$250 Apartment - $1,500 Monthly Budget - Beach Town in Mexico

Cindy and Fred live in a beach town in Mexico for $1,500 dollars per month.
And they live in a house they rent for $250 dollars per month.
In today’s video, they’ll give us a tour of their house and budget home makeover.
They’ll also tell us about the cost of living in Mexico, about the weather, and about safety. And my friend Natalia will give us a tour of a 3-bedroom rental home in the beach town of La Crucecita,
Huatulco, Mexico

Key Moments:
00:00 Video Overview
00:36 Living in La Crucecita, Huatulco
01:26 Home Tour and Cost of Living in Mexico
03:06 Food Budget in Mexico
04:55 Budget Home Makeover
06:05 Bathroom Makeover and Renovation
06:32 Is Mexico Safe? Safety in Huatulco
07:15 Huatulco and La Crucecita downtown
07:56 Huatulco Bays, Bahías de Huatulco
09:28 Transportation in Huatulco
10:28 Weather in Huatulco, Mexico
11:27 Do you need to know Spanish in Huatulco
11:52 Beach Home Tour in Huatulco, Mexico
14:55 How to get a Good Rental in Mexico
15:28 Home Rental Costs in Huatulco, Mexico
16:38 Residency in Mexico
17:28 Adjusting to Living in Mexico

Helpful Links:
Natalia Alvarez Helps people locate homes and get established in Mexico:

[tinamexico]

Because of Cindy and Fred's you tube videos, I decided to make Haultulco home. I'm going on 4 years here...its safe and my health has improved dramatically.

[guyfawkes]

Just a friendly reminder: When retirees from the USA pay high rents for housing in Mexico, it drives up prices for everyone. This makes it difficult for local residents, who usually have lower incomes, to afford housing. Please consider how your rent payments impact the local community and try to negotiate fair rents. Your understanding and consideration can make a big difference!

[monycarrera]

i love how you expressed about my country, im so happy that foreign people appreciate our country and are happy living here

[deemcduffie]

I’ve been agonizing over which city to move to in Mexico… this video helped me decide!!!
I’m getting off the American “hamster wheel”… I’m 66, single and ready to live a beautiful life among beautiful sweet people! with just my early Social Security. Thank you for all the great info!!

[jfrickerii]

Summary: In this video, Cindy and Fred live in a beach town in Mexico for $1500 per month, renting a house for $250 per month. They give a tour of their house and discuss their budget home makeover, the cost of living in Mexico, the weather, safety, and their friend Natalia gives a tour of a three-bedroom rental home in the beach town of La Crucesita, Huatulco, Mexico.

Cindy and Fred have been living in Mexico for 25 years and 5 years, respectively. They rehabbed their rental house, adding a new kitchen, dining area, living room, and more. Their monthly budget, excluding food, is $1050. This includes two internet services, housekeeping, car maintenance, purified water, electricity (including air conditioning), and more. They spend 10, 000 pesos ($500) on healthy food, including fresh fruits, vegetables, and fish.

The area they live in is safe and has a low crime rate. Huatulco is known for its nine bays, 36 beaches, whale-watching, turtle releases, and more. The city has purified water and is eco-friendly, with many natural reserves.

For transportation, Cindy and Fred use ATVs and walk, as everything is close in their town. A nearby rental home in a safe residential neighborhood costs 15, 000 pesos per month, including internet but not utilities. The area has local restaurants, taxis, and is a short walk to the beach and downtown.

In Huatulco, rental prices vary depending on the season and the type of home. A house with a swimming pool can cost around 35, 000 pesos per month, while a two-story unfurnished house can cost 7, 000 to 8, 000 pesos per month. Condominiums are also available for around $84, 000.

Cindy and Fred also share some information about obtaining residency in Mexico and their experience living in the country. Overall, they are very happy living in Mexico and appreciate the acceptance and kindness of the local people.

[noremu]

I love this lady....very positive and no ego at all!!! This is the reason she looks healthy and smart....she is advising not go there to presum... just get there and relax and live a healthy and simple life as we all are here for!!!

[marieblyden]

This is so wonderful to see that older people can retire very comfortably on their pension and social security. I would buy a small house so I wouldn't have to pay rent every month. This couple has found their niche and seems to be very happy in Mexico. Good luck to them.

[giovannicarreoncota]

Now this is the kind of expats we adore and like. Realistic, easygoing and nice!!!

[YogaBlissDance]

She needs to be hired by the town, for marketing and tourism! OMG at the end when she speaks in Spanish about not being judged by Mexican's so charming.

[Jay_babee]

shes so passionate when is talking about their lives there, just lovely 💕

[otreborfashionscene]

Am not from Mexico am from El salvador. Visit Mexico all the time, love their people, most friendly country in the world!

[Kiwiwanderer]

Omg I love this woman!! She is brilliant, intelligent, witty, kind, energetic ! Fred keep her safe she is a gem!!

[timryan]

This lady must have some great local contacts and a very strong second language to secure the work and materials as stated in this video. Kudos to her!

[threedawgz]

This couple had the most amount of great information from all the videos I have seen. Thank you Cindy!

[justiceforall]

I love Fred and Cindy. They are one of the first Youtubers i subscribed to regarding retiring in Mexico.❤️

[SoldouttotheTruth]

A very beautiful country. With Beautiful People. I ❤ Mexico!

[israelramos]

I've been there twice. It's an incredible place. There are beautiful waterfalls with Caribbean blue water not far from there. You can get a 2 hour spa with 1 hour massage for $30.

[linb]

I’m an American and have been to Huatulco. It is absolutely beautiful and the people are so nice and respectful of everyone. We really enjoyed our stay. I have been to many places in Mexico (absolutely love it). Huatulco…..l could definitely live there! If you haven’t been, please go. Enjoy your stay and be respectful.

[S]

I miss you guys I am so glad you two are doing well and still enjoying your life in Mexico 🇲🇽 ❤️

[romeosira]

I love huatulco! It's one of the best places I've visited. It's a hidden gem. Not a lot of tourists. Great, delicious food and the waterfalls are amazing!