Star island, Miami Beach

Updated June 22, 2026 · 1,187 residents

Star Island is a secluded, gated residential enclave known for its expansive waterfront estates and manicured landscapes. While it offers a quiet, suburban atmosphere, residents should anticipate high flood risks and a reliance on personal vehicles for transportation.

Key Highlights

Mixed Privacy LevelsQuiet, car-dependent streetsManicured Waterfront EstatesLimited Pet AccessQuietly SuburbanQuiet and SecludedNoticeable NoisePoor Air QualityMinimal Industrial PresenceLower Insurance CoveragePolitically BalancedPredominantly Young AdultsHigh Flood Risk
Map showing the location of Star island, Miami Beach, FL

About Star island

Star Island is an exclusive, man-made residential enclave in Miami Beach, developed by visionary Carl Fisher and completed in 1922. Created through extensive dredging operations by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the island was designed as a private sanctuary for the wealthy. Its architectural heritage is anchored by early 20th-century Mediterranean Revival and Mission Revival homes, many designed by architect Walter De Garmo, characterized by stucco facades and red-tiled roofs. Over the decades, the island has evolved into one of the most prestigious addresses in the United States, defined by its high-security gated access, waterfront mega-mansions, and a long-standing reputation as a secluded haven for celebrities and business moguls. Its history reflects the rapid transformation of Biscayne Bay’s submerged lands into a symbol of extreme luxury and privacy.

The area functions as a quiet retreat, characterized by low building density and significant greenery that creates a suburban feel within the broader Miami Beach landscape. It is defined by its focus on private residential life, lacking the commercial activity and social energy found in more central parts of the city. The visual landscape is dominated by large, manicured waterfront estates that prioritize privacy and exclusivity.

Potential residents should be aware of several environmental and logistical considerations. The neighborhood faces significant flood risks and exhibits poor air quality levels that may impact sensitive groups. Acoustic comfort is also a factor, as the area experiences noticeable noise from nearby transit corridors and flight paths. Furthermore, while the streets are quiet, the lack of sidewalks makes the area less pedestrian-friendly, necessitating a car for most daily errands. It is best suited for those who prioritize privacy and quiet residential living over walkability or proximity to urban amenities.

Neighborhood Scores Across 15 Qualities

🤫 Privacy Index

Living arrangements vary between dense mainland structures with shared walls and more isolated estate homes on the island. According to iHuus data, this level of privacy is roughly comparable to the broader Miami Beach area.

🚶 Walkability

Walking is possible along the quiet residential streets, though the lack of sidewalks makes it less pedestrian friendly than much of Miami Beach. Most trips will require a vehicle due to limited connectivity for those on foot.

🎨 Visual Appeal

Upscale waterfront estates and luxury high-rise condos define the landscape, though the overall visual variety is slightly below the Miami Beach average. Large lots with private docks and manicured greenery characterize much of the area according to iHuus data.

🐕 Dog Friendliness

Access to dedicated green spaces and public parks for pets is below the Miami Beach average. While waterfront promenades provide some walking options, there is a lack of extensive parkland within this specific area.

🗺️ Urban-Rural Index

Low building density and significant greenery provide a more suburban feel than the typical Miami Beach urban core. According to iHuus data, this area features a balance of residential space and open landscape that is less dense than the city average.

Neighborhood Vibe

Residential life here is tranquil and subdued, lacking the commercial activity and social energy found in more central parts of Miami Beach. According to iHuus data, this area is significantly less bustling than the city average due to its minimal retail presence and focus on private residential landscapes.

🔊 Acoustic Comfort

Frequent sounds from nearby transit corridors and flight paths characterize the area. This level of acoustic disturbance is slightly higher than the Miami Beach average, according to iHuus data.

🌿 Air Quality

Frequent unhealthy air quality levels pose a significant risk to sensitive groups. According to iHuus data, conditions in this area are slightly worse than the Miami Beach average.

🏭 Industrial Proximity

Residential life here remains largely undisturbed by heavy industry, as the area lacks large-scale warehouses or hazardous facilities. While some light commercial activity exists, the level of industrial proximity is notably lower than the Miami Beach average.

🏥 Health Insurance Coverage

Health insurance enrollment among residents is notably lower than the Miami Beach average, according to iHuus data.

🗳️ Ideological Lean

Political perspectives on Star Island are evenly split, representing a more balanced ideological landscape than the more liberal leaning average of Miami Beach. According to iHuus data, no single political orientation dominates the local community.

👥 Population Age Profile

Young adults comprise the majority of the resident population, making the area notably younger than the Miami Beach average. According to iHuus data, there is a relatively small presence of families or older residents in this area.

