Between the years 2000 and 2040, sea level is expected to rise 10 to 17 inches. Many areas in South Florida are not very high above sea level - but in Miami-Dade County, there is a natural limestone ridge, almost like a small mountain. It's called Miami Rock Ridge and some points reach as high as 20-25 feet above sea level.
Here are some of the areas along that Ridge with the highest elevational values...
East Allapattah. While some of the Miami neighborhood's highest points are owned and occupied by government and education facilities, the neighborhood as a whole still sits higher than a lot of others at an average of about 10 feet above sea level. If the city grants easements on the zoning laws, this area could end up being a developer's dream.
Coral Gables. In one of the most expensive cities in Miami-Dade County, land in Coral Gables can be as high as 20 feet above sea level in some areas. It was developed upon the City Beautiful Movement of the early 1900's to preserve it's beauty and grandeur through strict zoning regulations, and continues to live up to those standards today.
Glenvar Heights. 10 miles southwest of downtown Miami, this neighborhood and CDP (census-designated place) is home to many young professionals who enjoy the urban feel. The average height above sea level is 13 feet.
Redland (near SW 182nd ave). This unincorporated community, also known as The Redlands, is home to a large number of nurseries and farms producing tropical fruits not available anywhere else in the country. The average elevation is 7 feet but in some areas near SW 182nd Ave could be higher than 9 feet above sea level, specifically between SW 280th St and SW 292nd St.
South Miami. Between Glenvar Heights and Coral Gables, the city of South Miami has access to transportation on a Metrorail station, lots of shops, parks and hospitals. South Miami was ranked among the Top 10 Cities in Florida for Young Families by NerdWallet and it's elevation is 10 feet above sea level.
Wynwood. Once an industrial district, mottled with dilapidated homes and abandoned factories, decreased zoning restrictions have allowed developers to transform the former rundown commercial/residential area into a bustling art, fashion and entertainment district full of street art, restaurants and dance venues. The elevation is 16 feet above sea level, making it one of the highest areas in Miami-Dade County.
Source: Surging Seas Map by climatecentral.org