Is a quiet, simple life possible in PR on a modest income?

Sloan1932 · 2014-08-20T06:37:29+02:00

I posted in another thread, which may have been incorrect. I'm very new at forums. In any event, I'd like to move to PR in October or November. My goal would be to remain there for at least a year; but some of the posts I've read are a bit discouraging. I am, however, an optimist and am very adaptable. I'm an independent author with a small monthly income (enough to live in New Mexico with only a part-time job to make things more comfortable). What I'd like to find is a quiet, simple, safe place to live in PR for around $700 per month. Is that possible? If so, what area(s) do you recommend? It seems Rincon is a good area for an English speaker; but I'm not sure about the prices there. Any guidance would be greatly appreciated. Oh, the main point of PR for me is to be within walking distance of the beach. So, that's a factor also. Thanks!

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Schuttzie Serial expat

Member since 22 April 2014

SchuttzieSerial expat31 August 2014 16:52:19

#41

824

Yes, that is exactly the kind of life we want, too! Do some biking, walking, swimming (want to take up surfing), exploring, reading, and just plain watching the beauty around us. Maybe even do some volunteer work. We have my husband's pension which will be sufficient and our health is very good so not really any worries there. We just got to be patient and make it happen

Sloan1932 Member

Member since 20 August 2014

Sloan1932Member31 August 2014 18:57:13

#42

Yes, Schuttzie. Timing is everything, isn't it? Enjoy the rest of your weekend!

Schuttzie Serial expat

Member since 22 April 2014

SchuttzieSerial expat01 September 2014 00:40:58

#43

824

Thank you. enjoy your Labor Day!

Herbert Homebody Member

Member since 10 October 2014

Herbert HomebodyMember10 October 2014 22:05:31

#44

Hello there,
I live here on very little money but even owning your house, car and such $700 wouldn't be enough unless you never see a doctor, buy cable, internet, entertainment and such. You can still shop on Amazon though! Good luck!

Marg123! New member

Member since 17 April 2017

Marg123!New member17 April 2017 21:12:14

#45

Hello, I was reading your questions and the responses you were receiving. Did you end up moving there yet? And if so was it easier than what u expected ?

ReyP ViP

Member since 09 May 2015

ReyPViP17 April 2017 21:27:22

#46

5509

It is unlikely you will get a response given that this thread is about 3 years old, people come and go and don't always follow thru.

The last time she posted anything was 2 years ago.
and the last time she visited the site was around a year ago.

Marg123! New member

Member since 17 April 2017

Marg123!New member17 April 2017 21:54:42

#47

Thank you very much ReyP. Very helpful advise as well

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