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Fontainebleau, FL

Fontainebleau (incorrectly spelled "Fountainebleau" in the 2000 census) is a census-designated place (CDP) in Miami-Dade County, Florida, United States. It is part of the Miami metropolitan area of South Florida. The population was 59,870 during the 2020 census.

Fontainebleau is located 10 miles (16 km) west of downtown Miami at 25°46′13″N 80°20′45″W (25.770144, -80.345917). It is bordered to the west by the city of Sweetwater, to the north by the city of Doral, and the south by unincorporated Westchester.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 4.15 square miles (10.7 km²), of which 3.96 square miles (10.3 km²) are land and 0.10 square miles (0.26 km²), or 4.56%, is water.

The neighborhood takes its name from the famed Miami Beach resort. In 1970, Ben Novack, the Fontainebleau's original owner, grew jealous of Doris and Alfred Kaskel's plans in Doral and wanted to create his own golf course, resort, and community. It was to be known as Fontainebleau Park. Novack, however, soon fell into financial problems (and the Fontainebleau Park would play a part in the hotel's foreclosure in 1977). The company Trafalgar Developers would go on to develop the community under the "Fontainebleau" name, but no link to the famed hotel would ever be mentioned in promotional materials when the community opened in the 1970s.

The community of Fontainebleau Park itself was a collection of sub-divided villages around two 18-hole golf courses. (East and West course now closed and built upon). The original sales office for Trafalgar Development was located at what is now the Fontainebleau Office Park located at the main Fontainebleau Park entrance and West Flagler Street. Fontainebleau Park West's sales office (west of N.W. 97th Avenue) was at what is now "Soleil Condominiums". While the eastern half of the community was heavily designed for condominiums and apartments, the western portion of the community included "Village Homes", single-family homes, "Garden Homes", and townhomes.

Fontainebleau places a strong emphasis on health and wellness, with numerous facilities dedicated to promoting a healthy lifestyle. The Salt Room offers unique salt therapy sessions along with massage services, combining the benefits of massage with halotherapy for respiratory and skin health. The Spa at PGA National Resort offers a variety of massages including Swedish, deep tissue, hot stone, and aromatherapy massages, in addition to other spa treatments. Spa at The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island provides a range of massage therapies including their signature "Heaven in a Hammock" massage, deep tissue massage, and reflexology. LA Fitness offers a variety of fitness equipment, group fitness classes, personal training services, and amenities like pools and saunas. 24-Hour Fitness provides a range of fitness equipment, group exercise classes, personal training options, and amenities such as steam rooms and whirlpools. Anytime Fitness offers 24/7 access to its facilities, a variety of workout equipment, personal training services, and virtual classes.

Top Sites in Fontainebleau, Florida: Patricia and Phillip Frost Art Museum, The Women's Park, Wynwood Walls.

Population: 59,870 (2020). ZIP Codes: 33126. Area codes: 305, 786, 645. Elevation: 3 ft (1 m). Area: 4.15 sq mi (10.74 km²).

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What is the history of Fontainebleau, FL?

The neighborhood takes its name from the famed Miami Beach resort. In 1970, Ben Novack, the Fontainebleau's original owner, grew jealous of Doris and Alfred Kaskel's plans in Doral and wanted to create his own golf course, resort, and community. It was to be known as Fontainebleau Park. Novack, however, soon fell into financial problems (and the Fontainebleau Park would play a part in the hotel's foreclosure in 1977). The company Trafalgar Developers would go on to develop the community under the "Fontainebleau" name, but no link to the famed hotel would ever be mentioned in promotional materials when the community opened in the 1970s.

What are the demographics of Fontainebleau, FL?

In 2000, 34.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.6% were married couples living together, 18.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 25.4% were non-families. 18.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.85 and the average family size was 3.22.

Is Fontainebleau, FL a good place to live in?

Fountainebleau is a suburb of Miami with a population of 57,066. Fountainebleau is in Miami-Dade County. Living in Fountainebleau offers residents an urban feel and most residents rent their homes. In Fountainebleau there are a lot of restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many young professionals live in Fountainebleau and residents tend to be liberal. The public schools in Fountainebleau are above average.

Sources

Miami-Dade County

Wikipedia

The Salt Room

The Spa at PGA National Resort

Spa at The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island

LA Fitness

24-Hour Fitness

Anytime Fitness

Patricia and Phillip Frost Art Museum

The Women's Park

Wynwood Walls

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