How to Find an Apartment in Mexico (Both Long and Short Term)

[@xiube6979]

I'm in Playa del Carmen - month 1 AirBnB. Walked around and found a place is which more suitable for almost 1/2 off for month 2. The internet here was intermittent so walked some more and found another place closer to the beach and better internet for month 3.

[@cathyplatin3906]

This was so helpful! I am spending about 5 months in Mexico starting in Mexico City and realize how much the fees on Air B&B have gone up; plus, also property companies can charge such high fees. Thank you for sharing this ! It was VERY helpful!

[@peterbedford2610]

Property managers and facebook marketplace. Walk the town looking for rent signs. Thank you

[@stevenedwards8651]

Great video! Appreciate you. I have spent months all over Mexico (mainly Airbnb) Oaxaca- Puerto Escondido, Mexico City-Polanco, Vera Cruz and all over the Yucatán peninsula. I am looking for long term (min 1 year) lease in either Mazatlan or Sayulita so this video is super informative. Gracias!! 🤗

[@ADONAIsays-so]

I had no idea you could search FB as you demonstrated! Thanks

[@kenttheboomer721]

I was in the middle of another video when I got this notification. Stopped immediately to watch this video. Great suggestions

[@laura-bronner]

Thanks so much, glad you found it helpful!

[@misstrcarter]

That was a great tip about messaging a property and even if they don't have what you are looking for, they may try to connect you to someone that does. I always hear youtubers say that they were connected to someone who had a rental but they never say how they got connected.

[@laura-bronner]

Hope it helps!

[@television1141]

Hi Laura I really enjoy your videos, from them it seems to me that your suggestions are reliable and personalized I don’t sense any “watch my video, because I want to benefit from it” or pretentious attitude I’m planning on moving to Mexico fairly soon and as a retired 73 yr old Canadian gentleman on my own I’ve been researching climate, safety, cost of living, city attractions, apartment rentals in Queretaro, San Miquel de Allende, Lake Chapal and Mazatlan for 3 months now Your videos help the process of elimination Thanks

[@chinkikira6992]

Hi.. the You fund your place in Mexico ? I read your comment, it was same what I have on mine !

[@frankmontez6853]

Yeah there are some cool climates to live in Mexico. For me now living in San Antonio Tx where is blistering hot 🥵. 110 F heat index currently.

[@PlanFree]

Excellent job. We have done your exact methods in many countries over the years. Sitting the ground after landing has been our best method to date. Good job! And thank you for taking the time to record, edit and share your knowledge with all of us. 👍 We'd love to know how long you've been on KZbin and what methods you used to grow your channel! 🙏

[@stevenedwards8651]

Great video. Good info. I have gotten around the “guarantor” by just renting month to month in Mexico City as well as Oaxaca. Cash is king in Mexico for sure! Cute dimples by the way. 🤭

[@mattferencevich7549]

Thanks for the video. Very Informative. Here in Xalapa, across from my gf theres 3 bedroom apartments with parking and a very nice park for $175 month. I asked what they needed and how long. It was monthly or yearly for the same rate. No references needed etc. My gf said you will never get the deposit back which was $175 also. My friend Sarah who is an expact here has a really nice 3-4 bedroom 2 bath house for maybe $300 month. There was no reference check needed either for her.

[@laura-bronner]

That’s great to know! Sounds very affordable there! Thanks for sharing 👍

[@dorianbelen]

Matt Ferencevich Xalapa Veracruz is a beautiful city with varied climates. But it looks like Swiss climates. But the best thing is that the sea is only 45 minutes away in the city of Veracruz. I lived there for many years. It also has the best coffee in the world in Coatepec. Renting in Mexico is very easy and cheap. When you discover how to escape from the international tourist traps. Xalapa, As it is a university city, One person alone, You can find rent for "pupilos" with food included up to 100 dollars a month. Is incredible

[@mattferencevich7549]

@@dorianbelen My gf went to that university for 5 or 6 years and you are correct on that. She said she was extremely lucky she got accepted not just 1 year but for as long as she did. She said the odds were like 1 in 10,000 or so.

[@cjmacq-vg8um]

how about driving u. s. cars in mexico? if i moved there would it be best for me to sell my american car or keep it? can i still receive my u. s. social security if i move to mexico? in the u. s. i'm being denied rentals although i can afford to pay because i don't make 3 times my rent in income! i also have a fairly substantial savings. could i just hop in my car, head for Puerto Vallarta, or some place and find a decent rental? so many questions. i need help. help me so i can live my life with dignity again!

[@dannitycane25]

Wow.

