Established in 1996, the Village of Pinecrest offers upscale suburban living that has grown around the former wildlife attraction—now beloved community park—Pinecrest Gardens. Renowned for its scenic beauty and tree-lined streets, this landscape-rich community has gained recognition as one of the top ten places in Florida for “quality of life” by the South Florida Business Journal.

Consisting mostly of single-family homes and secluded commercial areas, Pinecrest has some of the highest-rated public schools in Miami-Dade County. Because of this, it has been honored with the “Playful City USA” designation five times since 2012. Playful City USA designates cities and towns across the country that put the needs of families first so children can learn, grow, and develop important life skills.  

Pinecrest is home to a robust educational landscape, with five public schools and seven private institutions. Conveniently located nearby are higher education institutions such as the University of Miami, Florida International University, and Miami-Dade College.

According to the latest Census data, Pinecrest hosts a thriving business ecosystem, with 2,050 registered businesses. With an engaged labor force of 8,600 individuals, 75% are employed in white-collar professions, while the remaining 24% contribute to blue-collar sectors. Key industries driving Pinecrest’s economy include Retail, Professional, Scientific and Technical Services, Banking, Finance, Insurance, and Education.

In Pinecrest, the upscale living, engaged family-oriented community, and boundless opportunity, make for a fantastic quality of life.