Kendall vs Homestead
Homestead is the cheaper of the two: $1,931 a month on average against $2,543 in Kendall, a difference of $612.
Both are tagged Family-Friendly, Affordable, Green Space, and Suburban.
Only Kendall is tagged Quiet & Residential; only Homestead is tagged Outdoor.
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
- Green Space
- 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
Homestead
The cheapest way to live in Miami-Dade.
Average rent
$1,931/mo
Average asking rent for market-rate apartments in buildings of 50 or more units. Average unit: 941 sq ft.
Source: RentCafe / Yardi Matrix · Homestead · Jul 2026
Getting around
Car recommended
Character
- Affordable
- Suburban
- Family-Friendly
- Outdoor (not shared)
- Green Space
Best for
Budget-conscious renters, Families, Nature lovers, Commuters
What makes it special
- The lowest average rent in Miami-Dade County
- Gateway to the Keys and Everglades National Park
- Homestead-Miami Speedway
- Biscayne National Park on the doorstep
- New construction at prices found nowhere else
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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.