[@Becky_Cal]

Great info! Even for someone whose been traveling extensively to MX for over four years (and lived in CDMX in 2018), I learned a thing or two. Well done!

[@BangTaoBeach]

Great video. I'm planning on going to Zihuatanejo in September for 4 or 5 months. So I'm going to be looking for monthly rentals in the $400 to $500 USD price range. This si a helpful video. I just subscribed!

[@frankmontez6853]

Many videos say otherwise. Just 1 months rent as collateral and the first months rent .. I used to rent property in United States and that’s what I asked for

[@elisadelaurenti2516]

Great info! I'm not leaving to move to Mexico, but was curious how this is done. You present it very well. ❤

[@deborahquinette4569]

Great video 😊😊😊 I know you have been living in lots of beach towns lately and it’s been fun seeing them all thru your eyes . If you had to pick one to live in all year which one would you pick ?

[@mikichilcutt]

ohhh never thought of checking Facebook market place! Thank you for the info. Love your videos

[@kevmc8934]

THANK YOU! This is very significant information for me right now!

[@laura-bronner]

You're welcome, happy to help where I can!

[@JohannaEarthlyRamos]

Another great video. You've been really helpful to my husband and me as we navigate our desire to move to Mexico. Also, I heard a little rumor that you and the Backpacking Brunette were considering a collab.. 2 words: DO IT!

[@laura-bronner]

haha I would love to hang out with Alex again, she's great. Hopefully later this year!

[@DestinationRetirement]

Check out Mérida. I have a house that I may switch to long term rental.

[@sarahtara]

You explain this so well!! I am so excited to find a warm place to spend the winter! I was just in Puerto Vallarta and Sayulita and was thinking to hit the Caribbean side but wasn't sure if it was as safe for a woman traveling alone. Playa Del Carmen and Tulum? I am also on a budget and need either a co-working space within walking distance or high speed wifi! thoughts?

[@elpapotravels6436]

This video it's very informative right up my alley thank you for this information you provide.

[@theartesana]

Total Goals! Thank you for sharing your experience! ❣️✨

[@lorraineklemchuk387]

Thank you so much for your info and pointers. Sure do appreciate Your videos and positive approach to helping people. I look forward to finding an apartment and know Mexico will be a good new home from me. Thanks again - look forward to more of your videos. CHEERS Adious for now⚘

[@Marc-zp6uq]

Plan on moving to TJ in about two years once SS kicks in. My understanding is rent can be anywhere from 100 per month to 500 for a 1 bedroom.

[@martalopez582]

Thank you! I found your video very informative. I’m hoping to live Baja CA for about 3-6 months. Furnished apartment would be great! In Rosarito or La Paz in 2023

[@HuatulcoGuy]

I am just wondering if you ever feel the need to ask for proof that the person who you are renting the property from is the actual owner of the property? Not so much maybe if you are dealing with a legitimate property manager or realtor, but more so with a privately rented place? I just don't want to hand over first and last months rent and maybe a deposit to someone who does not even own the property only to find the legal owners showing up one night and throwing me out of their home.

[@cardiff1823]

You are smart to ask that question. So you should be fine. Keep your wits about you and keep a low profile. Trust your gut.

[@mamamichael2408]

@@cardiff1823 don't dress too web dress like and hungry man.. then u won't fall easily... don't pay most of the money tell them your money is on the way.. pay part and leave forward

[@CigarAttache]

Had a property manager, or a guy claiming to be the manager, ask for a full months rent deposit on a month to month lease! It’s a new building with new appliances & furniture, but the odds of getting that deposit back feel like slim to none! 😳🤣🤣🤣

[@iamhudsdent2759]

I had three recent long term rentals outside Puerto Vallarta. And I used agents to look at easily a dozen. No mention of this fiodor (sp?) thing. Never heard of it.

[@lupitacajero7185]

I am glad to hear that because I want to vacation in PV but have no fiador. To hear none is necessary is such a relief.

[@DavidDavid888]

Can you speak about the bed quality at the places you've rented in Mexico? I've been traveling around Mexico for a little over a year. I've stayed at Airbnbs for periods of 1-3 weeks. With only two exceptions, the beds have been awful--too firm/hard, poor-quality mattresses. I can deal with that on a shorter-term stay, but eventually I want to spend 2-3 months in the same place and that won't work. When you shop for rentals via Facebook Marketplace, Craigslist and with property managers, how do you gauge bed quality?

[@dennishassler605]

Yes, most beds seem a bit harder in Mexico, but that's never bothered me. I do provide some Airbnb's in Phx. Az. and always provide a high quality mattress. Some variances given the culture in other countries, but you've got to LOVE MEXICO.

