Portland, Oregon reporting in! This is the tropical Mexico dream house at a dream price!😊 the suggestion in living in a house before doing major things is so key! The pool , even if it's a small one, is a must for cooling down!
Pasta floors are so beautiful and -- buyers, please beware. Pasta is INCREDIBLY slippery. It rains from June to October in Mérida. If you're a retiree, please be mindful. You can and will probably slip on your floors one day. Over 60, consider the impact of a fall. If you're lead of a family of small children, like myself, skip pasta altogether. I bought in Mérida, remodeled, and made sure all of my floors were non-slip. It has payed already in spades even if I traded in the beauty of this historic aesthetic.
This is exactly the kind of house I'd want if I were moving to Mérida. I think your suggestion of doing a light reno and living in for a while before deciding what more to do in terms of pool, casita, etc., is excellent.
Stunning! I can see the potential!! I’d add another room on top and the backyard stone wall, I’d build it up higher but keep that gorgeous stone. 😊 $127k seems like a steal. Maybe $50 k renovation? Love it!! 😊
Nice house lots of potential I’m thinking $100k to remodel basic & two plus years for all the work maybe more if roof needs replacement but at the end of the day well worth it
Depends on the level of remodel. If you started with just plumbing, electrical, walls, floor polish, and new kitchen cabinets you could do all that for about 50. That is without messing with the current floorpan or adding a casita or second story or pool. But to bring it to nice living standards it is very cost effective.
Omg, with the right construction crew and some dollars this could absolutely be a fantastic home… I just love the tiles and the high ceilings… the lot is superb, curious to what is on both sides and to the back of the house, ??? Would like to get an idea of cost to rehab the place, the electrical and plumbing could be costly, roof, windows… if I were 20 years younger I would jump all over ths house… Absolutely love the character of the house, what’s around it???
Cost would depend of course on what level of finishes you decide to go with and what additions you like to make. My guess for electrical, plumbing, finishes, kitchen, pool, casita in the back of the property, redo the bathroom, install AC’s…you’d be looking at $45,000 USD - $55,000 USD. Again, depending on what quality level of appliances, finishes and construction you go with.
I'd love to see an episode on the houses I see for sale in Kanasin. Plus a true breakdown of actual costs. Also if it's even doable as an American to live in that area.
@DestinationRetirement Thanks. I see houses listed in the Facebook marketplace for 450000 pesos in Kanasin. Granted its a bare bones shell. I'm about 3 winters away from living in Merida all winter long. I'm back to Quintana roo in a few days, but then I'll be in Merida in Jan and march.
@@pridemore1 Kanasin is not the area most people would feel comfortable in. It's a bit of a rougher neighborhood. Every city has it's areas you'd like to avoid 😁
I have to get my residency first. I can see myself in a house like this. Of course the area has to as well be desirable. As for the price, it might be a bit too high for a single bedroom casita that needs work.
It is a great price for the city of Mérida. There are parts of the country that are much less or even just outside the city of Mérida. There are also cities that are far more expensive in Mexico. Mexico City is fabulous but not in my budget.
@DestinationRetirement I see. Thank you very much for the clarification. I really like how your renovations have turned out. It does give some insight on what a place like this could look like after renovations.
Amy, I'm not interested, buuuutt. When I saw the back yard area. I'm thinking; build new construction, 2-story Inlaw suit/retreat with rooftop cabana within the shade of the neighbor's tree. Completely separate from the main portion of the house.🤔 BTW, what measurement did you use to determine Parque San Cristóbal is "close" to Parque La Plancha?! Surely, you weren't walking.😢 However, it is close to Mercado San Benito and Mercado Lucas Galvez and Super Aki Mercado.👍👍
Hi Peter, you are spot on. It is about 10 blocks to the Parque, I think. I walked 10 blocks to San Juan a few weeks ago and whew..! I stopped for a popsicle along the way. Moral of the story, eat popsicles. :)
Hola, Here is what I just replied to another viewer: Depends on the level of remodel. If you started with just plumbing, electrical, walls, floor polish, and new kitchen cabinets you could do all that for about 50. That is without messing with the current floorpan or adding a casita or second story or pool. But to bring it to nice living standards it is very cost effective.
Everywhere in Mexico, people are getting priced put of nice, central neighbourhoods. These properties are in serious disrepair because locals cannot afford taxes, upkeep, renovations on grandma's house, or they've moved away to pursue opportunities elsewhere. This home will take years and USD$150k or more to repair, renovate, furnish, and landscape. They sky's the limit on these places. There will be many obstacles along the way. But with any luck, in the end, it'll be gorgeous.
It’s actually a common thread that I deal with very often. In terms of the houses I have for sale in Merida, mostly are sold by locals looking to move up North to the suburbs and newer gated communities (privada’s). Yes, most of MY buyers are foreigners, due to that being our focus market. However, there is an even distribution regarding Mexican nationals / foreigners buying in Merida centro from what I have experienced.
