Guadalajara Real Estate
 Due to its importance as the major industrial and commercial center of western Mexico, Guadalajara has a large community of expatriates. Since the first major step of relocation is securing housing, expats generally select their residential area based on proximity to work and/or school, security, pollution and neighborhood services, such as shops and hospitals.
Atlas Colomos, Ciudad Bugambilias, Club de Golf Santa Anita, Colinas de San Javier, Country Club, Lomas del Valle, Providencia, Puerta de Hierro, Rancho Contento and Valle Real are the main areas of town where expatriate families live. These communities offer the security and comfort that expatriates expect. These neighborhoods are often gated or high-walled residences with security guards and have excellent facilities (like golf courses, gyms or swimming pools), along with proximity to essential services (shops, supermarkets, dry cleaners, etc.). The monthly rent for a house in any one of these residential areas generally ranges from US$1,500 to US$2,500. Buying a House in GuadalajaraGuadadalajara real estate is growing fast in terms of new developments, and most of them are being built in the outskirts of the city. Because of this growth there’s been a surge in services and shopping centers constructed in order to meet the needs of these areas’ inhabitants. Some of the major areas for a living in Guadalajara are: North side: Covers the areas of El Centinela Forest and Las Cañadas Counry Club. It is renowned because American singer Bing Crosby used to play golf there. Price range US$45,000 - US$360,000. Northwest area: This is where the most expensive and luxurious houses, most of them in gated communities, and skyscraper condos are located. Surrounded by plenty of shopping areas, the Colomos Forest and the new developed golf course Las Lomas. Price range US$420,000 - US$1,400,000. West side: On the road to Puerto Vallarta, this area is surrounded by some major universities such as Universidad Panamericana and Tec de Monterrey. Residence areas are a combination of pre-built houses and lots for construction. Very close to La Primavera forest. US$72,000 - US$200,000. South side: The fastest growing area in the city is on the way out to Morelia and Barra de Navidad on the south side of Guadalajara, in the municipality of Tlajomulco. This area includes a lot of new developments as well as restaurants and shopping areas including Wal Mart and Sam’s Club. All of these residential communities are gated and combine built houses and land lots for your own design. Price range US$70,000 - US$500,000. All these areas are considered safe and are close to basic services like hospitals and schools. However, the disadvantage is that these areas are growing so fast that roads are often pushed to capacity; you may find heavy traffic at rush hour. Return to top |
