– Redfin, a leading real estate brokerage, releases a list of the 10 most walkable cities in Florida.
– The cities were ranked based on their Walk Score, a measure of the accessibility of amenities by foot.
– Miami topped the list with a Walk Score of 78.4 out of 100, thanks to dense neighborhoods and extensive public transportation.
– St. Petersburg and Hialeah completed the top three, with scores of 76.9 and 75.2 respectively.
– Other cities in the top 10 include Fort Lauderdale, Orlando, and West Palm Beach.
– The report suggests that these cities offer conducive environments for those who prefer walking over driving.
– Redfin indicates that walkability is an increasingly important factor for home buyers, especially millennials and Gen Zs.
– However, the report also noted drawbacks of livability in these cities, including Florida’s notoriously scorching summer heat.
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A Stride Through Sunshine City—Miami
Miami, renowned for its vibrant nightlife and Art Deco buildings, is also a haven for those who enjoy a good stroll. With a walk score that would make a foot-model envious, Miami dances to the top.
Not Far Behind: St. Petersburg & Hialeah
St. Petersburg, named after the Russian city, and Hialeah, home to teal plastic flamingos, prove that scenic walks are not limited to beachfront cities.
Others Making Steps
Historic Fort Lauderdale, the magical Orlando, and West Palm Beach, where the palms touch the skies, wrap up the dance line in style.
The Walking vs. Driving Face-Off
For the modern human, living in a city that can be explored au pied (that’s “by foot” for you non-Francophiles) is more appealing than jamming in traffic.
Heat Alert: Sweaty Strolls
Interestingly, while walkability sounds tempting, the sunshine state’s summer heat might turn casual strolls into sweaty affairs. But hey, it doubles as a free sauna, right?
Now my hot take – walkability has increasingly become a selling point for cities and homes, especially for the younger, more environmentally-conscious generations. But Florida? Well, it’s a promising lineup—picture yours truly doing a jive right down Miami beachfront or moonwalking across St. Petersburg’s bustling downtown. But folks, remember, the sunshine state comes loaded with, well, sunshine…and lots of it. It’s great if you like a good tan but think twice if you race for cover at the sight of rising mercury levels. Post-summer, though, these cities transform into pedestrian paradises, so let’s dance to the rhythm…provided the beat isn’t too ‘tropical.’
Original article: https://www.redfin.com/blog/most-walkable-cities-in-florida/