Explore Miami Shores, Florida, with this interactive street and satellite map.
| City | Miami Shores |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| County | Miami-Dade County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| Latitude | 25.867011 |
| Longitude | -80.178341 |
| Population | 11,567 |
| Density | 1795.8 /km² |
| Incorporated | Yes |
| ZIP Codes | 33138, 33141 |
| Area Code | 305, 786 |
| County Seat | Miami |
| School District | Dade County School District |
Miami Shores presents a landscape defined by the quiet interplay of subtropical humidity and the persistent, salt-tinged air drifting in from the nearby coastline. It lies 1.6 miles east-southeast of Pinewood, FL (from Pinewood, FL: bearing 105°T), and is situated 6.1 miles north of Miami. The atmosphere here carries a weight of moisture that softens the edges of the afternoon, especially as the light begins to turn a bruised gold near the tides of Biscayne Bay, which sits just one mile to the east. Residents often find their way to the Miami Shores Optimist Park, where the green expanse offers a reprieve from the dense, verdant growth of palmetto scrub that characterizes the local terrain. A mere mile away, the Little River traces a slow, winding path through the region, contributing to the humid, lush character of the ground. Beyond the residential avenues, the horizon remains flat and expansive, a testament to the low-lying geography that stretches toward the distant, shimmering surface of the water.
Development in Miami Shores reflects a deliberate transition from early twentieth-century citrus groves into a residential enclave defined by its architectural character and quiet commerce. The local economy relies heavily on professional services and a small-scale retail sector that caters to the needs of those who value the rhythm of a settled, established neighborhood. While the town lacks the heavy industrial footprint of larger metropolitan centers, it maintains a steady fiscal health through its focus on property maintenance and the preservation of its mid-century aesthetic. History remains visible in the thoughtful planning of the streets and the enduring quality of the homes that define the landscape. The economic pulse of Miami Shores beats with a predictable, steady cadence, unburdened by the frantic pace of the surrounding urban sprawl.
Cultural life in Miami Shores finds its expression in the neighborhood gatherings and the shared pride in the well-maintained public spaces that anchor the daily routine. The community maintains a distinct identity, one that values the shade provided by mature trees and the proximity to the natural beauty of the region, including the nearby Belle Meade Island. Residents may travel toward the interior to visit Maule Lake, yet the center of social gravity remains firmly rooted in the local traditions of the area. While it does not claim the residency of global icons, the quiet dignity of the streets has long attracted those who seek a reprieve from the glare of notoriety. The air here feels thick with the scent of jasmine and the distant, rhythmic hum of a life lived in proximity to the sea, where the cycles of the day move with a deliberate and understated grace.
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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Miami Shores, Florida. Coordinates: 25.867011, -80.178341. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.
Detailed location data for Miami Shores includes the ZIP code (33138, 33141), telephone area code (305, 786), county seat of Miami-Dade County (Miami), and school district assignment (Dade County School District).
Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.
| Page generated | August 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. |