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Hi Robin! I  can't speak to Merida specifically, but I have spent time in Valladolid, which is about two hours from there. I'm actually looking at relocating myself (later this year?!?) and will end up in Valladolid. I will also be listing a couple of apartments and houses for rent in that area in the very near future (starting at about $250/mo for a 1 BR unit). I do property management/vacation rentals here in the US and will be doing the same in Valladolid, helping a friend with his properties. I'm happy to discuss further, if it may be of interest. One of the benefits of Valladolid is that it is so central to many attractions on the Yucatan Peninsula: Tulum, Chichen Itza, Cancun, Playa del Carmen.

Hello Robin,

My name is Lisa. I currently live in Merida and have for the last three years. We love it here. It is safe, affordable and welcoming. The heat can be a bit much from April thru July. We have learned to adjust. We live in the san Sebastian barrio. There is a large expat community in Merida. It is a mix of Americans, Canadians, French and a little of everywhere else. This community is diverse and open. I think you would enjoy it. Merida is only 45 minutes to the beach. We usually go at least once a month to fish or swim. Enjoy your time here.

Thank you Lisa for the information!  I will keep it in mind when I visit in the summer.

Robin

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Thank you for the information!  We are not sure yet when we plan on moving -- one of us will move there first -- but I'll certainly be in touch with you when the time comes up.

Plus, I'm thinking about visiting this summer to take a look around.  It' all pretty overwhelming and new so any help we can get is much appreciated.

Thank you again for responding!

Robin

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