Best Area to Live (for single guy in 30s)

[gixxer1000]

Originally Posted by WonderfulAlex

Ideally under $2500 for rent. Now that I'm looking at Brickell condos, the list price is at $750k but the HOAs are very high, often over $1k. I probably would need to adjust my range down.

I second not ruling out Brickell. I've lived in Brickell and the Roads (single family neighborhood just outside Brickell) for about 15 years. Since you haven't estabished where you are going to work the central location helps no matter where you end up working.

For example I've worked as far north as Aventura to as far south as Kendall and being in a central location as always limited my commute. You're pretty much always driving against the heavy traffic. Whereas if you live in Coconut Grove and get a job north of Downtown you're going to be sitting in traffic alot.

[WonderfulAlex]

Originally Posted by gixxer1000

I second not ruling out Brickell. I've lived in Brickell and the Roads (single family neighborhood just outside Brickell) for about 15 years. Since you haven't estabished where you are going to work the central location helps no matter where you end up working.

For example I've worked as far north as Aventura to as far south as Kendall and being in a central location as always limited my commute. You're pretty much always driving against the heavy traffic. Whereas if you live in Coconut Grove and get a job north of Downtown you're going to be sitting in traffic alot.

Yeah, the job situation is tricky. Very risky to move there without a job lined up. I'm not sure the best way to pull this off. Applying for jobs is tough in this economy.

[kbtoy7891]

Originally Posted by WonderfulAlex

Yeah, the job situation is tricky. Very risky to move there without a job lined up. I'm not sure the best way to pull this off. Applying for jobs is tough in this economy.

When you say “utility/energy industry, what exactly do you mean? Line crew? Electrician? Designer/Engineer?

[MiamiLIFE]

Originally Posted by WonderfulAlex

Hi everyone, I'm thinking of making a move to Miami and was hoping to get some advice from this group. About me: 37, single male, working in the energy/utility industry, and currently living in the San Francisco Bay Area. I am East Asian if that matters.

I was wondering if you could suggest where the best areas to live around Miami are. Some things that are important for me (in no particular order):
1. Cost of Living: Ideally, rent under $2500 a month, but willing to stretch it higher.
2. Dating
3. Proximity to healthy food and grocery stores
4. Gyms nearby
5. Safety
6. Cleanliness
7. Friendly locals
8. A home/apartment with good natural light (and AC of course)

I plan to visit for 3 weeks to get a feel for the city and see if this could be a good place to relocate long term. Unfortunately, I am still working for a company based in California and do not have a job lined up in Miami.
I also will not bring my car and was planning on using Uber for my trip.

I also have money saved for a down payment on a home. Could reasonably afford something in the ballpark of $750k.

Any tips, advice, and info would be much appreciated! Cheers.

I would suggest renting first and learn the vibes of each neighborhood before you decide to buy something. As far as renting, I suggest Midtown or Edgewater. Walkable, close to everything and lots of singles. I rented in Midtown for 2 years before buying. The Grove is too many families. Although it is walkable and very clean, it feels like the suburbs to me. Brickell is a bit "clicky" and a little too chaotic for me.

[C_negron]

Hi! I would say for a young professional like yourself, Brickell would be ideal, it has everything you want, also Mid-town. These two areas are full of young professionals, gyms all around, parks, supermarkets close by and nice healthy eateries. Please know I am a local realtor, and I would love to assist you as well. I will DM You. my information.

Have a wonderful Day!

Carie D. Negron