Retire in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico
Last updated on Jun 10, 2023
Summary: San Miguel de Allende, Mexico is a popular destination for retirees due to its vibrant culture, stunning colonial architecture, and vibrant art scene. The city is known for its temperate climate, with warm days and cool nights, making it an ideal place to retire. There are several retirement communities in San Miguel de Allende, offering a variety of amenities such as swimming pools, fitness centers, and social activities. The cost of a nice two bedroom home in San Miguel de Allende is typically around $150,000 USD, while a nice three bedroom home can cost around $200,000 USD. The weather in San Miguel de Allende is generally mild, with temperatures ranging from the mid-50s to the mid-80s Fahrenheit throughout the year.
What is it like to retire in San Miguel de Allende?
"Active expat community, hiking and bicycling opps are available Some nightlife, but still miss all the live music from Texas," remarked one retiree in San Miguel de Allende .
"San Miguel de Allende is an attractive destination for retirees from all over the world due to its beauty, vibrant cultural attractions, and affordable lifestyle. The city boasts a wide variety of cafés and restaurants, plentiful art galleries, and charming plazas. There is an active expat community who take part in outdoor activities like cycling, hiking and golf or simply enjoying the stunning views. There is an array of cultural activities ranging from theatre, classical and folk music concerts, art exhibitions, traditional festivals, and the vibrant nightlife. The city also serves as a hub to visit surrounding interesting places like the haciendas and villages, artisan communities and sites of natural beauty. Retirees can take advantage of all that San Miguel de Allende can offer and enjoy a peaceful and fulfilling life," said a retiree who moved to San Miguel de Allende, Mexico.
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Joshua Wood, LPC joined Expat Exchange in 2000 and serves as one of its Co-Presidents. He is also one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. Prior to Expat Exchange, Joshua worked for NBC Cable (MSNBC and CNBC Primetime). Joshua has a BA from Syracuse and a Master's in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Mr. Wood is also a licensed counselor and psychotherapist.
Some of Joshua's articles include Pros and Cons of Living in Portugal, 10 Best Places to Live in Ireland and Pros and Cons of Living in Uruguay. Connect with Joshua on LinkedIn.
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