FLORIDA'S Top 10 BEST PLACES To Move To In Florida in 2023! (Based On Local & Customer Feedback)

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  • @jimmiecalvert3572
    @jimmiecalvert3572 Рік тому +77

    I was born and raised in Florida and I can’t wait to leave FL when i was raised here It still had that small town atmosphere that is long gone most of the land was growing orange trees on it that’s gone we replace the orange trees with houses that was a mistake now the Florida that I loved is gone forever

    • @arianamooon
      @arianamooon Рік тому +3

      Its so depressing

    • @TrevorATX
      @TrevorATX Рік тому +5

      Everyone should leave their hometown! I was born and raised in NY and I've lived in many different areas and I've been really happy. Moving to sarasota shortly. I suppose it also depends on where you live or were raised. Oh and btw you could live in many other areas of Florida that im sure still have a small-town feel. you're probably just near a big city that needs to expand due to growth

    • @johnpeymann2783
      @johnpeymann2783 Рік тому +3

      Move to Virginia...You'll be kicking yourself for ever wanting to leave Florida...I know the beautiful weather . the beaches ,the freedom and the mild Winters just to name a few...can all be pretty depressing...lol

    • @veronicale460
      @veronicale460 Рік тому +1

      Palm Beach, Florida…home sweet home!

    • @patriciacampbell6443
      @patriciacampbell6443 Рік тому

      you should move to Washington State😂😂legalized drugs, huge taxes, rain, homeless everywhere breaking into your house, police defunded, thieves freaks chicks with dicks! If you hate Florida go there!

  • @CarlosRodriguez-ox3bg
    @CarlosRodriguez-ox3bg Рік тому +22

    When I moved to Florida in 2000 it was a paradise. Homes were affordable, traffic was light, cost of living was low and the weather included some really nice winters. Also the political climate was quiet. All these things are gone.

    • @ganymeade5151
      @ganymeade5151 Рік тому

      Rich northern Liberals and California yuppies moving in have made the cost of living unaffordable for average earners.

    • @_fastlaner
      @_fastlaner Рік тому

      @@ZackJohnson-yu7lu You shouldnt be eating out very often if youre worried about the price that much...and the housing market will always go up over time, especially in a booming place like florida, thats just how it works.

    • @_fastlaner
      @_fastlaner Рік тому +1

      FL is still extremely affordable to the rest of the US comparatively.

    • @debbiemanning5983
      @debbiemanning5983 Рік тому +2

      Yes, please tell the people the truth. People come and feel like they have been scammed!

    • @Billie-s2b
      @Billie-s2b Рік тому +3

      ​@@_fastlaner100% false I'm a real estate investor so I analyze all over the USA Florida is one of the most expensive and Miami is comparable to NYC LA and San Francisco so your very wrong.

  • @EffieGrekos
    @EffieGrekos 2 місяці тому +1

    I have lived in Fort Lauderdale for about 30 years until I visited Naples, Florida 22 years ago, and I decided to move to Naples which I did since then and never regretted it, not even for one minute! The people are so refined and so are all the services. And yes housing, etc. is more expensive than most places mentioned but so is the environment, the ambiance and the quality of life is second to none! I have travelled a-lot in the US and abroad and I would take Naples again and again for my permanent paradise on earth!

    • @katrinstake
      @katrinstake  2 місяці тому

      Thank you for sharing ;). Glad you are happy with your decision.

  • @discoverglobeliving
    @discoverglobeliving 9 місяців тому +1

    Super helpful video for anyone looking to move to Florida in 2023! The local insights make it even better.

  • @annem.parent8580
    @annem.parent8580 Рік тому +17

    I was a Realtor in Connecticut. I now live in Tampa and the Rental prices tripled since I have been here since 1994. I am on straight Social Security now and the rise in the cost of rents are driving the retirees out of their rents. There are a lot of elderly living on the streets and that is what is really happening. So talk about some of that. I worked for Century 21 in Farmington CT. I hear the rentals are twice as much there. The new 1 Bed 1 bath rents in Tampa and Riverview since they are building new there and are starting at $2,500 per month. That is over my SSI income base and that is crazy.

    • @viralsheddingzombie5324
      @viralsheddingzombie5324 Рік тому +2

      That is obscene rent.

    • @Antandthegrasshopper
      @Antandthegrasshopper Рік тому +2

      Absolutely correct... St Petersburg downtown rents for 1bed/1 bath are $2500-$3000 PM!

    • @Justyouandmelord
      @Justyouandmelord Рік тому +1

      Florida rent is going skyrocket high ridiculous and if you rent a three bedroom for $2000 don’t think it’s going to be the same the next year because the landlord could go up $500 to 600$ and the rent the next year

    • @viralsheddingzombie5324
      @viralsheddingzombie5324 Рік тому

      @@Justyouandmelord True, and that's why a lease is good for tenanta. A lease protects the tenant more than the owner of the property.

    • @Justyouandmelord
      @Justyouandmelord Рік тому

      @@viralsheddingzombie5324 yes it protect the tenant but when you start a new lease what these landlord is doing is making you do a new deposit of the new rent that you have to pay and there’s nothing to stop them from doing that because they can so every year the landlord will go up and your rent and then have you sign a new lease with a new deposit even though you had a old deposit from a years ago.

  • @leogeee1
    @leogeee1 9 місяців тому +2

    My primary "go to" vacation place is Clearwater in the Tampa Bay area. What a difference from Philadelphia. The thought of moving is exhausting but I'm probably going to do it soon. Love FLA.

  • @VernonEmerson-w8f
    @VernonEmerson-w8f Рік тому +2

    I live in the Tampa Bay area and have for about 35 years now. I absolutely love it here although it is becoming rather congested year after year, the freeways in the stores, especially!