🌊 Flood Safety

Located within a designated floodplain, this area faces significant inundation risks and likely requires flood insurance. According to iHuus data, the vulnerability to flooding is slightly higher than the Miami Beach average.

Block-Level Insights for Star island

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Walkabilityavg 7.83
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Acoustic Comfortavg 4
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Privacy Indexavg 4.76
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Visual Appealavg 8.17
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Dog Friendlinessavg 5.83
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Urban-Rural Indexavg 4.39
Neighborhood Vibeavg 4.49
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Health Insurance Coverageavg 6.26
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Air Qualityavg 3.72
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Industrial Proximityavg 8.28
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Flood Safetyavg 2.65
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Ideological Leanavg 4.64
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Population Age Profileavg 4.7
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School Quality

School Districts Serving Star island

Dade County School District school district map
Dade County School District
Grades K–125/10
525 schools Rating range: 19 / 10

Prospective homebuyers looking at Miami-Dade County Public Schools will find a Mixed/Transition district characterized by outstanding flagship programs but challenged by shifting demographics. Under the steady guidance of Superintendent Dr. Jose Dotres, who is set to retire in early 2027, the district has achieved a record-high 93.1% graduation rate and six consecutive years with an overall state A grade. Flagship institutions like the School for Advanced Studies and MAST Academy provide elite pathways for high-achieving students. However, the district is navigating a complex transition as the school board conducts an active search for its next leader. Financially, the district benefits from strong community backing, evidenced by the overwhelming passage of a $400 million property tax referendum to support teacher salaries and school safety. Despite this local support, a sharp enrollment decline of over 13,000 students in the 2025-2026 school year has triggered a $50 million budget deficit. This enrollment loss, driven by high living costs and falling birth rates, presents a long-term risk. Additionally, home buyers should note a pronounced achievement gap between the district's premier magnet programs and struggling neighborhood schools.

