Living in MAZATLAN Mexico! The Coastal City That Has It ALL

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Welcome!
In this comprehensive video, we'll showcase why Mazatlan is the perfect place to call home.
We cover:
Mazatlan's history
neighborhoods in Mazatlan you should consider living in
The cost of rentals in Mazatlan
Cost of living in Mazatlan
The cost of utilities
How to get around Mazatlan
Things to do
Getting here
And so much more!
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[@richardminaya816]

Watched from Mazatlan. Spot on. Great as always and very accurate. Been here 8 of the last 12 months. Beware the Rainy Season. There are going to be days and even nights where unless you love the heat, you will be uncomfortable. But I've managed it well and just time my walks in the evening or early EARLY morning. Some other days have been just fine. The food is off the charts. Your health will improve and your quality of life is better, IMO. Another word of caution: Watch where you walk. Sidewalks can be a danger in the Centro Historico areas especially, but stay aware and you'll be fine. I love this city. Even better? Come and then venture out into some of the smaller pueblos in the hills away from the traffic! :)

[@MexicoRelocationGuide]

Thanks for sharing! Glad you think it is spot on!

[@victorhamel4281]

Excellent and very informative documentary on all aspects of living in Mazatlan

[@josephcohen9480]

I thought that the historic centro has been completely revamped with nice wide sidewalks. Is this only in the parts of centro with the nice colonial buildings?

[@julie-annkruttan2556]

How is the humidity ?

[@richardminaya816]

Excellente! Not so much during the rainy season@@julie-annkruttan2556

[@michaelwhitney4196]

Well done Vlog…I first visited Mazatlan in 1969 ..then 1995…my last visit was 2022….It’s really grown:We’ll done! 🫶

[@MexicoRelocationGuide]

Thank you so much 🙂

[@GrayMattr]

I live in Cerritos in Northern Mazatlán, I love it. ☀️

[@MexicoRelocationGuide]

Nice. Let me know if you’d be interested in doing a video sharing your experience [e-mail]

[@lostncal]

Excellent comprehensive video. My fiance, who is from MZT, was able to find us a great rental (monthly) in Centro blocks from the Cathedral on Facebook below market rates. It was a huge fully renovated 2 bedroom condo with a terrace, fully furnished with internet and electricity included for under $700/mo. We spent a great summer there. Sometimes it helps to look in non conventional places. Mazatlan is a beautiful city with some of the friendliest people in Mexico. I might be a little bias ;-)

[@MexicoRelocationGuide]

Thanks for sharing! I know some people don't believe you can find these kinds of rentals but you sure can!

[@billcuffey5183]

Missouri.

[@MexicoRelocationGuide]

Bienvenido!

[@deniseinight9596]

Watching from New Mexico, USA and anticipating a visit this November.

[@rhondatinis5961]

Canada but life here is not like it used to be because of our Government .....we gotta leave. Loved this video!,, Thank you

[@MexicoRelocationGuide]

You're one of thousands that is leaving Canada for the same reasons. Luckily Mexico isn't so politically divided :) We'd love to help you in your research- see what's included in our complete Mexico Relocation Guide mexicorelocationguide.com/guide/

[@darcyfedoruk1532]

We're in the same situation.. it's a disgrace what a once beautiful country, Canada, was at one time, never to return..

[@alidapc]

Watching from Canada

[@MexicoRelocationGuide]

Welcome!

[@delinquense]

Certainly a professionally produced and edited video. The quality and effort shines thru. Top notcb.

[@josephingrao6878]

Very Good information. Boise Idaho USA

[@MexicoRelocationGuide]

Thanks for watching! if you want to know more about Mazatlan check out our site mexicorelocationguide.com/mazatlan/

[@signalfire6691]

Hello from Tennessee! I'm not planning on moving but the tours of different cities and areas are my 'vacations' abroad. You do a wonderful job of explaining everything!

[@MexicoRelocationGuide]

That’s awesome. Glad it’s entertaining for you

[@sharondube9207]

Great video. Watching from Ajijic. Been here 5 years and now Considering Mazatlan as our next location in a year or so.

