10 CHEAPEST 🌊OCEANFRONT RENTALS IN FLORIDA (West Coast Edition)

[@MichaelBordenaro]

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[@kargs5krun]

Suggest you have PayPal too; some folk (like me) dont "do" patreon post political shenanigans (defunds/blocks/etc.) they've done to groups/individs in past 4 yrs, needlessly. #justsaying

[@MichaelBordenaro]

That is a good idea! I never thought about putting PayPal in there. I will have to add it in on future vids👌

[@octzone]

St Petersburg, Tampa, Clearwater beach, Hillsborough. One of these areas I'm gonna live in 2 years from now. I gotta start my research. When that time comes and I tell my family I decided to move out of NY and live in the sunshine state, I know they're gonna be sad about it but hey, I was born and raised here and I need a change and watching your videos about Florida just intrigues me more and more to move there. I've originally had Texas, Arizona, California, and Florida in my mind where to move to but right now it's Florida.

[@MichaelBordenaro]

Those are all good choices as far as I'm concerned. I got you covered next week. I have a video coming out about leaving your family behind and starting over. And since you and others have asked for it, I made the video from my own experience doing this. Hopefully that will help. Happy to hear the videos are getting you excited about the move!

[@randomaccount3885]

Make one video best rental for vication

[@donnalowe5791]

$1500 a month on the beach in Ft. Walton Beach is amazing!! My first trip to FL was Memorial Day weekend back in 1987, and we stayed at a condo in Ft. Walton Beach/Destin area. I fell in love with the FL Gulf Coast, the second my eyes saw all the beautiful white sand dunes. Being from podunk mid Missouri, never having seen white sand b4, I first thought it was snow, lol!! Over the years I made several visits back to the Gulf and kept going further south down the coast each visit, until I discovered Ft. Myers Beach and I was hooked. There's something almost sacred about walking along that beach in the moonlight. I've heard some people complain about Ft. Myers Beach, but I don't have a clue what they're complaining about. I mean, wth is there to complain about with a beach town that has a small town feel to it, and a white sandy beach & turquoise waters directly out your back door?? Then again, I always went there after the tourist season, so it was pretty quiet all in all. I'd imagine during spring break, it might not be so quaint.😜 Sorry to ramble on so, but I really appreciate your videos and wanted to say a special thanks for the trip down memory lane! Much love & good favor from Mid MO ❤️🍀🌴🏖️👙🕶️👣🏝️. PS if it's possible, it'd be nice to see you do some vids on beach front single rooms or condos for a week or so. Just a thought. Thx again!!🌴🌞

[@MichaelBordenaro]

Thanks for sharing your story and I am glad Florida has lots of good memories for you😊. I have seen all kinds of complaints by now in the comments about different things here in FL, but I think its people mostly just seeing all the bad and overlooking the good. I will keep your idea in mind, thanks for the suggestion

[@BarefootVlogger]

This just solidifies how great Florida is to move to, so many choices! West coast is beautiful too, actually thought hard about it before coming back to Boca but the family's here so it made my decision for me. Clearwater is so nice and St. Pete a lot of fun. Nice to know we can just head over the alley and be there in no time! Good list Michael!

[@MichaelBordenaro]

Absolutely agree, many great choices on both coasts. Lucky you have some family here! I know that was a struggle for me moving here and some of my viewers. And it is just a couple hours away which is cool! We are definitely lucky to call Florida home 😊

[@floridalivingisthebest]

Michael thank you for this and your east coast videos, very informative! Fun fact: the entire upper west side of Florida (from Dunedin up to the panhandle curve) is what is called a mangrove coast, i.e. no beach, maybe a strip of sand and grass, calm water and no ocean waves. It's like living on a lakefront and not the ocean. As someone from Myrtle Beach, SC, I was surprised to discover this about west FL. So don't move to this area of FL if you want a real beach and a real ocean. The Lowcountry of SC is similar with mangrove areas, and not the wide real beach of Myrtle Beach, for example.

