Living in Coconut Grove, Miami

One of my 10 Best Places to Live in Miami in 2026

Coconut Grove is Miami's oldest neighborhood and, for many people, its most relaxed. Big banyan trees shade the streets, sailboats fill the marinas, and the village center is full of cafés, shops and restaurants. It feels green and calm, yet Brickell and Downtown are only about 10 minutes away.

Why people love Coconut Grove

• Right on Biscayne Bay, with Peacock Park, Kennedy Park and the bayfront trail

• Dinner Key Marina and several sailing and yacht clubs

• A walkable village center around CocoWalk and Main Highway

• Good private schools in the area, popular with families

• Close to Brickell, Coral Gables and Key Biscayne

Coconut Grove real estate

Coconut Grove has everything from 1920s cottages to modern estates and luxury bayfront condos. It is one of Miami's strongest seller's markets right now: there are few homes for sale, and waterfront properties are among the most expensive in the city. Condos start in the high six figures, while single-family homes generally start above $1 million.

Who Coconut Grove suits

Families, boat owners, and anyone who wants nature and a village feel close to the city.

My tip

Inventory is low, so good homes sell fast. Ask me for a search alert, and I'll send you new listings the day they come on the market.

Where to eat, drink and hang out

• Monty's Raw Bar: seafood and sunset drinks on the water

• Glass & Vine: dinner in Peacock Park

• CocoWalk: shops, restaurants and a rooftop

• Vizcaya Museum & Gardens and The Barnacle: Miami history in beautiful gardens

• Coconut Grove Saturday Organic Market

• More restaurants in my guide below: Ariete, Los Félix, Le Bouchon du Grove, Carbone Vino, Chug's Diner, Midorie, Sapore di Mare and Greenstreet Cafe

• Parks and yearly events: Peacock Park, David T. Kennedy Park, Dinner Key and Regatta Park, the Coconut Grove Arts Festival, the King Mango Strut and the Bahamas Goombay Festival