South Florida
South Florida
Where Multigenerational Living Is Not a Trend — It’s a Way of Life
Miami-Dade • Broward • Palm Beach • Homestead • Kendall • Weston • Parkland • Boca Raton • Palm Beach Gardens
South Florida is not simply Florida’s most multigenerational region — it is one of the most multigenerational metro areas in the entire United States. Miami-Dade County leads the state at 13% of households containing three or more generations, with Broward at approximately 10% and Palm Beach at 7%. Across the tri-county area, over 739,000 residents live in multigenerational homes.
This is not driven primarily by housing costs alone — though they are a real factor. It is driven by culture, family structure, and a long-standing tradition of extended family living that predates any housing trend. South Florida’s Latin American community, which makes up a significant share of the population, has one of the highest rates of multigenerational preference of any demographic group in the country.
At MultiGen Living Group, we are Florida’s only brokerage dedicated exclusively to multigenerational housing. South Florida offers the most variety of any market we serve — and the most complexity. We know this market in depth.
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13%
Miami-Dade households are multigenerational — highest in Florida
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739K+
residents in the tri-county area live in multigenerational homes
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23%
of Miami millennials live with parents — vs. 15.8% nationally
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72%
of Latino households nationally embrace multigenerational living
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau and Pew Research Center.
Why South Florida
A Market Shaped by Culture, Family, and Cost
South Florida attracts multigenerational buyers from across the spectrum — Latin American families for whom extended family living is a deeply embedded cultural norm, domestic relocators combining households to manage rising costs, international buyers seeking a foothold in the U.S. real estate market, and retirees whose adult children have followed them south or vice versa.
Miami has one of the highest rates of young adults living with parents in the country — 23.3% compared to a 15.8% national average. This isn’t a crisis indicator. It reflects a different, and increasingly common, relationship with housing — one where family proximity is valued, financial collaboration is practical, and independence within shared ownership is the goal.
The region’s healthcare infrastructure is another major draw for multigen families. Jackson Memorial Hospital — one of the largest teaching hospitals in the country — anchors Miami’s medical district. Cleveland Clinic Florida in Weston, Baptist Health South Florida’s network, Memorial Healthcare System across Broward, Boca Raton Regional Hospital, and JFK Medical Center in Atlantis offer specialty care that extended families relocate to access. For families with aging parents who need cardiac care, oncology, neurology, or specialized geriatric services, proximity to top-tier medical care is often the deciding factor.
South Florida is also unique among Florida markets for its international buyer dynamics. Many multigen families purchase property here as part of a broader strategy that spans multiple countries — visa considerations, tax planning, property held in family trusts, and ownership structures that support extended family across generations. These transactions require coordination beyond standard residential real estate, and we work with families to understand the longer-term picture before any contract is signed.
Transportation access is another quiet advantage. Miami International Airport (MIA), Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International (FLL), and Palm Beach International (PBI) collectively make the region one of the most well-connected in the United States. For multigen families with relatives in other countries or other U.S. states, three major airports across the tri-county area is a meaningful practical benefit.
A note on hurricane and insurance considerations: South Florida is genuinely the most hurricane-vulnerable region in Florida, and the property insurance market has been in flux since 2022. Premiums have risen significantly, some carriers have exited the state, and condo/HOA assessment patterns have shifted post-Surfside. Buyers should expect to discuss hurricane preparation, insurance availability and cost, and storm history honestly — particularly for waterfront and barrier island properties. We help families think through these factors as part of the broader decision rather than avoid them. The right home in the right corridor with the right insurance plan remains a sound investment, but it requires more upfront diligence than it did a decade ago.
The housing stock has responded. Developers across all three counties are now building homes specifically for this demand — dual primary suites, casitas, separate entrances, and detached guest structures at price points ranging from the attainable to the extraordinary.
Looking for a courtyard casita, detached guest house, or multi-wing home in South Florida? This is the region with the deepest inventory — we’ll help you navigate it.