[@MichaelBordenaro]

You're welcome, thanks for watching! Yes that is so interesting about that strip of land. I did not know it was full of mangroves, so I guess that makes sense why there are no beaches.

[@frasemcleod8431]

Thanks for the videos 👍. Excited for this self isolation to be over and see more adventures!

[@MichaelBordenaro]

You're welcome Frase, me too!!

[@mstyles2667]

That one on the natural beach is super cool. Unique for sure.

[@MichaelBordenaro]

Yes I think so too! Was definitely the coolest option 👌 Although, I think I would be afraid to get into that water. It looked pretty murkey lol

[@mstyles2667]

lol it sure did

[@baby_unc470]

Your videos rock sir. I watch you everyday

[@MichaelBordenaro]

That's awesome, thank you very much!

[@jamesstevens2591]

When booking a place for the Summer or Fall on the West Coast, you might want to put a provision on your lease or contract to get out of the contract should the dreaded red tide occur. Red tide is an algae bloom. It makes the air quality at the beach completely intolerable. You can’t stand to be outside and the water is toxic. Just a heads up.

[@MichaelBordenaro]

Good point! If the owner accepts it, absolutely put that clause in the lease👍

[@ceciliaegues3807]

How long could last that phenomenon?

[@jamesstevens2591]

Cecilia Egues: It could last one week or the whole Summer. A couple of years ago it lasted the whole Summer with some short breaks. This year, so far, it hasn’t occurred at all. Impossible to predict.

[@ceciliaegues3807]

@@jamesstevens2591 thank you! I'm close to retire.

[@AmericanConstellation]

This was fun to watch and reminiscence about the good ole days. I'd hate to see what those rents are now.

[@MichaelBordenaro]

I know! How fast thing have changed in just a couple of years. Glad its here on KZbin for history purposes 😆

[@jordanmartinez2432]

Nice guitar rig, by the way!!!!

[@MichaelBordenaro]

Thank you!!🤟

[@mydogky]

wow I live in the uk those rents are expensive dont people over there worry about living practically on sand with the worry of flooding and sink holes not forgetting the hurricanes give me a stable foundation flood free any day

[@TomBTerrific]

You’re not talking about issues that are relevant. Then being from England you don’t get it. I’m always amazed by how many British live in council houses? Very different than here.

[@tomjones2348]

I just found you now. Wow. Excellent. We live near Sebastian Inlet, and the rental prices are crazy.

[@MichaelBordenaro]

Awesome, glad you found me! I haven't been to that area yet, but I look forward to exploring more of FL once the virus crap is done!

[@InHomeOutDoors]

Hey sorry me again. Yeah I forgot to mention Sarasota. To my understanding it is one of the few counties in florida or in really many states that one can build a tiny home. I learned about this years ago and said watch that is going to be a hot spot for young families and people.

[@MichaelBordenaro]

I probably didn't find any beach pads available near Sarasota for the criteria

[@yasmaniaguiar8221]

How's your week Michael? Can you please do a video on studio and 1 bedroom apartments? for us single peeps haha

[@MichaelBordenaro]

My week was good how about you Yasmani? Thanks for asking😀 I think I can make that happen. You are not the first one to request it, so it's on my list👌

[@yasmaniaguiar8221]

@@MichaelBordenaro getting ready to head back home to Baltimore soon and trying to stick to a good schedule for high motivation and discipline. I'm finding it hard though lol. And sounds great man, I look forward to it!

[@MichaelBordenaro]

@@yasmaniaguiar8221 Check out my video from yesterday! It might help you stay motivated once you get back to Baltimore👌

[@alison2161]

Hell yes

[@audiobook3837]

I remembered Panama City from the Air Force days so I thought I'd drive down and scope it out for a place to live in Florida. I gotta say, I was a little disappointed. Alot of franchise, some big box stores, some touristy stuff. Not alot of character in my opinion. Just sharing...

[@MichaelBordenaro]

I havent been to panama city yet, so I wouldn't know. Thanks for sharing

[@rogerbeaird5742]

Dude I remember your moving bto Florida buying a truck at the airport ...nice lol👍🤣😂😆😂😆😂

[@debbiekorchan6516]

You should have checked spring hill!