  • @PELGRP
    @PELGRP Рік тому +2

    Before moving to Florida my spouse and I visited and researched all major communities on both coasts. Our choice was Fort Lauderdale. It’s a winner!

    • @crashdsnowman1
      @crashdsnowman1 6 місяців тому

      One of thee highest crime rates and gang areas in the state.

  • @nichelebrown1163
    @nichelebrown1163 Рік тому +10

    I was born and raised in Florida- East Coast areas mainly- what I hate most about my state is the pay - for most occupations, Florida has very low salaries that is why I was considering Texas because the pay is higher and it is more affordable

    • @ganymeade5151
      @ganymeade5151 Рік тому +2

      That is why many people are leaving. Lower pay and higher housing prices make the cost of living unaffordable except for the rich.

    • @sepupr21
      @sepupr21 Рік тому

      @@ganymeade5151 Leaving? FL is the fastest growing state. That is what I don't like, tooo many people moving here.

    • @Fourwindsofsuccess
      @Fourwindsofsuccess Рік тому

      @@sepupr21
      Those are immigrants and people from up north and clueless lost souls thinking their about to struggle it out to reach a huge success like they’re in California.

    • @sepupr21
      @sepupr21 Рік тому

      @@Fourwindsofsuccess So are you a native from Florida? Are you Seminole?

  • @jonathancage1588
    @jonathancage1588 Рік тому +16

    Loved watching this from the UK. One day will find a way to move to Florida. Was hoping Destin would get a mention as that area interests me

    • @bocabec6744
      @bocabec6744 Рік тому +3

      Destin is like living in Alabama. Cold salt water, brackish in color, lots of mosquitos and gets hit with crummy weather.

    • @marknewton6984
      @marknewton6984 Рік тому +2

      Try Tampa Bay.

    • @commonsense6967
      @commonsense6967 Рік тому +3

      @@bocabec6744 Destin has gorgeous white sand on its beautiful beaches. N. FL is the best part of FL these days.

    • @inistiogeismyheart9185
      @inistiogeismyheart9185 Рік тому

      I’m very familiar with you Brit’s, you are not ready for Floridians or methican Americans

    • @fitzwilliamdarcy5263
      @fitzwilliamdarcy5263 Рік тому +2

      @@commonsense6967 Redneck Riviera lol, no thanks. You must be Poor. Panhandle is Alabama, not real Florida.

  • @derice7375
    @derice7375 Рік тому +10

    I understand you want promoting Florida as realtor,the inconvenience of that most of cities would be overcrowded with too many people,the traffic would be a nightmare and the cost of living would be over and overpriced.please people think before you take any decision,the grass is not always green in Florida.

  • @jeny8619
    @jeny8619 Рік тому +4

    Moved to North Florida ( i was born in Key West ) relaxing Southern vibes , nis low key way of life !
    Suwanee County is great for beautiful large parcels that are country like but close enough to travel for weekend trips anywhere in the state

    • @katrinstake
      @katrinstake  Рік тому

      Thank you for sharing!

    • @Solarprofessional
      @Solarprofessional Рік тому +1

      Good choice! Love North Florida, plenty of springs for kayaking/swimming and hiking.

  • @redporschekilla
    @redporschekilla Рік тому +3

    We moved from WA to Kissimmee …. Best decision EVER!

  • @posthardcoresinger
    @posthardcoresinger Рік тому +4

    Hard to choose between Tampa, Jacksonville, Miami, St Augustine. So many good elements. Want to be pretty close to a beach with good shopping, but also want a music scene and somewhere fun and scenic to drive like some twisting hills or something within 30 minutes distance.

    • @nathanbyd570
      @nathanbyd570 Рік тому +2

      Tampa and Jacksonville suuuuck. If you want hills go to Clermont or Tallahassee. I live in the Tallahassee area and love it. St George Island is maybe just over an hour away. Lived in Tampa and have worked in Jacksonville. Panhandle area so much nicer for me.

    • @ganymeade5151
      @ganymeade5151 Рік тому +2

      Northern FL is better due to more green and varied wildlife.

    • @cherrysunburst1959
      @cherrysunburst1959 10 місяців тому

      No hills in Florida except for the panhandle area.

  • @CoachatCole
    @CoachatCole Рік тому +2

    5) st Augustine
    4) lake wales
    3) Winter Haven
    2) QUINCY
    1) Bartow

    • @bamh1re318
      @bamh1re318 Рік тому

      Bartow, really? why not Avon and Sebring?

  • @flowerpow8472
    @flowerpow8472 Рік тому +6

    Native floridian Tampanian here. Don't come....1) please don't move here!!! 2) we are over populated 3) No exaggeration, all the trees are being cut down to build houses causing air pollution and water pollution I'll explain below 4) we used to grow oranges and now all we grow is cement, concrete, car washes to wash all these emission producing cars, 5) Sink holes up the ying yang, 6) in 2023 taxes are sky high!!!!! Mucho dinero. My home taxes went from 1,900 to just under 6k raising my mortgage by $700 a month on a fix 2.5% interest rate 7) sky high home insurance 8) sky high car insurance 9) bumper to bumper traffic jams in Hillsborough County, Miami, orlando, and all other metro counties from 6am to 8pm. No longer is traffic heavy from 7am to 9am and 4pm to 6pm. Insead traffic is jammed ALL DAY LONG. 10) hurricane Irma, Ian tore us a new @** hole literally, 11) because so many people are moving here the prices of groceries and gas ( cost of living) is sky high because demand is high. We cant blame inflation for this one. High demand equals high costs.
    When we cut down all the trees to build concrete the sky becomes pollured because there are not enough trees to filter the air and produce oxygen. Also when those trees are cut down the soils becomere demineralized and cause water wash off into the waterways that then cause red tied, blue green algae, flesh eating bacteria etc. This is what's happening to Florida.
    P.s its not relaxing here. So stay where you are. We are over crowded.