[@MexicoRelocationGuide]

Nice! I know a few people who have moved from Ajijic to Mazatlan and loved it. Let us know what you think when you settle in

[@akken2112]

Watching from Arizona. We visit Puerto Vallarta often but, we're strongly considering visiting Mazatlan. Your video was very informative and helpful. Gracias.

[@MexicoRelocationGuide]

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[@sexysportsfan1]

This is AWESOME! Great info! Thank you❤❤❤

[@shawncollver8686]

Watching from mazatlan ❤

[@MexicoRelocationGuide]

Hola!

[@rickschlosser6793]

I’m watching from Centro in Mazatlan. Thanks for the info. Would like to move to Mexico, but I could start with just wintering here.

[@RobEJC]

Love Mazatlan! Great city and consider day trips to El Quilete, La Noria, Concordia and Copala in the Sonoran hills outside the city. I had a 2-bedroom apartment in Las Gaviotas, about 4 blocks from Zona Dorado for $13,500MX (electricity was about $6USD per month), all other services included.

[@MexicoRelocationGuide]

Hi Rob! thanks for sharing :) How long ago did you live in Mazatlan?

[@RobEJC]

I was there 4 months, heading back next month! @@MexicoRelocationGuide

[@MovingToMexiCo]

We LOVE Mazatlan!

[@vmartinez71]

hi Mariana - I'm watching this from the Philippines. I am Filipino-American. I am planning to visit the Yucatan area soon to dive in the cenotes. I want to spend some time in the area as I'm considering living there

[@fsiegal]

Great video Mariana, as always. I'm planning to move to Mexico next year and Mazatlán is my top choice at the moment with Puerto Vallarta a close second. I'll visit Mazatlán for a few days in November to see if it remains my top choice.

[@MexicoRelocationGuide]

these articles may help you with some tips mexicorelocationguide.com/mazatlan/ mexicorelocationguide.com/puerto-vallarta-mexico-complete-guide/

[@CaroCollins100]

I’ll be visiting at the end of the month to kickstart my planning process. I’ve still got a few years left before full retirement, but my husband is already enjoying his retirement.

[@fortheloveofpete]

Awesome video! Nice editing. Thank you for the information. My #1 place for a home purchase!

[@MexicoRelocationGuide]

I think it's a good choice. It really does have a little bit of everything

[@cindyk3076]

Another wonderful and informative video, Mazatlan is beautiful!

[@MexicoRelocationGuide]

Hi Cindy! thanks for the support. Glad you liked it.

[@Shine_Before_The_Sunrise]

Thank you for this extensive informative video❤❤❤

[@user-um9so6qc9d]

Watching from just outside Detroit, Michigan USA TY

[@almamendoza-jf9bq]

Yo soy de sinaloa ❤

[@rosemarysolorio5253]

Thank you Mariana for your very informative video. I really would appreciate it if you could make a video about Ensenada, Baja California. Thank you so much. Blessings! I'm from California and just beginning to plan my escape!😊

[@anacallow509]

Mariana, I love this video! Excellent video of our beautiful Mazatlan ! Great coverings! I feel like to go HOME! ,each time I visit Mazatlan for 24 year. Wishing you all the best! 🌷🇭🇷🇨🇦

[@garo52]

Hola🎉🎉 watching from province of Alberta Canada..mucho gracias Marianna !!

[@MexicoRelocationGuide]

Gracias a ti! Saludos!

[@Tracie_Collins]

Watching from CDMX

[@MexicoRelocationGuide]

Thanks for watching Tracie! What do you think of Mazatlan?

[@Tracie_Collins]

@@MexicoRelocationGuide Beautiful. Would definitely visit. Cost of living in less than CDMX

[@MexicoRelocationGuide]

Definitely! CDMX is the most expensive city in Mexico 😉

[@amabofan]

great video, as always, Mariana and very informative. I really like the way you go into the details of several aspects. Since you asked, I would love to see similar videos on northern Baja cities, like Rosarito, Ensenada or Tijuana. I did see some interviews.