Schools

Medical Academy For Science And Technology (M.A.S.T.) @ HomHigh
9/10
Mater Brickell Academy MiddleMiddle
9/10
Mater Academy KiwanisElementary
9/10
Pinecrest North Preparatory High SchoolHigh
9/10
True North Classical AcademyOther
9/10
School For Advanced Studies-WolfsonHigh
9/10
Eugenia B. Thomas K-8 CenterElementary
9/10
Pinecrest Preparatory AcademyElementary
9/10
Doral Academy Charter High SchoolHigh
9/10
Bob Graham Education CenterElementary
9/10
Archimedean AcademyElementary
9/10
Mater Academy Charter High SchoolHigh
9/10
Somerset AcademyElementary
9/10
Somerset Academy Charter High SchoolHigh
9/10
International Studies Charter High SchoolHigh
9/10
Aventura City Of Excellence SchoolElementary
9/10
Ada Merritt K-8 CenterElementary
9/10
Pinecrest Academy Charter Middle SchoolMiddle
9/10
John A. Ferguson Senior HighHigh
9/10
Dr. Carlos J. Finlay ElementaryElementary
9/10
The Charter School At WaterstoneElementary
9/10
Archimedean Middle ConservatoryMiddle
9/10
Renaissance Middle Charter SchoolMiddle
9/10
Doral Performing Arts & Entertainment AcademyHigh
9/10
Mater Performing Arts & Entertainment AcademyHigh
9/10
Pinecrest Academy (South Campus)Elementary
9/10
Norma Butler Bossard Elementary SchoolElementary
9/10
Dr. Manuel C. Barreiro Elementary SchoolElementary
9/10
Young Womens Preparatory AcademyHigh
9/10
Ben Gamla Charter SchoolElementary
9/10
School For Advanced Studies HomesteadHigh
9/10
Somerset Academy Silver PalmsElementary
9/10
Pinecrest Preparatory Academy Charter High SchoolHigh
9/10
Norman S. Edelcup/Sunny Isles Beach K-8Elementary
9/10
Lincoln-Marti Charter School (Little Havana Campus)Elementary
9/10
International Studies Charter Middle SchoolMiddle
9/10
Hive Preparatory SchoolElementary
9/10
Lincoln-Marti Schools (International Campus)Elementary
9/10
Miami Arts Charter SchoolHigh
9/10
Miami Arts Studio 6-12 At Zelda GlazerHigh
9/10
Terra Environmental Research InstituteHigh
9/10
International Studies Preparatory AcademyHigh
9/10
Pinecrest Cove AcademyElementary
9/10
I Preparatory AcademyOther
9/10
Doral Academy Of TechnologyMiddle
9/10
Doral International Academy Of Math And ScienceElementary
9/10
Pinecrest Academy (North Campus)Elementary
9/10
Bridgeprep Academy SouthElementary
9/10
Mater Grove AcademyElementary
9/10
Arthur And Polly Mays Conservatory Of The ArtsHigh
9/10
Youth Co-Op Preparatory High SchoolHigh
9/10
Biotech@Richmond Heights 9-12 High SchoolHigh
9/10
International Studies Virtual AcademyHigh
9/10
Center For International Education A Cambridge Associate ScHigh
9/10
Downtown Doral Charter Elementary SchoolElementary
9/10
Somerset Preparatory Academy SunsetElementary
9/10
Mater Academy Bay ElementaryElementary
9/10
Mater Academy Bay Middle SchoolMiddle
9/10
Kendall Square K-8 CenterElementary
9/10
True North Classical Academy At PinecrestElementary
9/10
Somerset Academy KendallElementary
9/10
Pinecrest North Preparatory (Fontainebleau Campus)Elementary
9/10
South Prep Scholars AcademyElementary
9/10
Mater Biscayne Academy North Miami Elementary SchoolElementary
9/10
Mater Brickell Academy HighHigh
9/10
Mater Academy East Charter SchoolElementary
9/10
Miami Children's Museum Charter SchoolElementary
9/10
Doral AcademyElementary
9/10
Miami Lakes Educational CenterHigh
9/10
Mater Gardens AcademyElementary
9/10
Aventura Waterways K-8 CenterElementary
9/10
Hialeah Gardens Middle SchoolMiddle
9/10
City Of Hialeah Educational AcademyHigh
9/10
Archimedean Upper ConservatoryHigh
9/10
Law Enforcement Officers Memorial High SchoolHigh
9/10
Somerset Academy Elementary School (South Miami Campus)Elementary
9/10
Somerset Gables AcademyElementary
9/10
Academir Charter School WestElementary
9/10
Somerset Academy Charter Middle School (South Miami Campus)Middle
9/10
Integrated Science And Asian Culture (Isaac) AcademyElementary
9/10
Somerset Academy Silver Palms At PrincetonElementary
9/10
Jose Marti Mast 6-12 AcademyHigh
9/10
Somerset Academy Bay Middle SchoolMiddle
9/10
Somerset Academy BayElementary
9/10
Just Arts And Management Charter Middle SchoolMiddle
9/10
Charter High School Of The AmericasHigh
9/10
Academir Charter School MiddleMiddle
9/10
