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Colonia Americana, Guadalajara, Jalisco

Guadalajara, Mexico

Guide Price

$321,550

$5,450,000 MXN

PROPERTY TYPE

Departamento

BEDROOMS

2

BATHROOMS

2

SIZE

936 sq ft

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Description

<div><!--block--><strong><br>Departamento en Venta | 2 Recámaras | CASA BLEU | Protegido por el INAH | Segundo Nivel<br>Vive con Estilo e Historia en el Corazón de Guadalajara<br></strong><br></div><div><!--block--><br>Descubre una oportunidad única de adquirir un departamento en <strong>CASA BLEU</strong>, un desarrollo patrimonial con más de 125 años de historia, ubicado en uno de los barrios más emblemáticos y vibrantes de Guadalajara. Esta propiedad es ideal para quienes buscan una vida cómoda, con estilo y una excelente inversión en una zona de alta plusvalía.<br>El departamento, situado en un <strong>segundo nivel</strong>, destaca por su excelente estado de conservación. Cuenta con 2 recámaras, donde la principal ofrece el privilegio de un balcón y baño en suite. La carpintería se encuentra en excelentes condiciones y el inmueble se entrega equipado con cortinas. Disfruta de una sala-comedor con vistas abiertas que llenan de luz natural el espacio, una cocina integral funcional y un área de lavandería ventilada.<br><br></div><div><!--block--><strong>Una Inversión Inteligente:</strong><br>Actualmente, la propiedad se renta bajo el concepto de estancias cortas, generando excelentes ganancias gracias a su codiciada ubicación, cercanía al centro histórico y al encanto único del edificio.<br><br></div><div><!--block--><strong>CARACTERÍSTICAS INTERIORES<br></strong><br></div><ul><li><!--block--><strong>Recámaras:</strong> 2<br><em>Recámara Principal:</em> Con balcón y baño completo en suite.<ul><li><!--block--><em>Recámara Secundaria:</em> [Especificar tipo de cama/espacio]</li></ul></li><li><!--block--><strong>Baños:</strong> 2 completos.</li><li><!--block--><strong>Estancia:</strong> Sala - Comedor integrada con vistas abiertas.</li><li><!--block--><strong>Cocina:</strong> Integral (con granito, alacena, cubierta).</li><li><!--block--><strong>Área de Lavado:</strong> Cuarto independiente y ventilado.</li><li><!--block--><strong>Carpintería:</strong> En excelente estado.</li><li><!--block--><strong>Extras:</strong> Se entrega con cortinas.</li></ul><div><!--block--><br><strong>CARACTERÍSTICAS EXTERIORES Y DEL DESARROLLO<br></strong><br></div><ul><li><!--block--><strong>Estacionamiento:</strong> 1 cajón techado (al interior, a nivel de piso, siempre en sombra).</li><li><!--block--><strong>Amenidades del Desarrollo:<br></strong>Terraza común con asador y mobiliario.<ul><li><!--block-->Áreas verdes.</li><li><!--block-->Ciclopuerto (estacionamiento para bicicletas).</li><li><!--block-->Elevador.</li><li><!--block-->Doble portón de acceso (seguridad).</li><li><!--block-->Locales comerciales con encanto histórico dentro del mismo desarrollo.</li></ul></li></ul><div><!--block--><strong><br>DATOS CLAVE Y POTENCIAL DE INVERSIÓN<br></strong><br></div><ul><li><!--block--><strong>Zona de Alta Plusvalía:</strong> Sí, por su ubicación privilegiada y cercanía al centro de Guadalajara.</li><li><!--block--><strong>Potencial de Renta (Estancias Cortas):</strong>

Location

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Living in Guadalajara

Mexico's second-largest city and cultural heartland -- birthplace of mariachi and tequila -- with an estimated 50,000 expats and year-round 70F weather. Remarkably affordable (comfortable living on $1,000-$1,500/month is achievable), with great air quality, reliable high-speed internet, and a growing tech scene earning it the nickname 'Mexico's Silicon Valley.' Very safe by Mexican standards and LGBTQ+-friendly, though Spanish opens far more doors than English here.

Taco stands on every corner, rooftop mezcal at sunset, a rhythm of life where lunch is the main event and the street markets overflow with colors you forgot existed.

Visa

Temporary Resident Visa — requires $4,185/mo income or $69,750 in savings. Valid 1-4 years, no employer sponsorship needed. Permanent Resident Visa available after 4 years or with $278,500+ in investments/savings. 2026 update: fees doubled and qualification criteria tightened.

Learn more: The Complete Guide to Moving to Mexico

Key Fact

Mexico has no path from tourist status to residency inside the country — you must apply at a Mexican consulate in the US. Healthcare is excellent and affordable (private insurance ~$100/mo), but bureaucracy moves slowly.

Learn more: Health Insurance for Americans Living Abroad
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Mexico at a glance

How Mexico scores for American expats

💰Cost of Living
Affordable
🛡️Safety
Use caution
🗣️English Spoken
Rarely
🏥Healthcare
Moderate
🌬️Air Quality
Moderate
📶Internet
Moderate
🚶Walkability
Very walkable
🚇Transit
Moderate

Cost of buying in Mexico

Estimated fees and ongoing costs for this property

Closing Costs

5-8% of purchase price

  • ·Acquisition tax: 2-4.5% (varies by state)
  • ·Notary fees: 1-2%
  • ·Appraisal: $3,000-5,000 MXN
  • ·Registry: 0.5-1%

Annual Costs

Property Tax

0.1-0.3% of cadastral value (predial — very low)

Insurance

$300-800/yr

HOA / Condo Fees

$50-200/mo for condos

Good to Know

Agent Fees

Seller typically pays (3-6%)

Foreign Buyer Note

Restricted zone (within 50km of coast, 100km of border): must buy through fideicomiso bank trust (~$500/yr). Interior: direct ownership OK.

Legal help in Mexico

Hire your own attorney — not the seller's. We'll match you with a vetted local lawyer.

Need a local attorney in Mexico?

We'll connect you with an independent, English-speaking real estate attorney experienced with foreign buyers. Not the seller's lawyer — yours.

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MORA HERRERA INMOBILIARIA

Mora Herrera Inmobiliaria

Next steps for moving to Mexico

Interested in this property? Here's how to move forward.

1

Understand the buying rules

Foreign ownership laws vary wildly by country. Some welcome you, others restrict or ban foreign buyers entirely.

2

Sort out your visa

Owning property doesn't give you the right to live there. Research residency options before you buy.

3

Plan your finances

Understand currency risk, international wire transfers, and whether you can get a local mortgage.

4

Know your tax obligations

US citizens are taxed on worldwide income. You'll need to file US taxes from abroad and may owe local taxes too.

5

Set up healthcare

Medicare doesn't cover you overseas. You'll need international health insurance or a local plan.

6

Run the full checklist

Banking, mail forwarding, power of attorney, pet import rules — the complete pre-move checklist.

Source

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Currency

MXN