Three counties, three distinct markets
Where to Look Across South Florida
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Miami-Dade County Cultural depth & suburban varietyKendall, Homestead, The Hammocks, Pinecrest, Cutler Bay The highest concentration of multigenerational households in Florida. A mix of new construction in southern corridors, established suburban homes with detached guest structures, and a resale market shaped by decades of multigenerational demand. The most variety of any submarket we serve. Range: $650k – $1.5M+ |
Broward County Mid-to-luxury suburban with strong new constructionWeston, Davie, Plantation, Parkland, Cooper City A compelling blend of established suburban neighborhoods and newer luxury communities. CC Homes, Pulte, and Lennar are all active here with suite-integrated and dual primary floorplans at price points that reflect the county’s upscale suburban character. Range: $900k – $2.5M+ |
Palm Beach County Luxury, active adult & master-planned optionsBoca Raton, Delray Beach, Palm Beach Gardens, Wellington, Westlake Some of Florida’s most varied multigenerational options — from Toll Brothers luxury estates in Boca Raton to active adult communities with private suite options in Westlake and Palm Beach Gardens. A unique market for families where one generation seeks amenity-rich living alongside independence. Range: $560k – $2.6M+ |
Builders
Who Is Building Across South Florida
Semi-custom new construction
South Florida has one of the most active new construction markets for multigenerational layouts in Florida. Builders operating across the tri-county area include Lennar, DR Horton, Pulte, CC Homes, Century Homebuilders Group, K. Hovnanian, GL Homes, Kolter Homes, and Spear Group. Price points span from the mid-$600s in southern Miami-Dade to over $2.6M in Boca Raton — the widest price range of any market we serve.
A builder’s sales team represents the builder. We represent you. We compare builders across all three counties and evaluate which floorplans genuinely deliver independent living — not just marketing language.
Custom home builders
South Florida’s luxury market supports a strong custom build sector, particularly in Palm Beach County and select Broward corridors. For families who want to design a home from scratch — choosing their lot, their layout, their suite configuration, and every detail of how the two households will function together — custom builds offer the highest level of control available anywhere in the market.
We guide these conversations from lot selection through final design, ensuring the multigenerational functionality is built in from the start — not retrofitted after the fact.
Active adult communities with private suite options
Palm Beach County offers something unique to South Florida — active adult (55+) communities with multigenerational suite configurations. Kolter Homes’ Cresswind Palm Beach at Westlake and GL Homes’ Valencia Del Mar both offer private in-law suite options, making them well suited for families where the older generation wants the amenities of an active adult community alongside the independence of a dedicated suite.
This is a niche we are specifically equipped to evaluate — balancing HOA age restrictions, suite functionality, and long-term usability for your family’s specific situation.
Resale
What to Look for in South Florida Resale
South Florida’s resale market is where the region’s multigenerational depth truly shows. Unlike other Florida markets where resale multigenerational inventory is sparse, South Florida has decades of homes built specifically for extended family living — detached guest houses in backyard settings, courtyard homes with casita wings, converted garage suites with independent access, multi-wing homes with physical corridor separation, and cabana-style suites with exterior entry.
The strongest resale corridors for true multigenerational layouts are typically found in western suburban pockets — Kendall and The Hammocks in Miami-Dade, Weston and Davie in Broward, and Wellington and western Lake Worth in Palm Beach. Dense eastern and coastal corridors tend to have smaller lots and less physical separation, though exceptions exist at higher price points.
Every resale property requires a layout-first evaluation. Not every large South Florida home qualifies — and assessing them correctly is where our expertise matters most.
Market snapshot — March 2026
Sustained Momentum Across All Three Counties
According to the MIAMI Association of Realtors, Miami-Dade total home sales rose year over year for the seventh consecutive month in March 2026 — a signal of sustained, stable demand in a market that continues to outperform national trends.
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$577k
Miami-Dade median home price — March 2026, up 1.3% year over year
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+10.6%
Single-family home sales growth year over year in March 2026
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38%
of Miami closed sales were cash transactions — nearly double the national average
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7th
consecutive month of year-over-year sales growth in Miami-Dade
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For multigenerational buyers, South Florida’s sustained market stability and continued global demand provide confidence that a home purchased here — particularly one with true suite functionality — will hold its value and position well in future resale.
Cities we serve
Find Multigenerational Homes by City
We serve buyers across Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach Counties. Select a city to explore multigenerational home options in that area.
Why representation matters
South Florida’s Complexity Requires a Different Level of Search
Three counties, dozens of communities, builders ranging from attainable to ultra-luxury, a resale market shaped by decades of multigenerational demand, and price points that span from the mid-$600s to over $2.6M — South Florida is the most complex multigenerational market in Florida to navigate without guidance.
The challenge isn’t finding a large home with nice finishes. South Florida has those in abundance. It’s identifying the specific layouts, corridors, and configurations that truly support two independent households — and knowing which ones don’t, despite how they’re marketed.
That’s exactly what we do.
We’re here when you’re ready
Every Family’s Situation Is Different
Whether you’re planning ahead, navigating a health transition, supporting an adult child, or simply ready to stop living apart — we’ve helped families in every one of these situations find a home in South Florida that works.
Not just a home with extra space — a home where everyone has their own independence and the comfort of being close. When you’re ready, we’d love to hear about your family.
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Current Multigenerational Listings in South Florida
The listings below have been curated for private suite layouts and multigenerational functionality across Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach Counties.
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