Itech@Thomas A Edison Educational CenterHigh
9/10
West Lakes Preparatory AcademyElementary
9/10
Academir Charter School PreparatoryElementary
9/10
School For Advanced StudiesHigh
9/10
Pinecrest Glades AcademyElementary
9/10
Pinecrest Glades Preparatory Academy Middle High SchoolHigh
9/10
Downtown Doral Charter Upper SchoolHigh
9/10
Somerset Palms AcademyElementary
9/10
Mater Academy Bay High SchoolHigh
9/10
Academy For Innovative EducationOther
9/10
True North Classical Academy At GatewayElementary
9/10
Don Soffer Aventura Charter High SchoolHigh
9/10
Iprep Academy NorthHigh
9/10
Mater Biscayne Academy North Miami High SchoolHigh
9/10
Academy For Advanced AcademicsHigh
9/10
Mast@FiuHigh
9/10
George Washington Carver Middle SchoolMiddle
8/10
Howard D. Mcmillan Middle SchoolMiddle
8/10
Gloria Floyd Elementary SchoolElementary
8/10
Oliver Hoover Elementary SchoolElementary
8/10
Bent Tree Elementary SchoolElementary
8/10
Village Green Elementary SchoolElementary
8/10
Vineland K-8 CenterElementary
8/10
Whispering Pines Elementary SchoolElementary
8/10
Miami Lakes Middle SchoolMiddle
8/10
Southwood Middle SchoolMiddle
8/10
School For Advanced Studies - SouthHigh
8/10
Devon Aire K-8 CenterElementary
8/10
Jack David Gordon Elementary SchoolElementary
8/10
Calusa Elementary SchoolElementary
8/10
Joe Hall Elementary SchoolElementary
8/10
Joella C. Good Elementary SchoolElementary
8/10
School For Advanced Studies NorthHigh
8/10
Marjory Stoneman Douglas ElemElementary
8/10
Design & Architecture Senior HighHigh
8/10
Bowman Ashe/Doolin K-8 AcademyElementary
8/10
Ernest R. Graham K-8 AcademyElementary
8/10
Miami Beach South Pointe Elementary SchoolElementary
8/10
Mast AcademyHigh
8/10
William H. Lehman Elementary SchoolElementary
8/10
Dante B. Fascell Elementary SchoolElementary
8/10
Zora Neale Hurston Elementary SchoolElementary
8/10
Wesley Matthews Elementary SchoolElementary
8/10
Banyan Elementary SchoolElementary
8/10
Coconut Grove Elementary SchoolElementary
8/10
Coral Gables Preparatory AcademyElementary
8/10
Coral Park Elementary SchoolElementary
8/10
Key Biscayne K-8 CenterElementary
8/10
Leewood K-8 CenterElementary
8/10
Morningside K-8 AcademyElementary
8/10
Natural Bridge Elementary SchoolElementary
8/10
North Beach Elementary SchoolElementary
8/10
Palmetto Elementary SchoolElementary
8/10
Rockway Elementary SchoolElementary
8/10
Seminole Elementary SchoolElementary
8/10
Dr. Frederica S. Wilson/Skyway Elementary SchoolElementary
8/10
Henry S. West Laboratory SchoolElementary
8/10
J.C. Bermudez Doral Senior HighHigh
8/10
Mater Biscayne Academy North Miami Middle SchoolMiddle
8/10
Arvida Middle SchoolMiddle
8/10
Cutler Bay Senior High SchoolHigh
8/10
Glades Middle SchoolMiddle
8/10
Palmetto Middle SchoolMiddle
8/10
South Miami Middle SchoolMiddle
8/10
Jane S. Roberts K-8 CenterElementary
8/10
North Dade Center For Modern LanguagesElementary
8/10
Claude Pepper Elementary SchoolElementary
8/10
New World School Of The ArtsHigh
8/10
Barbara Goleman Senior HighHigh
8/10
Ethel Koger Beckham K-8 CenterElementary
8/10
John I. Smith K-8 CenterElementary
8/10
Coral Reef Senior High SchoolHigh
8/10
Herbert A. Ammons Middle SchoolMiddle
8/10
Renaissance Elementary Charter SchoolElementary
8/10
Doral Academy Charter Middle SchoolMiddle
8/10
Air Base K-8 Center For International EducationElementary
8/10
Ruth K. Broad Bay Harbor K-8 CenterElementary
8/10
George W. Carver Elementary SchoolElementary
8/10
Coral Reef Elementary SchoolElementary
8/10
David Fairchild Elementary SchoolElementary
8/10
Flagami Elementary SchoolElementary
8/10
Kendale Elementary SchoolElementary
8/10
Kendale Lakes Elementary SchoolElementary
8/10
Kenwood K-8 CenterElementary
8/10
Ludlam Elementary SchoolElementary
8/10
Meadowlane Elementary SchoolElementary
8/10
Miami Lakes K-8 CenterElementary
8/10
Pinecrest Elementary SchoolElementary
8/10
Royal Green Elementary SchoolElementary
8/10
Academir Preparatory AcademyElementary
8/10
Dr. Toni Bilbao Preparatory AcademyElementary
8/10
Bridgeprep Academy Of Miami DadeOther
8/10
Coral Way K-8 CenterElementary
8/10
John G. Dupuis Elementary SchoolElementary
8/10
Emerson Elementary SchoolElementary
8/10
