Advice on moving to Miami

Hi Jonny,

Compared to other parts of the USA, you'll find the cost of living fairly cheap. That said, there are very few cheap options for accomodation. The average one-bedroom flat will set you back around USD 1600 per month. 

Having been to Miami before you'll know that while the entertainment and nightlife the city has to offer is superb, it doesn't come cheap. If you plan on going out a lot and eating out frequently the costs will add up. 

We've just updated our Expat Arrival's Cost of Living in Miami page. It will help you get an idea of what your daily expenses might be compared to at home.

In terms of where to live, there are lots of great suburbs close to the CBD but aparetments in the most sought after areas are often in high demand and there can be long waiting lists.  I would suggest looking at places in Brickell, it is a nice cosmopolitan suburb close to the CBD and is suitable for young professionals.

Have a look at this page on Areas and Suburbs in Miami to get a better idea of the different neighbourhoods and see which is best for you.

Good luck with the move to Miami. 

I think you can also look for apartments close in the Mid-town area. There are some nice new aprtment buildings, and you can find a nice apartment for a decint price. I leave in Miami for 17 years, and I think that you will need to own a car. The public transportation is bad. nighlife in Miami is great. You can go to South Beach, and everywere in Mid-Town areas. Good luck