West Kendall Homes for Sale

Explore homes for sale in West Kendall, one of southwest Miami-Dade’s largest residential areas. Browse current listings below, then use our neighborhood and market information to narrow your search.

Where Is West Kendall?

West Kendall is not an incorporated city, and it has no official boundary. The name generally refers to communities in the western and southwestern parts of unincorporated Miami-Dade County, and where people draw the line varies by source.

For the West Kendall homes for sale on this page, I search the area roughly between SW 167th Avenue on the west and the Florida Turnpike on the east, from SW 42nd Street in the north down to SW 152nd Street in the south. That is the search area for this page, not an official boundary, and some buyers consider communities just outside it part of West Kendall too.

Because the label is informal, two homes both described as West Kendall can sit in different communities with different ages, lot sizes and fees. Search by community and price range, not by the name alone.

West Kendall Neighborhoods and Communities

Much of the area was built out as planned communities from the 1980s into the 2000s, so many streets sit inside associations with lakes, shared amenities or gates. Communities commonly associated with West Kendall include:

• The Hammocks. One of the largest master-planned communities in the area, with homes spread across several villages. See our page on The Hammocks homes for sale for community detail.
• Kendale Lakes. An established community with lakes and mature trees. See our page on Kendale Lakes homes for sale.
• Country Walk, Three Lakes, The Crossings and Lakes of the Meadows. Planned communities with a mix of single-family homes and townhomes.

I keep the community detail on those pages so this one stays focused on the listings. For the neighborhoods closer to Dadeland, see our page on Kendall homes for sale.

Housing Types in West Kendall

Single-family homes make up a large share of the houses for sale in West Kendall, alongside townhomes and condos. A single-family home outside an association gives you more freedom on the lot, but you carry more of the upkeep and the insurance exposure of an older roof. Townhomes, condos and many single-family homes inside an HOA trade some of that freedom for shared maintenance and monthly fees.

Those fees matter more than the sticker price suggests. A home that lists $20,000 lower can cost more over a few years if the association dues are higher, so compare the monthly cost, not just the list price. Ask what the dues cover, whether a special assessment is pending, and how old the roof and air conditioning are.

How to Read the West Kendall Real Estate Market

West Kendall real estate does not move as one market. A townhome in a gated community, a condo and a single-family home on a larger lot each follow their own pace, and the same property type can behave differently from one community to the next. An area-wide average hides those differences, which is why I don’t rely on one.

When you find a home you like, look at recent sales of similar homes in the same community. Check how long they took to sell, how close the final price came to the asking price, and whether the seller paid closing costs or made repairs. Those three details tell you how much room you have to negotiate on that specific home.

I build that comparison for buyers and sellers on request, using MLS data for the exact community and property type.

What Buyers Should Know About West Kendall

• Insurance and roofs. In South Florida, roof age can decide whether you can get homeowners insurance at a reasonable price, which affects your financing timeline. Ask for the roof age and any recent inspection early.
• Flood zone. Flood zones vary within the area, so check the specific address, since they affect insurance cost and lender requirements.
• HOA review. Read the rules on rentals, parking and approvals before you offer, especially if you may rent the home later.
• Commuting. West Kendall connects to the rest of Miami-Dade through Kendall Drive, Florida’s Turnpike and SR 874. The trade-off for more space per dollar is rush-hour traffic, so test the drive at the hour you would actually make it.
• Schools. Public schools are assigned by address through Miami-Dade County Public Schools, and attendance zones can change. Confirm the zoned schools for any home you consider on the district’s website instead of relying on a listing description.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is West Kendall in Miami-Dade?

West Kendall refers to communities in the western and southwestern part of unincorporated Miami-Dade County. It is an informal name without official borders, so the edges depend on the source. On this page, I search roughly from SW 167th Avenue to the Florida Turnpike and from SW 42nd Street to SW 152nd Street.

What zip codes are in West Kendall?

West Kendall has no official zip code list. The search area on this page crosses several zip codes, including 33196, where The Hammocks sits entirely. Check the zip code and community for any specific address instead of relying on the label. For one of them, see our page on homes for sale in 33196.

Do homes in West Kendall have HOAs?

Many do, because much of the area was built as planned communities. Dues and what they cover vary widely, from basic common-area maintenance to gated security and amenities. Read the association documents before you offer, and ask about pending special assessments, rental rules and approval timelines.

What types of homes are for sale in West Kendall?

You will find single-family houses, townhomes and condos. Prices differ by community, age and lot. Use the listings above and filter by property type to narrow it down.

Is it a good time to buy a home in West Kendall?

It depends on your budget, your timeline and the specific home more than the area. Look at the monthly cost including insurance and HOA dues, how long similar homes took to sell, and how much negotiating room recent sales show. I can walk you through comparable sales for the community you are considering.

How can I see new West Kendall listings first?

Set up a VIP Home Search and new listings that match your criteria come to you as they hit the market. In a competitive price range, seeing a listing early matters more than checking the site every few days.

Information is general and not a guarantee of availability or price. Listing data comes from the MLS and can change at any time.