  • @players7686
    @players7686 Рік тому +11

    My parents are snowbirds from Canada that stay in Kissimmee. I have flown down 4 times and I must say what a great place to visit. So many fun places to see in Florida! I have been to so many great places in the US but Florida is #1!👍

    • @katrinstake
      @katrinstake  Рік тому +1

      Thanks for sharing!

    • @JoseMendozaLifeLearner
      @JoseMendozaLifeLearner Рік тому +2

      great place to visit, hate living here after DeSantis started tearing communities apart with his "divide and conquer" strategy

  • @TAM-Interiors
    @TAM-Interiors Рік тому +11

    Thank you Katrin for this video. I'll be moving to St. Petersburg in March, and I am super exited.

    • @katrinstake
      @katrinstake  Рік тому +1

      You are going to love it I am sure! My favorite place next to Sarasota 🤩.

    • @lisaaustin3625
      @lisaaustin3625 Рік тому

      Good luck. Been in the Bay Area dang near all my life. It’s not all that.

    • @marknewton6984
      @marknewton6984 Рік тому

      You will like.

    • @teslarocks7345
      @teslarocks7345 Рік тому

      Did you check to see how expensive it is getting to live there and what is coming in the future?

  • @TomGargiuloArtandFilm-fu2hv
    @TomGargiuloArtandFilm-fu2hv 5 місяців тому

    Katrin, you are a very talented producer/ writer/ editor of arts and cultural programs. Your stories provide great overviews and your presentations have very positive energy to them. Did you ever consider being a producer / reporter on full time?

  • @nickdeliso7026
    @nickdeliso7026 Рік тому +3

    I moved just outside of Tampa about 6 years ago, from Brooklyn, NY. Never looked back.

    • @katrinstake
      @katrinstake  Рік тому

      🤩

    • @sunbeam123
      @sunbeam123 9 місяців тому

      Motivational..I am in the process of doing the same!

  • @johnphillipsplumbing7148
    @johnphillipsplumbing7148 Рік тому +11

    Another insightful post,I've passed it on to my friends and family in New England,I am very comfortable right here in sunny Sarasota 🌞 thanks for sharing your knowledge, Happy new year!!

  • @mfuller1957
    @mfuller1957 Рік тому +3

    Tampa, Champa Bay have great sports! . But I live in Pinellas County on the West Gulf Coast. Indian Rocks Beach 😍 is fabulous. Low key. Not too crowded.

  • @treeskier802
    @treeskier802 7 місяців тому +1

    Excellent video. I lived in Tampa in the late 90s and am thinking about moving to St Petersburg. But you have me also thinking about Sarasota. I’ll be looking at the cheap condos. Hopefully some of those are still in decent areas.

    • @katrinstake
      @katrinstake  7 місяців тому +1

      Thank you for watching!

  • @michaelchen8643
    @michaelchen8643 8 місяців тому

    I can say in a perfect world with a natural beauty this exposition is good in showcasing, that natural beauty and infrastructure and opportunities in an ideal world
    From what I’m reading, and what I Have heard secondhand by dozens of people who have left Florida is that the infrastructure job opportunities and social quality life has degraded sufficiently the people can enjoy the natural beauty as a resident
    By all means, and choose to visit for short periods of time, but be careful where you spend your time because not all the communities are capable of treating visitors well

  • @richardpierce7819
    @richardpierce7819 Рік тому

    I lived in Sunrise back in the late 70s and early 80s it was very expensive even in those days , that said I would love to move back there and reconnect with some of my friends down there shout out to Chuck , Richie , and Tracy.

  • @FLORIDAHOODVLOGS
    @FLORIDAHOODVLOGS Рік тому +66

    Tampa #1 😮 in what world? Maybe if your want to be near homeless people and gangs? Let me guess are you a realtor in tampa? 😅

    • @katrinstake
      @katrinstake  Рік тому +36

      I am a realtor in Sarasota. Thanks for the positive vibe.

    • @etoshagriffin3902
      @etoshagriffin3902 Рік тому +14

      @@katrinstake I thought she said “No particular order”.

    • @katrinstake
      @katrinstake  Рік тому +8

      @@etoshagriffin3902 that is right :)

    • @SuperTopher01
      @SuperTopher01 Рік тому +3

      Southern Life... What is your opinion on Daytona Beach?

    • @Hilbrandi
      @Hilbrandi Рік тому +2

      Aren't you aware of what "in no particular order" means?

  • @CRASS2047
    @CRASS2047 Рік тому +3

    I live in SW Florida. But housing prices have more than doubled in 5 -6 years. I’m considering moving to rural TX. But so far I’ve learned I do not like Dallas or it’s suburbs. After working in Dallas for a few weeks, Florida is looking better and better

    • @katrinstake
      @katrinstake  Рік тому

    • @nichelebrown1163
      @nichelebrown1163 Рік тому +1

      I loved Texas and almost settled down there - if me and Fl fall out again 🤔

    • @CRASS2047
      @CRASS2047 Рік тому

      @@nichelebrown1163 that’s my hope. I’m self employed and I purposely scheduled work in TX all summer in the hopes I can move . I want to buy some rural land and build something off grid, debt free. Texas is a massive state, so I refuse to let Dallas sway my decision.

    • @nichelebrown1163
      @nichelebrown1163 Рік тому

      @@CRASS2047 I feel you- Corpus Christy was gorgeous; I heard nice things about Austin and San Antonio- best regards

    • @virginiansupremacy
      @virginiansupremacy Рік тому

      @@CRASS2047 dont build in west texas, that land is soon to dry up

  • @wyomikey65
    @wyomikey65 Рік тому +3

    I'm really enjoying your videos though they can be a be a bit discouraging. I'm a Southern California native of 30 yrs, moved to Wyoming for 28 and counting, looking to relocate in the Pan handle area . We have family there, and they're chomping at the bit for us to move down. The high taxes for insurance and property are discouraging, but I'm glad you are revealing the truths about Florida living.

