Richmond West, Census-designated place in Miami-Dade County, Florida, United States

Richmond West is a census-designated place in Miami-Dade County, Florida, United States, situated in the southwestern part of the Miami metropolitan area. It covers about 4.3 square miles (11 square kilometers) of mostly flat land, with a mix of residential subdivisions, shopping centers, and some remaining agricultural plots.

Richmond West began as a settlement called Eureka in the early 1900s, with a one-room schoolhouse built in 1907. The arrival of the Seaboard Air Line Railway in 1927 spurred growth, and the area remained agricultural until the mid-1980s when residential development took off.

Spanish is the dominant language here, spoken by the majority of residents, and this is evident in the many Hispanic bakeries, restaurants, and shops that line the main roads. The community gathers at local parks and shopping plazas, especially on weekends, creating a lively social scene.

The area is best explored by car, as public transportation is limited and many destinations are spread out. Visitors should be aware that some roads lack sidewalks, so walking or cycling requires caution, especially on busier streets.

The area was hit hard by Hurricane Andrew in 1992, which destroyed the Dadeland Mobile Home Park and many homes, but the community rebuilt and continued to grow southward. Today, the railroad line that once brought settlers is still active, now owned by CSX.