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Aventura, FL

Aventura is a planned suburban city in northeastern Miami-Dade County, Florida, United States, 15 miles (24 km) north of Miami and part of the Miami metropolitan area. The city is especially known for Aventura Mall, the third-largest mall in the United States by total square feet of retail space and the largest mall in Florida.

The city's name is from the Spanish word for "adventure", and was named "Aventura" after the developers of the original group of condominiums in the area, Eddie Lewis and Don Soffer, who had remarked, "What an adventure this is going to be." As of the 2020 census, the city population was 40,242, up from 35,762 in 2010.

Initially referred to as "Turnberry", Aventura began to be developed during the early 1970s and became an incorporated city in 1995. The Aventura Police Department was formed in 1997.

The city is home to the luxury resort Turnberry Isle, where the yacht Monkey Business was docked during the Gary Hart/Donna Rice incident, which contributed to Hart's ending his 1988 bid for the presidency.

Aventura is also home to the Aventura Mall, the third-largest shopping mall in the US. Built in 1983, it is a joint venture of Turnberry Associates and Simon Property, and brings a major source of income to the city. In early 2001, former US President Bill Clinton delivered one of his first speeches after leaving the White House at Aventura-Turnberry Jewish Center.

Aventura is located in northeastern Miami–Dade County at 25°57′52″N 80°08′09″W. It is bordered to the east by Golden Beach and Sunny Isles Beach, to the south by North Miami Beach, and the west by unincorporated Ojus. It is bordered to the north by Hallandale Beach in Broward County. U.S. Route 1 (Biscayne Boulevard) runs along the western edge of the city, leading south 15 miles (24 km) to Downtown Miami and north 12 miles (19 km) to Fort Lauderdale.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has an area of 3.5 square miles (9.1 km²). Of that, 2.6 sq mi (6.7 km²) are land and 0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²) (24.73%) are water. The Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway and Dumfounding Bay form the eastern border of the city, while the southern border is within Maule Lake.

Aventura places a strong emphasis on health and wellness, offering residents and visitors access to top-notch healthcare facilities. Aventura Hospital and Medical Center is a leading healthcare provider in the region, offering a range of medical services. The city is surrounded by parks and green spaces, providing opportunities for outdoor activities and promoting a healthy lifestyle. NovaCare Rehabilitation is offering physical therapy services for sports injuries, orthopedic conditions, post-stroke rehabilitation, pediatric therapy, and women's health. Orthopedic Center of Florida provides orthopedic-focused physical therapy, including joint replacement rehabilitation, spine therapy, sports medicine, and hand therapy. Results Physiotherapy offers evidence-based physical therapy treatments for pain management, sports injuries, spine conditions, and neurological disorders. Physiotherapy Associates (now ATI Physical Therapy) provides individualized rehabilitation programs, sports performance enhancement, work injury prevention, and wellness services. HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital offers inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation services, including physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy. Fyzical Therapy & Balance Centers specializes in physical therapy for balance and vestibular disorders, orthopedic conditions, chronic pain management, and pre/post-surgical rehabilitation.

Top sites in Aventura, FL are Tidal Cove Waterpark, Aventura Mall, Town Center Aventura, and Aventura Arts & Cultural Center.

Population: 38,741 (2023). ZIP codes: 33180, 33160. Area codes: 305, 786, 645. Elevation: 3 ft (1 m). Area: 3.52 sq mi (9.11 km²).

FAQs

Is Aventura, FL a good area?

Aventura is a suburb of Miami with a population of 39,621. Aventura is in Miami-Dade County and is one of the best places to live in Florida. Living in Aventura offers residents a dense urban feel and most residents own their homes. In Aventura, there are a lot of restaurants, coffee shops, and parks.

Is Aventura, FL expensive?

Aventura is ranked 33 out of 273 cities across the US in terms of cost of living. The cost of living in Aventura is 118.9% of the national average. The median household income in Aventura is $70,257, which is 13% more than that of the state. The median income for an individual is $45,780, which is 33% more than that of the state. The average rent in Aventura (located in Miami-Miami Beach-Kendall Metro Div.) metro area for a 2-bed home is $3,002, which is 104% more than the average rent across the US. The median home price in Aventura is $355,000 with a median price per sqft of $302.

What is the crime rate in Aventura, FL?

With a crime rate of 45 per one thousand residents, Aventura has one of the highest crime rates in America compared to all communities of all sizes - from the smallest towns to the very largest cities. One's chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime here is one in 22. Within Florida, more than 97% of the communities have a lower crime rate than Aventura.

Sources

City of Aventura

Wikipedia

Niche

Flyhomes

neighborhoodscout

Aventura Hospital and Medical Center

NovaCare Rehabilitation

Orthopedic Center of Florida

Results Physiotherapy

Physiotherapy Associates (now ATI Physical Therapy)

HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital

Fyzical Therapy & Balance Centers

Tidal Cove Waterpark

Aventura Mall

Town Center Aventura

Aventura Arts & Cultural Center

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