[forenzavue]

Because lots of people move to Florida, am I correct in assuming that it would be difficult to find a vacant apartment? We're looking at no more than $675 for a two-bedroom.

[Restrain]

Problem will be where the apartment will be located. Go out on the Internet and start looking. Then input the location into the online crime maps, proximity to employment and shopping, etc.

[02blackgt]

675 for 2 bedroom will get you in the hood that's about all. I pay 750 for a one bedroom in jacksonville (very cheap area) and I live in a questionable area. Bump your budget up is my advice.

[themadpoet1]

I'm not that knowledgeable about Florida apartment prices but wouldn't a big city like Jacksonville have more expensive apartments than a smaller city? Just my 2 cents.

[OpinionInOcala]

Originally Posted by themadpoet1

I'm not that knowledgeable about Florida apartment prices but wouldn't a big city like Jacksonville have more expensive apartments than a smaller city? Just my 2 cents.

For comparison:

• The area I live in has a population that is 1/15th the size of Jax.
• Half the working population earns under $11/hr.
• Education is largely atrocious.
• The waiting list for housing vouchers is measured in [years].
• Law enforcement is often either selective or corrupt.
• Rent is 30% or more above the cost of ownership, with many relegated to living in undesirable communities within city limits where the cost of electricity is double that found in the surrounding suburbs.
• $650/month will leave a majority of non-retirees living in moderately undesirable communities at best, and Ocala is considered a relatively low-cost area to live in.

[kyle19125]

As others have mentioned there isn't anyplace in Florida with desirable two bedroom apartments for $675 a month. If you can bump to $800-$850 your options will improve a bit, though still not optimal.