Jacksonville · Amelia Island · North Florida
Moving to Jacksonville or Amelia Island? Get the honest version first.
Neighborhood guides, real costs, insurance and flood zones, explained in plain English. I’m making the move myself, and I’m sharing what I learn.
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Three questions everyone asks before moving to Northeast Florida.
Which area fits you?
Beach town, new community or city neighborhood. How the areas really differ.
Compare areas →What does it really cost?
Taxes, homestead, HOA and CDD fees, and what changes when you move from another state.
See the costs →Insurance & flood zones
How to check any home's flood zone and get an insurance quote before you make an offer.
Learn how →
Areas
Guides to each part of Northeast Florida, starting north of the city.
- [Photo]Amelia Island & Fernandina BeachRead the guide →
- [Photo]Yulee & WildlightComing soon
- [Photo]North JacksonvilleComing soon
- [Photo]Jacksonville BeachesComing soon
- [Photo]Nocatee & Ponte VedraComing soon
- [Photo]St. Johns CountyComing soon
The honest costs
The things that surprise people moving to Florida, explained before you buy.
- Homeowners insurance quotes
- Flood zones and flood insurance
- Property taxes and the homestead exemption
- HOA and CDD fees in new communities
- New construction: what to ask a builder
- Hurricane prep for new homeowners
Latest videos
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The Move Diary
I’m Rob Tucker, and I’m making this move too.
I’ve spent 25+ years in real estate in the Carolinas and Tennessee. I’m planning my own move to Northeast Florida in 2027, and this site is where I share what I learn: the good, the costly and the surprising.
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A free Facebook group for people planning the move. Ask anything.