Cheapest place to live in retirement

[beerrun]

Along the lines of C- YA asking what would you build where would you build where is the cheapest place to live in the US?

 

[whiteworks]

Slab City.

 

[bilz]

Moms house

 

[hallett21]

It’ll be a flyover state. Oklahoma?

Alaska homestead?

 

[angiebaby]

A quick search tells me Ohio, Western TN, Mississippi, Indiana, Oklahoma, and Ala-BAMA! (Sorry, I just always hear the word Alabama in Forrest Gu-ump voice).

 

[evantwheeler]

Moms house

Make sure they put it into a trust!

 

[Xstream]

Homeless in Los Angles (free housing)

 

[BHC Vic]

Ohio

 

[beerrun]

Can't do snow

 

[Flatsix66]

Cement plant off of 95. Make money as a Youtube content creator filming the channel or launch ramp shit shows.

 

[Dunerking]

Moms house

Where’s the meatloaf!!

 

[COCA COLA COWBOY]

So funny this came up. I have been getting a lot of interest in older folk looking to downsize in an affordable fashion. Yes, many leave California, but many hate the weather change. I have this new listing in North County San Diego in a 55+ community with an HOA of $165. Everyone is really cool in this little pocket neighborhood and it's in the north-west side of Escondido which is really nice and close to so decent shopping. $549,999 and this has been completely renovated and move in ready.

https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/1716-Toyon-Gln-Escondido-CA-92026/82933206_zpid/

 

[Javajoe]

So funny this came up. I have been getting a lot of interest in older folk looking to downsize in an affordable fashion. Yes, many leave California, but many hate the weather change. I have this new listing in North County San Diego in a 55+ community with an HOA of $165. Everyone is really cool in this little pocket neighborhood and it's in the north-west side of Escondido which is really nice and close to so decent shopping. $549,999 and this has been completely renovated and move in ready.

https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/1716-Toyon-Gln-Escondido-CA-92026/82933206_zpid/ View attachment 1398664

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Wow, that is a lot of white

 

[dread Pirate]

Missouri or Mexico. Really depends on your food taste. There isn't real Mexican food in Missouri so,,,,

 

[DRYHEAT]

Wow, that is a lot of white

Racist!

 

[C-Ya]

Here is an acre of land. Over 1700sf livable. In Arizona, for 100k.

This is my entry into the cheap place to live sweepstakes. lol

Funny thing is, I started by looking at Bouse, Quatzsite, and Parker. I was surprised how much those places now cost for a home.

https://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/130-W-Hammons-Rd_Ajo_AZ_85321_M11843-59146?from=srp-map-list

 

[C-Ya]

I think it is important to have proximity to:

health care
Major Airport
Groceries
other services

 

[HNL2LHC]

Here is an acre of land. Over 1700sf livable. In Arizona, for 100k.

This is my entry into the cheap place to live sweepstakes. lol

Funny thing is, I started by looking at Bouse, Quatzsite, and Parker. I was surprised how much those places now cost for a home.

https://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/130-W-Hammons-Rd_Ajo_AZ_85321_M11843-59146?from=srp-map-list

This about sums it up….

 

[Gonefishin5555]

I hear houses in Detroit are cheap. You should title this thread best inexpensive place to live cause cheapest is not gonna work most of us. For me its my house in Orange County. low mortgage payment and 2K a year property tax 5 miles from the beach. My choices out of state right now are Boulder City by Lake Mead or Williams AZ. Neither are cheap but more affordable than many places like central CA has gotten a little too pricey though I could move by prop tax base to a place there.

 

[NicPaus]

Wow, that is a lot of white

Looks spacious! That works perfectly for majority of buyers. They can easily paint the walls if they prefer after escrow before move in. Great price also for CA.

 

[hallett21]

So funny this came up. I have been getting a lot of interest in older folk looking to downsize in an affordable fashion. Yes, many leave California, but many hate the weather change. I have this new listing in North County San Diego in a 55+ community with an HOA of $165. Everyone is really cool in this little pocket neighborhood and it's in the north-west side of Escondido which is really nice and close to so decent shopping. $549,999 and this has been completely renovated and move in ready.

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I’ve always wondered how these 55+ communities work. If a trust buys the home how do they enforce the age limit?

 

[D19]

I’ve always wondered how these 55+ communities work. If a trust buys the home how do they enforce the age limit?

Same way they do regardless of how title is held

 

[angiebaby]

I’ve always wondered how these 55+ communities work. If a trust buys the home how do they enforce the age limit?

I believe it has to do with who lives in the home more than who owns it. Residents have to be over 55.

 

[sonicss31]

Not here in the Keys, but I still am loving it.

 

[COCA COLA COWBOY]

I’ve always wondered how these 55+ communities work. If a trust buys the home how do they enforce the age limit?

