Cheap cities near Miami.

[alibradiva]

Originally Posted by unclealbertt

It's not a bad way to get started honestly. I know a lot of honest hard working people that move from around the country and get their start in an efficiency or renting out a room in Hialeah or Westchester and live in Weston, Key Biscayne and Brickell nowadays.

I know it's a great way to start depending on who you live with.

[justNancy]

Originally Posted by espizarro

If Immokalee is not an option, I guess the next place would be Bonita Springs

Since this is the Miami forum, I didn't mention Bonita Springs. However, where the heck can you find a rental for $600 in Bonita? I lived there for over 13 years, so I'm very familiar with the area. Even 10 years ago that would have been low. Anyway, it's a 2 hour drive to Miami.

[espizarro]

I believe there are areas near downtown in Bonita and close to U.S. 41 that do not look like rentals are worth more than $800.

The reason why I jumped to SW Florida is because as you know there is absolutely nothin between Naples and Weston, both which are quite expensive. SW FL is not the cheapest place in Florida, but it ain't as expensive as SoFla. I am pretty sure traffic towards Naples should be much less than going North of SoFla since there are not big cities on the way to Miami.

[tallrick]

Originally Posted by alibradiva

That sounds great. I would love to move in with some hopefully decent people to help me get acquainted with Miami.

Till someone calls code enforcement and you get evicted..LOL!

[justNancy]

Originally Posted by espizarro

I believe there are areas near downtown in Bonita and close to U.S. 41 that do not look like rentals are worth more than $800.

The reason why I jumped to SW Florida is because as you know there is absolutely nothin between Naples and Weston, both which are quite expensive. SW FL is not the cheapest place in Florida, but it ain't as expensive as SoFla. I am pretty sure traffic towards Naples should be much less than going North of SoFla since there are not big cities on the way to Miami.

Yes, you're right, but alibradiva said $600. I know a couple of 2/2 duplex apartments near the beach that rent for around $800, although when you add utilities, the total cost is a lot higher. That's why I suggested sharing if someone is on a tight budget. Miami is an entirely different atmosphere, however. Bonita is close to Naples, but it's still boring. Miami, on the other hand, has some nightlife, even if you just want to people watch.

Originally Posted by alibradiva

I know it's a great way to start depending on who you live with.

True. It definitely can become complicated.

[alibradiva]

Originally Posted by espizarro

I believe there are areas near downtown in Bonita and close to U.S. 41 that do not look like rentals are worth more than $800.

The reason why I jumped to SW Florida is because as you know there is absolutely nothin between Naples and Weston, both which are quite expensive. SW FL is not the cheapest place in Florida, but it ain't as expensive as SoFla. I am pretty sure traffic towards Naples should be much less than going North of SoFla since there are not big cities on the way to Miami.

I would take Miami over Naples. I am thankful for all the suggestions.

[alibradiva]

Originally Posted by justNancy

Yes, you're right, but alibradiva said $600. I know a couple of 2/2 duplex apartments near the beach that rent for around $800, although when you add utilities, the total cost is a lot higher. That's why I suggested sharing if someone is on a tight budget. Miami is an entirely different atmosphere, however. Bonita is close to Naples, but it's still boring. Miami, on the other hand, has some nightlife, even if you just want to people watch. True. It definitely can become complicated.

It could be especially complicated if you end up with a drug addict.