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City	Sunset
State	Florida (FL)
County	Miami-Dade County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/New_York)

Latitude	25.706081
Longitude	-80.352371
Population	15,912
Density	1750.3 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Codes	33616, 33173
Area Code	407, 321, 305, 786
County Seat	Miami
School District	Dade County School District

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About Sunset, Florida

Sunset is a locality in Miami-Dade County, Florida, United States. It has a population of 15,912. The population density is 1750.3 people per km². Sunset is located at 25.7061°N, 80.3524°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP codes: 33616, 33173.

Sunset reveals itself as a landscape defined by the heavy, humid breath of the subtropics and the quiet persistence of low-lying terrain. It lies 1.5 miles south of Olympia Heights, FL (from Olympia Heights, FL: bearing 172°T), and is situated 2.9 miles northwest of Kendall. The ground here holds the moisture of the earth, where the drainage of Snapper Creek Canal Number C-2 marks the passage of water through the flat, verdant ground. Only six miles separate the residents from the open waters of Biscayne Bay, though the intervening space remains a dense, suburban tapestry of palmetto scrub and manicured gardens. To the west, the horizon remains stubbornly level, lacking the interruption of any peak or highland, though one might imagine the distant shape of Palm Tree Head rising far beyond the view. Residents often find solace in the green expanse of Sunset Park, a local space that anchors the neighborhood against the encroaching heat of the afternoon.

Development in Sunset mirrors the broader patterns of southern growth, moving from agricultural roots into a modern economy anchored by service and professional industry. The legacy of the region remains tied to the clearing of land that once demanded constant attention to its natural, marshy character. Over time, the economy shifted from the cycles of local groves to the professional rhythms of a diverse workforce that commutes toward larger hubs of commerce. While the intensity of the sun dictates the pace of the day, the infrastructure of the area supports a steady, quiet prosperity that favors suburban stability. The local fiber of the economy relies on businesses that serve the immediate needs of a population familiar with the challenges of a subtropical climate. Even as the decades have passed, the underlying ambition of the people of Sunset has remained focused on maintaining a standard of living that balances environmental reality with modern convenience.

Sunset fosters a cultural temperament that is as varied as the architecture of its quiet streets, reflecting a blend of influences that drift northward from the Caribbean. The identity of the neighborhood is anchored by community life, where the presence of Sunset Park acts as a focal point for weekend gatherings and the simple observation of the passing day. While the region is not defined by singular, towering monuments, it gains its character from the collective history of its residents and the proximity to the serene waters of Biscayne Bay. Notable figures such as the renowned musician Enrique Iglesias have maintained ties to this general vicinity, grounding the area in a modern cultural context. The atmosphere remains one of measured activity, where the transition from the bright, blinding light of midday to the deep shadows of evening provides a daily rhythm for those who live here. Life in Sunset proceeds with a deliberate grace, unburdened by the clamor of more crowded centers, yet fully engaged with the subtropical world that surrounds it.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Sunset Park (Local Park) — 0.4 mi, 148° SE
Snapper Creek Trail (Local Park) — 0.9 mi, 252° W
Miami Art Center (Arts Centre) — 2.4 mi, 120° SE
Aquarium Depot (Aquarium) — 2.5 mi, 236° SW
Sagitaro (Public Artwork) — 2.5 mi, 210° SW
Flume (Attraction) — 3.0 mi, 340° N
Mega Drop (Attraction) — 3.1 mi, 341° N
Avalanche Coaster (Attraction) — 3.2 mi, 342° N
Main Street Stage (Theatre) — 3.2 mi, 338° N
Color Image Designs @ Miami-Dade County Fair (Attraction) — 3.3 mi, 341° N
Winston Linear Park (Local Recreation) — 3.3 mi, 247° SW
Student Art Gallery (Gallery) — 3.7 mi, 339° N
Vossen (Gallery) — 4.1 mi, 091° E
Victor E. Clarke Recital Hall (Theatre) — 4.6 mi, 079° E
Iron Arrow Mound (Monument) — 4.7 mi, 078° E
Lowe Art Gallery (Arts Centre) — 4.9 mi, 079° E
R. Hardy Matheson Preserve (State Conservation Area) — 5.3 mi, 124° SE
Biscayne Bay Aquatic Preserve (Marine Protected Area) — 5.4 mi, 102° E
Biscayne Bay-Card Sound Spiny Lobster Sanctuary (Marine Protected Area) — 5.7 mi, 130° SE
Landmark at Merrick Park (Cinema) — 6.0 mi, 073° E
Bird Drive Recharge Area (Local Recreation) — 6.2 mi, 288° W
Cuban Museum (Museum) — 6.6 mi, 062° NE
Cinépolis Luxury Cinemas (Cinema) — 7.0 mi, 077° E
Freedom Plaza (Monument) — 7.1 mi, 057° NE
Overlook to Pine Rocklands (Viewpoint) — 7.2 mi, 202° S
Biscayne National Park (National Park) — 7.3 mi, 158° S · 346k acres
Everglades National Park Expansion (National Park) — 9.0 mi, 268° W · 109k acres
Everglades and Francis S. Taylor Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 9.4 mi, 300° NW
Marjory Stoneman Douglas Wilderness Area (Wilderness Area) — 19.9 mi, 268° W · 1.3M acres
Crocodile Lake National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 25.3 mi, 168° S · 13k acres

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