[@ThePeggyBuchanan]

Thank you! I am thinking about moving to Sarasota! Glad it’s not an old folks beach lol

[@MichaelBordenaro]

The area is becoming younger so hopefully you'll like it!

[@seeleygirl6178]

Hey, the old folks pay the high taxes and keep the beaches clean.

[@robs5870]

Another good video on oceanfront rentals Michael. It actually seems to me that there are better deals and nicer oceanfront rentals on the eastern side for the money. Just a suggestion, maybe you can do some videos on towns or neighborhoods in south fla.

[@MichaelBordenaro]

Thank you Rob! Yes I think so too. I was surprised to see that we have better deals here on the East Coast. I have been thinking about showcasing some different cities in South Florida. Waiting to see if the audience really wants to see that. I always appreciate suggestions and always keep them coming👌If you have any places in particular you are thinking, let me know!

[@jayj3990]

@@MichaelBordenaro as long as there not to expensive & the beach is good, I look at all of them, I'm 70 want to move but !!!! oh well I'll just keep watching your video's very beautiful !!

[@MichaelBordenaro]

@@jayj3990 There are plenty of great affordable options down here and honestly a lot of nice places to live. Thanks for watching the videos and supporting the channel 😀

[@jayj3990]

@@MichaelBordenaro your welcome !!

[@rjfjdjfjrjdjdjrj8571]

As a native Floridian we all hate snowbirds passionately please pick somewhere new- Florida

[@Delores999]

I like this.

[@MichaelBordenaro]

Cool! Lots more for you to check out when you fee like😉

[@grapejilly52569]

Awesome just found the west coast video ty

[@MichaelBordenaro]

Great! Hope you get some value from it Jill 😀

[@skimber79esf]

Thank you Michael.

[@MichaelBordenaro]

You're welcome!!

[@DanDascalescu-dandv]

Thanks for the video! Can you share why you don't like it if a place has carpeting?

[@MichaelBordenaro]

No problem! I actually don't mind carpet, but in FL its tough because its very hot here, and carpet makes it hotter and also it traps sand and if you go to the beach a lot like me, your dragging it in. But it's not just me, most of my clients over the years despise carpet.

[@johna5428]

Any updates on vacation rentals for southern Florida last two weeks of February 2024

[@marcovarela6702]

I guess that’s how it got its name Clearwater, because the water is clear🤔

[@MichaelBordenaro]

It certainly was not clear when I visited! But I still like the area and even the best beaches have their bad days. I would know, I have lived on the ocean for 12 years.

[@kargs5krun]

@@MichaelBordenaro Correct!!! Which makes us appreciate all the more, those "Turquoise ocean" days. 😎

[@MichaelBordenaro]

@@kargs5krun It certainly does 👌

[@soniadowney7427]

Have you done a video of ocean front hotels to rent for vacation...that's what I want to know

[@MichaelBordenaro]

No I havent, but its an interesting idea

[@2104T34]

Anything for weekly rentals on the beach with furniture?

[@MichaelBordenaro]

I'm sure there is, your best bet to find something like that is airbnb

[@markfromcanada37]

trying to find a rental in naples 3000 a month budget;any advise on finding a place?not having any luck(vrbo)feb15 to april 15

[@MichaelBordenaro]

I would also check airbnb and apartments.com as well as if you have extra time, comb through zillow and read the descriptions of what is available in your price range and see if they are offering it for seasonal

[@markfromcanada37]

@@MichaelBordenaro thanks for your advice;seasons greetings

[@strangeanimal490]

I don't care about the beach, playing golf or tourist attractions at all. I want to go fishing a few months a year. Any suggestion anyone ?

[@MichaelBordenaro]

Visit Tarpon springs for a few months, and just fish every day!

[@strangeanimal490]

Thanks, will do brother@@MichaelBordenaro

[@thejuiceup1138]

Prices may have doubled (unfortunately) since this video was made!

