Is West Spanish Trace Condominums safe?
Kendall, Florida · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates West Spanish Trace Condominums as “Go”.
Gogo's take on West Spanish Trace Condominums
“Go. West Spanish Trace Condominiums and the surrounding Kendall corridor provide a safe, stable suburban residential environment. Violent crime is uncommon, though visitors should take standard precautions against vehicle burglaries common in large surface parking lots.”
About the area
West Spanish Trace is a well-established condominium community situated just off North Kendall Drive in the heart of suburban Miami-Dade County. The area features Mediterranean-style residential clusters surrounded by major commercial centers, casual eateries, and family-oriented amenities.
- Suburban Residential
- Car-Dependent
- Family-Friendly
- Condo Community
Walking and biking in West Spanish Trace Condominums
Walk score: 64/100 · Bike score: 48/100
There is no local bike-share system, and cycling along SW 88th Street is challenging due to high traffic volume, though internal complex roadways are calm.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are consistently well below the broader Miami-Dade metro average
- Stable middle-income residential community with active homeowners association management
- Convenient access to major retail, dining, and healthcare facilities along North Kendall Drive
Cons
- Car break-ins and property crimes occasionally occur in open residential parking lots
- Heavy vehicular traffic and high-speed multi-lane roads adjacent to the community
- Limited pedestrian infrastructure outside immediate retail shopping plazas
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is minimal within the private condominium property, with only occasional individuals panhandling near major commercial intersections along North Kendall Drive.
What West Spanish Trace Condominums is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and busy with residents commuting and walking dogs throughout the condominium grounds.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Active with steady traffic along Kendall Drive and frequent shoppers in surrounding strip malls.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet in the residential units while nearby restaurants and shopping plazas remain active and well-lit.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Calm and generally safe, though walking along unlit exterior perimeters or adjacent main arterials is best avoided alone.
Transit, parking and getting around
Miami-Dade Transit operates bus Route 88 along North Kendall Drive, connecting directly to the Dadeland North Metrorail station approximately 3.5 miles to the east.
Assigned and guest surface parking is available inside the condominium community with permits, while nearby shopping centers provide ample free surface parking.
Things to do in West Spanish Trace Condominums
- Catch a movie at the Regal Kendall Village cinema complex nearby
- Explore shopping and casual dining options at Kendall Village Center
- Enjoy outdoor recreation and tennis courts at nearby Continental Park
Local favorites
- Roasters 'N Toasters · Deli · 4.4★ (1250)Classic New York-style deli serving bagels, pastrami, and hearty breakfast platters.
- Duffy's Sports Grill · Sports Bar · 4.3★ (2100)Lively regional chain offering pub grub, wings, and numerous TV screens for game day.
- Bahama Breeze · Caribbean Restaurant · 4.4★ (4800)Island-themed eatery offering tropical drinks, Caribbean fare, and patio seating.
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.