If you dream of living in a place where nearly every day is full of warm weather and sunshine, Central Florida may be the perfect place for you. Some people might only think of Orlando as a “magical” family vacation destination—and that is certainly true—but Central Florida offers a lot to year-round residents as well. Over 2 million people call Orlando and the surrounding cities home. Thousands of shimmering lakes and natural springs, historical towns and beautiful parks, and an abundance of things to do are just a few of the many reasons why millions are drawn to this desirable part of the state.
Employment in Central Florida
There is a steady demand for quality workers in Central Florida, especially within a thriving tourism industry that accounts for hundreds of thousands of jobs in hospitality, retail, dining, and more. The Florida’s state minimum wage is currently $10.00 per hour in 2022. The minimum wage applies to most employees, with limited exceptions. If you’re looking for employment in Central Florida, a good resource is www.cfec.org where career fairs, hiring events and job openings are promoted.
Orlando is a Major Travel Hub
Whether you travel often for business or pleasure, Orlando offers many public transportation options. One Stop Housing knows that affordable transportation is important to many of our residents, so that’s why our properties are located as close to bus stops as possible. Backlot Apartments in Kissimmee and Colonial Gardens Apartments in Orlando both have LYNX® bus stops right outside the entrance to the community.
There are three airports in Central Florida: Orlando International Airport, Orlando Executive Airport and Orlando Sanford International Airport. Furthermore, Amtrak runs trains through Orlando along with a number of bus lines providing transportation up and down the East Coast. Orlando’s central location also means short commutes to cruise lines anchored on either coast within about an hour and half drive.
Live a City or Rural Lifestyle
Living in Central Florida gives residents the best of both worlds when it comes to living the city life and having endless connections to breathtaking naturistic views. For starters, Orlando is an incredibly diverse area with a vibrant arts and culture community. The city provides endless entertainment and activity options, including The Orlando Museum of Arts, The Orlando Fringe Festival, the Orlando Repertory Theatre, The Zora Neal Hurston Festival, and much more. Additionally, Orlando’s metro area offers a number of notable shopping locations such as The Florida Mall, The Mall at Millenia and Waterford Lakes Town Center.
Aside from the urban city, Central Florida also has a strong connection to nature with a variety of parks and lakes in the area. A few stand out places to visit include the Harry P. Leu Gardens, the University of Central Florida Arboretum, Gatorland, the Tibet-Butler Reserve, and Central Florida Nature Adventures. Whether you prefer the city, the country, or a little bit of both, Central Florida has it all.
One Stop Housing Properties in Orlando and Kissimmee, Florida:
Backlot Apartments – Starting at $775/mo.
Enjoy a peaceful, welcoming community at the newly renovated Backlot Apartments in Kissimmee, Florida. This gated community includes 300 studio/efficiency apartments within 6 buildings. Residents especially love the number of amenities including on-site laundry facilities, swimming pool, restaurant space, community center, night guard and security cameras, on-site maintenance, on-site telemedicine center, and a private nature trail right behind the property.
Colonial Gardens Apartments – Starting at $750/mo.
Located on the western side of Orlando, Colonial Gardens Apartments is a newly renovated community of over 200 units, mostly consisting of studio/efficiency apartments and a limited quantity of 1-bedroom apartments. The community provides a number of amenities such as an outdoor pool, on-site laundry facility, community center and restaurant space, security cameras and night security, on-site property manager, and a full-time maintenance staff.
(*Rental prices listed are subject to change after the publication date of this article. Please contact the property manager for current rates and availability.)
Contact One Stop Housing for Affordable Housing in Central Florida
We understand that finding a quality place to live for good rates can be challenging in Florida. At One Stop Housing, our team works to provide clean, safe and affordable housing solutions to the general public. For over 15 years, our rental operation has helped bring workforce housing options across Central Florida and now also in Memphis, Tennessee. If you are on the hunt for your next port of call, we encourage you to contact our office today.