Neighborhood · Opa Locka, Florida
Scott Lake
A quiet corner of Miami-Dade with room to breathe
5
Homes for sale
$569,000
Median list price
$369
Avg price / sqft
170
Median days on market
Scott Lake sits in the northwest reach of Miami-Dade, a residential pocket within Opa Locka where the pace runs slower than the coastal grid to the east. It's a single-family neighborhood with established streets and mature lots, anchored by communities like Opa-locka North. Families here draw from schools across the district, including George T. Baker Aviation Technical College and School For Advanced Studies Homestead.
For buyers, this is a slow-moving, patient market — and that can work in your favor. There are just 5 active listings right now with a median list price of $569,000, and homes are sitting a median of 170 days before selling. Over the last year 29 homes traded hands at a median of $545,000, so there's real room to negotiate if you come prepared. You can track everything currently listed on the live map.
Scott Lake is a community in Opa Locka, Florida.
Quick facts
$505,000 – $995K price range
1,503 sqft median home
$2,975/mo median rent
29 sold in 12 months
On the market now
Homes for sale in Scott Lake
$995,000
915 NW 175th St, Miami Gardens FL 33169, MIAMI GARDENS
4 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,775 sqft
$547,000
17800 NW 14th Pl, Miami Gardens FL 33169, MIAMI GARDENS
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,716 sqft
$590,000$609,990
1211 NW 179th St, Miami Gardens FL 33169, MIAMI GARDENS
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,397 sqft
$569,000
17230 NW 10th Court, Miami FL 33169, MIAMI
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,503 sqft
$505,000$525,000
, MIAMI GARDENS
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,368 sqft
Every active listing inside the Scott Lake boundary
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The Scott Lake market
29
Sold, last 12 months
$545,000
Median sold price
96%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
51 days
Median time to sell
Scott Lake vs Opa Locka
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 15.1% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Scott Lake boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Scott Lake is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Scott Lake home
≈ $3,893/mo
$569,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$2,975/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
4,887
Median age
37
Median income
$74,100
Median home value
$382,550
Beyond the listings
Living in Scott Lake
Lifestyles
Top 18% in the U.S.Wealth Signaling
Interested in the finer things life has to offer, this population wants to display their lifestyle by discussing luxury products. Often references jewelry, cars, and home features.
Appearance oriented
Top 23% in the U.S.Men's Style
This population is all about finding the latest in men's style - from fashion to grooming. Captures guys looking to stay on trend and significant others assisting with shopping.
Emotional
Top 25% in the U.S.Deep Emotions
Sharing personal struggles and stories overcoming relationship issues, this population seeks to tell others about their emotional journeys.
Hobbies & Interests
Bookish
Always seeking the next book, article, or poem to read, this activity is prevalent in areas where reading is a way of life. Although a solo activity, the expression of the love of books is a bonding, communal experience.
Appearance oriented
Smart Chic
Passionate about style, smart chic searches high and low for the perfect look - but not one that will break the bank.
Beliefs
Mindfulness & Spirituality
Seeking peace and well-being through meditation, gratitude and spirituality.
Straight answers
Scott Lake FAQs
Is Scott Lake a good place to live?+
Scott Lake is a quiet, established residential neighborhood in northwest Miami-Dade, part of the broader Opa Locka area. It suits buyers who want a settled single-family setting away from the busier coastal grid. Communities like Opa-locka North give it a steady, lived-in character.
Is Scott Lake expensive?+
By Miami-Dade standards it's relatively attainable, with a median list price of $569,000 and homes running about $369 per square foot. Active listings range from $505,000 up to $995,000, so there's a spread depending on size and condition. The median home here is around 1,503 square feet.
What do homes cost in Scott Lake?+
The current median list price is $569,000, while homes that actually sold over the past 12 months closed at a median of $545,000. With just 5 active listings on the market, inventory is tight, but the range from $505,000 to $995,000 covers a variety of options.
How is the market in Scott Lake?+
It's a slow, buyer-friendly market — homes take a median of 170 days to sell, and sellers are netting about 96% of their asking price. With 29 sales in the past year against only 5 active listings, turnover is modest. That combination gives prepared buyers real leverage to negotiate.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
There's no consistent HOA fee data reported for Scott Lake, so many homes here likely carry little or no association cost. Property taxes run a median of about $8,217 per year. If you'd rather rent first, the median rent in the area is around $2,975 per month.
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