HOA. The buyer's/any occupant actually have to go to a meeting and be approved by the board. Not really a big deal, but I'm sure there is couple out there where it is a problem. This one is really really good!

 

[coolchange]

Italy buy a house for $1

 

[COCA COLA COWBOY]

Wow, that is a lot of white

White is right! HAHA, this is a 55 and over community so older women seem to gravitate towards white and a bit of gold!

 

[COCA COLA COWBOY]

Missouri or Mexico. Really depends on your food taste. There isn't real Mexican food in Missouri so,,,,

Those are actually probably a couple of the best options. I could do Loreto Mexico or LOTO. I think if I went to Texas or Florida I would become a drunk. I hate bugs and 6 months of heat.

 

[2Driver]

Mostly places you don’t want to live

 

[Pebo]

Have a buddy that bought a house in Kingman AZ. He likes it.

Cheyenne Meadows | New Homes for Sale in Kingman AZ

Interested in new construction homes in Cheyenne Meadows for purchase? Come check out the gorgeous new builds at Century Complete by Kingman today!

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[Lemons]

This about sums it up….

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Beat me to it, I immediately mapped it and had to laugh.

 

[Orange Juice]

Along the lines of C- YA asking what would you build where would you build where is the cheapest place to live in the US?

VA housing.

 

[C-Ya]

FWIW……..

I really like the concept of “The Villages” in central Florida. The largest retirement community in the U.S.

It has a lot to offer. Especially as you get older and older.

I like that it has over 3000 clubs and activities. There is always something to do.

Just remember…….. The older you get, the younger your neighbors seem to be. Lol

To me, it is just as important to have something to do, during the day to keep busy. At the villages, this is not a problem. There is too much to do.

Groups I would join if I lived at The Villages. (In no particular order)

Cruise Travel Group
Precision Golf Cart Parade Team
Woodworking Club
Bowling League
Probably many more that I am unaware of.

The housing is reasonable too. However, you are not buying a home…… You are buying a lifestyle. One that will keep you filled with activities, friendship, and camaraderie of the shared experience.

For me, the negative about the villages is that it is not on the Florida coast. I wish it had ocean access with intracoastal front homes.

For those with Hulu, you should watch this documentary on The Villages. My wife and I found it very entertaining. Especially the guy living in his van, while he tries to meet a rich widow. It’s called “Some Kind of Heaven”

Here is a preview

 

[boatpi]

About 4 or 5 years ago, a magazine came out and gave that answer and it’s more towards the western United States, not someplace in the middle of Arkansas. And the location was Pahrump Nevada.

part of that has to do with the weather. It is cooler than Las Vegas. It has a little elevation. They actually get a little snow here and there and because it’s a dryer heat it’s good for arthritis and things of that sort. Not to mention the cost of housing is crazy and expensive there compared to the rest of Las Vegas in Clark County.

 

[rivermobster]

Along the lines of C- YA asking what would you build where would you build where is the cheapest place to live in the US?

For what? Taxes? Utilities? Groceries? Housing? HOA's?

You thinking of buying property? Building a place? Something turn key? Or just renting something?

I've been doing a bit of homework myself. I think the bottom line for me is, living someplace where I am Absolutely loving life.

You wouldn't buy the cheapest boat, to go boating now would ya?

Food for thought.

 

[941Punk]

Italy buy a house for $1

Buy something nice in Southern Italy for under 40k., we're all in at 26k and I think we overpaid. I think I could paid half if I did it again.
Adriatic sea or Amalfi Coast close.
Live a great life for a few hundred a month.
Do not buy a 1 euro house, it's not what you think it is.

That's what we did/doing.

Here's a link to our village and home sites for sale.

Homes For Sale - Castelbottaccio, Italy

Castelbottaccio is located in the beautiful region of Molise, Italy. This hilltop village in the countryside offers unspoiled views and retains the life of an authentic and traditional Italy. Come experiance life in Castelbottaccio.

www.castelbottaccio.com

There are a lot more homes that are for sale in Italy then what you see on the web. Locals don't like agents.

 

[COCA COLA COWBOY]

I grew up in Palm Desert and know that place like the back of my hand. Lots of people move to the desert to retire...so much that my brother was the Sheriff that worked Indian Wells and pretty much all he did was occupancy checks. He would have to find people in their homes dead and notify their families! He did it so much that it kind of messed him up a bit.

One other fact is that the Costco in Palm Desert sold more alcohol than any other Costco in the US...at least it did in 2007. The reason being is all these people would move to the desert with the grandiose vision that they would golf and play tennis which does happen until the first summer sets in. Once that first summer heats sets in, they end up drinking themselves to oblivion and not getting out much. It's really sad! I'm going to move where I can do my hobbies and interests all year round. I think the Florida boating is pretty awesome, but I think I would need a second home in a cool climate up north.