Snapper Creek Elementary SchoolElementary
8/10
Springview Elementary SchoolElementary
8/10
E.W.F. Stirrup Elementary SchoolElementary
8/10
Sunset Elementary SchoolElementary
8/10
Sunset Park Elementary SchoolElementary
8/10
Andrea Castillo Preparatory AcademyElementary
8/10
Jorge Mas Canosa Middle SchoolMiddle
7/10
Thomas Jefferson Biscayne Gardens K-8 AcademyElementary
7/10
Everglades K-8 CenterElementary
7/10
Miami Senior High SchoolHigh
7/10
Tropical Elementary SchoolElementary
7/10
Coral Gables Senior High SchoolHigh
7/10
Hialeah Gardens Elementary SchoolElementary
7/10
Mater AcademyElementary
7/10
Christina M. Eve Elementary SchoolElementary
7/10
Lamar Louise Curry Middle SchoolMiddle
7/10
Felix Varela Senior High SchoolHigh
7/10
Summerville Advantage AcademyElementary
7/10
David Lawrence Jr. K-8 CenterElementary
7/10
Ronald W. Reagan/Doral Senior High SchoolHigh
7/10
Mater Academy Lakes High SchoolHigh
7/10
Dr. Rolando Espinosa K-8 CenterElementary
7/10
Somerset Oaks AcademyElementary
7/10
Mater Academy (Miami Beach)Elementary
7/10
Bridgeprep Academy Of Village GreenOther
7/10
Arcola Lake Elementary SchoolElementary
7/10
Bel-Aire Elementary SchoolElementary
7/10
Virginia A Boone-Highland Oaks SchoolElementary
7/10
Howard Drive Elementary SchoolElementary
7/10
Miami Gardens Elementary SchoolElementary
7/10
Miami Shores Elementary SchoolElementary
7/10
Olympia Heights Elementary SchoolElementary
7/10
Palm Springs Elementary SchoolElementary
7/10
Palm Springs North Elementary SchoolElementary
7/10
Dr. Henry E. Perrine Academy Of The ArtsElementary
7/10
Pine Villa Elementary SchoolElementary
7/10
Royal Palm Elementary SchoolElementary
7/10
Scott Lake Elementary SchoolElementary
7/10
South Hialeah Elementary SchoolElementary
7/10
Nathan B. Young Elementary SchoolElementary
7/10
John F. Kennedy Middle SchoolMiddle
7/10
Miami Beach Nautilus Middle SchoolMiddle
7/10
Riviera Middle SchoolMiddle
7/10
Rockway Middle SchoolMiddle
7/10
American Senior High SchoolHigh
7/10
Miami Edison Senior High SchoolHigh
7/10
Miami Killian Senior High SchoolHigh
7/10
Miami Palmetto Senior High SchoolHigh
7/10
Charles R Hadley Elementary SchoolElementary
7/10
Ben Sheppard Elementary SchoolElementary
7/10
Dr. Gilbert L. Porter Elementary SchoolElementary
7/10
Doctors Charter School Of Miami ShoresHigh
7/10
Somerset Academy Charter Middle SchoolMiddle
7/10
Mater Academy Charter Middle SchoolMiddle
7/10
Robert Morgan Senior High SchoolHigh
7/10
Mater Academy Lakes Middle SchoolMiddle
7/10
Hialeah Gardens Senior High SchoolHigh
7/10
Spanish Lake Elementary SchoolElementary
7/10
Young Men's Preparatory AcademyHigh
7/10
Somerset Academy Charter Elementary School (South HomesteadElementary
7/10
Somerset Arts AcademyElementary
7/10
Lincoln-Marti Charter School (Hialeah Campus)Other
7/10
Miami-Dade Online Academy- Virtual Instruction ProgramOther
7/10
Sports Leadership Arts Management Charter High SchoolHigh
7/10
Imater Academy Middle SchoolMiddle
7/10
Avocado Elementary SchoolElementary
7/10
Biscayne Beach Elementary SchoolElementary
7/10
Cypress K-8 CenterElementary
7/10
Benjamin Franklin K-8 CenterElementary
7/10
Greenglade Elementary SchoolElementary
7/10
Madie Ives K-8 Preparatory AcademyElementary
7/10
Lake Stevens Elementary SchoolElementary
7/10
Frank Crawford Martin K-8 CenterElementary
7/10
Miami Springs Elementary SchoolElementary
7/10
North Hialeah Elementary SchoolElementary
7/10
Mae M. Walters Elementary SchoolElementary
7/10
Academir Charter School East At DoralElementary
7/10
Charter High School Of The Americas (Florida City Campus)High
7/10
Beacon College Prep K-8Elementary
7/10
Winston Park K-8 CenterElementary
7/10
Amelia Earhart Elementary SchoolElementary
7/10
Earlington Heights Elementary SchoolElementary
7/10
Miami Sunset Senior High SchoolHigh
7/10
Shenandoah Elementary SchoolElementary
7/10
Southside Preparatory AcademyElementary
7/10
Cutler Bay MiddleMiddle
6/10
Westland Hialeah Senior High SchoolHigh
6/10
Sylvania Heights Elementary SchoolElementary
6/10
Mater Lakes Collegiate Academy Middle SchoolMiddle
6/10
Carrie P. Meek/Westview K-8 CenterElementary
6/10
Miami Southridge Senior HighHigh
6/10
