HOMESTEAD AIR RESERVE BASE (FORMERLY AFB): IN-DEPTH WELCOME CENTER

Introduction

Welcome to Homestead Air Reserve Base located in Miami–Dade County, Florida. Homestead Air Reserve Base, formerly Homestead AFB, was first built in 1942 and today serves approximately 1,600 active duty service members, 1,200 reservists, and 325 civilians. We hope this guide assists you as you get settled in at your new posting and helps remove some of the stress of moving.

• Where Is Homestead Air Reserve Base?
• Homestead ARB Map
• Getting There – Directions to the Base
  • Entering Homestead Air Reserve Base and Amenities
  • Check-In Procedures for Incoming Personnel
  • Homestead ARB Visitor Control Center
  • Homestead ARB DEERS Office
  • Homestead ARB Gate Hours
  • Homestead ARB Shoppette
  • Homestead ARB AAFES (Exchange Services)
  • Homestead ARB Barber Shop
  • Homestead Post Office
  • Homestead ARB Legal Office
  • Homestead ARB Community Activity Center
  • Homestead ARB Family Support Office
• Hotels Near Homestead, FL
• Where Should I Live Near Homestead Air Reserve Base?
• What Schools Are Near Homestead Air Reserve Base?
• Homestead, FL, Weather
• Things To Do On Homestead Air Reserve Base

Where Is Homestead Air Reserve Base?

Homestead Air Reserve Base Visitor Center

Below is the official Homestead ARB address, which corresponds to the visitor center. Building 346 29050 Coral Sea Blvd. Homestead, FL 33039

Phone

: 1 (786) 415-7222

Hours

:

• Monday-Sunday

  : 0800-1100 and 1300-1500

Homestead ARB Map

Driving Directions

From Miami International Airport

1. From the airport, continue onto NW 21st St.
2. Use the right two lanes to take the ramp to Downtown/FL-836 E/FL-836 W/S LeJeune
3. Continue onto NW 12th Dr.
4. Merge onto FL-836 W
5. Take the exit onto FL-826 S
6. Keep left at the fork to continue on FL-874 S, follow signs for Toll Rd/Homestead
7. Merge onto Ronald Reagan Turnpike
8. Take exit 9A for FL-989 S/SW 112th Ave.
9. Slight right onto FL-989 S/SW 112th Ave.
10. Turn right onto SW 268th St/Moody Dr.
11. Turn left onto SW 127th Ave/Burr Rd.
12. At the traffic circle, take the 2nd exit
13. Turn left onto SW 288th St/Biscayne Dr.
14. Continue onto Bougainville Blvd and the base is on the right

From Fort Lauderdale International Airport

1. From the airport, head east on Lower Terminal Dr./Terminal Dr.
2. Keep right at the fork, follow signs for I-595 W/I-95, and merge onto I-595 W
3. Take exit 8-9A-9B for Florida's Turnpike
4. Merge onto W State Rd. 84
5. Use the left lane to take the ramp to Miami S
6. Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
7. Take the exit toward Homestead
8. Continue onto Ronald Reagan Turnpike
9. Continue onto Florida 821 Toll S/Ronald Reagan Turnpike
10. Continue onto Ronald Reagan Turnpike
11. Keep left to stay on Ronald Reagan Turnpike
12. Take exit 9A for FL-989 S/SW 112th Ave.
13. Slight right onto FL-989 S/SW 112th Ave.
14. Turn right onto SW 268th St/Moody Dr.
15. Turn left onto SW 127th Ave/Burr Rd.
16. At the traffic circle, take the 2nd exit
17. Turn left onto SW 288th St/Biscayne Dr.
18. Continue onto Bougainville Blvd and the base is on the right

