San Miguel de Allende - Cost of Living & Travel Guide

[@NewProfM]

Really interesting. I would like to see smaller homes, 1bedroom, maybe 2 max for singles, single retirees or couples, cost saving. Move in ready, modern. This is such a beautiful area and you can't beat the focus on fabulous art. You gave a great perspective. Add in a little about hiking, birding activities/groups. Thanks so much!

[@sirgalahad1470]

I spent two weeks in San Miguel working remote in the summer of 2023. This city is so beautiful it is mind blowing. There are many places to hike. The city is almost as hilly as San Francisco. Just walking the city everyday was a fantastic way to exercise. And the weather is beyond perfect. I stayed in the city center. While convenient and beautiful, it was loud at night. These locals know how to party. When I go back, I will stay in San Antonio. In my opinion, it is the perfect neighborhood. Also, I have travelled the world solo and have never felt safer than I did in San Miguel. My dream is to retire here in 5 years. I've worked remote in 25 European countries, and the only city that I have found that could rival San Miguel's beauty is Florence, Italy.

[@NewProfM]

@@sirgalahad1470 Thank you so so much for that feedback.

[@FreeToBe_Me]

Several people who live there and make KZbin videos dispute not needing A/C or heat. There are times during the dry season where it gets HOT and ppl are grateful for their mini-splits. And during the winter, and due to the lack of insulation, space heaters are necessary. One person stated in a Facebook group that they rented a large home and it was in the THIRTIES fahrenheit. That’s cold! 🥶 The first home was my favorite. Very informative video.

[@rfink222]

Mini-splits are necessary to me for a couple of months a year because it gets miserable hot. One year it snowed at my house in SMA so heaters a must too sometimes.

[@ruralangwin]

I've spent a January in SMA. Definitely gets very cold.

[@NomadicRVLiving]

I have been living in San Miguel de Allende for 1.5 years and my gringa girlfriend has been here 23 years. I can say your video is spot on and you did an excellent job. There are a lot of expats here and there is a very active pickleballl community. Also many volunteer opportunities. I live in a 3/2 condo that cost about $200K and I just paid my annual property taxes which were $234. I mostly ride my ebike or walk. A car is not necessary here unless you live outside of town like Zirandaro which you highlighted. Most people who live in Los Frailes also have a car.

[@cates5183]

Great review of San Miguel - very imformative. Thank you.

[@MartinaDanielaSchreck]

HELLO, very beautiful all there and a very nice and symphatic Präsentation . SUPER 👍👍👍👍👍👍❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣ Many Greetings from Germany

[@agasque]

We’ve lived in San Miguel for at least 3 months for each of the last 3 years. Your prices are low even for 3 years ago. We know some people who are paying $600 USD for rent but they’ve been in those properties for years, sometimes decades. Our rent for two bedroom townhouses has ranged from $1000per month (which included caring for the owner’s cat and plants) in Col. San Antonio to $1800 per month in Col. Obraje and a neighborhood next to Los Frailes. These were very nice, comfortable houses with excellent WiFi and security, but no AC and definitely not the fanciest in town. May and June are blistering hot and the winter can get quite chilly so fire places and space heaters are necessary. You can save money on groceries shopping in small shops and the local Mercado, but if you shop at City Market, La Comer, or Soriana, which many people do due to convenience, that goes up considerably. For example, we paid $1200 USD for 2 people and a weekend of visiting friends for the month of July 2024 shopping primarily at City Market. All of that said, it is still one of our favorite places anywhere in the world, but it costs a whole lot more to live (and thrive) in SMA than your video implies.

[@tam6650]

Thank you for the update on this area.

[@Freebird1010]

You make the best videos consistently. Thanks for the in depth information.

[@bluemoom]

Was recently in SMA and enjoyed the food, architecture and live music, we even caught a Gypsy Kings concert! Absolutely loved my time there!

[@johnrencher442]

So beautiful and I think it’s affordable… just love the authentic feel of the town… amazing art and the homes are stunning…

[@ferminadaza9418]

Nothing authentic here, is full of gringos.

[@cl2385]

WOW! great video and information. Would love to see more videos like this with families in mind. Specially about the schools and parks, sports and things to do for families. Thank you!

[@amandaradov5179]

Great info. I had written this city off as too Gringo but it looks like it might be worth a visit.

[@davidsebastianelli1326]

Hola! If you were paying attention most of the people shown dining and out and about were gringos. Because of this it is considered one the most expensive areas to live and visit in Mexico. It's a great place to visit and spend your money. His small airbnb was almost $300us per week. Where I live I pay $200us more for a place that is twice as big and from my patio hammock I can see the surf and overlook the beautiful city lights at night. Just saying... Buena suerte desde Mexico!

