Need logistical advice on moving out from those who've been there

I feel ready to move out, and now that I do, I feel anxious about doing it as soon as possible. But I don't want to make choices without thinking them through and make a mistake either. When dealing with a separation, in your opinion is it better to find a place you can easily afford so you can save $, or better to find a place you actually like to help with the inevitable depression? (Saw a rental online I loved, and several apartments that are just ok but about $150 per month cheaper). I have bills I need to pay off. I make decent money, not a ton. I moved to a town I would never have considered if my H didn't live here already. My current plan is to stay a year (I cannot file for divorce until a year of living separately in this state), and if he wants to get counseling and will pay for it (he does not work now, so he'd have to actually get a job for that to happen) I will go. Most likely I'll be leaving this area for somewhere else after the year is up- who knows where- I have no kids and am free to do pretty much whatever I want within my financial bounds. I would like to move my stuff out of his house gradually. Or is it better to get movers and get it over with in one shot? What has your experience been? Grateful for any input.

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