Lately, Doral is the place to live and work in Southern Florida, and with good reason. This city, developed in the 1950s by Doris and Alfred Kaskel, offers more than just great golf and sunshine. Here are six top reasons why everyone is flocking to Doral.
Convenient Location
Doral couldn’t be more conveniently located. Only one mile from the Miami International Airport, it’s ideal for people who travel for business or pleasure. And Miami’s bustling Downtown area and diverse neighborhoods are only 12 miles away. With three major expressways giving access to Doral, it’s a breeze to come and go whenever you like.
Incredible Luxury Homes
Doral has a wonderful selection of luxury homes. If you like the more urban feel of having everything just outside your front door, a condo in Downtown Doral would be perfect for you. Single-family homes offer beautiful landscaping, privacy, and all the modern features buyers seek today in a variety of architectural styles, including contemporary and classic Mediterranean. People here appreciate the mix of sophistication and community feel that gives them the best of both worlds.
Quality of Life
Homeowners in Doral buy properties and stay here because the quality of life is superior to elsewhere. The city has dedicated itself to careful urban planning to bring the best to its residents. That’s one reason why US News & World Report called Doral the third best place in the US to retire and why more than 95 percent of residents here recommend Doral as their top choice to work and live.
Although Miami is a short distance away, you never have to leave Doral because all the amenities you need are right here, including shopping, dining, entertainment, culture, healthcare, “A”-rated schools, and personal services. You’ll find dozens of small parks dotting the landscape, connected by trails for walking, cycling, running, and pet exercise.
Film and TV Production
Doral will be the location for the filming of a new Apple TV+ series starring Vince Vaughn. Written and produced by Bill Lawrence, who brought television viewers shows like Ted Lasso, Scrubs, Spin City, and Cougar Town, the new series, Bad Monkey, is based on a book by Florida native Carl Hiaasen, author of 20 New York Times Best Sellers. Doral residents can look forward to seeing celebrities around town while the show is shooting, and it’s certain to bring more revenue and interest in real estate to Doral over the coming year.
Welcoming Business Climate
One of the reasons Bill Lawrence’s Doozer Productions was no doubt drawn to Doral is its ultra-friendly business climate. Doral has become one of the fastest-growing cities in the country, thanks to its appeal for startups as well as for established corporations. Home to 14 business parks and offering a highly educated, multilingual workforce, Doral boasts some serious statistics and accolades that bring people here to work and live:
- Named by NerdWallet as the #1 best place to invest in real estate in Florida
- Touted by Forbes.com as #2 of the top 25 US towns for its pro-business environment
- A Certified Smart City, on par with Boston, San Francisco, Dubai, and Barcelona
- Listed as one of the top 100 places to launch a business, according to CNNMoney.com
- Headquarters to over 250 companies
- Home to over 100 multinational companies
- Attractive to tourism, with over 20 hotels, the Trump National Doral Golf Course, and multiple cruise lines headquartered here
- Location for more than 50 banking and financial institutions
- Only one mile from the Hialeah Intermodal Rail Yard
On top of that, there is no personal income tax and only a 5.5% state corporate income tax in Florida, which brings greater profitability to businesses in Doral.
New Construction Projects
What’s on the horizon for Doral? Plenty of thoughtful new construction that will only improve life for businesses and residents here! There are 2 million square feet of commercial properties in development, with 600,000 square feet currently under construction. On the residential side, 3,000 residential units are being built right now, and there are 6,000 more units approved for the near future.
Doral residents are looking forward to the new 82-acre Central Park, more indoor recreation facilities at the Meadow Park, and the Downtown Doral Cultural Arts Center, all funded by new bond projects. The Atrium at Doral will redevelop almost 40,000 square feet of commercial space, adding parking and a residential tower. The eagerly awaited Doral Square Shopping Center will provide additional mixed-use real estate on Doral Boulevard at 87th Avenue for shopping, dining, entertainment, and more.
When you’re ready to see firsthand why Doral has so many fans, I’d love to show you around and help you find the right home. Call me at 786-667-9078, email me at Debby@DebbyNilsson.com, or simply reach out on my Contact page, and we’ll set up an appointment.
