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Miami-Dade County

Living in Miami, Florida

Compare downtown and Brickell transportation, confirm local services by address, and check flood information before signing.

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Moving to Miami

Compare the day-to-day cost of a downtown or Brickell condo, including parking, association fees, and insurance. If you need to cross a causeway for work or school, try that route at the time you expect to commute.

Miami-Dade Metromover service and map

Getting settled in Miami

Check your lease or closing documents to see who pays for water and sewer. If the address is served by Miami-Dade Water and Sewer, use its service portal. Review city flood resources before a storm and ask which emergency alerts cover your address.

City of Miami hurricane and flood information

Living in Miami

Try the Metromover for a downtown or Brickell trip before deciding whether you need a car for daily errands. Its route map helps you see which stops work for your home, work, and shopping.

Miami-Dade Metromover rider information

Planning a move to Miami?

Use the Florida moving guide and residency and homestead guide for statewide steps. Confirm address-specific services before closing or signing a lease.

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