From Greyhound Bus Station

1. From the bus station, head north toward NW 25th St.
2. Turn left onto NW 25th St
3. Turn left to merge onto FL-953 S/NW 42nd Ave/S Le Jeune Rd.
4. Take the exit toward FL-836 W
5. Merge onto FL-836 W
6. Take the exit onto FL-826 S
7. Keep left at the fork to continue on FL-874 S, follow signs for Toll Rd./Homestead
8. Merge onto Ronald Reagan Turnpike
9. Take exit 9A for FL-989 S/SW 112th Ave.
10. Slight right onto FL-989 S/SW 112th Ave.
11. Turn right onto SW 268th St/Moody Dr.
12. Turn left onto SW 127th Ave./Burr Rd.
13. At the traffic circle, take the 2nd exit
14. Turn left onto SW 288th St/Biscayne Dr.
15. Continue onto Bougainville Blvd and the base is on the right

Flights to Homestead Air Reserve Base

It is likely that you'll be flying through Miami International Airport. You can get a taxi and other transportation services from the airport to Homestead Air Reserve Base. You can also travel by rental car or bus.

Entering Homestead Air Reserve Base and Amenities

A visitor pass may be issued with two valid forms of identification, including driver's license, military or school ID, social security card, voter's registration card, birth certificate, passport, resident card, alien card, and foreign national ID with photo. Due to changing Covid restrictions, please make sure to check with Homestead Air Reserve Base ahead of time to make sure visitors will be permitted to enter.

Check-In Procedures for Incoming Personnel

One of the first things all military personnel must do after arriving at Homestead Air Reserve Base is check in. Make certain to drop by the Airman and Family Readiness Center as soon as possible so that they can provide you with any necessary assistance and important information, including family life education resources, relocation information, money management tips, employment assistance, loan closets, and information and referrals. Here is the contact information for the

Andersen Airman and Family Readiness Center

: Building 360, Room 130 29050 Coral Sea Blvd. Homestead, FL 33039

Phone

: 1 (786) 415-7329 Additionally, while you are waiting for your belongings to arrive, you can explore all available items from the Loan Closet. The Loan Closet has all of your basic household items, which should be more than sufficient to hold you over until your belongings arrive.

Homestead Air Reserve Base Visitor Control Center

Building 346 29050 Coral Sea Blvd. Homestead, FL 33039

Phone

: 1 (786) 415-7222

Hours

:

• Monday-Sunday

  : 0800-1100 and 1300-1500

Homestead Air Reserve Base DEERS Office

Homestead Air Reserve Base ID Card & DEERS Office

28801 Westover Ave. Homestead, FL 33039

Phone

: 1 (786) 415-7138

Hours

:

• Monday- Friday

  : 0900-1700

Homestead Air Reserve Base Gate Hours

Homestead Air Reserve Base has a total of two gates.

• Gate #1 (Westover Gate)

  : Open 24/7

• Gate #2 (Coral Sea Gate)

  : Monday-Friday: 1530 - 1730

Homestead Air Reserve Base Shoppette

29242 Coral Sea Blvd. Homestead Base, FL 33039

Phone

: 1 (305) 257-5719

Homestead Air Reserve Base Shoppette Hours

• Monday-Friday

  : 0700 - 1600

• Saturday-Sunday

  : Closed

AAFES Homestead ARB (Exchange Services)

Homestead Air Reserve Base does not have an official exchange, but they do have exchange services via the AAFES. 29242 Coral Sea Blvd. Homestead Base, FL 33039

Phone

: 1 (305) 257-5719

Homestead ARB AAFES Hours

• Monday-Friday

  : 0700 - 1600

• Saturday-Sunday

  : Closed

Homestead Air Reserve Base Barber Shop

Bldg 344

Phone

: 1 (786) 415-8449

Homestead Air Reserve Base Barber Shop Shop Hours

• Monday-Friday

  : 0830 - 1730

• Saturday

  : 0830 - 1600

• Sunday

  : Closed

Homestead Post Office

There is no post office on base, but there is a USPS office nearby in Homestead. 739 Washington Ave. Homestead, FL 33030

Phone

: (800) 275-8777

Homestead Post Office Hours

• Monday-Friday

  : 0800 - 1700

• Saturday

  : 0830 - 1230

• Sunday

  : Closed

Homestead ARB Legal Office

You can visit the Air Force Legal Assistance website for most of your legal needs. If you’re active duty, call the following number to make an appointment:

1 (786) 415-7063.