[@anonymouse9833]

I’m just glad it’s not Vietnam where my hosts slept on flat wood platforms with a grass mat haha

[@danielgodoy1993]

Hola Laura, mi esposa y yo vimos un par de tus videos de La Paz y como encontrar apartamento, muy bueno, felicitaciones. Estamos interesados en saber un poco más de La Paz, vivimos en Los Ángeles California.

[@DawnCoxCounselling1]

Super helpful. Love the details. This is what I needed to know. Thank you so much.

[@melaniecoe9193]

Loved your video. We want to spend next January in To-dos Santos. Loved your house there. Could you put us in touch with your landlord? Thank you very much

[@kellybrown5073]

Thanks so much for your info regarding long term rentals - I had no idea you need a guarantor! I plan on moving to Puerto Morelos and have two dogs. Do you know if many places allow dogs at their rentals in Mexico? Thanks again, Kelly

[@mikesweeney2485]

Thanks for taking your time and sharing your knowledge with great tips and advice.

[@suzymail1000]

Thank you so much for all the valuable information. This video was very helpful. I heard through other KZbinrs that you have to make sure that you have an agreement with the landlord that they will pay for anything that needs to get fixed. Have you experienced anything in all of your rental history where you had to pay for things to get fixed out of your own pocket?

[@jennifertudda2801]

Any ideas or tips on buying cheap land? I want to retire or move before then to Mexico-I would like to find land by the beach and then build my beach house. Thoughts or advice?🤔😊

[@theresalifeisbeautifulwith2124]

Can you make a video and talk about how you go to the doctor how you go to get your medication

[@robinmiller5256]

Thank you again for these videos. I’ll be heading south in 6 months, can’t wait.

[@yanyinglim]

I'm really curious, do Mexican landlords tend to hike up the rental price knowing you are a foreigner/expat who can't speak Spanish? Even with the last method you mentioned in the video by walking around and whatsapp/calling up those numbers? Or generally are they honest with one single price - regardless locals/expats ?

[@dayd7420]

yes because americans arent as educated on other places and most are unaware that USD translates to way more money in Mexico and lasts way longer than you think if you dont stay in tourist areas that overcharge

[@tedmorgan7002]

Maybe. Negotiate

[@chrisshelton3504]

I’m having a little trouble with the two Spanish terms you use for the “guarantor “. It sounds like “fijador” or “rivale”? I think you are saying this is a person you need to vouch for you as a renter, as in providing a rental references as some ask for in the United States?

[@laura-bronner]

Sorry I should have put them on the screen. It's a fiador or an aval. Fiador is the most common term and it's exactly that, a guarantor.

[@chrisshelton3504]

@@laura-bronner muchas gracias!

[@sosobabyy]

Great video! If I’m searching from the US on Facebook marketplace how do I extend my search to out of the country? No results for Puerto Vallarta/Mecixo. Make a new account?

[@sheylaneptune]

Thank you for sharing the tips, they’re very informative ✨👍

[@lauraarteaga1451]

Wonderful, wonderful advises. We want to rent for a month, instead of staying at hotels. Perhaps in Cabo or Matzatlan????Jan/Feb. 2022. Never done it before. Trying to escape the cold..... Thanks again for taking the time to share. Great ideas.

[@jorgegonzales9815]

But where do you find a "fiador?" Why would they want to be a fiador? Are these costs refundable? How much will this cost for 5 months?

[@laura-bronner]

If you are only looking to rent short-term you will likely not need a fiador. You get a fiador just like you would if you needed a guarantor in your home country - you know someone. Sometimes property managers or realtors can help you find one, sometimes lawyers can be your fiador, but if you are only looking to rent for 5 months, it really wouldn't be worth the money. I have received a lot of emails and comments saying that in small towns around Mexico, hardly anyone asks for a fiador. It's not something to worry too much about until you've actually found a place you want to rent and spoken with the landlord.

[@HZGamingVR]

Thank you very much! I have used Facebook Marketplace to find 3 Insanely Great deals in Cars. I am glad it is also an Option to find apartment in Mexico 🇲🇽 🙂🔥💯

[@dreweunice]

Hello, my husband and I are Canadian and would love to find a safe place to go to in Mexico. Can you tell us who to contact to help with this?

[@StephenLatimerWoody]

Nice channel! I'm thinking of doing four months down on the west coast next year (from British Columbia)- one month holiday, three working remotely. I'm settling on La Manzanilla, however do you recommend anywhere else? Someplace I can work but go for a swim on occasion, meet some nice folks and eat good food, but not a party town and nothing *too* touristy. I do love Puerto Vallarta but that is too big for what i'm looking for.