[@MexicoRelocationGuide]

Thanks for the feedback. Noted 😉

[@EksposisiAlkitab]

Very good video. We are watching from Antalya, Turkey where we are checking it out as a retirement option. We live in Penang, Malaysia and have been living in SE Asia 39 years. We are looking at retiring in about 5 years and Mazatlan is on our short list. Also, we would love to see a video about Manzanillo.

[@MexicoRelocationGuide]

Nice! Thanks for the suggestion

[@darcyfedoruk1532]

Hi! May i ask why you are not considering retiring in SE Asia, as many of those countries come up often on retirement lists..ie. Thailand, Vietnam, Philippines, Malaysia, etc. I look forward to your reply.

[@Bull-BearTrading]

Thank you for the amazing content! Moving to Maza in December.

[@MexicoRelocationGuide]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@yelenakocheleva382]

Watching from Seattle USA 🇺🇸. Great video. Helpful information to know. Thanks for sharing your experience.🧸❤️

[@yamatiba]

Hi Mariana, I Greatly enjoy your videos ! I am watching from NYC.

[@MexicoRelocationGuide]

Thanks so much for the support. Glad you like them. Saludos!

[@cklawrence759]

Great information from Albuquerque, NM

[@MexicoRelocationGuide]

Glad you liked it! Thanks for watching

[@ck062165]

watching in Olympia, WA. Love your videos.

[@MexicoRelocationGuide]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@richardmaskew8518]

Watching from Bundaberg, Queensland, Australia …hola

[@MexicoRelocationGuide]

Hola

[@ralphwebster3065]

Love all your stuff...loved my trips to Mexico decades ago. I'm living near Anderson Mill in Austin Texas...

[@MexicoRelocationGuide]

Nice! My mom lives near Anderson Mill in Austin TX :) welcome to the channel.

[@dennisnoel645]

I just finished watching you videos on Mazatlan, thank you so much for sharing. From Fort Lauderdale Florida.

[@MexicoRelocationGuide]

Thanks for watching!

[@CaroCollins100]

Excellent video! I’ve eagerly anticipated it all day. My plan is to semi-retire, splitting my time between Mazatlan and Southern California-half and half, God willing. I’m definitely interested in purchasing your relocation guide, Marianna. I’m Mexican living abroad and will not venture without your knowledge.

[@FlyingCameraGuy]

It is worth the money for Marianna's Relocation Guide. We used it and are now living in Mazatlan full time.

[@MexicoRelocationGuide]

Sounds great!

[@CaroCollins100]

@@MexicoRelocationGuide Marianna, please consider creating separate videos for Ensenada and El Valle de Guadalupe. There is a growing interest among Mexicans in Southern California who are contemplating relocating across the border. While convinced about Mazatlán, I often ponder El Valle de Guadalupe for its allure and more.

[@ChrisBoyd78]

Great video just like Cozumel! I came to Mazatlan 24 years ago for some summer courses at ITESM or I think also called Tec de Monterrey. It was a lot of fun. I think I want to come back for a couple months this summer from Houston, TX, USA. I’m not sure to do Airbnb or get on the ground there and try to rent an apartment for a month or two. I work remote so I may stay for a month I may stay for the full 6 months ifI can get the 180 tourist one. Anyways I subscribed to your news letter excited to learn more!

[@barrytalbot2216]

Watching from Yellowknife NWT Canada

[@elvaplascencia6810]

Looking for a single rental in central historic non turístic area as soon as next week very informative video .

[@bjones9942]

Wow! I'm not familiar with the rental prices, but I only saw one error in your whole video! Isla de la Piedra (Stone Island) is a peninsula/isthmus not an island. Other than that you were spot on! Good job!

[@MexicoRelocationGuide]

Thanks for the tips!

[@kamlee4010]

It was an island years ago and most of the swamp river was back filled for farming. We toured the bay and travelled up the old river and top at a place across the highway that would take us to the airport and back to Mazatlan. The highway also would take us from the airport to Stone Island where we stayed which is a short distance

[@bjones9942]

@@kamlee4010 I believe you're thinking of El Faro, the lighthouse. It was originally an island, but land was filled in to connect it. Everything I've found for Isla de la Piedra says it's always (at least going back 100 years) been an isthmus/peninsula. There are still 'jungle' boat tours through the mangroves there. If you have a source for different information I would enjoy reading it!