    • @katrinstake
      @katrinstake  Рік тому +2

      I still believe FL is a great place to live. Just account for all the costs. :)

    • @debbiemanning5983
      @debbiemanning5983 Рік тому

      Listen to commenters not a realtor!😅

  • @claudineeven5532
    @claudineeven5532 Рік тому +2

    You forgot Clearwater, so many people are moving there, they will open new trails very shortly from my door step to the beaches, will be able to take my electric bike and I will take my kayak along
    I have the best medical center near by and all major stores, 20 mn from Tampa and few mn from St Pete airport

  • @katrinasimmons9288
    @katrinasimmons9288 Рік тому +29

    I’m most interested in Sarasota/ Sarasota county, because it seems like the perfect location for my beach loving, nature loving, art loving, and fun loving young family. We’re hoping to visit and explore potential relocation options by the end of the winter or early spring 😎

    • @katrinstake
      @katrinstake  Рік тому +3

      You will likely love it...reach out if you have questions

    • @stevewalther2293
      @stevewalther2293 Рік тому +6

      It's very very very hot most of the year...most people move out after a few years because it just gets too crowded...and boring..lol...and the beach is great to see maybe once or twice...soon you will miss mountains and cool crisp air...Sarasota is great for wealthy retired people who spend winters here...weather is great for 5 months...it's January and still turn the A/C on....

    • @taffyalusa4642
      @taffyalusa4642 Рік тому +3

      @@stevewalther2293 couldn't agree more, plus now congestion, expensive and boring.

    • @flfreefun1246
      @flfreefun1246 Рік тому +6

      SARASOTA IS A RETIREMNT HAVEN, FULL OF OLD PEOPLE AND IT'S VERY EXPENSIVE

    • @katrinstake
      @katrinstake  Рік тому +2

      @flfreefun1246 that's why everyone is moving to Sarasota...because it must be just so bad.

  • @iceandflames
    @iceandflames Рік тому +3

    I prefer Hallandale Beach Florida beautiful city good beaches and restaurants and growing businesses and communities and a good nightlife.

  • @arisomboonsapya7791
    @arisomboonsapya7791 Рік тому +1

    Thank you for the video!!! Great information.

  • @lucianobezerra4380
    @lucianobezerra4380 Рік тому +1

    I mived to Florida from California and it was my best decision !!!

    • @katrinstake
      @katrinstake  Рік тому

      Hi there, where in CA did you live?

  • @mariaolivieri1633
    @mariaolivieri1633 Рік тому +2

    The Florida Panhandle is absolutely the best!

  • @ashleyspitzer6672
    @ashleyspitzer6672 Рік тому +30

    Gotta be rich or have really good money just to afford a decent place to live here in Florida.

    • @katrinstake
      @katrinstake  Рік тому +3

      Getting unaffordable for many

    • @ashleyspitzer6672
      @ashleyspitzer6672 Рік тому +2

      @@katrinstake
      Back in the 90s it would been afford, now these days not like that anymore.

    • @katrinstake
      @katrinstake  Рік тому +1

      @@ashleyspitzer6672 I can understand that

    • @Alwaysbeclosing1774
      @Alwaysbeclosing1774 Рік тому +6

      Yeah unfortunately it's way overpriced here and I have no clue why. I'm in Fort Myers it's a garbage overpriced s-hole now. With very low paying jobs so I have no clue what's going on. Crash coming soon is my bet.

    • @Chris_at_Home
      @Chris_at_Home Рік тому

      About the only affordable housing for seniors is a cheap trailer and big HOA fees. We will be getting a snowbird place and the cheapest areas are away from the big cities. Places like Winter Haven and that area are inexpensive. We have also been watching the market up near Lake City where homes are reasonable. We aren’t going to spend summers there so the interior heat won’t bother us.

  • @jpsmith9452
    @jpsmith9452 Рік тому +1

    Concise and informative. Nice work.

  • @ganymeade5151
    @ganymeade5151 Рік тому +1

    Thank you for this helpful video. And thanks to the Comments for the helpful information. Love the comments .

  • @_fastlaner
    @_fastlaner Рік тому +1

    Thank you for the video. Is Daytona beach a crowded place with traffic or more chill?

    • @katrinstake
      @katrinstake  Рік тому

      Some areas will be crowded, some not so much...

  • @virginiahinchman3270
    @virginiahinchman3270 Рік тому +3

    She definitely needs to mention the cons of living in Florida, such as crime rate most of the cities, she mentioned have a high crime rate

  • @stevewalther2293
    @stevewalther2293 Рік тому +4

    Biggest complaint people have about Sarasota is that it's hard to meet people...very few people were born here...like living in an Airport....or a huge nursing home...very transient...people move in then move out...fake...people are bored...too hot and crowded...no middle class..too expensive...once you see all the sights like bars, Restaurants, the beach, their really isn't anything else to do...too hot...so they get bored...Tiki Bars and the beach...that's pretty much it...that goes with the whole State of Florida...

  • @TrevorATX
    @TrevorATX Рік тому +4

    I am moving to sarasota in about a week and im very excited! However, my second option was going to be pensacola. I noticed that wasn't on this list? Bad place to live? The housing there is very affordable and the beaches near there are amazing like siesta key type.

    • @katrinstake
      @katrinstake  Рік тому

      There are SO many amazing places in FL.

