Jamaica
What is a typical expat home or apartment like in Jamaica?
We asked expats what a typical home or apartment in Jamaica is like. They answered...
"A typical expat home or apartment in Jamaica is usually a luxury apartment or villa with modern furnishings and modern amenities, such as air conditioning and fast internet. Expat living in Jamaica typically enjoys a generous living space, with bright and airy rooms and large balconies with a view of the ocean. Expats may also have access to a private swimming pool and patio area, making it a perfect place to relax and enjoy the sights and sounds of the Jamaican countryside," commented one expat who made the move to Jamaica.
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"We live in a single family rental house located in a subdivision, called a scheme, here in Jamaica. We have not met a lot of expats yet, but the one couple that we did meet live in a house that they purchased," remarked another expat in Falmouth, Jamaica.
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What is a typical expat home or apartment like in Jamaica?
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About the Author
Betsy Burlingame is the Founder and President of Expat Exchange and is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International
and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University
with a BA in International Business and German.
Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.
