9 Cheapest Places to Live in Florida

8) Sebastian

Ideal for beach lovers, Sebastian offers residents some beaches that are lesser known to tourists. Median home prices average around $178,000 and the cost of living and crime rate is lower than the national average. For those looking to be near the beach in a safe town, Sebastian is a rare find. Located on the Indian River Lagoon on Florida’s east coast, the area is popular with local fishermen. It’s also home to the Mel Fisher’s Treasure Museum, where visitors can view treasures from a 1715 sunken vessel salvaged by Mel Fisher. Nature lovers enjoy Pelican Island National Wildlife Refuge, just off Orchid Island. They offer free tours from November through March. Skydiving, parasailing, and a variety of nightlife clubs and restaurants are other attractions enjoyed by residents. For those into fishing, the North Jetty at the Sebastian Inlet is known among locals as the premiere salt water fishing spot.