  • @lindaaaron9653
    @lindaaaron9653 Рік тому +1

    I would have liked to get info regarding hurricanes, flooding and evacuations. I am considering the Mount Dora area. I have no interest in the coasts. Does Mount Dora frequently need to evacuate?

    • @katrinstake
      @katrinstake  Рік тому

      Hi it is best you reach out to an agent in the Mount Dora area.

  • @aureliussingh1404
    @aureliussingh1404 11 місяців тому +2

    Omg spot on Snow and cold 🥶

  • @ralphlundi9734
    @ralphlundi9734 Рік тому +3

    You have a beautiful accent. Great video. Tampa Bay is definitely the best place to live in Florida. Orlando is also great. Jacksonville is meh. South Florida is amazing if you can afford it. I agree with this list entirely.

    • @katrinstake
      @katrinstake  Рік тому

      Thank you so much Ralph. Love Tampa! What accent? haha just kidding. Take care.

  • @user-iu6bv8vu8o
    @user-iu6bv8vu8o Рік тому +12

    Tampa
    St Petersburg
    Sarasota
    Naples
    Orlando
    Jacksonville
    St Augustine
    Daytona Beach
    Ft Lauderdale
    Miami
    I’m going to Ft Lauderdale next week- I love high energy, beautiful beaches & warm weather- I’m praying on the right move…🙏

    • @katrinstake
      @katrinstake  Рік тому +2

      I'm sure you are going to love it :)

    • @marknewton6984
      @marknewton6984 Рік тому +1

      Good list. I dig Tampa Bay! Native boy.

    • @mzashanti9587
      @mzashanti9587 Рік тому

      How is it going in Ft Lauderdale so far?

  • @ashburnconnecttv7860
    @ashburnconnecttv7860 Рік тому +5

    For the last 2-3 years home prices in Florida are over the moon, especially in Tampa! Sellers don't want to be realistic, they still think they can get $100, 000 PLUS over the asking price. Many of the homes sellers are trying to sell have seen an update/renovation in many years.
    When the final comes - sellers are going to cry useless tears and buyers are going to laugh all the way to the bank!!! LOL

    • @martincstee5335
      @martincstee5335 Рік тому +1

      Reality will check back sooner than you expect. Patience is the key.

  • @alfredoabdelhady5833
    @alfredoabdelhady5833 Рік тому +1

    I have to say, I love all your videos you explain everything so clearly and professionally you are so wonderful thank you very much

  • @HAVENS913
    @HAVENS913 Рік тому +2

    As a multiple property investor in Florida, maybe the presenter should mention the cost of property insurance. The deep hidden fact is insurance companies have left the state in droves after losing money from storm damage. Ask an agent there about rates that have tripled in one year. Hurricanes have caused claims to bankrupt some carriers. How much? Many homeowners are paying more in insurance than taxes. $12,000 a year.

    • @katrinstake
      @katrinstake  Рік тому

      I have a few video on this channel dedicated to only this subject.

    • @Trtevoorryu
      @Trtevoorryu Рік тому

      Actually the insurance companies were driven out by fraudulent lawsuits. Storm claims play little part in the current crisis

  • @nubianpwr
    @nubianpwr Рік тому +3

    Excellent content - and delivery👍🏾

  • @jennig7543
    @jennig7543 Рік тому

    Sarasota is beautiful .. I went to beach that the sand was white and night was nice there was a guy playing some instrument and it was nice . Lehigh acres is nice area. Also I will like to know where a nice area for family and kids like nice towns to live.

  • @hansell1001
    @hansell1001 10 місяців тому

    Ok I have watched the complete video, but I want a more curated suggestions. Anyone?
    What would be a good place for a 36 yr old looking for job?. Also low crime, family oriented, not too much expensive living. Near beach, but not necesarily just 1 mile near the beach. I actually prefer lakes or lagoons. And At least and average of 20°C the whole year? I have 2 in mind, Tampa or Orlando? Which one is closer to my needs? But if you have better options please tell me.

  • @jeffersonjohns6397
    @jeffersonjohns6397 Рік тому +5

    What about Port Saint Lucie? Research/data indicate cooler Summer temps from the Atlantic Ocean, plenty of job opportunities, inexpensive realistaste, significantly improved/updated infrastructure, parks, ocean access, newly built homes to withstand hurricanes and significantly lower crime than most other Florida cities. How did you miss this?

    • @katrinstake
      @katrinstake  Рік тому +2

      Love Port Saint Lucie
      Thanks for your input. There are over 300 cities in FL.

    • @jojohokutonoken2456
      @jojohokutonoken2456 Рік тому +1

      I actually liked st.port lucie only town in florida i can tolerate, people was chill cheap homes to rent and the beach is 5 min away from stores and homes. the rest of the state is shit.

    • @gofisting2322
      @gofisting2322 Рік тому

      @@jojohokutonoken2456 st Lucie ?

    • @kkcom01
      @kkcom01 Рік тому

      Shhhhhh!

    • @gofisting2322
      @gofisting2322 Рік тому

      @@katrinstake isn’t it just a suburb with decent homes?

  • @gabrielanaya677
    @gabrielanaya677 Рік тому +3

    My wife and I live in Oregon in the Pacific Northwest we have a small business that we own here locally and we have a couple that are our clients and they are from Florida. The husband moved here for work but the wife tells her so much about Florida and is really convincing us to move to Orlando. They say Orlando is definitely the better place for young couples or younger families

    • @jaxj17
      @jaxj17 Рік тому +2

      Stay it is a nightmare now super congested

    • @gabrielanaya677
      @gabrielanaya677 Рік тому

      @@jaxj17 same with every popular place in the USA. Surprisingly here in Portland Oregon metro is congested even with the grey gloomy weather 9.5 months a year 😂

    • @ralphlundi9734
      @ralphlundi9734 Рік тому +1

      Absolutely horrible, soul-crushing traffic. Otherwise, a nice place to live.