If you’re a retiree, call one of the following numbers to set up an appointment:

• Monday-Friday

  : 1 (786) 415-7063

• Weekends

  : 1 (786) 415-7316

If you need more full-scale services, call or visit the following office: U.S. Coast Guard Miami 7th District Legal Assistance Office 909 SE 1st Ave.

Phone

: 1 (305) 415-6950

Homestead Air Reserve Base Community Activity Center (CAC)

Building 400

Phone

: 1 (786) 415-7486

Homestead Air Reserve Base Community Activity Center (CAC) Hours

• Monday-Wednesday

  : 1100 - 1900

• Thursday-Friday

  : 1100 - 2100

• Saturday-Sunday

  : Closed

Homestead Air Reserve Family Support Office

Building 360, Room 130

Phone

: 1 (786) 415-7329

Homestead Air Reserve Base Family Support Office Hours

• Monday-Friday

  : 0830 - 1630

• Saturday-Sunday

  : Closed

Hotels Near Homestead, FL

Home2 Suites by Hilton Florida City, FL 77 NE 3rd St. Florida City, FL 33034

Phone

: 1 (305) 248-3155 Tru by Hilton Florida City 217 N Krome Ave. Florida City, FL 33034

Phone

: 1 (305) 242-3640 Hampton Inn & Suites Miami-South/Homestead 2855 N E 9th St. Homestead, FL 33033

Phone

: 1 (305) 257-7000 Courtyard by Marriott Miami Homestead 2905 N E 9th St. Homestead, FL 33033

Phone

: 1 (305) 257-4333 Hilton Garden Inn Homestead 2601 NE 9th Ct. Homestead, FL 33033

Phone

: 1 (786) 650-2560

Where Should I Live Near Homestead Air Reserve Base?

Major Cities Near Homestead Air Reserve Base

Homestead Air Reserve Base offers multiple choices on where to live that will be convenient and not far from base.

Best Places To Live Near Homestead Air Reserve Base

Homestead is where Homestead Air Reserve Base is located, which means you will have a very short commute. The population is around 68,000. The median age of the population is 30 years old, and the median home price is about $343,000. Cutler Bay also offers a short commute. The population of Cutler Bay is around 45,000. The median age in Cutler Bay is 37, and the median home price is around $425,000.

Homestead Air Reserve Base Schools

At Homestead Air Reserve Base, children can attend any of the schools in the Homestead School District, which includes 19 public schools and nine private schools. Check out our full guide to Homestead ARB schools for a more detailed rundown.

Homestead, FL, Weather

At Homestead Air Reserve Base, the temperature varies from 60°F to 89°F and is rarely below 47°F or above 92°F. The hot season is from June 1 to September 30, with an average daily high temperature above 86°F. The cool season lasts from December 8 to March 3, with an average daily high temperature below 78°F.

Things To Do Near Homestead Air Reserve Base

Homestead Air Reserve Base offers residents plenty of fun activities in and around the base, including several different parks, wildlife refuges, and museums. Additionally, you are only a short drive from the beautiful beaches of Miami or the natural beauty of Everglades National Park. Be sure to check out our full things to do and restaurant guides for a more detailed breakdown. Hot Tip: Connect with military-trusted businesses and deals exclusively for Homestead ARB at MyBaseGuide. 

Conclusion

Relocating can be an overwhelming and sometimes even unenjoyable experience, but we hope that this guide will give you a better idea of what you have to look forward to at Homestead Air Reserve Base and the surrounding area. We also hope you enjoy your new adventure in Miami-Dade County, Florida. Whether you decide to stay in Homestead or settle down at Cutler Bay, or perhaps elsewhere, we’re certain you will enjoy your time while stationed at Homestead Air Reserve Base.

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