New to the Area – Considering Homestead but Concerned About the Commute to Doral

Hi everyone! I’m new to the area and currently house hunting. Homestead seems like the best fit for me in terms of pricing and lifestyle. The only hesitation I have is the commute—I’ll be working in Doral, and I keep hearing that the traffic is terrible. Some people have told me it could take up to two hours each way.

However, when I check Apple Maps, it usually shows around 45 minutes. So now I’m wondering… is the traffic really that bad during rush hour and I’m just not seeing it? Or do people just generally have a negative view of Homestead and that’s why it’s so discouraged?

I’d love to hear from anyone who actually does (or did) this commute. Ideally, I’d like to keep it under 1 hour and 15 minutes each way. Is that realistic, or should I reconsider?

Thanks in advance for any insight!