Pinecrest

The village of Pinecrest was incorporated in 1996 and is located south of Coral Gables.  As a village with several names, Tree City USA, Playful City USA, and a Community of Respect, Pinecrest is also known as one of the most beautiful residential areas in all of South Florida. Known for its excellent schools and high quality of life.

History

The village of Pinecrest was first developed in the 1950s with rows of ranch style house on acre lots to create a rural community with lush landscaping. This area continued to grow and develop, booming in the 1990s, which led to the village becoming incorporated.

Community

Pinecrest has plenty to offer its residents with a focus on green initiatives and community events. The community takes pride in its history of environmental activism and sensitivity which is clear with its green initiatives. There is a green action plan, emissions forecast, and several community programs like adopt-a-tree, charging stations, and is known as Tree City USA, all of which showcase Pinecrest’s devotion to maintaining a green community.

The community calendar is very family-friendly with plenty of children-centric events throughout the year. The yearly calendar has a consistent showcase of concerts, gallery openings, movie nights, and festivals. The village website also has pages for community garage sales, lost and found pets, and the Pinecrest people mover, creating a very small town or hometown feel throughout the village.

Destination

Pinecrest is mostly a residential area with a small-town feel. The village has a great focus on green space.  Many Miamians travel to Pinecrest to visit its parks and see its enormous banyan trees. This beautiful residential area is a destination for establishing roots, enjoying a more recently established community, and partaking in hometown style community events, from the chili cook-off to the movie nights in the park.