Phyllis R. Miller Elementary SchoolElementary
6/10
Paul W. Bell Middle SchoolMiddle
6/10
Coral Reef Montessori Academy Charter SchoolElementary
6/10
Booker T. Washington Senior HighHigh
6/10
Youth Co-Op Charter SchoolElementary
6/10
Mater Academy Of International StudiesElementary
6/10
Miami Community Charter High SchoolHigh
6/10
Bridgeprep Academy Of Greater MiamiElementary
6/10
Johnnie M Parris Colonial Drive Elementary SchoolElementary
6/10
Gratigny Elementary SchoolElementary
6/10
Ojus Elementary SchoolElementary
6/10
Agenoria S Paschal/Olinda Elementary SchoolElementary
6/10
Gertrude K. Edelman/Sabal PalmElementary
6/10
South Miami K-8 CenterElementary
6/10
Academir Charter School Of Math And ScienceElementary
6/10
Miami Norland Senior High SchoolHigh
6/10
Hammocks Middle SchoolMiddle
6/10
Sweetwater Elementary SchoolElementary
6/10
Toussaint L'ouverture ElementaryElementary
6/10
Henry E.S. Reeves K-8 CenterElementary
6/10
West Hialeah Gardens Elementary SchoolElementary
6/10
Excelsior Prep Charter School Of HialeahElementary
6/10
Archcreek Elementary SchoolElementary
6/10
Andover Middle SchoolMiddle
6/10
Everglades Preparatory Academy High SchoolHigh
6/10
Van E. Blanton Elementary SchoolElementary
6/10
Caribbean K-8 CenterElementary
6/10
Edison Park K-8 CenterElementary
6/10
Hibiscus Elementary SchoolElementary
6/10
Lakeview Elementary SchoolElementary
6/10
Liberty City Elementary SchoolElementary
6/10
North Glade Elementary SchoolElementary
6/10
North Miami Elementary SchoolElementary
6/10
Kelsey L. Pharr Elementary SchoolElementary
6/10
Redondo Elementary SchoolElementary
6/10
Dr. Henry W. Mack/West Little River K-8 CenterElementary
6/10
Bridgeprep Academy Of North Miami BeachElementary
6/10
Coral Terrace Elementary SchoolElementary
6/10
Miami Carol City Senior HighHigh
6/10
Miami Coral Park Senior HighHigh
6/10
South Dade Senior High SchoolHigh
6/10
Southwest Miami Senior HighHigh
6/10
Imater AcademyElementary
6/10
Academir Charter School East MiddleMiddle
6/10
Highland Oaks Middle SchoolMiddle
5/10
Madison Middle SchoolMiddle
5/10
Horace Mann Middle SchoolMiddle
5/10
Lillie C. Evans K-8 CenterElementary
5/10
Norland Middle SchoolMiddle
5/10
W. R. Thomas Middle SchoolMiddle
5/10
Hialeah-Miami Lakes Senior HighHigh
5/10
Ruben Dario Middle SchoolMiddle
5/10
Charles David Wyche Jr Elementary SchoolElementary
5/10
Linda Lentin K-8 CenterElementary
5/10
Mater International PreparatoryMiddle
5/10
Keys Gate Charter High SchoolHigh
5/10
Palm Glades Preparatory AcademyMiddle
5/10
Imater Preparatory Academy High SchoolHigh
5/10
Sports Leadership And Management Charter School Middle SchoMiddle
5/10
Melrose Elementary SchoolElementary
5/10
Norwood Elementary SchoolElementary
5/10
Palm Lakes Elementary SchoolElementary
5/10
Pine Lake Elementary SchoolElementary
5/10
Redland Elementary SchoolElementary
5/10
Henry H. Filer Middle SchoolMiddle
5/10
Hialeah Middle SchoolMiddle
5/10
Lake Stevens Middle SchoolMiddle
5/10
Redland Middle SchoolMiddle
5/10
Hialeah Senior High SchoolHigh
5/10
Miami Central Senior High SchoolHigh
5/10
G. Holmes Braddock Senior HighHigh
5/10
Dr. Edward L. Whigham Elementary SchoolElementary
5/10
Dr. Michael M. Krop Senior HighHigh
5/10
Miami Beach Feinberg/Fisher K-8Elementary
5/10
Cutler Ridge Elementary SchoolElementary
5/10
Fairlawn Elementary SchoolElementary
5/10
Henry M. Flagler Elementary SchoolElementary
5/10
Flamingo Elementary SchoolElementary
5/10
Gulfstream Elementary SchoolElementary
5/10
Marcus A. Milam K-8 CenterElementary
5/10
North County K-8 CenterElementary
5/10
North Twin Lakes Elementary SchoolElementary
5/10
Mater Preparatory AcademyElementary
5/10
Bridgeprep Academy Of Village Green Middle High SchoolHigh
5/10
Academir Middle School Of Math And ScienceMiddle
5/10
Homestead Senior High SchoolHigh
5/10
North Miami Senior High SchoolHigh
5/10
South Miami Senior High SchoolHigh
5/10
William H. Turner Technical Arts High SchoolHigh
5/10
Fulford Elementary SchoolElementary
4/10
Twin Lakes Elementary SchoolElementary
4/10
Somerset College Preparatory Academy South High SchoolHigh
4/10
Palm Springs Middle SchoolMiddle
4/10
Shenandoah Middle SchoolMiddle
4/10