Hello, Yes it does look like mold. It’s actually salitre that comes from the constant humidity and seeps through the concrete block walls. Most of the time when you see these spots, they stop at around waist / chest height (depending on how tall you are of course haha). There’s so much moisture in the ground here (underground rivers / cenotes / rainwater) that the blocks (and especially old mampostería / artisan walls) suck in this moisture. When owning a home in Merida, the walls and roof will require more maintenance than you would carry out back home. You simply sand down the paint, add a moisture barrier sealant, base paint and then paint the color of your choice to match the rest of the wall and voila. For the roof, I advise clients to reseal their roofs every 2-5 years (depending on the quality of the sealant used)
Thanks for that. I literally laughed out loud and showed my bf this comment. I'd love to see your comparative market analysis for recently sold properties of this size in the San Criostobal neighborhood.
@@DestinationRetirement It would be considered crap if it were in my neighborhood. I'm not familiar with this city but clearly even a property like this is in demand. I'd have to trust her and her realtor that they know what pricing is in this area and market. It takes a person with vision and knowledge to buy this place and make it into a highly desirable property. I can visualize it.
Portland, Oregon reporting in! This is the tropical Mexico dream house at a dream price!😊 the suggestion in living in a house before doing major things is so key! The pool , even if it's a small one, is a must for cooling down!
SO KEY. I agree. I had a house with formica counters, I wanted to update them but ended up loving them.
What a sweet house. This could easily be a stunning home.
I know right?! So tempting.... ;)
Pasta floors are so beautiful and -- buyers, please beware. Pasta is INCREDIBLY slippery. It rains from June to October in Mérida. If you're a retiree, please be mindful. You can and will probably slip on your floors one day. Over 60, consider the impact of a fall. If you're lead of a family of small children, like myself, skip pasta altogether. I bought in Mérida, remodeled, and made sure all of my floors were non-slip. It has payed already in spades even if I traded in the beauty of this historic aesthetic.
Yes they are so slippery! I wonder if there is a way to refinish them so they don't slip.
@@DestinationRetirement Don't polish them and let them fade would be my best advice 😅
This is exactly the kind of house I'd want if I were moving to Mérida. I think your suggestion of doing a light reno and living in for a while before deciding what more to do in terms of pool, casita, etc., is excellent.
Thanks Jim!! :)
Stunning! I can see the potential!! I’d add another room on top and the backyard stone wall, I’d build it up higher but keep that gorgeous stone. 😊 $127k seems like a steal. Maybe $50 k renovation? Love it!! 😊
It’s a great project.I agree with your re-no ideas. I wish I had the capital to do this project.
Over the moon..and live in it before remodel..great video
Thank you! More property videos coming. :)
Hey Amy, Tampa here. LOVE the arch. Floors are a plus, and the kitchen will be fun. BUT, the pool is a must. Thanks and see you in April of "25
Hi Paul, A pool is super easy to add. Will you be here on a house hunting adventure?
Nice house lots of potential I’m thinking $100k to remodel basic & two plus years for all the work maybe more if roof needs replacement but at the end of the day well worth it
Depends on the level of remodel. If you started with just plumbing, electrical, walls, floor polish, and new kitchen cabinets you could do all that for about 50. That is without messing with the current floorpan or adding a casita or second story or pool. But to bring it to nice living standards it is very cost effective.
@ true , buy it & flip it you there 24/7 now make the $$$ lol another remodel you a pro now lol
I’m thinking it’s time to sell my Cali home and start over again in Mexico and retire early!
WOW, so much potential. You mentioned its not restricted, so would it be possible to add a master suite above?
AAAAAbsolutely!
Omg, with the right construction crew and some dollars this could absolutely be a fantastic home… I just love the tiles and the high ceilings… the lot is superb, curious to what is on both sides and to the back of the house, ??? Would like to get an idea of cost to rehab the place, the electrical and plumbing could be costly, roof, windows… if I were 20 years younger I would jump all over ths house… Absolutely love the character of the house, what’s around it???
Hi John, at the very end of the video I did s shot looking across the street. Sweet little neighborhood street.
Robert, chime in on cost please..
Cost would depend of course on what level of finishes you decide to go with and what additions you like to make. My guess for electrical, plumbing, finishes, kitchen, pool, casita in the back of the property, redo the bathroom, install AC’s…you’d be looking at $45,000 USD - $55,000 USD. Again, depending on what quality level of appliances, finishes and construction you go with.
I wonder how much it will cost to remodelthis place
You can go all out or spend about 50K to tidy it up, redo the kitchen and bath and add a pool. Do the rest later.
Casa Amy, what's the story of the high step at the entrance door?!
The street May flood it keeps the water from coming in the house
I always wondered about this. All the old churches in Mexico have that weird step up at the entrance.
Exactly, brilliant!
Preventing water intrusion during massive rain events.
I'd love to see an episode on the houses I see for sale in Kanasin. Plus a true breakdown of actual costs. Also if it's even doable as an American to live in that area.
Good point. When I make the move full time I will do more in-depth videos like you suggested.