    • @stevewalther2293
      @stevewalther2293 Рік тому +1

      @@ralphlundi9734 soul crushing heat and humidity....

  • @kangaroojack7678
    @kangaroojack7678 Рік тому +1

    Also the west coast of florida gets nasty hurricane s they just got slammed a couple of months ago if I go to Florida I am going to the east coast

  • @TheVillagesChief
    @TheVillagesChief Рік тому +1

    Hi Katrin, can you recommend a dog friendly beach in Sarasota? I’m thinking of bringing my dog down for a day trip tomorrow (Sunday) to either Sarasota or Venice area. Thanks so much!

    • @katrinstake
      @katrinstake  Рік тому

      Hi there, sorry just saw this. The only dog.friendly beach in Sarasota County is Brohard Beach in Venice...you'll love it!

  • @exploringwithbrian5943
    @exploringwithbrian5943 Рік тому +1

    Hey it's Brian I got to ask you a question could you do a video on Poinciana and Davenport I couldn't find them in your video file I'm thinking of moving to either or especially because of price

    • @katrinstake
      @katrinstake  Рік тому +1

      Hi, there. I am not sure when I will be up there. If I am there I will certainly put it on the list.

    • @exploringwithbrian5943
      @exploringwithbrian5943 Рік тому +1

      @@katrinstake okay thank you very much

  • @docnrozzie
    @docnrozzie Рік тому +1

    Great presentation … Thanks !
    Monroe County 👍 ( All the Florida Keys) …
    Middle Keys have small town atmosphere - Love our Marathon ! Enjoyed your video 😎

    • @crashdsnowman1
      @crashdsnowman1 6 місяців тому

      No don't move to the Keys, it's too crowded already.

  • @susievidal4134
    @susievidal4134 Рік тому +1

    I'm sure that Clermont is on top of that list and it's growing alot more space for more people and beautiful scenery too lakes and hills

    • @Cruxis_Angel
      @Cruxis_Angel Рік тому

      Lived in clermont 2006-2013 when it was a beautiful small town with orange trees for miles. Visited a couple years back and it’s kinda disgusting nowadays. Traffic especially is out of control there

  • @LiveLaughSmile
    @LiveLaughSmile Рік тому +4

    My goal is to move to Sarasota, but I’m searching a lot before buy a nice home .

    • @katrinstake
      @katrinstake  Рік тому

      Best approach :)

    • @legenddaughterrd
      @legenddaughterrd Рік тому

      ANYWHERE BUT FLORIDA THEY WILL TAKE YOU A RUN FOR YOUR MONEY YOU KNOW ARIZONA IS BEAUTIFUL AND LAND IS REASONABLE YOU MIGHT BE ABLE TO OPEN A FARM T^HAT HOW AFFIORDABLE ARIZONA IS A NICE STATE AND THEIR LOT SIZE ARE GREAT AND TU+INY HOMES ARE ACCEPTED AND YOU CAN BUILD MANY TINY HOMES ON THE LAND AND RENT THEM OUT IN ARIZONAV CHECK OUT THE PRICES FLORIDA WILL TAKE YOU FOR A RUN FOR YOUR MONEY

  • @tonyyero7231
    @tonyyero7231 Рік тому +2

    There is no Best..it is what YOU like!

  • @KeithHuntsman-TaFl
    @KeithHuntsman-TaFl Рік тому

    What area in the Tampa area would be the least expensive to buy a small two-bedroom house, and what kind of salary would one need for the current cost of living? Thanks.

  • @carolmiller6441
    @carolmiller6441 Рік тому +2

    I plan on moving to Spring Hill or back to Weeki wachee next month when my home here in Chicago area sells

    • @ltcmoose2001
      @ltcmoose2001 Рік тому

      Don't tell people about Spring Hill or Weeki Wachee. It is one of the better kept secrets in FL if you don't need the night life.

  • @kubradogan8604
    @kubradogan8604 Рік тому

    Which city do aparments not have a roach problem? I'm looking as to where I should rent except there are so many complaints on apartment renting sites regarding this.

  • @malindagatzke7959
    @malindagatzke7959 Рік тому +1

    you can get Huracan's and any where on the west coast and high prices if you want insurance for you home

  • @abelotalvaro7217
    @abelotalvaro7217 Рік тому

    You can’t no even breathe!! No way!🥵 everything it’s so expensive 🆙to the roof!!! High- priced, costly!!!
    In Florida.thank you!!!🗣️🥵🥵🥵

  • @frankcutronijr
    @frankcutronijr Рік тому +1

    I would pick Sarasota or Venice.

  • @iceandflames
    @iceandflames Рік тому +2

    Got to add Hallandale Beach Florida to this list beautiful city, beautiful beaches and restaurants and growing businesses and communities, and Gulf Stream Horse Racing Casino with the Pegasus statue it’s the second biggest Statue in the United States 🇺🇸.

  • @dianacpowers
    @dianacpowers Рік тому +1

    Daytona (affordable and near family, plus centrally located).

  • @tomcassidy4117
    @tomcassidy4117 Рік тому +1

    Destin ,Sarasota and st Pete’s beach is where I’m focused on Tom c.

  • @danieldesimonedanny1827
    @danieldesimonedanny1827 Рік тому +1

    I'm here since 2004 as a snowbird and sold my PGI condo in 2015 & bought a nice 3 bed home in my FL flyover county. Low crime & low taxes. 4 miles from a boat ramp & its good here.

  • @jennig7543
    @jennig7543 Рік тому

    I would like to know and the pro of Florida the schools ,crimes etc. Also mention other north florida or central florida and some area that are not flood zone.

