higher license than an agent working under one. In practice that means the person advising you on price is also the one legally responsible for the file. That matters most when a deal gets complicated.
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Realtors and real estate agents serving Southern Ests
People search for realtors, real estate agents, and real estate brokers more or less interchangeably. For most purposes the job title matters less than licensing and representation. Every licensed agent in Florida works under a broker. That broker carries final responsibility for the transaction.
What separates real estate professionals in Southern Ests is specificity. Can they answer questions about your street, not just your city? Ask what they have closed nearby and how they arrived at a price. A grounded answer cites particular recent sales. It also explains why those homes compare to yours. Vague reassurance is the warning sign.
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Buyer's agents in Southern Ests
A buyer's agent represents the purchaser rather than the owner. They identify properties that actually fit and research what comparable homes sold for, not what they asked. They also advise on offer strategy. Finally, they manage inspection and financing deadlines through to closing.
Where buyers have room to negotiate, as they do in Southern Ests, the leverage is only worth something if you know where it exists and what to ask for. If you are buying and selling at the same time, which is common for people moving within Miami-Dade County, sequencing the two is its own skill: contingencies, timing, and what happens if one closing slips all need planning before either home goes on the market.
What representation costs
Real estate commissions are negotiable. No law, multiple listing service, or association sets them. If an agent tells you there is a standard rate, they are misinforming you. What you pay is agreed between you and the brokerage you hire. Get it in writing before the work begins.
Industry rules changed in 2024. Now a buyer and their agent must put compensation in a written buyer agreement before touring homes together. Sellers may still offer to contribute toward the buyer's side. However, that is negotiated rather than assumed. It is worth thinking through with your listing agent before you go live.
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Buying Instead?
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We will tell you which listings are worth your time, what comparable homes actually closed for, and how to structure an offer that holds up through inspection and financing.
Frequently asked questions
How do I find a listing agent in Southern Ests?
Ask any listing agent you interview two questions. Which homes have they closed near Southern Ests, and how did they arrive at their suggested price? A grounded answer names recent closed sales. It also explains why those homes compare to yours. With a median around $849,000 here, the gap between realistic pricing guidance and optimistic guidance is real money. Verify the license too. Florida licenses are public and searchable through the state's DBPR portal. Pure Equity is a licensed brokerage serving Miami-Dade County. You can reach the broker directly at (561) 835-5400.
What does a seller's agent actually do?
A seller's agent prices the home against comparable closed sales. Before it goes live, they advise on repairs and presentation. Then they handle photography and marketing, and put the home in front of buyers and other agents. When offers arrive, they screen them and negotiate both price and terms. Terms matter as much as the number, because inspection windows, financing contingencies, and closing dates all affect whether an offer reaches the closing table.
How much does a real estate agent cost in Southern Ests?
Commissions are fully negotiable. No law or real estate board sets them. What you pay is whatever you and your brokerage agree to in writing before work begins. Since the 2024 rule changes, buyers and their agents must agree compensation in a written buyer agreement before touring homes. Any seller contribution toward the buyer's side is negotiated rather than automatic. Ask any agent you interview to put their fee in writing.
What is the difference between a realtor, a real estate agent, and a broker?
A real estate agent holds a state license to represent buyers and sellers. A broker holds a higher-level license and can operate a brokerage. That broker also carries final legal responsibility for the office's transactions. Realtor is a membership term for agents belonging to the National Association of Realtors. For someone buying or selling in Southern Ests, three practical questions matter. Is the person licensed, who do they represent in your transaction, and what can they actually tell you about your local market?
Do I need an agent to buy a home in Southern Ests?
You are not legally required to use one, but most buyers in Southern Ests do. A buyer's agent handles the parts that are easy to get wrong. That means identifying what comparable homes actually closed for, spotting condition or association issues early, and managing inspection and financing deadlines. Even in a slower market, negotiating room is only useful if you know where it exists.
Can one agent help me sell my current home and buy the next one?
Yes. For people moving within Miami-Dade County it is often the more practical route, because one person coordinates both timelines. Sequencing is the hard part. Should your purchase be contingent on your sale? How would you cover a gap if the closings do not line up? What happens if one side is delayed? Plan all of that before either home is listed, rather than after an offer arrives.
Public Records
Look up Southern Ests property records
Anything on this page that affects what a home costs to own, assessed value, exemptions, flood zone, is published by a public agency. These are the official sources, not our summaries of them.
Miami-Dade County Property Appraiser
Assessed value, homestead exemption status, and recorded sales history for any parcel.
FEMA Flood Map Service Center
Look up the official flood zone for an address before you budget for insurance.
Florida Department of Revenue, property taxes
How Florida assesses property, and which exemptions you can claim.
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