[@123Fanan]

Believe me it is too gringo

[@ericklastra8859]

I am from Mexico and I love this video ❤❤❤❤❤❤😊

[@viperphlyer4708]

Great video, Jim. Ann and I (remember us?) visited San Miguel last year and loved it. I could live there, particularly in the San Antonio neighborhood. Keep up the great work!

[@fredmunguia7451]

Beautiful place to visit and reside in.

[@youroccupationaltherapycoa4539]

I thoroughly enjoyed this, please. Please create more videos.

[@swmorales18]

Thank you for a comprehensive way to show SMA. What a great little town. We are a retired couple living in California and considering moving to Jalisco. I am sure they are less expensive places to reside, but San Miguel looks like a great option. I enjoyed your presentation.

[@suec2441]

Wonderful video. Thank you so much for taking the time to make these videos. 👏🏻👏🏻

[@hsandechick]

I am here now and this was very pertinent to my trip. Much thanks. I would’ve loved to see more in Centro and on the very nearby outskirts, both sale and longer term (3-6 mo) rentals. Thanks much!

[@EmiliaGarcia-sh1my]

Beautiful tour and scenery ❤😊

[@007mia7]

If I were originally Mexican & got deported, I would head straight to one of these enclaves…not only is it beautiful but pretty reasonably priced. Thanks for posting:)

[@manymoonstraveled]

😂😂😂 me too

[@lisalove395]

I’m not Mexican and not getting deported but I’m still trying to head there…it’s beautiful and so rich in culture. 💞

[@laurae.menacasas1903]

Precios razonables para extranjeros y mexicanos ricos.

[@lisalove395]

@ Si, me pregunte sobre eso.

[@JudithHoffman-t1n]

Yes, more San Miguel videos PLEASE

[@annharlo5941]

She had me at "Bohemian".

[@HS-yk9he]

Great video. very informative and fun to watch. Thank you!!

[@tracyaskew1651]

What a lovely house. I love the decorations and very well priced.

[@Jay_Jay_DC]

One of the most informative and enjoyable videos on San Miguel and living abroad, well done! Thank you! 🙏

[@kyotecreek1934]

Amazing video...very interesting and informative. I really enjoyed that you featured different colonias.

[@catalino8010]

I've been there , such a nice city. I stayed at Los angelitos

[@AandFBeyond]

26:51 Great video! A couple of notes, though. The official census has the foreign population living in San Miguel full-time at under 3%. Also the dish you showed is called “sopes” with an “e”.

[@chemistryinbiology]

Love this. My husband and I are looking to move overseas and a friend of mine suggested the Colonial Highlands. Planning a scouting trip in the spring. Thank you for this video, it was extremely helpful.❤

[@sonialola4329]

Yes please, more info on sales, rentals and cars👩🏻‍🦳 looking to relocate.

[@tdp73]

LOVE the very first home!!

[@stileshumphrey4195]

Great and informative video 👍. I was there back in May for 2 1/2 days, but wish I could have stayed longer.

[@barrettdowning2083]

More San Miguel tours, please. I'm planning on retiring there.I have visited there and love it

[@lindajohnson6163]

Great video. I was a little apprehensive about San Miguel-- similar to Cancun in that so many expats email head there, but the beauty of the place is very attractive.

[@lindalower3741]

Excellent. Thank you. Please continue with home tours

[@maricelarooper9558]

So far so good I will be looking for a house to live in a couple years. San Miguel is on my list. But like to be more with the locals and culture

[@Halonablack]

I’m so in love with this city. I already live in PDC. But I’d love to go to San Miguel so I can take art classes. I’d love to see a video on other activities for locals and expats. Beautiful video. Thank you for your work.

[@chrysanthusacosta6069]

Thank you for the excellent video. I wonder if you’d be able to do a video on the cost of living in 2 cities in Guanajuato, specifically ciudad Guanajuato (the state capital) and Salamanca?

[@ShajazzSimmons]

Would you be able to create a video of neighborhoods where locals reside?😊. This would help to decide whether to live away or within the locals communities.

[@amyminister6914]

Would love to see more about San Miguel!

[@Oraleln.6934]

Very nicely done.. thank you for that 👍🏽👍🏽

[@le_th_]

Great video! Yes, please more San Miguel de Allende videos! This was a great start! Subscribed

[@MartinaDanielaSchreck]

HELLO, BEAUTIFUL ALL THERE AND A VERY NICE SYMPHATIC PRÄSENTATION 👍👍👍👍👍👍❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❤ MANY GREETINGS FROM GERMANY ¡ VAMONOS!