  • @joannewsome5202
    @joannewsome5202 Рік тому +1

    Since IAN, home insurance costs have triple jobs. Mention minimum job. Minimum wages, etc.that & discuss. What about crime, homelessness &

  • @ASAL2022
    @ASAL2022 Рік тому

    The hurricanes are really a turn off as well.

  • @jeffamburgey7485
    @jeffamburgey7485 Рік тому +3

    Thank you for leaving Ft. Myers out of the top 10, although considering Sanibel, Captiva, Ft. Myers Beach are adjacent, I'm not sure how you managed to do so.

    • @JohnJohn-wr1jo
      @JohnJohn-wr1jo Рік тому +2

      Jeff, Ian clobbered this area. It will take years to get back to a place where anyone would reccomend Lee County.

    • @PETER394100
      @PETER394100 Рік тому +2

      Because Ft. Myers is a disaster zone now.

    • @PoliticallyIncorrect90
      @PoliticallyIncorrect90 Рік тому +2

      There isn't much left of Ft Myers Beach.

    • @katrinstake
      @katrinstake  Рік тому

      @@PoliticallyIncorrect90 Unfortunately it will take some time to rebuild :(

  • @1chance2change
    @1chance2change Рік тому +2

    Daytona Beach

  • @stevetonnesen3666
    @stevetonnesen3666 Рік тому +3

    Davis Island is WAY TOO LOW above sea level. You will need to budget a huge amount of money for flood and home owners' insurance. I live in this area since 1959. If we ever have a major hurricane hit here, my guess is that at least a third of the housing will be immediately destroyed, as far too much of this area is built on ground that is entirely too low above sea level. Also, the traffic here has become ridiculously congested. That said, Pinellas County is an extremely well run county, with little to no corruption that I am aware of.

    • @katrinstake
      @katrinstake  Рік тому

      Thank you for your input, Steve. I can imagine that insurance is expensive on Davis Island just like it is on Siesta Key.

    • @stevewalther2293
      @stevewalther2293 Рік тому +1

      The highest elevation of Florida is only 360 feet above sea level and that's the peak...it's about 30 to 100 feet in most of the State making it steamy hot...

  • @stevewalther2293
    @stevewalther2293 Рік тому +6

    Florida is for retired married couples who love to stay inside with the A/C running.

  • @michelearseneau8039
    @michelearseneau8039 Рік тому +1

    can you show me the new community west port in port Charlotte please

  • @jeffroberts9796
    @jeffroberts9796 11 місяців тому

    I was thinking about places near Miami. Any notes?

  • @SuperMassman
    @SuperMassman 7 місяців тому

    I live in Weston Florida,,, the humidity and heat will kill you. .. I moved from up north, Massachusetts.. hated being trapped in my house because of the weather..guess what, I am trapped in my new house because of weather

  • @JJ-rf7dg
    @JJ-rf7dg 10 місяців тому +1

    I'm thinking pinellas or hillsboro county for me

  • @rainbow20112011
    @rainbow20112011 Рік тому +1

    North Port is also gaining huge population growth as well.

  • @Joe-u7o8v
    @Joe-u7o8v Рік тому +1

    Home prices will continue to fall well beyond a decade. Too many people locked in record low rates, for RECORD HIGH COSTS. Prices only need to decline about -10% for catastrophic results. Risky HELOCS, Airbnb busts, and decade long value declines, combined with commercial real estate in the red, across the board. Foreclosures are only now starting to uptick. Supply is increasing, NATIONALLY. This bottom won't show until the mid 2030's at the earliest. -40% when the dust settles. God bless, America.

  • @sdecken2700
    @sdecken2700 Рік тому

    Tampabay is becomming California. Never seen homeless like this before and the county commissioners are proposing three sites for homeless. Lived here all my life and looking to move to another state. Good Luck.

    • @jerrythebaum4388
      @jerrythebaum4388 Рік тому +1

      That's not unique to Tampa Bay, or Florida in general. People are getting poorer and cost of living is getting higher EVERYWHERE.

  • @MrRentgould
    @MrRentgould 9 місяців тому +1

    You are funny and informative .

  • @frugalex-maineah6761
    @frugalex-maineah6761 Рік тому +3

    Was curious if Venice came up at all in your list? I like the fact that it may be flying under the radar of those places you mentioned. We currently live in Naples and are looking for LCOL area, and Venice checks many of our boxes.

    • @katrinstake
      @katrinstake  Рік тому +1

      Venice is a great little city!!

    • @Brascobadboy
      @Brascobadboy Рік тому +3

      Old people. Families. Boring. I mean old. Average age is 68. Just went to gym
      And a local restaurant peachies. Gray hair all over. Young kids below 20. No middle ground

    • @stevewalther2293
      @stevewalther2293 Рік тому +5

      @@Brascobadboy yes...the whole town of Venice is a nursing home...actually the whole state of Florida is a nursing home.

    • @blaster-zy7xx
      @blaster-zy7xx Рік тому +3

      Venice is on the water, has great restaurants and a nice downtown and beaches. It is a pretty town. Great for boating, golf and adults, but like many Florida communities, not geared toward new families raising little kids.

    • @Ap32023
      @Ap32023 Рік тому +1

      ​@@stevewalther2293 🤣🤣🤣💀

  • @emendoz1
    @emendoz1 Рік тому +16

    I’m so glad she skipped all the small towns in Florida! I moved away from the bigger cities to get away from the quality and quantity of people there and wouldn’t want to have to move again if they decided to follow in my footsteps.

    • @_fastlaner
      @_fastlaner Рік тому

      Which small towns would you recommend in florida?

    • @emendoz1
      @emendoz1 Рік тому

      @@_fastlaner I’m afraid that’s like suggesting a good restaurant my friend. You’ll have to do the leg work and find out by visiting. We have plenty of small towns to visit and each has its own unique values. Good luck!

