Have you visited a retirement community in Mexico that you think could be the place of your dreams? Perhaps Puerto Vallarta on the Pacific coast, perhaps Cancun on the Yucatan peninsula? If she’s envisioned her dream home but knows it’s out of her budget, one solution is to plan ahead, buy some land, and build that house exactly the way she likes it.

While land in these two locations is best purchased beachfront (directly on the beach, demand is high, supply is limited, and therefore prices are quite high), within walking distance of the beach you can buy a decent sized lot. for a reasonable price.

Puerto Vallarta land, for example, can be found for as little as $75,000 USD. Whether on a hillside overlooking the bay, or in a newly developing community, affordable lots can be found within walking distance of many amenities. In new areas, many new services may be on the way by the time you retire.

Land in Cancun in good locations is a little less common, but is nonetheless available at good prices. An example is the newer developments on the outskirts of the city, towards the airport or Isla Mujeres on the other side. Prices are reasonable, and again, although many new services are appearing in these areas, a short drive will take you to the great shopping malls of the hotel zone and the convenient stores of downtown.

In any area, a spacious, well-constructed home with a custom design can be built around the $100,000 mark. For around $200,000 USD (after a few other small expenses) you can be ready to retire in your dream home.

If you’re looking for a lower price range, other areas that are just beginning to grow as prime tourist destinations offer even lower prices on good lots. Contact a qualified and experienced agent to help you find the area and property where you can build the home you want for retirement.

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