[@Sank_Finatra420]

I am single, 56 man and like to walk , surf and eat healthy. I like a little privacy don’t need too much space. I am retired military and my budget is about $2000/mont total. Can you recommend a contact for something like this? Gracias!!!

[@carloscamarena4923]

I am from Mazatlan, it’s good money in Mazatlan, plus with your military record believe me you can get a lucrative part time in Sinaloa if you know what I mean 😊

[@Sank_Finatra420]

@@carloscamarena4923 I appreciate that although I am looking for more of a peaceful life.

[@MexicoRelocationGuide]

I agree with the comment about that being a good budget for living expenses in Mazatlan

[@CallowG]

Dude you are me. LOL. My top 3 were Mazatlan, Bucerias and Versalles (PV). I chose Bucerias because the neighbourhood I am buying into is very cute. You might want to check out San Pancho (San Fransicso) north of Sayulita.

[@alexcopeland9720]

Helpful advice appreciated y’all! I’m planning on visiting Mexico. I have no idea how long I’ll stay. If I fit in and all works out, could be quite long. Now, best approach to booking a flight? Without too many hurdles. Thanks!

[@texasrefugee7888]

Tijuana 🇲🇽

[@MexicoRelocationGuide]

Bienvenid@

[@1dktre]

Mariana, is the weather, heat/humidity the same as PV for both seasons? Very informative video! Thanks

[@MexicoRelocationGuide]

I recommend using this site to check on the current weather.weatherspark.com/

[@1dktre]

@@MexicoRelocationGuide Thanks!

[@angiegracie6954]

Watching from Massachusetts but I live in Coastal Mississippi

[@thinkplanetearth2946]

Well done video. Very informative with great detail. One small comment, it would've been helpful if when talking about the cost of rent, food, etc, in Mexican pesos you would've also said what the U.S. dollar equivalent was. Other than that, I commend you on the amazing content you provided.

[@MexicoRelocationGuide]

Sorry but that changes every single day because the exchange rates fluctuate. I think it's better to check on xe.com - I used to add all the dollar equivalents on previous videos but now they are irrelevant because the peso is no longer worth the same amount. And people comment upset that I am spreading misinformation. So this is the best way. Thanks for watching!

[@ronaldoago-go5907]

@@MexicoRelocationGuide you are doing it right...when things are priced in local currency that is how it should be presented. It's so easy to do a quick conversion! I think of that as similar to when people say they don't want to learn Spanish but are upset that not everyone speaks English. In Mexico things are priced in pesos.

[@saramclalan5706]

Watching from Colorado USA. Originally from San Diego, miss the beach and the culture!

[@MexicoRelocationGuide]

Thanks for watching🤩

[@dougiep2769]

Wish things had been better there but I met lots of nice people as well

[@andrewwalker9216]

Watching from Newmarket, ON CA

[@MexicoRelocationGuide]

Thanks for watching!

[@maritorres-keys2446]

Watching from Texas USA

[@MexicoRelocationGuide]

Hola! Bienvenida

[@rd03johnson]

I am a 58 year old female, retired military with a budget of $1200 USD. Can you make recommendations. Love to socialize, market shopping and eating healthy too. Mucho Gracious

[@MexicoRelocationGuide]

Hi there! Your budget isn't unreasonable but it is a bit tight for living anywhere in a touristic city in Mexico such as Mazatlan. If you want your budget to go very far I would look into not so touristic cities instead.

[@GypsyIrishNewfieNomad]

$1200 USD is more than enough.

[@elainewilson-howard3188]

So who do you believe? I want to move there so bad but I’m afraid because of all the different opinions I’ve heard. Are used to say that about Charleston South Carolina hoping people wouldn’t show up there, but they did show up anyway.