[@joyceacosta57]

Hi, Great video! We are planning on permanently relocating to Mexico City and I was wondering what is the best way to find an unfurnished apartment in an old building. Most of the apartments I find are in newer buildings. Any tips would be helpful!

[@laura-bronner]

If you plan to look at older buildings in the city I highly recommend making sure that they have been checked for earthquake safety, especially in neighborhoods that sit in the old lake bed. The older buildings may be beautiful but the earthquakes pose a big threat to this style of building. As I mentioned In the video, the best way to find apartments longer term is to look around the neighborhoods you want to live and look for “for rent” signs. Alternatively you can get a realtor (there are tons in the Mexico City expat Facebook groups). They can be very helpful if you don’t have a fiador already. Hope that helps!

[@cruser0071]

Do you have any ideas for rosarita Baja just asking

[@theresalifeisbeautifulwith2124]

I have a question I’m diabetic and I have high blood pressure and I need to have my medication every month how do you go about that you know they don’t have Medicaid there you have to pay for it how do you go about that that’s the only thing stopping me from moving

[@ABBajaRealEstate]

Your videos are awesome! Congrats

[@SafeGuardYourSoul]

On FB market place, can't get the filter to change to mexico. hmmmm

[@maggiecui1339]

What do I need to do to qualify n how much are they how many bedrooms

[@lizreza3388]

First time seen your video question what do you do for living? Work ?

[@christinec.2376]

thanks for the help! have you heard much on "relocation specialists"?

[@James-dx6sf]

I am going to CDMX in April for 3 nights at the Gran Hotel. In May I have a ticket to Spain, but still restricted for citizens of EEUU. I am thinking of the southern Mexico Pacific coast for a week. What beach side pueblos do you recommend? I like nice beach side restaurants and bars.

[@lovegenderless]

What if you just pay the whole lease off right up front and bypass all the other stuff

[@Sir.Tallen]

What are the property managers you know of in Cabo and Puerto Vallarta ?

[@samjoe6743]

This is great, thank you Laura

[@bizhope007]

Thank you for the tips.

[@CowboyBillUSA]

What a wealth of information... THANK YOU ! ! !

[@jpsmusicandmore5457]

Very good video with really good information. Thank you.

[@SeeU369]

¿What's the best place to go to buy property in Loreto Mexico Baja California? I will put it in my daughter's name for she's a Mexican Citizen y I'm a Canadian Citizen. ¿How do I maneuver y navigate around that if you have any tips that be awesome? ¡Big Fan!

[@ogusa1659]

Hey I currently live on the border of los algodones do you think you can direct me to anyone renting apartments there

[@TakeprofitRP]

you should contact [e-mail] he assist with the whole stress

[@MsLanny9]

If you don't mind me saying I love your big soft curls, they are so beautiful and the little bit of blonde on the ends it is so feminine. I love this look on you. I did see a couple of your videos when you were in Queteratro, and I did not recognize you with the short blonde hair, not that my opinion matters, but as a woman, I love to switch my looks often so I truly understand that we love to have options no matter the situation.

[@seanriley8448]

Great info. do you happen have info on Huatulco? I have heard you can get something small for like 150. I like cheap.

[@fayskelley]

Thank you 🙏 Much appreciate it. 🩷🩷

[@moniqueinherfifties]

Hello what are your thoughts on Malawian? Looking for something long term also any reason why you are only doing like month to month and different places? Is this a 180 day visa situation?

[@WMichaelDeJonge]

Thank you so much! This was very helpful.

[@laura-bronner]

I’m so glad! Let me know if you have other questions about renting!

[@gregoriopuro]

Do you have any suggestions for Oaxaca City ?

[@timothywoods5397]

Thanks Laura

[@maryzurcher9119]

How can I tell if the listing is in pesos on fb?

[@MsLanny9]

This is exactly what I was looking for thanks..

[@colinwilson4604]

Hi & thanks for your video! Q about WhatsApp... do you have to have a Mexican phone plan or can I use my US phone to use the app?

[@laura-bronner]

The best thing about whatsapp is that you can use any phone number from around the world and message people anywhere in the world for free!

[@helmutschroeder1269]

Good presentation, thank you!

[@evadneegarcia9853]

I am looking to move to Merida. I am a native Spanish speaker. I have been to many websites used by realtors. Have you been in Merida? If so what areas do you recommend?

[@laura-bronner]

I have been to Merida but only on vacations. I usually stay in the centro but I have a friend who lives there and loves living just north of the city. She recently wrote a book which is on Amazon and called Moving to Merida. You can also contact her on Facebook, her page is called Mexico Cassie - she’s a great resource for moving to Merida 👍

[@prime8nate]

These guys are in Merida and did an equally good video about this subject. kzbin.info/www/bejne/l4Wch42ZdtV0abM

[@patriciadiaz5622]

Evader there are a ton of videos on rentals in Merida.

