Coral Gables, FL, United States

At just under 50,000 residents, Coral Gables is an affluent, Mediterranean-themed enclave that comes with a hefty price tag. The city's strict zoning and historic preservation efforts have created a beautiful, if rigid, community - but one that can feel like a bureaucratic headache for newcomers. With a tropical climate and a stone's throw from Miami, Coral Gables attracts the well-heeled seeking an urban escape, but its high costs and by-the-book character may not suit everyone.