Moving you from
New York to Orlando, FL
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Experienced in moving you from NY to Orlando, FL
Experienced in moving you from NY to Orlando, FL
Leaving the Big Apple for Orlando will definitely be a change of pace, however you still have you experiencing the hustle and bustle of tourists in your new hometown (there’s millions of them each year).
But, you’ll be rewarded with copious amounts of sunshine, living in the “Theme Park Capital of the World” (including Walt Disney World, LEGOland, Universal Orlando, and Epcot to name a few), and a lower cost of living. “Orange” you glad you made the decision to move to Orlando?
As you make your plans to relocate, Piece of Cake Moving and Storage can help make your move to the City Beautiful an easy one. We regularly move New Yorkers to all the major parts of Orando and are experienced East Coast moving professionals. We’re ready to relocate families, students, professionals, and couples to Orlando. And we’ve got you covered from start to finish. From packing supplies and packing and unpacking services, real time tracking, and even storage space for the items you’re not ready to unpack — all so you don’t have to wait to get acquainted with your new home.
Moving you to Orlando and all of its neighborhoods and districts
Piece of Cake Moving and Storage moves people from New York and New Jersey to all localities within Orlando, including:
- Carver Shores
- Catalina
- Central Business District
- Clear Lake
- College Park
- Colonialtown Center
- Colonialtown North
- Colonialtown South
- Coytown
- Delaney Park
- Dover Estates
- Dover Shores East
- Dover Shores West
- Eagles Nest
- East Central Park
- Engelwood Park
- Florida Center
- Florida Center North
- Florida Central North
- Johnson Village
- Lake Davis Greenwood
- Lake Dot
- Lake Eola Heights
- Lake Formosa
- Lake Frederica
- Lake Nona Medical City
- Lake Nona Region
- Lake Underhill
- Lake Weldona
- LaVina
- Lawsona Fern Creek
- Lorna Doone
- Mills 50
- Monterey
- North Orange
- Orwin Manor
- Park lake Highland
- Parramore
- Rose Isle
- Signal Hill
- South Eola
- Spring Lake
- Thornton Park
- Washington Shores
Our top moving tips when moving to Orlando
Feelin’ hot, hot, hot! Or, at least warmer than New York on average. Orlando has a tropical climate with average highs just above 90 degrees Fahrenheit in July and the coldest average temp is around 49 degrees in January.
The rainy season is between June and September each year and winters are mild. On average though, you’ll be enjoying a breezy and warm 72 degrees. Over time, you may feel that any temps below that will make you reach for your parka once again!
You’ll be living and working with about 287,442 central Floridians in your new city as you adjust to the local climate.
But, before you slather on sunscreen and grab your place in line for the next theme park ride, check out a few must-knows before moving to Orlando:
- Cost of living: Taxes are a part of everyone’s lives… but residing in the state of Florida means you don’t have to worry about state income tax! As you’re factoring that into your take-home pay, you’ll be happy to know that many things cost less in Orlando as compared to New York City. In fact, rent is over 50% cheaper in Orlando, with the median monthly rent running about $1,169. Those who opt for homeownership and have a mortgage have a median monthly payment of $1,629. Trying out the cuisine du jour in Orlando will be about 33% less expensive than in the Big Apple — so make sure to order dessert, too. If you need to catch a ride there, public transit options are available in Orlando including the SunRail (at $3.75 round trip fare) and Lynx, offering bus and vanpool options (between $2.00 one-trip fare and $50 for a monthly pass). They may be good options to avoid traffic with the 68 million visitors the city sees every year.
- History and culture: An interesting note about Orlando is that the origin story of the city’s namesake is unclear. There are a few theories ranging from being named after a character in Shakespeare’s play “As You Like It” to the name of one of the military members who fought in the Seminole Wars. Could be a new fun pastime to discuss it with some of the fellow locals. Further discovering the history of the city may lead you to the Wells’Built House, a hotel-turned-museum that commemorates African American history in Orlando. If page-turning is a favorite pastime of yours, you may also visit the Jack Keroauc house. The author lived for a time in Orlando while he penned his book The Dharma Bums. You can also get your fill of the arts and sciences at the Orlando Museum of Art and the Orlando Science Center!
- Like a local: When you’re ready to begin acclimating to the City Beautiful, there may be a few places and events that would be worth checking out. Make a visit to the East End Market to peruse local shops and grab a taste of what your neighbors are eating, including a world-class ramen restaurant. Once you’ve had your fill, pop on over to Orlando Flea to see what the area artisans have crafted. After sunset on the second Thursday of each month, you and the whole family can enjoy a free outdoor movie with Popcorn Flicks in the Park. For those who find that Fests are best, Orlando’s got great offerings with the Orlando Film Fest and Orlando Chili Cookoff. And there’s no forgetting about you, #1 fans — ready yourself to root on the home teams including the Orlando Magic NBA team, the Orlando Solar Bears ice hockey team, and the Orlando City Soccer Club.
- The Other Parks (and Recreation): If the theme parks aren’t your jam or you need a break from all the rides, you can take some time to enjoy the other parks in the area. There’s over 100 of them in Orlando alone, so you’re bound to find a few you’ll enjoy. Tree huggers can wrap their arms around the city’s oldest tree — between 350 and 400 years old — at Big Tree Park. Or, head on over to Colonel Joe Kittinger Park, where you’ll find a refurbished F-4 Phantom aircraft from the Vietnam war… along with a playground, of course. If you’re hoping to head out of town for a short jaunt, you may make your way over to the Orlando Wetlands (actually located in Christmas, FL), a man-made park designed to treat reclaimed water. Beyond this functional purpose, it’s a place to catch a glimpse of wildlife, do some horseback riding, and take guided tours of the grounds.
- Industries in the City Beautiful: Service industry is the biggest in hiring in the area. It’s no surprise, as Travel and Tourism are some of the key industries in Orlando. Others include digital media and modeling, simulation, and training for aerospace, aviation, healthcare, entertainment, medical technology, homeland security, and more. Beyond the theme parks, some of the other larger companies that are headquartered in Orlando include AAA and Darden Restaurant Group (parent company to Olive Garden, Longhorn Steakhouse, and Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen). Siemens, Lockhead Martin, and Deloitte all have a regional office in the city as well.
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