  • @bfoz
    @bfoz Рік тому +1

    Great information. I liked the section on Tampa and Naples.

  • @SPAZZOID100
    @SPAZZOID100 Рік тому +2

    Why cities? I moved to a rural area in Florida to avoid the hustle & bustle.

    • @katrinstake
      @katrinstake  Рік тому

      Where did you move to?

    • @johnnyangel9163
      @johnnyangel9163 Рік тому

      ​@@katrinstake Whats your opinion of Vero,Melbourne and Sebastián?

  • @dumdumbrown4225
    @dumdumbrown4225 Рік тому +1

    Moving to Orlando end of May …right at the hottest time of the year 😢

    • @katrinstake
      @katrinstake  Рік тому +1

      You'll be fine :)

    • @dumdumbrown4225
      @dumdumbrown4225 Рік тому

      @@katrinstake thank you Katrin 😃 any recommendations for good rental agencies in the Altamonte Springs/Orlando area? We’re new to the States, and will only have a ‘good tenant’ report from our property manager here in Australia

  • @dianacovarelli4090
    @dianacovarelli4090 Рік тому +1

    Nice video. I'm new to Florida and live in Tallahassee.

  • @richardrosa9364
    @richardrosa9364 Рік тому +1

    I love Jacksonville and Saint Agustine

  • @LordTimothyMcKay
    @LordTimothyMcKay Рік тому +2

    Thank you Katrin! Very informative and helpful!

  • @bh9262
    @bh9262 Рік тому +1

    Work! What about retirement area? Is Tampa good for retirement? I’m 65 looking for a great place in FL to live. Thans for your input young lady.

    • @katrinstake
      @katrinstake  Рік тому

      Hi, Tampa is a great city...it will depend on your budget and what your preferences are in terms of surroundings. There are many great places to live in FL. I would take a process of elimination approach. Start with a general location (central florida, SW coast, east coast etc), see if it fits with your budget, then visit 3 or 4 different cities within the location to determine what fits your lifestyle best.

    • @marknewton6984
      @marknewton6984 Рік тому

      Tampa Bay area good for every thing.

  • @Nancy-iu6sh
    @Nancy-iu6sh Рік тому +3

    Great video! Moving to Florida this year. Hoping to go to Sarasota and I saw on your video legacy trail and I'm very interested in that cause I'm a bicycle rider.

    • @katrinstake
      @katrinstake  Рік тому

      Legacy Trail is a great long ride for sure. Parts of it are extremely scenic as well!

    • @marknewton6984
      @marknewton6984 Рік тому +1

      Sarasota is nice. West Coast!

    • @katrinstake
      @katrinstake  Рік тому

      @@marknewton6984 🙌

  • @auroranite
    @auroranite Рік тому +2

    Katrin, nice content but I have a request. Can you highlight small town communities in a future episode. Many of us don’t want big city living. Tks

    • @katrinstake
      @katrinstake  Рік тому +2

      Good idea...I do have one video on small Town gems on the west coast...but I will follow up with additional vids in the future.

    • @blaster-zy7xx
      @blaster-zy7xx Рік тому +1

      We found a very cool little town between Ft Myers and Venice. It is Punta Gorda and has many homes on the water in an extensive canal system. Small town with waterfront restaurants. Live music somewhere every day.

  • @averagejoe9479
    @averagejoe9479 Рік тому +1

    Lakewood Ranch. Best city.

    • @katrinstake
      @katrinstake  Рік тому

      👍It's a great place, but know that it isn't a city.

  • @YobazlarDevri
    @YobazlarDevri Рік тому

    Sarasota . Are there alligators in water ponds around which nice homes are built? I would like to move to Sarasota but worried about hurricanes and alligators. What is the idea in keeping alligators in residential ponds or lakes. Why they are only kept in national parks only. Thank you.

    • @katrinstake
      @katrinstake  Рік тому +3

      Every body of freshwater has alligators, including ponds and lakes. We are just used to it.

    • @rogercvc6768
      @rogercvc6768 Рік тому +4

      Do NOT even dip a toe in any FL body of fresh water. Seriously.☠️

    • @katrinstake
      @katrinstake  Рік тому +2

      @@rogercvc6768 Never!

    • @stevetonnesen3666
      @stevetonnesen3666 Рік тому

      Florida alligators go wherever they da#n well please, as do the rest of us Floridians. They will not bother you if you do not go looking for trouble. I have been swimming only to discover large alligators near me and they were not interested in bothering people. Same for sharks.

    • @JohnJohn-wr1jo
      @JohnJohn-wr1jo Рік тому

      Gators and hurricanes should b the least of your worries in Florida. Mosquitos kill more people than your concerns.

  • @valentinaberger8602
    @valentinaberger8602 Рік тому +1

    Hello Katherine, thank you for the video. I like the content and watching your nice videos. I am thinking of moving to Florida, but not sure. I've been to Naples and like it, but it's very expensive...

    • @katrinstake
      @katrinstake  Рік тому

      Valentina, there are some more affordable places in Florida especially if you move central FL. Maybe look into Ocala also?

    • @valentinaberger8602
      @valentinaberger8602 Рік тому +1

      @@katrinstake Thank you, Katrin! I will check out the place you suggested!

    • @katrinstake
      @katrinstake  Рік тому

      @@valentinaberger8602 Good luck on your search. If you would like a recommendation to an agent in that region just reach out. Take care.

    • @valentinaberger8602
      @valentinaberger8602 Рік тому

      @@katrinstake Thank you so much Katrin, it will be great!

  • @waynegraham7191
    @waynegraham7191 Рік тому

    What about Palm Beach Gardens?
    What about West Palm Beach? I hear nothing but good things about those areas. How did they NOT make the list.