 

[Pattle]

Prison

 

[Hardly Satisfied]

So funny this came up. I have been getting a lot of interest in older folk looking to downsize in an affordable fashion. Yes, many leave California, but many hate the weather change. I have this new listing in North County San Diego in a 55+ community with an HOA of $165. Everyone is really cool in this little pocket neighborhood and it's in the north-west side of Escondido which is really nice and close to so decent shopping. $549,999 and this has been completely renovated and move in ready.

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That a really nice place

 

[Cdog]

FWIW……..

I really like the concept of “The Villages” in central Florida. The largest retirement community in the U.S.

It has a lot to offer. Especially as you get older and older.

I like that it has over 3000 clubs and activities. There is always something to do.

Just remember…….. The older you get, the younger your neighbors seem to be. Lol

To me, it is just as important to have something to do, during the day to keep busy. At the villages, this is not a problem. There is too much to do.

Groups I would join if I lived at The Villages. (In no particular order)

Cruise Travel Group
Precision Golf Cart Parade Team
Woodworking Club
Bowling League
Probably many more that I am unaware of.

The housing is reasonable too. However, you are not buying a home…… You are buying a lifestyle. One that will keep you filled with activities, friendship, and camaraderie of the shared experience.

For me, the negative about the villages is that it is not on the Florida coast. I wish it had ocean access with intracoastal front homes.

For those with Hulu, you should watch this documentary on The Villages. My wife and I found it very entertaining. Especially the guy living in his van, while he tries to meet a rich widow. It’s called “Some Kind of Heaven”

Here is a preview

Have you read about the “lifestyle “ folks?

 

[rivermobster]

Have you read about the “lifestyle “ folks?

I really did lol at that!

 

[Gelcoater]

You inmates are slippin.

The answer for winter

The answer for summer

 

[OldSchoolBoats]

Mexico

 

[1tonfun]

In a box 6' under

 

[coolchange]

Buy something nice in Southern Italy for under 40k., we're all in at 26k and I think we overpaid. I think I could paid half if I did it again.
Adriatic sea or Amalfi Coast close.
Live a great life for a few hundred a month.
Do not buy a 1 euro house, it's not what you think it is.

That's what we did/doing.

Here's a link to our village and home sites for sale.

Homes For Sale - Castelbottaccio, Italy

Castelbottaccio is located in the beautiful region of Molise, Italy. This hilltop village in the countryside offers unspoiled views and retains the life of an authentic and traditional Italy. Come experiance life in Castelbottaccio.

www.castelbottaccio.com

There are a lot more homes that are for sale in Italy then what you see on the web. Locals don't like agents.

I’m in love with the IDEA of that but the reality is a whole other issue. Living out of country with health care, financial, etc….
Livin my life like a song is not as easy as it would seem.

 

[HB2Havasu]

If you wanna retire on the cheap why bother purchasing land. Lot's of folks winter in an LTVA in Quartsite for $180 bucks for 6 months, then go north in the summer and boondock on National Forest Land for free. Your biggest expense is fuel for your RV.

 

[dribble]

About 4 or 5 years ago, a magazine came out and gave that answer and it’s more towards the western United States, not someplace in the middle of Arkansas. And the location was Pahrump Nevada.

part of that has to do with the weather. It is cooler than Las Vegas. It has a little elevation. They actually get a little snow here and there and because it’s a dryer heat it’s good for arthritis and things of that sort. Not to mention the cost of housing is crazy and expensive there compared to the rest of Las Vegas in Clark County.

Some close friends recently moved there. They bought a 2 acre lot for 60K. Then they were told they had to run new power (even though there was already a meter). They did that and now they’re told they can’t live on the lot in their RV and have to put a structure there. It’s been over 90 degrees at midnight and the A/C in their RV runs 24/7. Now they are selling their Harley to come up with the money for a prefab house. All supposedly to escape California taxes. 75 percent of their income is Social Security, which is not taxed in CA. I told them I paid zero state income tax last year but normally pay $500 or so each year. But hell they are saving on DMV fees. Bottom line is they left a blue state for another blue state.

 

[Sharky]

Wow, that is a lot of white

Yea but, the nice thing is is if you ever need to do some touch up or painting. . . . . . its Sherwin Williams 1004. Pure White.

Spot on match every time.

 

[Cdog]

I really did lol at that!

It’s a real thing for some reason it was on my YouTube feed a year or two ago about all the swingers in those Florida retirement communities

 

[Universal Elements]

In Kingtown AZ of course. Most important is what C-Ya mentioned. We do everything in Las Vegas. Shopping, medical, restaurants and entertainment. If Kingman was 50 miles away, it would be the perfect spot. But the infrastructure is not there and won’t be for a long time. They love to build those houses, but nothing to support them. My views everyday….