@DestinationRetirement Thanks. I see houses listed in the Facebook marketplace for 450000 pesos in Kanasin. Granted its a bare bones shell. I'm about 3 winters away from living in Merida all winter long. I'm back to Quintana roo in a few days, but then I'll be in Merida in Jan and march.
@@pridemore1 Kanasin is not the area most people would feel comfortable in. It's a bit of a rougher neighborhood. Every city has it's areas you'd like to avoid 😁
Hi Amy. House still available?
Yes but barely. Please contact the broker. I've had others asking as well.
Hi Amy, the listing says 2 bedroom 1 bath. Is the room that you said you would consider a TV room a bedroom? It doesn’t have a closet either.
Yes, they count that first room as a bedroom. Room does not have to have a closet to be a bedroom (same in the US too). :)
Depends on the state if a bedroom requires a closet.
I have to get my residency first. I can see myself in a house like this. Of course the area has to as well be desirable. As for the price, it might be a bit too high for a single bedroom casita that needs work.
Price is not too high anymore. Seller might be negotiable. Are you in town to look at the area? You can buy without having your residency, I did.
127k for a shell of a house? I thought this was in Mexico!
It is a great price for the city of Mérida. There are parts of the country that are much less or even just outside the city of Mérida. There are also cities that are far more expensive in Mexico. Mexico City is fabulous but not in my budget.
@DestinationRetirement I see. Thank you very much for the clarification. I really like how your renovations have turned out. It does give some insight on what a place like this could look like after renovations.
Where is this located in relation to market
It looks like it's about 6 blocks to San Benito. The listing map pin is accurate.
Also, do they negotiate price in mexico
Yes, they do.
Amy,
I'm not interested, buuuutt. When I saw the back yard area. I'm thinking; build new construction, 2-story Inlaw suit/retreat with rooftop cabana within the shade of the neighbor's tree. Completely separate from the main portion of the house.🤔
BTW, what measurement did you use to determine Parque San Cristóbal is "close" to Parque La Plancha?!
Surely, you weren't walking.😢
However, it is close to Mercado San Benito and Mercado Lucas Galvez and Super Aki Mercado.👍👍
Hi Peter, you are spot on. It is about 10 blocks to the Parque, I think. I walked 10 blocks to San Juan a few weeks ago and whew..! I stopped for a popsicle along the way. Moral of the story, eat popsicles. :)
At least 80k to renovated, I would think...
Hola, Here is what I just replied to another viewer: Depends on the level of remodel. If you started with just plumbing, electrical, walls, floor polish, and new kitchen cabinets you could do all that for about 50. That is without messing with the current floorpan or adding a casita or second story or pool. But to bring it to nice living standards it is very cost effective.
@DestinationRetirement Beautiful house! Thank you
How the locals feel about us immigrants buying the houses in their neighborhoods 🤔 Are they welcoming?
Everywhere in Mexico, people are getting priced put of nice, central neighbourhoods. These properties are in serious disrepair because locals cannot afford taxes, upkeep, renovations on grandma's house, or they've moved away to pursue opportunities elsewhere. This home will take years and USD$150k or more to repair, renovate, furnish, and landscape. They sky's the limit on these places. There will be many obstacles along the way. But with any luck, in the end, it'll be gorgeous.
It’s actually a common thread that I deal with very often. In terms of the houses I have for sale in Merida, mostly are sold by locals looking to move up North to the suburbs and newer gated communities (privada’s). Yes, most of MY buyers are foreigners, due to that being our focus market.
However, there is an even distribution regarding Mexican nationals / foreigners buying in Merida centro from what I have experienced.
Is that MOLD on the walls? Yikes.
It is very very easy to remedy. The humidity causes this when a house is totally unoccupied without any fans/airflow.
Homes in Mexico are made out of concrete.. Mold is not a problem..
Hello,
Yes it does look like mold. It’s actually salitre that comes from the constant humidity and seeps through the concrete block walls. Most of the time when you see these spots, they stop at around waist / chest height (depending on how tall you are of course haha). There’s so much moisture in the ground here (underground rivers / cenotes / rainwater) that the blocks (and especially old mampostería / artisan walls) suck in this moisture.
When owning a home in Merida, the walls and roof will require more maintenance than you would carry out back home.
You simply sand down the paint, add a moisture barrier sealant, base paint and then paint the color of your choice to match the rest of the wall and voila.
For the roof, I advise clients to reseal their roofs every 2-5 years (depending on the quality of the sealant used)
THIS IS CRAP MAYBE WORTH $10K
Thanks for that. I literally laughed out loud and showed my bf this comment. I'd love to see your comparative market analysis for recently sold properties of this size in the San Criostobal neighborhood.
@@DestinationRetirement It would be considered crap if it were in my neighborhood. I'm not familiar with this city but clearly even a property like this is in demand. I'd have to trust her and her realtor that they know what pricing is in this area and market. It takes a person with vision and knowledge to buy this place and make it into a highly desirable property. I can visualize it.
Well clearly some don’t have a good imagination nor any taste. This house is beautiful and so much potential! Thanks Amy. Many of us know quality!