[@cjmacq-vg8um]

how about driving u. s. cars in mexico? if i moved there would it be best for me to sell my american car or keep it? can i still receive my u. s. social security if i move to mexico? in the u. s. i'm being denied rentals although i can afford to pay because i don't make 3 times my rent in income! i also have a fairly substantial savings. could i just hop in my car, head for Puerto Vallarta, or some place and find a decent rental? so many questions. i need help. help me so i can live my life with dignity again!

[@crush42mash6]

I was going to fly to Cancun and get a place for a couple days. What do you recommend defined places locally? Is there an app or do you simply ask ex-pats? I really like showing the computer searches as an older person I’m not versed in that well😊 Thank you from Canada

[@georgiaowen2469]

I’m not finding any of her videos covering Cancun. That’s where I need to go for a month or less.

[@bill2uok753]

If renting for 6 months at a time do you still need to have a person who owns a property? Also because I have to leave after 180 days, I want to come back to my apartment. Do you think that it is safe to prepay rent for 6 months at a time?

[@keyoehalsey]

What colonia did you live in when you rented in Mazatlán?

[@laura-bronner]

Centro 😊

[@scottdye6798]

Great information....keep up the good work!

[@laura-bronner]

Thanks so much!

[@hubertroberts3418]

​@@laura-bronner can u help me to find a house for about 3 weeks

[@andyphoenix1808]

Interesting information, very helpful 👍

[@cpeeps430]

very, very helpful! muchas gracias!

[@StreetcarDesire]

Thankful for the info but I detest using a property management company tbh. I don’t even them in the US. I’d rather support a local. ❤

[@StevenDavisPhoto]

Out of all the places you have lived in Mexico, where have you liked the most? I am considering living in Mexico at least 4 months out of the year when I retire in 10-15 years, but I don't love places that are too full of expats/too fake/etc.

[@jerrygarcia4390]

Great information! Thank you 👍🏾

[@milademjayy]

Can I find a clean place for $200 /$300? Usd a month??

[@TerriPlunkett]

Great video!

[@patriciadiaz5622]

Great video thank you!!!😁

[@rosepond9481]

Moving to either Los Cabos or San Jose del Cabo I'm not sure which I'll be 55 in May what do you recommend

[@laura-bronner]

Have you been to both? They're so close to each other, maybe consider renting in one for a month and then the other for a month and seeing which you prefer :)

[@rosepond9481]

@@laura-bronner yes , thank you!!

[@justinodelvalle6142]

Hola Laura; siempre veo tus vídeos. Busco un apartamento amueblado de una o dos habitaciones en un lugar lindo y seguro en el CDMX que no exceda ls USD $600. También puedo compartir una habitación con baño privado y aire acondicionado en una casa familiar. Tengo 68 años y busco un sitio tranquilo, lindo y seguro. Prefiero que sea primer piso y si posible con patio y plantas. Gracias

[@janefronczak17]

Great tips!

[@justinesimone5343]

Buenos Dias. Morelia is where I want to move. Only need one bedroom apartment. Thank you for the info. I'm retired. I will come down find my rent. Come back sell all and head down! I do not trust Craig's list.

[@k.g.m.254]

Extremely helpful 👍🏼

[@ExpressionsofAwakening]

Anyone know why she said contact the local landlords through Whats app. Is that something all the locals use? why not just call them at the number?

[@OfficialCharlieElla]

thanks great job

[@deepun9091]

Thsnks

[@RobertIsaacson-hi9sz]

You better move there for a year. We found it Way to expensive for us. We're going to check out the main land.

[@silvisimaschaparra5969]

So helpful!

[@laura-bronner]

I’m so glad!

[@AprilBrand74]

Thank you

[@laura-bronner]

Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment! Let me know if you have other questions!

[@rosepond9481]

Is there a device that does translation??

[@laura-bronner]

Google translate tends to be the best I've found for people able to translate photos or to copy and paste things into the app. You can also get an add on for Whatsapp that auto-translates, it's called "Chat Translator for WhatsApp & Instagram" Hope that helps!

[@rosepond9481]

@@laura-bronner Great, what I actually was meaning is like is there a device they can speak into that would translate it to English or vice versa?

[@HuatulcoGuy]

@@rosepond9481 - Google Translate can do that.

[@hautboisixx8540]

@@HuatulcoGuy .. in my experience , google translate does not translate very accurately ..

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