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Lake Chapala real estate, Ajijic real estate, maps, cost of living, retirement, retiring in Chapala.
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 Lake Chapala is only 40 minutes from Guadalajara and less than 30 minuites from Guadalajara's airport. Three main towns are featured, Chapala, Ajijic, and Jocotepec. There are an estimated 45,000 people living in the Chapala/Ajijic area, and many of them are North Americans. Numerous support organizations exist, and they organize activities, provide assistance in purchasing real estate, legal, cultural, shopping, and financial advice. This support makes the Lake Chapala an excellent starting point if you want to investigate retiring in Mexico. It is just far enough away from the big city to be a comfortable retirement haven. It is only 2.5 hours to the coastal beaches south of Manzanillo, 3 hours to Manzanillo itself, and 4.5 hours from Puerto Vallarta. |
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The real estate market is one of the best organized in Mexico, and hundreds of homes are listed for sale on the local MLS service. The fabulous colonial cities of Mexico are mostly within 3-4 hours driving too. Of course we can't forget the great city of Guadalajara which is less than one hour away. You can shop till you drop there, eat gourmet meals, check out colonial buildings, and the entertainment is full-range. Prices are fairly low and the selection is unlimited. The cost of living is lower around Lake Chapala compared to the coastal areas. Restaurant prices can much lower, but higher priced tourist restaurants exist too. Utility costs are lower because air conditioning is not required. And of course, they have the world's most perfect climate. Here are some local links for more information |
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Chapala is a great place for a Sunday afternoon stroll along this park, checking out all the Mexican tourists from Guadalajara. People from Guadalajara come to Lake Chapala for the weekend or just for dinner on the lake. Sometimes all the restaurants are very busy on the weekend.
The above current temperatures are for Guadalajara. The climate on Lake Chapala is generally a little cooler than Guadalajara in the hotter months, and warmer in the colder months. REAL ESTATE
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SHOPPING AND SERVICES Lots of handicrafts, and art works of all kinds can be found in the Lago Chapala area. Virtually unlimited shopping can be found in Guadalajara, a short distance away. Shopping bus tours are run regularly to Guadalajara.
DININGThere is a good selection of restaurants in the Lake Chapala area. Including seafood, Italian, Mexican, Chinese and American. You won't go hungry!
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| Thu, 02 Sep 2010 10:00:51 +0000 ChapalaClub.com Dream Team Member Barbara Garding |
| Barbara and her husband, Wayne moved to Lakeside in 2005. Barbara enjoys golfing (although she is quick to add her handicap is high). She is currently the Secretary on the Board of Directors in her community of Chapala Haciendas.
She has always loved a challenge and so when offered an opportunity to be a Buyer’s Only Realtor for the Dream Team, she took up that challenge with enthusiasm. |
| Wed, 01 Sep 2010 10:00:47 +0000 One of Ajijic’s Newest Upscale Communities: La Reserva |
| One of Ajijics premier marina, country club and exclusive home development on Lake Chapala where you can enjoy the elegance of an exclusive lifestyle. |
| Fri, 27 Aug 2010 10:00:59 +0000 Beam Them to Lake Chapala Scotty |
| If you’re reading this, it’s probably because you want to make your life better, and because you’ve searched out good information on possible retirement (full or part time) here at Lake Chapala Ajijic, Mexico. |
| Wed, 25 Aug 2010 10:00:45 +0000 What Can a Retired Elephant Teach You About Retirement at Lake Chapala, Mexico? |
| Here at Lake Chapala there are so many things to do and new people to meet and share with from all over the world from different cultures, ethnic groups, and backgrounds. There's absolutely no reason to sit around and feel lonely, sad, or even mad. Just pick yourself up, dust yourself off and come take a look at all the things life at Lake Chapala Mexico has to offer. |
| Wed, 18 Aug 2010 10:00:37 +0000 Donna & Ted’s Mini Lake Chapala Vacation |
| Mexican families were everywhere with children of all ages---the little ones were riding their bikes and blowing bubbles, the older ones playing around the fountains and riding their skateboards on the sidewalks |
| Fri, 13 Aug 2010 10:00:35 +0000 Looking for a Bed and Breakfast at Lake Chapala Ajijic Mexico? Check these out! |
| There are a number of excellent Bed and Breakfast Inns in the Lake Chapala area. The below listed locations have repeatedly earned high marks from my clients who have stayed there. (We receive no referral fees.) In Chapala Lake Chapala Inn – www.mexonline.com/chapalainn.htm This Inn is on the Malecon in downtown Chapala with a swimming [...] |
| Wed, 11 Aug 2010 10:00:26 +0000 Introducing Dream Team Member Judy Martin at www.ChapalaClub.com |
| Judy found Lake Chapala when a friend told her about the kind, compassionate local people who live here. She was looking for a care facility for her Mom that they could afford and still give quality care. |
This page covers the towns of Chapala, Ajijic, Jocotepec, San Juan Cosala, San Antonio, all on the north shore of Lake Chapala near Guadalajara.
The picture to the left shows the Fountain of the Fishermen in the lakeside park in the town of Chapala. In the background is the cathedral. Chapala has a more defined commercial core compared to the village of Ajijic. Behind this fountain toward the lake are located many vendors selling products from arts and crafts to food.
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