A safe and clean neighborhood, according to the village's own website Miami Shores is a "picturesque and historic... primarily residential community of... cottages and bungalows" and includes "prime examples of 1930's and 1940's South Florida architecture." Its "shaded streets and quiet traffic make the community a cool, green oasis, just minutes from downtown Miami." 5 minutes to Wynwood and Design District 10 minutes to nearest beach (North Beach) and downtown Miami including nightlife, American Airlines Arena, Adrienne Arsht Center for Performing Arts, Museums 15 minutes to Miami International Airport, Brickell City Center, South Beach and Ocean Drive 25 minutes to Ft. Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport Walking distance to: Miami Shores village park Chase, Bank of America and Wells Fargo banks Gas station Starbucks Dunkin’ Donuts Several restaurants