[@liz.217]

Im surprised you found any ocean front rentals on Florida's west coast. Thought the gulf would be in the way 😜.

[@MichaelBordenaro]

Haha good one, technically its still a part of one big ocean though 😉

[@ceciliaegues3807]

The more I see your videos, the more I'm looking forward to relocate to Florida. I this video you can see Spring Hill! Do you know more about it? I read that houses are not so expensive due to the sinkholes...!!

[@MichaelBordenaro]

That is really cool! Don't know much about Spring Hill but I plan on making a sinkhole video in the near future

[@ceciliaegues3807]

@@MichaelBordenaro it would be very much appreciated!!! Thanks!

[@MichaelBordenaro]

@@ceciliaegues3807 Excellent, stay tuned!

[@ceciliaegues3807]

I found a house for $145,000 in Spring hill

[@MichaelBordenaro]

@@ceciliaegues3807 Nice find! I think you will enjoy tomorrow's video, all about houses near the beach in that price range👍

[@jdhjimbo]

You hit upon a few things with your west coast search - beachfront is pricey anywhere in America! The west coast of FL is cheaper, but you need to go in a block or more. I drove from New Orleans all the way to Dunedin (Clearwater Beach area) once, years ago, so I know that north of about Pasco County until you reach Panama City, Destin, Pensacola, it is not your typical FL coastline - no sand, and the towns are not much either. My brother always liked Marco Island, since he is a beach (not city) person, but his wife liked that Miami/FLL were more accessible from there than places further north (for culture and variety). I am not sure why Venice would be so pricey, as Sarasota, Bradenton, Clearwater and St Pete are all more desirable, if you ask me. Ft Myers and Cape Coral are nice areas, but maybe nothing in that price range ON the beach. I have a friend, and she has a condo near the beach at Ft Myers Beach that is considerably less, but again, it is NEAR, not ON, which suits her just fine. The other factor equalizing beachfront costs between the coasts is that the west coast has some mid-rises, but not the row after row of high-rises like the Atlantic coast, so there are fewer premium units available. Ponte Vedra, the area east of Jacksonville has some beautiful beach units, but again, not high-rises, so I think prices are high. Another friend's parents had 2 units at Sawgrass (close, but not ON the beach, and rented one out and lived in the other, but one visit in Jan or Feb, I found it a bit too cool for a FL vacation). That can also be true of the Panhandle. I stayed over Thanksgiving weekend (was living in ATL at the time), and it was 80 at the FL-FSU game in Tallahassee on Saturday, but snow flurries on Sunday night at Destin - nothing stuck, but it was cold at night for a FL beach. Another good video, Michael!

[@MichaelBordenaro]

Yes the prices rise significantly and the options dwindle in the lower price points when we're talking right on the ocean. I think Venice is expensive because it's a very popular retirement destination. Thanks for your input Jim! its' nice to hear from people that know FL.

[@jdhjimbo]

@@MichaelBordenaro Perhaps people would be interested in similar comparisons between the coasts with rentals within, say 2-4 blocks, of the ocean. The east coast has many nice sunset views of the Intracoastal from units still pretty close to the ocean, so I think that is also a very attractive combo. I love the sound of the ocean - especially for sleeping - so always looked for overnight accommodations right at the ocean's edge, even if the hotel was not really luxury. My aunt & uncle owned a timeshare at Canada House in Pompano, and they loved it. They owned 4 weeks, but usually stayed for 2 and either sold the others each year, or traded for another location on a trip to CA or AZ, where they had family. As for Venice, I know it is desirable for retirees, but I think the beach at Siesta Key (Sarasota), Clearwater, or Pas-a-Grille (St Pete) are better, and lots more close by. Sarasota is THE nicest town on the Gulf Coast, and close enough to Tampa for airport, sports teams, big concerts, etc. Check out the Don Cesar at Pass-a-Grille Beach the next time you get to that area. Great place to take a date for dinner & drinks right on the water, or to stay at the hotel.

