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Great views across the lake, but if you are wondering what those big white things are at the base of the mountains: that is the famous Mexican Driscoll's berry farm and they are tents above the crop. I didn't have a chance to visit on my last trip, but bought a lot of berries at the local farmer's market in Ajijic.

these rentals look so much better than what I see in the US now

Great video! My wife and I are new subscribers and planning to move to Ajijic/Chapala area in the next five years for retirement. We were there last year and rented north of the road above Ajijic. Looking forward to watching your past future posts! Thanks again

Not for nothing, but those rents are high. The last one was beautiful and large though. I suppose for what you get, mountain views, all new living space, that rent is reasonable? I pay $822 for a two bedroom two bath with everything included except cable and internet, in West Texas! I couldn't afford living in Mexico, or at least that town. They are charging expats high rents I think, but the views and spaces are beautiful and fully furnished. Thank you for the video.

@vitocorleone8323

Жыл бұрын

1,100 for the 1st one is crazy. I'm on the UES in Manhattan and pay 1,300 for a place that size. Central Park a short walk away. Sad to see Gringos causing prices to shoot up there.

such gorgeous views, clean, green, and quiet -- hard to find that in USA

a bit behind the times here, but in Ajijic just up the hill from the Walmart is the 2nd best fish tacos I've ever had in Mexico - at Lake Taco beside the car wash.

I would make sure that any home/apt. in San Juan Cosalá is out of the path of land slides/mud slides. That place is notorious for them. Many homes have been washed away because of that.

Hey Dave and Mary from Philly! I'm from Philly too! Fly Eagles fly!

Cool stuff!

this is a great deal

I'm interested in 1-bedroom places....in Ecuador. Possible to make a video for singles on a budget?!

@AmeliaAndJP

Жыл бұрын

We’ve only seen one place with one bedroom condos in Ecuador: Riva di Mare in Manta. And it’s expensive. Probably cheaper to rent a two bedroom someplace else. One bedrooms are not common in Latin America. They have big families and often multigenerational households.

@beldaadrovel2990

Жыл бұрын

I'm originally from Mexico and live in Arizona. My children are all grown now and I'm seriously considering moving back home but unfortunately all my family has disbursed and no longer together, some have passed away. Are there communities in areas of Mexico for 55 and over senior residents? Btw. I've been watching your videos from Ecuador. ❤️ 💙 love them but scared to move by myself to Ecuador

Great video! So informative...love Mexico..

Oh my good lordy lordy! JP you, Sir, are PUNCHING. Take very good care of her, appreciate her and treat her well at all costs. You are one VERY lucky fella.

Thanks to both of you for sharing honestly as always. You’re a beautiful couple Your videos are informative and unbiased . And you both speak Spanish well. Gracias

@AmeliaAndJP

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@jaliscoguanajuatotravelsan5679

Жыл бұрын

I’ve recommended those videos to others. Hope to see you both in Lakeside in the future. The rental videos are the best I’ve ever seen come out of Ajijic. And yes the 3rd was my favorite too. I’m single so I don’t have anyone to help with the rent. Please come back in the future. And call the Director of Lake Chapala Society.

In Chile it's a "calefont" as well.

thanks for this incrdible video, learned so much

@AmeliaAndJP

Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

The 3rd one was gorgeous. Just out of my budget. Lol.

Great video and choice. When you going beachside ? Aloha

The lake Chapala area is nice, but the prices have jumped up a lot. The landlords know they are selling to expats and have priced accordingly. It is still cheaper than the USA, but I think you can get better in other places.

@pedrozatravel

Жыл бұрын

Lol, just got farther into the video, some of those monthly rates are higher than my mortgage and I live in California.

@eddiechavez8456

Жыл бұрын

Ridiculous

@jamesrenaud592

Жыл бұрын

It's not unreasonable to assume that any building or development that is trying to compete on an international level to attract buyers from abroad whose wealth is in a different currency will price their homes and developments accordingly. This doesn't look like something an average local with an average salary earned in the local currency could ever afford.

@LTXsp

Жыл бұрын

I've followed that area for about 3 years and yes, prices seem to have doubled.

@madajuarez7073

Жыл бұрын

​@@LTXsphello! Any recommendations for another areas in Mexico but affordable. TIA

Definitely not more expensive than USA but when you say wildly popular, of course it’s going to be fairly pricey…

You guys are funny ( in a good way )!!!

i'm confused and must be watching their videos out of order. do they live in Ecuador or mexico? or are they just visiting mexico?

Still pretty cheap but I guess it depends on where you live in US. Out here you can rent a room from someone for the prices of the homes on this video.

Thanks for sharing this information. Are these long term rentals only or can you rent for a month at a time?

Very nice, however, not much in the way of kitchen cupboards in any of these rentals.

You pretty much need a car out there in San Juan Cosala, seriously.

hey, guys where is your link to the rental agent.

@AmeliaAndJP

Жыл бұрын

In the description.

Those rents seem high to me in my price bracket.

Hey Amelia and JP, did you guys leave Ecuador? I watch most of your videos to learn something about Ecuador. Did I miss something?

@AmeliaAndJP

Жыл бұрын

We didn't leave Ecuador, we just went on a trip to Mexico because it was such a highly requested country.