Downtown Miami Charter SchoolElementary
4/10
Lawton Chiles Middle SchoolMiddle
4/10
Mandarin Lakes K-8 AcademyElementary
4/10
Somerset Academy Charter Middle School (South Homestead)Middle
4/10
Somerset Academy Charter High School (South Homestead)High
4/10
Everglades Preparatory AcademyMiddle
4/10
Mater Academy Virtual Charter SchoolOther
4/10
Holmes Elementary SchoolElementary
4/10
Miami Heights Elementary SchoolElementary
4/10
Norland Elementary SchoolElementary
4/10
Oak Grove Elementary SchoolElementary
4/10
Dr. Robert B. Ingram Elementary SchoolElementary
4/10
Orchard Villa Elementary SchoolElementary
4/10
Silver Bluff Elementary SchoolElementary
4/10
South Miami Heights ElementaryElementary
4/10
Treasure Island Elementary SchoolElementary
4/10
Mater International AcademyElementary
4/10
Somerset Preparatory Academy Middle School (Homestead)Middle
4/10
Sports Leadership Arts Management Charter High School (NortHigh
4/10
Homestead Middle SchoolMiddle
4/10
North Miami Middle SchoolMiddle
4/10
Ponce De Leon Middle SchoolMiddle
4/10
Miami Jackson Senior High SchoolHigh
4/10
Hubert O. Sibley K-8 AcademyElementary
4/10
James H. Bright Elementary/J.W. Johnson ElementaryElementary
4/10
W. J. Bryan ElementaryElementary
4/10
Bunche Park Elementary SchoolElementary
4/10
Campbell Drive K-8 CenterElementary
4/10
Crestview Elementary SchoolElementary
4/10
Frederick R. Douglass ElementaryElementary
4/10
Kinloch Park Elementary SchoolElementary
4/10
Leisure City K-8 CenterElementary
4/10
Somerset Preparatory Academy High School HomesteadHigh
4/10
Brownsville Middle SchoolMiddle
4/10
Carol City Middle SchoolMiddle
4/10
Miami Beach Senior High SchoolHigh
4/10
Miami Springs Senior High SchoolHigh
4/10
Irving & Beatrice Peskoe K-8 CenterElementary
4/10
Brightview Preparatory AcademyElementary
3/10
Miami Tech At Mater Innovation AcademyHigh
3/10
Alonzo & Tracy Mourning Senior High SchoolHigh
3/10
Carol City Elementary SchoolElementary
3/10
Phyllis Wheatley Elementary SchoolElementary
3/10
Bridgeprep Academy Interamerican CampusElementary
3/10
Palm Glades Preparatory High SchoolHigh
3/10
Auburndale Elementary SchoolElementary
3/10
Blue Lakes Elementary SchoolOther
3/10
Brentwood Elementary SchoolElementary
3/10
Dr. William A. Chapman Elementary SchoolElementary
3/10
Greynolds Park Elementary SchoolElementary
3/10
Hialeah Elementary SchoolElementary
3/10
Jesse J. Mccrary Jr. Elementary SchoolElementary
3/10
Myrtle Grove ElementaryElementary
3/10
Barbara Hawkins Elementary SchoolElementary
3/10
Parkway Elementary SchoolElementary
3/10
Poinciana Park Elementary SchoolElementary
3/10
Somerset Preparatory Academy (Homestead)Elementary
3/10
Charles R Drew K-8 CenterElementary
3/10
Miami Northwestern Senior HighHigh
3/10
North Miami Beach Senior HighHigh
3/10
Colegiate Preparatory AcademyHigh
3/10
Francis S.Tucker K-8 CenterElementary
3/10
Kinloch Park Middle SchoolMiddle
2/10
South Dade Middle SchoolMiddle
2/10
North Dade Middle SchoolMiddle
2/10
Richmond Heights Middle SchoolMiddle
2/10
Maya Angelou Elementary SchoolElementary
2/10
Eneida M. Hartner Elementary SchoolElementary
2/10
Jose De Diego Middle SchoolMiddle
2/10
Keys Gate Charter SchoolElementary
2/10
Miami-Dade Virtual High School FranchiseOther
2/10
Miami Community Charter Middle SchoolMiddle
2/10
Gateway Environmental K-8 Learning CenterElementary
2/10
Coconut Palm K-8 AcademyElementary
2/10
Santa Clara Elementary SchoolElementary
2/10
West Homestead K-8 CenterElementary
2/10
Kipp Miami-Liberty CityOther
2/10
Mater Lakes Collegiate Academy High SchoolHigh
2/10
Georgia Jones Ayers Middle SchoolMiddle
2/10
Miami Springs Middle SchoolMiddle
2/10
West Miami Middle SchoolMiddle
2/10
Country Club Middle SchoolMiddle
2/10
Excelsior Prep Charter School Of Miami GardensElementary
2/10
Alpha Charter Of ExcellenceElementary
2/10
Rainbow Park Elementary SchoolElementary
2/10
Riverside Elementary SchoolElementary
2/10
Florida City Elementary SchoolElementary
1/10
Miami Community Charter SchoolElementary
1/10
Broadmoor Elementary SchoolElementary
1/10
Comstock Elementary SchoolElementary
1/10
Golden Glades Elementary SchoolElementary
1/10
Theodore R. And Thelma A. Gibson Charter SchoolElementary