[@johnnymidas5879]

MORE SAN MIGUEL HOMES PLEASE ❤

[@Herbstmarketing1]

I would love to see more home tours with pricing. Very educational. Thank you

[@nb594]

Great video, thanks!

[@sarahbirl3506]

Loved this so much! Thank you!

[@Socrates1944]

Thank you, beloved brother for this Great Video ❤️👍!

[@blackie-jm9tr]

Great video, very informative. Thank you for posting.

[@joe3eagles]

I'll be relocating to San Miguel toward the end of this year, so this info was helpful. I noticed that you didn't mention the hot season in late April and May. I've been told the heat can get oppressive, well into the 90s F. What do you think about the hot season?

[@mariarios8092]

Very nice and beautiful. I loved. Thank you.

[@Sunflo07H]

Muchas gracias 💓✨️

[@fantasticfamily5004]

Just beautiful 😍

[@Veronicawardwell]

Love your pod cast!!!❤

[@Bluebird-farm]

Great vid thank you!

[@KathyDavenport-i3u]

Beautiful places.

[@ggs0605]

Beautiful area!

[@lisajonesmoore3853]

Some of your prices were incorrect in your video. Street food tacos are about $1-3 dollars. Restaurants are much pricier. We’ve been here full time for years, owned property for 7 years. Prices on real estate have gone up exponentially. Centro is mostly not affordable. The medical fees you have in your video basically only for the poor and working class locals people. It’s $35-45 USD per visit to good decent clinics. Still, better than the US! Hospitals will require full payment of services before they discharge you, FYI. Most of the homes you show in the video will start at 800K USD and go up from there. Thanks for showing the very pretty and 😂rich parts of San Miguel. Especially your Rosewood shots. But all in all a nice video with pretty parts of San Miguel. Most of it doesn’t look this way once outside of Centro! BTW San Miguel is not in the “Sierra Mtns”! We’re located in the Central Highlands. We live in a working class neighborhood with beautiful views, but be prepared for NOISE anywhere you live here! Guanajuato City is probably closer to the prices you mentioned in your video.

[@HereForToday42]

thanks for the reality check, thought it seemed too good to be true

[@albertlewis]

So true. He is way off on prices!

[@A.bormcax]

$3 is the fee for a Dr in a drugstore, good enough for easy stuff like a cold or stomach issues. I just used one a month ago and she was accurate with her diagnosis and prescription

[@katehobbs5327]

Thank you.

[@dianac52176]

Thanks for the corrected info.

[@johnshollenberger2337]

WOW.. this is wonderful. And it looks like everyone is welcome in San Miguel. Are there groups of people who travel there from the US and could help show you around ?

[@camerandalili7489]

Great video, very well done

[@ovh992]

Very cool video!

[@maritzapennix718]

Thank you very informative, and well done.

[@leticiaaguilar154]

Love your videos !! Thanks for all the information. How could we find a 2 bedroom rental for a couple of months at a time ? Any realtor you recommend ?

[@esbiermann62]

Are you single? Lol. Great vlog - I am trying to get my dual citizenship and think SMA would be a great place to live. Didn't know about those suburbs. Also love Queretaro and Mexico City. Hoping to retire soon somehow and see if I can find an affordable rental for myself and just live on social security at around $2K a month with being able to add some travel to Asia or Europe.

[@davidsebastianelli1326]

Hola! If you want to apply for citizenship you need to do some research and after that do some more. You don't need citizenship to live in Mexico. As a US citizen you need to have a Permanent Resident Visa for at least five years before you are even eligible to take the Spanish fluency and Mexican history test to qualify for citizenship. Have you looked in to getting a Resident Visa? First things first....Buena suerte desde Mexico!

[@esbiermann62]

@@davidsebastianelli1326 thanks - I am half Mexican but only US citizen and have visited many many many times.

[@conniemg]

​@@esbiermann62best of luck with your dual citizenship process. I recently completed mine and enlisted the help of the firm based in CA state with me living in TX. I got it by citizenship by descent and the process was smooth with their help. They even helped me with getting my local consulate appointment. I ended up using Doble Nacionalidad express. Happy to answer any questions you may have. I truly believe having dual citizenship is a great advantage to have and no need to worry about the temporary or permanent resident income requirements. 😊

[@ParisianThinker]

What about showing a less expensive area like El Secreto?

[@bernstin6846]

I like the second house as well

[@MariaDiaz-dq6nb]

Thank you, I really appreciate your work with this videos. I’m looking for a more traditional style home or apartment unit in San Miguel

[@brooklynrocks2396]

18:48 When you are showing the dressing area(?) I noticed the opaque glass. What's on the other side? A different apt?