[@babyblue61549]

Watching from Ocean Ridge Florida

[@MexicoRelocationGuide]

Thanks for watching

[@jaimeoceguera9156]

Watched from Richmond, CA

[@MexicoRelocationGuide]

thanks for watching! Hope you liked this overview

[@rondouglas2917]

Watching the video from San Francisco,Ca

[@MexicoRelocationGuide]

Bienvenido! Hope you enjoyed this overview of Mazatlan

[@peasterday]

I'm from Seattle, WA USA

[@paultcareycarey7960]

Richmond hill Ontario Canada 🇨🇦 😎

[@alvasquez752]

Watching from Apple Valley CA

[@ccbcb1]

Im watching from California

[@KoffieConvos]

Watching from Philadelphia, Pa. Planning to retire in 10 years. Working on my plan now

[@MexicoRelocationGuide]

It's never too early to start planning 😉 welcome to the channel! We have a lot more information to help you with your research on our site- mexicorelocationguide.com/blog/

[@mariomijalva3899]

watching from New Orleans

[@MexicoRelocationGuide]

Nice! Bienvenido!

[@julie-annkruttan2556]

I would really like to see some thing on Camargo, Delicias and Chihuahua please 🙏🏼 I am into horses rodeos I’m looking for dry heat for my arthritis. Just curious on what your opinions are for those things . 😅❤

[@MexicoRelocationGuide]

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[@Riante59]

Watching from Virginia.

[@MexicoRelocationGuide]

welcome!

[@stevebecker100]

@@MexicoRelocationGuideEverett Washington 10/29/2023

[@mitchelllivingston9241]

Watching from New Jersey. My wife and I are visiting Mazatlan in late October for the first time. We are 66 & 67 and still working full time looking to retire in 2027 and we want to explore the possibility of living in Mexico during the winter months probably renting 4 to 6 months a year. Can you recommend a local realtor in Mazatlan, I know things will change when we retire but I want to get an initial feel for what this would cost and what we could find. Thank you for your channel it is interesting and informative and I appreciate your hard work. Regards, Mitchell

[@MexicoRelocationGuide]

Hi Mitchell. All of our recommended contacts are part of our complete Mexico Relocation Guide. mexicorelocationguide.com/guide/ When you buy the guide you get instant access to our directory of contacts. However, most realtors won't love the idea of showing you places if you are not ready to sign a lease or rent right away. So because of that, I would recommend looking online first on sites like inmuebles24.com, Facebook marketplace, or on Facebook groups.

[@colleenpurcha8821]

we are from Sherwood Park, Alberta, Canada 😊

[@MexicoRelocationGuide]

welcome! Check out our site for more info on moving to Mexico mexicorelocationguide.com/blog/

[@wpeterwood4717]

I’m coming down after Christmas to look for a place I would love a realtor recommendation We want to move to the marina

[@MexicoRelocationGuide]

Happy to help connect you with our recommended realtors. When you purchase our complete Mexico Relocation Guide, you get instant access to our directory of contacts such as realtors and other professionals. mexicorelocationguide.com/guide/

[@lovepassionlv]

Merida and playa de carmen. I'm very interested of expat there.

[@MexicoRelocationGuide]

I have a ton of new videos coming soon on Merida. Check out this on on Playa del Carmen mexicorelocationguide.com/playa-del-carmen/

[@marinahuizar6067]

Waikiki Beach, Hawaii. considering a move

[@stevez6551]

You need Light Rail -trams or monorail systems throughout Mexico !!!

[@elsee7773]

Hola Mariana, If an original Temporary Residency is due to expire in early March, knowing that it is recommended to renew within one month before the expiry date, do you know if immigration would allow a person to renew a few months prior to the expiry date instead of waiting until the one month prior ?

[@MexicoRelocationGuide]

No- you can only renew up to 30 days before expiration.

[@elsee7773]

@@MexicoRelocationGuide Thank You

[@rd03johnson]

MIAMI!

