South Florida Miami-Dade County

Best Moving Companies in Homestead, FL

Homestead is the gateway to the Florida Keys — if you're moving along US1 toward Key Largo, confirm your mover has experience with Keys access and restrictions.

Population

80,000

city proper

Avg 1BR Rent

$1,700/mo

city median

Interstate Move

$2,300–$5,800

avg 3BR cost

Cost of Living

102

index (US=100)

About Homestead

Hurricane Andrew destroyed most of Homestead in 1992 — much of the housing stock was rebuilt in the mid-1990s, making it one of the most structurally modern cities in Florida.

Moving Costs from Homestead

Within Florida

$700–$2,400

3-bedroom, full-service

Interstate Move

$2,300–$5,800

3-bedroom, full-service

Home Size Within FL Interstate
Studio / 1 BR $350–$1,200 $1,265–$3,190
2 Bedroom $525–$1,800 $1,840–$4,640
3 Bedroom $700–$2,400 $2,300–$5,800
4+ Bedroom $980–$3,360 $3,335–$8,410

Homestead Neighborhoods

Average rents and vibes for people relocating to Homestead.

Naranja Affordable / Working-class

Affordable unincorporated neighborhood just north of Homestead proper.

$1,500

avg/mo 1BR

Leisure City Mixed / Growing

Growing residential area with newer apartment complexes and retail.

$1,600

avg/mo 1BR

Florida City Rural / Gateway

Entry point to Everglades National Park and the Keys, small-town feel.

$1,400

avg/mo 1BR

Best Time to Move from Homestead

October–April. Hurricane risk is higher in Homestead due to its southern exposure — Andrew made landfall here in 1992.

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Homestead Quick Facts

County
Miami-Dade County
Region
South Florida
Population
80,000
Median Income
$52,000
Avg 1BR Rent
$1,700/mo
Cost of Living
102 (US avg = 100)
Sunshine Hours
3,050/year

Where Homestead Residents Move

  • → Miami
  • → Fort Lauderdale
  • → Naples