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Malls in Homestead, FL: Where to Shop and the Main Roads

By Jordan Jay8 min read
Open-air shopping center with a parking lot in Homestead, FL
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If you search for malls in Homestead, FL, the places we could verify are shopping centers, not one giant indoor mall. Two names to know are Homestead Towne Square, which has a Publix supermarket, and Homestead Pavilion. There is also the Florida Keys Outlet Marketplace in nearby Florida City. It is an outlet center, not a traditional mall.

This guide tells you what is where, how to think about daily errands, and which main roads tie the city together. It is written for buyers looking at Parker Pointe, a D.R. Horton community in Homestead, but it works for anyone new to the area.

Malls in Homestead, FL: what "mall" really means

Some people say "mall" and mean any big place with many stores. Others mean a big indoor building with a food court and two or three department stores. The Homestead places we can name are the first kind: shopping centers.

What it has is shopping centers. A shopping center is a group of stores that share one parking lot. Most are open-air. You park, walk between shops, and leave. Many have a grocery store as the main anchor.

So you plan errands a little differently. You pick the center that has what you need.

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Homestead Towne Square

Homestead Towne Square is a shopping center at the northeast corner of South Dixie Highway (U.S. 1) and Campbell Drive. Its address is on North Homestead Boulevard, in ZIP code 33030. The center lists about 205,000 square feet of retail space.

A Publix supermarket is located there. If you need groceries, this is one of the easiest names to remember. You can read more about the store on the Publix page for Homestead Towne Square. The Homestead Towne Square property page has details about the center itself.

Stores in any center come and go. Before you plan a trip around one shop, check that it is still there.

Homestead Pavilion

Homestead Pavilion is another shopping center in Homestead. We are not listing what is inside it. Store lineups change, and we would rather send you to the source than guess. If you want to know whether a certain store is there, look it up before you drive over.

Florida Keys Outlet Marketplace

The Florida Keys Outlet Marketplace is an outlet center. An outlet center is a group of stores that sell brand-name items, often at reduced prices. It is not a mall with a food court and department stores.

It sits in Florida City, nearby, at 250 E Palm Dr (ZIP 33034). The center's own website lists more than 45 stores. A few names on that list:

  • Nike Clearance Store

  • Coach Outlet

  • Levi's Outlet

  • Under Armour

  • Brooks Brothers

  • Victoria's Secret

The builder's neighborhood map for Parker Pointe also marks the Florida Keys Outlet Marketplace. You can see the full store list on the Florida Keys Outlet Marketplace website. Stores and hours can change, so check before you go.

Where to buy groceries

Groceries are the errand you do most often, so it helps to know your options early. Publix is the store we can name with confidence.

  • Homestead Towne Square: a Publix supermarket is located there.

  • Oasis Plaza: there is also a Publix here.

  • Promenade at Silver Palm: another Publix location.

  • SW 112th Avenue: a Publix here uses ZIP code 33032.

That is not a full list of every grocery option in town. It is the part we have checked. When you tour Parker Pointe, ask Simon which stores people in the area use most. Local buyers usually have strong opinions.

A simple checklist for daily errands

When you compare neighborhoods, do not only look at the house. Think about the week you will actually live. Here is a short checklist you can use on any visit.

  1. Groceries. Find a supermarket you would happily use every week.

  2. Pharmacy. Find a place to fill a prescription, and check its hours.

  3. Banking. Find a branch or an ATM for your bank, or a bank you would switch to.

  4. Post office. The builder's map marks a post office near the community. Confirm hours before you rely on it.

  5. Gas and quick stops. Note the ones on your usual route.

  6. Bigger shopping. Decide where you would go for clothes and home items, such as a shopping center or the outlet center.

Save this list to your phone and check each item on your first visit.

The main roads in and around Homestead

Now to the roads. Knowing the names helps you read a map and follow directions. We are not giving distances or drive times here. Those change with traffic and with where you start. The road names do not change.

U.S. 1

U.S. 1 runs through the city. Inside Homestead it is called Homestead Boulevard. You will also see it written as South Dixie Highway. Homestead Towne Square sits at the corner of South Dixie Highway and Campbell Drive, so this is the road you will use to reach it.

The Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike

The Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike serves the city. It has three exits in Homestead.

State Road 997 (Krome Avenue)

State Road 997, also called Krome Avenue, runs north and south along the western end of the city. If you are heading toward the western side of town, you will see this name on the signs.

The Historic Downtown District

Homestead has a Historic Downtown District. The city's official website, the City of Homestead, is a good place to look up events and city services.

Parker Pointe's address

Parker Pointe's address is Homestead, FL 33033. The sales center address on the builder's materials is 112 NE 14th Terrace. East Mowry Drive is shown on the community's site plan. Bring these names when you map a route.

If you want to check a ZIP code for any address, the USPS ZIP Code lookup will tell you. Homestead uses several ZIP codes, so it is worth reading our guide to Homestead FL ZIP codes and which one Parker Pointe uses.

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What else the builder's map marks nearby

The builder's neighborhood map for Parker Pointe marks several places. It marks Homestead Hospital, Miami-Dade College, a post office, Homestead-Miami Speedway, Homestead Air Reserve Base, Coral Castle and the Florida Keys Outlet Marketplace. We are not adding distances to any of them.

A few of these have their own websites. You can visit Homestead-Miami Speedway and Coral Castle to see what they offer. Coral Castle was built by Edward Leedskalnin between 1923 and 1951.

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Shopping is only one part of the picture

Where you shop matters. But it is one piece of choosing a home. Once you know the area works for your week, the next question is which home fits your family.

Parker Pointe has nine floor plans. Five are townhomes and four are single-family homes. You can compare all nine Parker Pointe floor plans side by side in one place. If a townhome is your goal, read our post on the five Parker Pointe townhome floor plans.

Hungry after all that errand planning? See our guide to restaurants in Homestead, FL. It names real local places and tells you what each one is known for.

Builder pricing and incentives change. Ask what incentives are available today by calling 561-704-0091.

Common Questions

Is there a mall in Homestead, FL?

The places we could verify in Homestead are shopping centers, such as Homestead Towne Square and Homestead Pavilion. The Florida Keys Outlet Marketplace, an outlet center, is in nearby Florida City. Stores change, so check before you go.

What is Homestead Towne Square?

Homestead Towne Square is a shopping center at the northeast corner of South Dixie Highway (U.S. 1) and Campbell Drive. It has about 205,000 square feet of retail space. A Publix supermarket is located there. Check store listings before you visit.

Is there an outlet mall near Homestead?

Yes. The Florida Keys Outlet Marketplace is in Florida City, at 250 E Palm Dr. The center's website lists more than 45 stores, including Nike Clearance Store, Coach Outlet, Levi's Outlet, Under Armour, Brooks Brothers and Victoria's Secret. Confirm current stores and hours first.

Where can I buy groceries in Homestead, FL?

Publix has stores at Homestead Towne Square, Oasis Plaza and Promenade at Silver Palm. A Publix on SW 112th Avenue uses ZIP code 33032. There may be other options too. Ask Simon which stores local buyers use, and check hours before you go.

What are the main roads in Homestead?

U.S. 1, called Homestead Boulevard in the city, runs through Homestead. The Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike serves the city with three exits. State Road 997, also called Krome Avenue, runs north and south along the western end of the city.

What is Parker Pointe's address?

Parker Pointe is in Homestead, FL 33033. The sales center address on the builder's materials is 112 NE 14th Terrace, and East Mowry Drive is shown on the site plan. Call 561-704-0091 if you want help finding the sales center before your visit.

Does Homestead have a Historic Downtown District?

Yes. Homestead has a Historic Downtown District. For city events, services and updates, visit the City of Homestead website at homesteadfl.gov. Because events and businesses change, confirm details with the source before you plan a trip.

Call 561-704-0091 or Book a Parker Pointe Neighborhood Tour and Simon will show you the plans and the area around them.

Related reading: Restaurants in Homestead, FL: Local Places to Eat, Homestead FL ZIP Codes and Where Parker Pointe Fits, Parker Pointe Floor Plans: All Nine Homes Compared, Parker Pointe Townhome Floor Plans Compared, and the Parker Pointe community page.