[@MexicoRelocationGuide]

Bienvenid@

[@balaji961]

can you suggest some realtors that can help identify good rentals

[@MexicoRelocationGuide]

definitely! we have a variety of realtors we recommend in our complete Mexico Relocation Guide when you buy the guide, you get immediate access to our directory of vetted contacts - see what’s included mexicorelocationguide.com/guide/

[@raymondavila1832]

Iowa, I would like to find a 4 to 5 bedroom and a 4 to 5 bathroom oceanfront

[@sebc6640]

Watching from Montreal. Just curious, is Sinaloa safe tho??

[@MexicoRelocationGuide]

Hola! Welcome to the channel. Sinaloa as a whole state is hard to define as "safe" because it is made up of some cities that I personally wouldn't advise living in: like colima. However, I think Mazatlan is perfectly safe and do endorse it.

[@sebc6640]

@@MexicoRelocationGuide Thanks!

[@alabi2k542]

So much info, I couldn't keep up. I have no idea what the exchange rate is, so the rental prices .listed meant nothing to me. I'm just looking for a small studio/ 1bt in a reasonably safe walkable neighborhood, perhaps one of the first mentioned. I seen other videos where they mentioned such places in the historical district for around /$350 USD.

[@MexicoRelocationGuide]

Check out XE.com- if you plan to live in Mexico it's important that you start learning the exchange rates because you will pay for everything in pesos :) thanks for watching

[@colleenpurcha8821]

what is the price of fruits and vegetables in comparison from big supermarkets to little local markets?

[@annekabrimhall1059]

Boulder Colorado

[@roundpaws]

I think your housing costs are much lower than reality. In the summer, advertised apartments are much less than snowbird season. The prices you have shown are definitely not what you see in the winter months. Generally, I’d say the average 1 bedroom decent apt (that expats would be comfortable in) is about $900-$1100 and 2 bedrooms $1200 to $1500.

[@gwendolynmallett7594]

How far is the rural area from the Centro? We are looking for a country house with at least .5-1 acre. If anyone know of info, please let me know.

[@pitohead77]

I have 4 children. Can i live in mexico for a year and enroll children in school? do i need a temp residency or a regular visiting visa?

[@MexicoRelocationGuide]

Schools usually require you to enroll your kids at least a few months before the school year. Although every private school varies with their admissions process. But yes you can enroll them for only a year. I don't think you need a residency visa, but they will probably want school transcripts translated

[@hzmzkhd]

Mazatlan is in Sinaloa, not Sonora. 05:47 You say its own state Sonora.

[@angelfs4992]

I am a doctor and I would like to add a point about government-run public health. In no way will they receive you for free for being American or Canadian, you can buy a membership that costs between 10,000 and 15,000 pesos per month and does not include obesity surgery or dental care, which is very expensive in your country, and if you are a resident, you do not have right to receive medical care, because you have never paid taxes and were not born here, it is in article 4 of our constitution, that only Mexicans have the right to free medical care. You will have to pay a membership monthly if you want medical care from the Mexican health system. Thank you for your attention, greetings and enjoy the beauty of our city.

[@josemartinrodriges83]

This town is not in Sonora it’s in Sinaloa. 😅 5:40

[@MexicoRelocationGuide]

we know that. I don’t think I said Sonora on the video?

[@harley1122118]

Respectfully disagree. I have lived in Mexico over 5 years and in Mazatlan for one, in a tower facing the ocean, from Nov 22 to Nov 23 and it cost 38,000 pesos a month...the view was awesome.. Mazatlan is for younger Spanish muchachos and mochas who want to party HARD. It was the loudest town I have ever lived in. No one speaks spanish (I do and it made it easy to live there). There is a lot to do but I suggest living a month there. Puerta Vallarta would be a much better choice. The reason I moved to Mazatlan was I heard all these great things and believed them. It WAS fun and I loved it but could not wait until my lease expired. I hope somebody listens, I didn't and what a shock!

[@frankmurillo422]

My parents retire in Mazatlan in april 2025 they can't wait, i will fallow like in 2045 lol

[@antarart]

Too close to Sinaloa! -

[@timebanditrvtravels3449]

Sounds like a town for the rich

[@vincenttyson7008]

Can you purchase a car there?

[@MexicoRelocationGuide]

Yes you can buy a car here

[@MexicoRelocationGuide]

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