1/10
Goulds Elementary SchoolElementary
1/10
Lenora Braynon Smith ElementaryElementary
1/10
Citrus Grove K-8 CenterElementary
1/10
Paul Laurence Dunbar K-8 CenterElementary
1/10
Kensington Park Elementary SchoolElementary
1/10
Laura C. Saunders Elementary SchoolElementary
1/10
Lorah Park Elementary SchoolElementary
1/10
Robert Russa Moton Elementary SchoolElementary
1/10
Sports Leadership And Management (Slam) Middle School - NorMiddle
1/10
Alternative Outreach ProgramOther
Not rated
Brucie Ball Educational CenterOther
Not rated
Instructional Center System WideOther
Not rated
Robert Morgan Educational Center And Technical CollegeHigh
Not rated
Neva King Cooper Educational CenterOther
Not rated
His HouseHigh
Not rated
Acceleration Academies Llc HomesteadHigh
Not rated
Kendall Greens High SchoolHigh
Not rated
Doral Academy North Charter ElementaryElementary
Not rated
Jan Mann Educational CenterOther
Not rated
Cope Center NorthHigh
Not rated
Lindsey Hopkins Technical CollegeHigh
Not rated
D.A. Dorsey Technical CollegeHigh
Not rated
Juvenile Justice Center Alt EdHigh
Not rated
Teenage Parent ProgramPrekindergarten
Not rated
Dr. Marvin Dunn Academy For Community Education.High
Not rated
Ruth Owens Kruse Education CenterOther
Not rated
Early Beginnings AcademyElementary
Not rated
District Instructional Center (Dic)Other
Not rated
Turner/Guilford/KnightHigh
Not rated
BoystownOther
Not rated
South Florida Autism Charter School IncOther
Not rated
Nicklaus Children's HospitalOther
Not rated
Chambers High SchoolHigh
Not rated
Secondary Student Success Center 803High
Not rated
Secondary Student Success Center-804High
Not rated
Green Springs High SchoolHigh
Not rated
Chapman Partnership Early Childhood Center NPrekindergarten
Not rated
Metro West Detention FacilityHigh
Not rated
Thena Crowder Early Childhood Diagnostic Special EducationElementary
Not rated
Phoenix Academy Of ExcellenceMiddle
Not rated
Aspire Preparatory AcademyElementary
Not rated
Robert Renick Educational CenterOther
Not rated
Miami Lakes Educational Center And Technical CollegeHigh
Not rated
George T. Baker Aviation Technical CollegeHigh
Not rated
Here's HelpHigh
Not rated
Citrus Health Sipp/CrisisOther
Not rated
C. G. Bethel High SchoolHigh
Not rated
Secondary Student Success Center 802High
Not rated
Secondary Student Success Center 801Secondary
Not rated
North Park High SchoolHigh
Not rated
North Gardens High SchoolHigh
Not rated
Chapman Partnership Early Childhood Center SouthPrekindergarten
Not rated
Pace Center For GirlsHigh
Not rated
Parkview Educational CenterOther
Not rated
Acceleration Academies LlcHigh
Not rated
Phoenix Academy Of Excellence NorthMiddle
Not rated
Acceleration Academies-Central MiamiHigh
Not rated
Somerset Academy ContinentalElementary
Not rated
New Opportunity Educational CenterOther
Not rated
Stellar Leadership AcademyHigh
Not rated
Doral Park High SchoolHigh
Not rated
Miami Macarthur Educational CenterOther
Not rated
Title I Migrant Education ProgramOther
Not rated
Prek InterventionPrekindergarten
Not rated
The Seed School Of MiamiHigh
Not rated
Dorothy M. Wallace Cope CenterHigh
Not rated

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Star Island a walkable neighborhood?
No, the area is primarily car-dependent. While the residential streets are quiet, the lack of sidewalks and limited connectivity make walking difficult for daily errands.
What are the primary environmental concerns for residents on Star Island?
The neighborhood is located within a designated floodplain, which presents a high risk for flooding. Additionally, air quality levels in the area are often poor, which may be a concern for sensitive groups.
Is Star Island a noisy place to live?
Residents may experience noticeable noise from nearby flight paths and transit corridors. This acoustic disturbance is somewhat higher than the average for the rest of Miami Beach.
What kind of lifestyle can I expect on Star Island?
The area offers a tranquil and secluded lifestyle focused on private residential living. It lacks the bustling retail and social energy of central Miami Beach, making it ideal for those seeking quiet and privacy.