Kendall vs Doral
Kendall is the cheaper of the two: $2,543 a month on average against $2,877 in Doral, a difference of $334.
Both are tagged Family-Friendly and Suburban.
Only Kendall is tagged Quiet & Residential, Affordable, and Green Space; only Doral is tagged Foodie, Professional, and Community.
Both are car-dependent.
Kendall
Suburban space with city access.
Average rent
$2,543/mo
Average asking rent for market-rate apartments in buildings of 50 or more units.
Source: RentCafe / Yardi Matrix · Kendall Commons · Jul 2026
Getting around
Car recommended
Character
- Family-Friendly
- Quiet & Residential (not shared)
- Affordable (not shared)
- Green Space (not shared)
- Suburban
Best for
Families, Budget-conscious renters, Commuters, Nature lovers
What makes it special
- Dadeland Mall — major shopping destination
- Excellent public schools and family resources
- Large apartment inventory with modern amenities
- Parks, nature trails, and green space
- Metrorail access at the Dadeland stations
Doral
Business, family, and a world of flavors.
Average rent
$2,877/mo
Average asking rent for market-rate apartments in buildings of 50 or more units. Average unit: 1,003 sq ft.
Source: RentCafe / Yardi Matrix · Doral · Jul 2026
Getting around
Car recommended
Character
- Family-Friendly
- Suburban
- Foodie (not shared)
- Professional (not shared)
- Community (not shared)
Best for
Families, Professionals, Commuters, Entrepreneurs
What makes it special
- CityPlace Doral mixed-use center
- Doral Central Park and recreation facilities
- The best Venezuelan food in the United States
- Minutes from Miami International Airport
- Top-rated charter and public schools
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Sourced and dated. Average asking rent for market-rate apartments in buildings of 50 or more units. Each figure names the area it describes, which is sometimes wider than the neighborhood. Walkability, vibes, best-for, highlights, and descriptions are Move to Miami's editorial judgment, not measurements. There is no crime, school, or commute data here.