Great video as usual! Are you two leaving Ecuador?

@AmeliaAndJP

Жыл бұрын

Thanks! Absolutely not!

How much is rent? Thanks

@AmeliaAndJP

5 ай бұрын

This is an old video so they may be higher now, but we shared the rents in it.

I am confused. Are you guys moved to Mexico??

@AmeliaAndJP

Жыл бұрын

No, we're still living full-time in Ecuador :-)

am I missing the prices??

@AmeliaAndJP

Жыл бұрын

I guess so! We mention the price after each apartment. :-)

a friend who moved there said it now has a tax for $5000 per couple each for two years. Am trying to verify this info, no able to as of now....any info on a 'tax' on people moving to the area?

@AmeliaAndJP

Жыл бұрын

We have not heard anything about that. Could be a scam.

@missmayflower

11 ай бұрын

Nope.

are these rentals fully furnished? what about utilities?

@AmeliaAndJP

Жыл бұрын

Yes, they are furnished. The water is included-you pay the other utilities.

Hi. I am wondering why you are showing gated communities and not just private owners of houses ? Is it just xpats in commu ities? Not individual houses 4 rent?

@AmeliaAndJP

Жыл бұрын

We showed what the real estate agent had permission for us to film. Not all owners want their places filmed.

Try Puerto Rico ❤

Sorry but "quaint" is not combatible with high rise luxury condo buildings. The local shops and restaurants will soon be replaced by air conditioned malls and glass n chrome high-end stores, exactly the same as Miami, but cheaper.

@AmeliaAndJP

Жыл бұрын

Cozy is not the same as quaint.

I dream you will one day make a video about expats in Galapagos, here there are many expats of all ages. Especially Europeans.

Thank you for these because I’m thinking of moving there. What do retirees do with their free time. It seems like it would be boring there with little cultural activities going on.

@missmayflower

11 ай бұрын

Haha…there’s not enough time to do all the fun things. Go for a visit.

@sue3745

10 ай бұрын

There is the Lake Chapala Society that has activities and The American Legion in Chapala.

"we totally could live here" As predicted.

Wow, are you moving to Mexico now ? I thought that you are in Costa Rica.

@sinnombre3855

Жыл бұрын

🤦‍♂

@AmeliaAndJP

Жыл бұрын

We still live in Ecuador!

@tcb1017

Жыл бұрын

@@AmeliaAndJP Ok, so you guys was just there then visiting and did these videos. Nice units also I think that the unit or unit’s there with the balcony where there is that road in the front has been for sale for a long time at least since last year but nice unit’s for sure.

Are the rents for month to month or a year contract?

@AmeliaAndJP

Жыл бұрын

For a one year lease.

Cheers to laundry fetishes 🎉

Anyone planning to move to Mexico better get their permanent visas soon! In 2023, as I understand, required monthly income for a pensioner's visa will be $3000. Investment visa? $100,,000? Maybe not that high but close. All that kind of money most don't have tied up in a Mexican bank? Or just rent a vacation rental or live somewhere on the beach like they do in California.

Can I get a tiny one bedroom shack to rent so I can live a quiet retirement and walk to the market everyday and get fresh fruits? That would be my dream.

@AmeliaAndJP

Жыл бұрын

One bedrooms are hard to find in Latin America. They have large families and often multigenerational households. However, you can often rent one room with a local family and get a truly authentic experience. We have friends who have done that and love it. Plus, they learned Spanish really fast!

@EvaOwen

Жыл бұрын

@@AmeliaAndJP I lived in a home stay during my time in Guayaquil and it definitely helped me learn spoken Spanish. My rent included breakfast & lunch (the main meal of the day) with the family.

@JR0078

7 ай бұрын

Lately, Studios or Lofts have become popular, which can be small 1-bedroom units. In fact, I have one for rent in Puerto Vallarta, near the Marina where there are many areas to walk and shop, for only $1,100 dollars a month fully furnished! In case you find it interesting 😜

Those were lovely properties. Would you say Ecuador is cheaper as it relates to rental properties?

@AmeliaAndJP

Жыл бұрын

It depends on the area. Ajijic is one of the most expensive places in Mexico so if you compare it to the most expensive places in Ecuador like Manta or Cumbaya, the prices are similar. There are more affordable places in both countries.

Can you folks put a little *No we are not moving nor have we moved to Mexico* in one of your screen corners? This might cut down on 25% of the stupid comments, because, by gosh, after saying you are going to do some travelling for the last 50 or so videos over the last 6 months, who could have noticed? 🤣

@AmeliaAndJP

Жыл бұрын

Haha! Good idea! 😂

@proyectonuevo7487

Жыл бұрын

Hey, people ask and worry because in Ecuador they love them very much. I think that in Ecuador many would be sad if one day they go from Ecuador to another country to live... The Ecuadorian is affectionate with those who are kind to them. That's normal.

@natalias1212

Жыл бұрын

When people travel, they don't look for rentals

Add graphics at the bottom. Hard to track.

@AmeliaAndJP

Жыл бұрын

Graphics are at the end of each property.

How much is she paying you to advertise these overpriced rentals?