Is West Tamiami 3 safe?
Tamiami, Florida · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates West Tamiami 3 as “Go”.
Gogo's take on West Tamiami 3
“Go. West Tamiami 3 is a peaceful, established suburban community in western Miami-Dade County characterized by very low rates of violent crime and stable residential subdivisions. Visitors will find safe, family-oriented residential streets, though having a personal vehicle is essential for getting around.”
About the area
West Tamiami 3 is an unincorporated residential enclave in the Tamiami census-designated place, bordered by major commercial corridors like SW 8th Street (Tamiami Trail). The area features tidy single-family homes, strip malls offering authentic Latin American cuisine, and a tranquil suburban rhythm.
- Suburban / Quiet
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
- Latin Culinary Hub
Walking and biking in West Tamiami 3
Walk score: 42/100 · Bike score: 46/100
There is no local municipal bike-share system, and dedicated protected bike lanes are sparse, though quiet interior subdivision streets offer low-traffic cycling.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are significantly lower than both Miami-Dade County and national averages
- High rates of owner-occupied housing contribute to well-maintained properties and quiet streets
- Strong community presence with active families and elderly long-term residents
- Close proximity to vibrant Cuban, Nicaraguan, and Colombian dining spots along SW 8th St
Cons
- Car-dependent infrastructure with high-speed traffic on surrounding arterial avenues
- Occasional opportunistic property crimes like vehicle break-ins in shopping plaza parking lots
- Spanish is the predominant language; English-only speakers may encounter minor language barriers at smaller businesses
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is minimal within the residential neighborhood, with only occasional individuals seen near major bus stops or highway intersections along Tamiami Trail.
What West Tamiami 3 is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and pleasant with residents walking dogs, jogging, and heading out for morning coffee along local streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Quiet in residential pockets with moderate to heavy vehicle traffic humming along nearby commercial thoroughfares.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Warm and community-focused as families return home and local neighborhood restaurants fill up safely.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Calm and very dark on interior residential blocks; remain mindful of dimly lit street crossings.
Transit, parking and getting around
Miami-Dade Transit operates Metrobus routes 8 and 11 along SW 8th Street providing east-west connections; the Metrorail network is several miles to the east and requires a bus transfer.
Ample free surface parking lots are available at virtually all shopping plazas, and residential street parking is generally free and accessible.
Things to do in West Tamiami 3
- Sample authentic Cuban pastries, croquetas, and café con leche at nearby family-run bakeries
- Enjoy outdoor recreation, tennis courts, and walking paths at Tamiami Park
- Explore cultural events, food festivals, or youth sports tournaments hosted at the Miami-Dade County Fair & Exposition grounds
Local favorites
- Islas Canarias Restaurant · Cuban Restaurant · 4.5★ (5200)Famed local institution legendary for its award-winning croquetas and traditional Cuban comfort food.
- Los Ranchos Steakhouse · Nicaraguan Steakhouse · 4.4★ (1850)Longtime local favorite specializing in churrasco steak with chimichurri and traditional Central American sides.
- Sedano's Supermarkets · Supermarket · 4.3★ (1200)Essential regional grocery hub offering fresh Caribbean produce, hot food stations, and Latin specialty staples.
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.