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The Most Expensive Neighborhoods In Florida

Living in Florida can be expensive but have you ever wondered what the most expensive neighborhoods in Florida are? Well, analysts with American Home Shield did some research to find…

Most Expensive Neighborhoods In Florida
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Living in Florida can be expensive but have you ever wondered what the most expensive neighborhoods in Florida are? Well, analysts with American Home Shield did some research to find the top 15 most expensive neighborhoods in the United States. Four of the top 10 are right here in Florida. The neighborhood of Port Royal in Naples comes in #5 overall. The cost per square foot in that neighborhood is $3,375. Coming in #6 is Aqualane Shores also in Naples. The cost per square foot there is $3,132. Additionally, the Star, Palm & Hibiscus Islands neighborhood in Miami Beach has a price per square foot of $2,861 and comes in #8 overall. Finally, rounding out the top 10 is Casa Del Lago in Palm Beach. The average price per square foot in that neighborhood is $2,754.

The Top 10 Most Expensive U.S. Neighborhoods By Price Per Square Foot

  1. South of Market, San Francisco: $5,415
  2. Northwest Auburn, Auburn, California: $4,416
  3. Old Town Carpinteria, Carpinteria, California: $4,129
  4. Downtown Bellevue, Bellevue, Washington: $3,619
  5. Port Royal, Naples, Florida: $3,375
  6. Aqualane Shores, Naples, Florida: $3,132
  7. Stinson Beach, California: $2,988
  8. Star, Palm & Hibiscus Islands, Miami Beach, Florida: $2,861
  9. Crystal Cove, Newport Beach, California: $2,771
  10. Casa del Lago, Palm Beach, Florida: $2,754

American Home Shield looked at the online real estate portal Homes.com to find the average price per square foot of more than 22,000 neighborhoods all over the United States to come up with this list. At least Florida doesn’t have the most expensive city in the United States as that belongs to San Francisco. The #1 most expensive neighborhood is South of Market with a price per square foot of $5,415. However, if you continue down the top 15 there are two more Florida cities that being Fisher Island in Miami at #13 and Jupiter Island at #15. So, if my calculations are correct, that’s six Florida neighborhoods in the top 15. So, yes, there are expensive neighborhoods in Florida but none of them land right here in the Tampa Bay area.

Here Are The Cheapest Florida Cities To Rent In 2024

Are you moving to Florida in 2024? If so you are making the right decision! When figuring out where to move what are some of the things you research? Safety and cost of living are some of the things that I want to know about the area. With that being said in this article you will find the Cheapest Florida cities to rent in 2024.  I live in St. Petersburg, but unfortunately, it's not on the list.

Florida Is Paradise

The weather is always nice for the most part in Florida. On top of that, we have all the best theme parks. In our great state, we have Busch Gardens, Universal Orlando, Disney World, Sea World, and much more. We are also home to some of the most beautiful beaches. If you do move to Florida, make sure you go and check out Siesta Key Beach.

A lot of my family members want to move to Florida. I was just home for the Detroit, Lions game and my cousin told me that he was moving down here soon. He is currently looking at places to rent and was wondering which cities are the most affordable. He also has a daughter so he was asking about school districts as well. You can find the best school districts in Florida here.

Cheapest Florida City to Rent in 2024

According to Fast Expert, the average rent in Florida is $1790 per month. This is compared to $1,100 nationwide. About 33.75% of households in Florida rent their homes. I currently rent but am looking to buy something towards the end of this year.

If you are moving to Florida or living and Florida to relocate this article will be very helpful. Below are the cheapest Florida cities to Rent in 2024. Hope you find the city of your dreams and have a great 2024. Feel free to email me Babs@wild941.com

10. Tallahassee

Tallahassee has a population of 197, 102! The average rent price: $1,464.

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9. Winter Haven

Winter Haven has a population of 52,710 and the average rent price is $1456.

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8. Tarpon Springs

Tarpons Springs have a population of 25,560 and average rent price is $1,469. There's lots to see and do in Tarpon Springs, and so many good authentic Greek restaurants. The Sponge Docks is also a great way to spend a Sunday afternoon!

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7. Lynn Haven

Lynn Haven has a population of 18,990. Average rent price in Lynn Haven is $1305. I've never heard of this Florida city so I had to look it up. It is located in Bay County, and is not far from Panama City.

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6. Plant City

Plant city has a population of 39,653.  The average rent price in Plant City is $973. We can think of a lot of reasons why the rent is super cheap here.

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5. Panama City

Panama City has a population of 34,667 and the average rent price is $945. For it being a popular tourist destination, we're surprised the rent isn't more expensive.

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4. Green Cove Springs

Green Cove Springs has a population of 8, 577. The average rent price is $916. Green Cove Springs is apart of the Jacksonville metro area.

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3. Titusville

Titusville has a population of 46, 580. The average rent price in this city is $948. Titusville is also in the Jacksonville area.

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2. Haines City

Haines City has a population 26, 009. The average price of rent is $1024. Haines City is in Polk County and is not far from the Lakeland area.

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1. Lake City

Lake City has a population of 12,352. The average price is $856. Lake City is a super small town 60 miles west of Jacksonville. Rent must be super cheap here because there are little to no amenities and NOTHING to do.

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