Retire in Lake Chapala, Mexico

Last updated on Mar 14, 2023

Summary: Retirees are attracted to Lake Chapala, Mexico for its beautiful scenery, warm climate, and low cost of living. There are several retirement communities in the area, offering a variety of amenities such as swimming pools, golf courses, and social activities. The cost of a nice two bedroom home in Lake Chapala is typically around $100,000 USD, while a nice three bedroom home can cost around $150,000 USD. The weather in Lake Chapala is generally warm and sunny, with temperatures ranging from the mid-60s to the mid-80s Fahrenheit.

What is it like to retire in Lake Chapala?

"There is a large expat community in Ajijic. Lots of things to do here," said one retiree in living in Ajijic and Chapala, Mexico.

"Ajijic is definitely a retirement area. The majority of the expat population appears to be over 60... That said, there are numerous cultural activities plus exploratory trips around the area and other Mexico venues. Night life is somewhat subdued...but at 75 bed time comes early for us.," explained a retiree in Ajijic.

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