25°40′N — 80°17′W
Quiet Luxury · Coral Gables · Est. 1970
Hammock Oaks
Guard-Gated · Deep-Water Canals · Coral Gables, Miami-Dade County, Florida
Total Residences
107
ENTRY PRICE
~$4.5M
Peak Valuation
$15.6M+
Security
24/7 Guard
A · The Identifier
The Identifier
Established in 1970, Hammock Oaks is an ultra-exclusive, guard-gated coastal enclave in South Coral Gables. Spanning 85 acres, this low-density sanctuary comprises exactly 107 single-family custom estates, developed and constructed by the custom partnership of builder Babe Elias and architect Beverly Elias of Babe Elias Builders, Inc. Residences are integrated into a mature tropical hammock bordered by Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden on the north and Matheson Hammock Park on the south.
These municipal and state-protected preserves act as permanent, non-encroachable ecological buffers, securing pristine view corridors and absolute privacy. Operating under a dual-governance matrix of a private HOA and a municipal special taxing district, Hammock Oaks delivers stable capital preservation — an institutional framework that guarantees a quiet, highly secure, and low-maintenance environment tailored for ultra-high-net-worth investors.
“Estate-scale custom compounds bordered by permanent gardens and parks, with private deep-water dockage.”
B · Technical Data Sheet
C · Nautical Specifications & Air Connectivity
Strategic Access Specifications
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Bay Access
16 ft MLW
Deep-water canal access to Biscayne Bay, constrained by a single fixed crossing — the Matheson Hammock–Hammock Oaks bridge at 16 ft vertical clearance (MLW). Comfortably accommodates center consoles and sportfishers with folding T-tops.
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Private Dockage
Up to 75'
Private docks, double boat slips, and up to 75-foot slips on select waterfront estates. Most of the 107 home sites feature private canals, direct bay, or lake frontage, with deep-water access throughout the canal system.
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Garden & Park Buffers
713 ac
Bordered by the 83-acre Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden to the north and the 630-acre Matheson Hammock Park to the south — permanent, non-encroachable preserves that guarantee protected view corridors and absolute privacy.
Air connectivity is handled through three FBO-served terminals within the greater Miami-Dade network:
| Miami International Airport (MIA) |
~25–30 min from Hammock Oaks — Signature & Fontainebleau Aviation; 13,016 ft runway with 24/7 US Customs. Full international commercial and charter hub. |
| Miami Executive Airport (TMB) |
~20–30 min — IFC, Reliance & Signature Aviation; 6,000 ft primary runway with US Customs on-site. Preferred for lower-traffic executive arrivals. |
| Opa-Locka Executive Airport (OPF) |
~35–45 min — Atlantic, Signature & Fontainebleau Aviation; 8,002 ft runway with 24/7 US Customs. Handles large-cabin, ultra-long-range aircraft.
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The School Factor
Elite Education Proximity
Inside the South Miami Educational Corridor
| School | Distance | Profile |
| Pinecrest Elementary School | ~6 min | Public PK–5 | "A"-rated; 87% math / 85% reading proficiency; 16:1 ratio |
| Sunset Elementary School | ~9 min | Public PK–5 | Blue Ribbon School; Spanish, French, and German international program |
| Gulliver Preparatory School | ~10 min | Private PK–12 | Innovative college prep, STEM pathways, and IB diploma |
| Ransom Everglades School | ~12–15 min | Private 6–12 | Elite waterfront campuses; rigorous academic and sailing curriculum |
| Carrollton School of the Sacred Heart | ~12–15 min | Private PK–12 all-girls Catholic college-prep | Emphasis on leadership and science |
Advisory Note: Beyond those listed, Hammock Oaks families also access Saint Thomas Episcopal, Epiphany Catholic, The Mandelstam School, and Saint Louis Covenant — all within ~7–9 minutes. This dense cluster of top public and private academies is a core driver of long-term real estate demand. Private-school admission is selective; early engagement with admissions offices is advisable.
E · Lifestyle & Strategic Distances
The Influence Radius
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Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden |
Adjacent / Walkable — 83-acre tropical botanical garden; protects the northern boundary |
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Matheson Hammock Park & Marina |
~2 min / Walkable — 630-acre coastal preserve with historic atoll pool, hiking trails, and fuel marina |
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Shops at Merrick Park |
~12 min — Upscale open-air mall anchored by Neiman Marcus and Nordstrom |
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Miracle Mile (Downtown Gables) |
~15 min — Financial and dining core of Coral Gables; boutique storefronts |
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Doctors Hospital |
~10 min — Premier orthopedic, sports medicine, and concierge emergency care |
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Baptist Hospital of Miami |
~12–15 min — Regional medical campus offering private executive health services |
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Brickell Financial District |
~20 min — Miami's primary banking and corporate center |
F · Comparative Summary
Asset Overview
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Privacy Level |
High — 24/7 manned guardhouse, single-point controlled gate entry, and CGPD police patrols |
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Architectural Vibe |
Estate Custom — Mediterranean Revival, sleek Organic Modern, and grand waterfront estates |
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Nautical Restriction |
Moderate — Restricted by a single fixed bridge at 16 ft MLW clearance |
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Waterfront Lots |
High — Most of the 107 home sites feature private canals, direct bay, or lake frontage |
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HOA / Security District |
Combined — Mandatory $3,000 City Security Taxing District + $550 annual HOA |
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Entry Price |
~$4.5M – $6.0M (2026 baseline); peak valuations to ~$15.6M+ |
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School Access |
Elite — Rapid driving proximity to South Florida's highest-performing prep academies |
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Air Access (FBO) |
MIA ~25–30 min | TMB ~20–30 min | OPF ~35–45 min |
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Tax Jurisdiction |
City of Coral Gables, Miami-Dade County — 0% Florida state income tax |
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Key Differentiator |
Estate-scale custom compounds bordered by permanent gardens and parks with private boat dockage |
Data sourced from Miami-Dade County public records, City of Coral Gables assessments, Southeast Florida MLS, and Miami Luxury Homes neighborhood guides. All pricing reflects the 2026 market baseline and is subject to change. For off-market inquiries, direct engagement with a qualified South Florida luxury advisor is recommended.