Is South Ives Estates safe?
Ives Estates, Florida · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates South Ives Estates as “Go, stay aware”.
Gogo's take on South Ives Estates
“Go with care. South Ives Estates is a quiet, primarily residential suburban community situated near the Miami-Dade and Broward county border. Violent crime is rare in the interior residential streets, though routine vigilance regarding vehicle break-ins is advised around nearby commercial corridors.”
Local law enforcement periodically monitors and addresses opportunistic vehicle break-ins and property thefts around multi-family residential complexes near major thoroughfares.
About the area
South Ives Estates is a modest suburban enclave in northern Miami-Dade County characterized by single-family homes, townhouse developments, and strip mall commerce. It provides a quiet residential atmosphere with quick vehicular access to Aventura, Hallandale Beach, and major transit highways.
- Suburban
- Residential
- Car-Dependent
- Family-Friendly
Walking and biking in South Ives Estates
Walk score: 48/100 · Bike score: 51/100
There are no public bike-share kiosks in the neighborhood, and cycling requires caution due to high-speed traffic on surrounding arterials and limited dedicated bike lanes.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent crime rates than core urban Miami-Dade neighborhoods
- Stable residential pocket with a strong base of long-term homeowners
- Convenient proximity to regional shopping, parks, and medical centers in Aventura
Cons
- Incidents of property crime, primarily vehicle burglaries in parking lots
- Heavily car-dependent layout with aggressive vehicular traffic on arterial borders
- Uneven pedestrian infrastructure and limited street lighting on some residential lanes
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is virtually absent within residential subdivisions, though occasional individuals may be seen near major commercial intersections along Ives Dairy Road.
What South Ives Estates is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and safe as residents head out on commutes and school runs.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm residential atmosphere with standard neighborhood traffic and safe sidewalk conditions.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet in residential areas with steady commerce in perimeter plazas; generally safe with standard awareness.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Suburban streets become very quiet and dark; walking alone is not recommended due to low visibility.
Transit, parking and getting around
Miami-Dade Transit operates Metrobus routes such as the 9 and 105 along major perimeter roads, connecting riders to the Golden Glades Interchange and the Aventura Brightline station roughly three miles east.
Ample parking is available in private driveways, residential assigned spaces, and free strip mall lots; metered street parking is not prevalent.
Things to do in South Ives Estates
- Enjoy outdoor sports, walking paths, and the community center at adjacent Ives Estates Park
- Sample diverse authentic Caribbean and Latin American culinary spots along Ives Dairy Road
- Access nearby championship golf courses and shopping hubs within a ten-minute drive
Local favorites
- Dutch Pot Jamaican Restaurant · Jamaican Restaurant · 4.3★ (1820)Popular neighborhood counter-serve staple known for jerk chicken, oxtail, and hearty Caribbean sides.
- Pastry Is Art · Bakery & Cafe · 4.6★ (310)Acclaimed local boutique bakery serving European-style pastries, custom cakes, and espresso.
- Moises Bakery · Bakery · 4.4★ (880)Well-loved bakery specializing in Latin American empanadas, tequeños, and fresh breads.
Scores are safety-driven — recent reported crime and local news plus Census income, poverty, housing, education, household and access data — refreshed nightly. Walk and bike scores are shown separately and do not affect the safety score. A guide, not a guarantee — conditions change street to street.