The Roads, which was originally called Brickell Hammock, was designed and developed by Mary Brickell in 1922, shortly before her death. She had designed The Roads as a pedestrian-friendly neighborhood, with wide streets, median parkways and roundabouts with native Miami plants. It’s considered one of Miami’s most prestigious neighborhoods. Local children often attend one of the area private schools, including Beth David Religious School, Lincoln Marti School or St. Peter and Paul.

The area is an ideally situated between Downtown Miami's financial district of Brickell and the historic bayfront village of Coconut Grove. The Roads is known for its historic homes, private schools and tree-covered streets. Unlike much of the rest of the area, The Roads is not on the normal Miami street grid, which is why its streets are named roads, instead of streets and avenues

Nearby attractions include Simpson Park Hammock and Alice Wainwright Parks, both nature preserves, the American Museum of Cuban Diaspora, and the Vizcaya Museum and Gardens. The region also hosts the Consulate General of Costa Rica.

For those with a taste for the recreational activities available in Miami’s coastal region, windsurfing, kayaking, snorkeling and fishing are all just a short trip away. The location of The Roads also provides easy access to the vibrant metropolitan area.