[@MichaelBordenaro]

@@jdhjimbo now that I've done a couple of these videos showing what you can buy on both coasts with houses condos and some rentals I plan on doing some more because there's no people are interested in that.Thanks for the restaurant recommendation I will write it down for next time I am out near Sarasota 👌

[@jdhjimbo]

@@MichaelBordenaro Pass-a-Grille Beach is St. Pete, as my wording might have been confusing, as I was talking about Sarasota right before that. Siesta Key and Lido Beach are the nice beaches in Sarasota, while Pass-a-Grille is St Petersburg. Anna Marie and Sanibel Islands (both connected via causeway to the mainland) are worth a visit in that Bradenton-Longboat Key-Sarasota area.

[@MichaelBordenaro]

@@jdhjimbo Thank you for clarifying Jim, I'll definitely check it out next time I'm over that way

[@ksmith2852]

You should update the recommendations that you made 3 years ago. I wonder how things have changed now in 2023.

[@johhpeter7721]

What time of year are we talking about

[@MichaelBordenaro]

These are all yearly rentals none of them are seasonal. So this applies to any time of the year

[@jenniferestwin5814]

Can you do a video about the Florida Keys

[@MichaelBordenaro]

Eventually I will next time I go down there

[@jenniferestwin5814]

@@MichaelBordenaro thank you 😊

[@BrianTakita]

Watch on 2x speed

[@Dink1963]

Need your help buying first condo on east coast south Florida 818 credit score - but when is the crash coming?

[@Lawrence_of_Asia]

We have an Airbnb in Destin, if You want to come stay, private condo in the beach, I can give You a discount, possibly free with a shout out and posting a link... 🙏

[@MichaelBordenaro]

That might be pretty cool actually, I plan on passing through that area on my upcoming trip around Florida!

[@janetizzo8186]

Well $2400 a month is a great price however, by the time you pay taxes and Florida costs for vacationers, it is ALOT more money! Just sayin.

[@MichaelBordenaro]

Not sure I follow what you mean. All these rentals are annual rentals. Some of them could double as seasonal, but were all available for annual rent at the time of making this video. As a renter, you don't pay taxes on the rent, unless its a short term rental less than 6 months

[@monkusbee]

Not cheap! Thailand bound for me!

[@audiobook3837]

Now your talking

[@TomBTerrific]

Not as friendly as it use to be. Also visa issues can be a pain.

[@pvalentin214]

Cape coral is very affordable

[@MichaelBordenaro]

yes it is and its a pretty decent area

[@pvalentin214]

It is . I have a condo there lol . I'm looking to move to Miami i like it better

[@MichaelBordenaro]

THE CAVE CIGAR LOUNGE nice! I don’t blame you Cape Coral is nice but not a whole lot going on. Miami is always pumping 👌

[@pvalentin214]

Cape coral is way to slow. I really don't use the apt but 2xs a year . Once I sell my business I'm out

[@Happybidr]

“A lot of younger people are moving there.” = cheap apartments, duh.

[@bencole5012]

Mike is this still for sale in Miami Beach?6855 Abbott Ave APT 302, Miami Beach, FL 33141

[@MichaelBordenaro]

Hi Robert, it looks like it is still available according to my MLS

[@bencole5012]

@@MichaelBordenaro You think is good location price for?

[@MichaelBordenaro]

@@bencole5012 Its not bad, its not my favorite building in the area, and that balcony overlooks harding, so there is a lot of traffic there all the time. But location is very good. 1 Block t the beach and publix, bars restaurants etc

[@darlenepratt3967]

2400 a month for a small apt is not low cost

[@MichaelBordenaro]

It is when you're on the beach!

[@AdamGbl95]

$2500/mo is affordable.....? 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@MichaelBordenaro]

Living beachside, absolutely

[@Happybidr]

Frankly, it’s guys you who overwhelmingly are the ones who put this kind of furniture in your apartment or house. I would bet without any fear of losing that at least 95% of you put leather (real or fake) living room furniture in your home. Ugh! And your furniture will almost certainly be brown, beige or black leather sofas and chairs. *cringe*