[@Roktta06]

I came here to say the same thing! Prices are way way higher than what is portrayed in this video! You can't rent a home in centro SM for at least 1,000 dlls a day!! This is a beautiful video and well worth the watch but the prices are off way off.

[@maniizz]

Love SMA! Would live there❤

[@alalesc3796]

SMA is beautiful!

[@lizdg3892]

The cost of living is very affordable. Beautiful area. Happy to have seen some of it. Great content.

[@eduardoconstantino1738]

I would like to live there! soon.

[@iyajeanette2283]

love this house

[@seanseoltoir]

At the 8m05s point, that is NOT a "marble" top, that is quite obviously granite.

[@bernstin6846]

Love this home

[@DSH1369]

This house is amazing! Wonder if is still available.

[@fantasticfamily5004]

I’d love more videos. I have a dual citizenship. I wonder if the rates would be different for us/me

[@KiKiQuiQuiKiKi]

I love the age-in-place concept. (However, I think most people would gladly trade an extra sink for a private throne room.)

[@elenadominguez1956]

Muy bonito lugar y video podría saber precios me encanta. Elena

[@ezmealstravels9221]

Beautiful video

[@johnmendoza5907]

Very nice

[@pware9643]

Definitely a Sugar Coated representation ! More reality please. How do you use a gas space heater without a vent for burnt gas to escape.. hmmm. What about having a car there for long term rentals or permanent residents there , what are the logistics of that? How much is shuttle to QRO airport?

[@rfink222]

The heaters use propane and the houses are not air tight, very airy with high ceilings. Permanent residents cannot own a foreign plated car. Temporary residents can. Shuttle to QRO airport about $75 per person.

[@Yahniboy]

I took a taxi from Leon airport to the center of SMD for a hundred bucks. Took about two hours

[@NomadicRVLiving]

@@rfink222 Shuttle with Bajiago is $35 per person each way to the QRO airport.

[@bevmckee1380]

I am in a wheelchair. Are there Aguascalientes calientes that are wheel chair friendly?

[@marialennen3660]

Awesome property

[@yvetteg]

I would love to come visit to see if this would be a place for me. Is there a travel agent that specializes in this?

[@loboxx337]

You'll be surprise how advance medicine is and dental also. Medical doctors who had advance training in Europe or the US.

[@angelesjuarez644]

Is this condo still for sale?

[@dorahernandez7685]

I'm interested!

[@riccardo50001]

This looks quite charming. What is the temperature in the summer in Fahrenheit? And is there a good health care there? Also, is there an airport nearby?

[@Broadwaybuff-pi1qg]

Those are things you can google quite easily.

[@jeffkravitz9109]

Nice vid. Like to see cheeper homes in that city area. 50 to 100k

[@FreeToBe_Me]

😂

[@jenniferbonilla4145]

Probably a decade late!

[@Yahniboy]

@@jenniferbonilla4145 two decades too late

[@NomadicRVLiving]

You can find one and two bedroom homes for about $75K to $100K but the neighborhoods are not very nice and not much pride of ownership. There are a couple of places you could get a decent home or condo for $150K, but in my opinion you need about $200K to $225K to get a nice two bedroom condo in a gated community.

[@1dktre]

San Miguel Condos Please

[@maniizz]

How much can the condo be rented for?

[@sherriesegal2104]

How do I get started?

[@Paisley2U]

I would like to see larger, single family detached homes.

[@dorahernandez7685]

Thank you for this video. I am looking to retire in SMA in 2025. I'll be looking for a place to live, and this video really helped me. ❤

[@bernstin6846]

Is there parking at the first house?

[@NomadicRVLiving]

Many houses do not have parking because you don't need a car here in San Miguel. I never thought I would be happy without a car and I love it. I zip around town on my ebike or walk. If I am out late I take a taxi or uber home and it's about $5.

[@bakersneza86]

I think I'm going to retire there is beautiful and affordable and is almost time!!

[@ParisianThinker]

Didn't care for the stairs for retirees, Please show a one floor residence for one person that is not furnished.

[@sherriesegal2104]

Who can I speak with about a move to Mexico?

[@rfink222]

I would visit first and maybe rent a place to stay for a year to make sure it is a fit. Plus I wouldn't move any belongings across the border, just bring luggage and buy what you need. Most rentals and houses are furnished. IMO it is way too much trouble and expensive to move stuff to Mexico. I've done it, going and coming back, big mistake.

[@judithgrace9850]

40 minutes from.Queretaro