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Retireded
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Any input about Bahia de Los Angeles
Merry Christmas All,
Can anyone offer any input about the Bahia de Los Angeles area? I have been offered the opportunity to buy a piece of land there, semi improved, for
what seems a very reasonable price. In the event we buy, I'll probably look for a mobile to set up there for a start. I'm looking for general info
about the area, What to expect if I move there, etc. Any input will be appreciated as I have never yet been there. We are thinking of taking a ride
sometime in the next few weeks to look it over. Ensenada is as far south as we have ventured thus far, living in El Sauzal, but the wanderlust is
getting under my skin again, and I fully intend to see as much of this beautiful place as I can now that I've made it this far.
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EnsenadaDr
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My opinion is to go ahead and visit these places, but as far as living there full time, there is the problem of getting adequate healthcare attention,
unless you have an arm and a leg to pay a private hospital and/or air ambulance service. I also like the proximity of being near the US border for
that same reason. El Sauzal is a great location, and close to whatever you might need. The other places can get unbearably hot in the summers.
[Edited on 12-25-2012 by EnsenadaDr]
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desertcpl
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I think you need to take some time and look around a bit, Bahia is a beautiful place for sure, but it might not be for every one IMHO
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willardguy
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all good advise. you need somewhere to flee come summer! (jmo)
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woody with a view
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great place.
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desertcpl
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well I think we all are getting ahead of our selfs, the OP didnt say he/they was going to live there year around
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Retireded
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A ctually, we're not thinking year'round residence, but more of a getaway now and then. 4 sons interested in chipping in to make it a family shared
vacation spot. One concern is the safety or the place while unoccupied, I have heard horror stories from some places, but may think of renting it out
at least part time, possibly more than one mobile or structure would allow it to be occupied year round, just not by us.
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desertcpl
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you need some input from Paulina, she has lived there along time and nows whats going on, you might also try looking and posting on the Bahia site
also, and you can ask question for Mia which runs the site
http://www.bahiadelosangeles.info/
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larryC
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I live there most of the time and like it alot. Lots to do, fishing, diving, exploring old ranchos, old gold mines or just hiking. I even have a house
for sale there. It is worth a look to see if you like the area. I also like the Loreto area alot. I like Bahia because it is only a 1 day drive back
to the border. Like Ensenada Dr says though if you have health issues Bahia may not be the place for you. There is a clinic there with a doctor most
of the time but it is very basic. No lab or surgical capabilities. Where or what part of bahia is the property you have been offered near? Electricity
is available in most areas except south of town. The road south of town has recently been surveyed and is scheduled for paving in the near future. I
suspect that power lines will follow soon after the paving.
Larry
Off grid, 12-190 watt evergreen solar panels on solar trackers, 2-3648 stacked Outback inverters, 610ah LiFePo4 48v battery bank, FM 60 and MX60
Outback charge controllers, X-240 Outback transformer for 240v from inverters, 6500 watt Kubota diesel generator.
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Ateo
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Nice place for sure if you have AC in the summer.
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DENNIS
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| Quote: | Originally posted by Retireded
I have been offered the opportunity to buy a piece of land there, semi improved, for what seems a very reasonable price. |
If you, or someone in your family, isn't a national, you'll have to buy it with a fideocomiso, a bank trust. If you're being offered any, as in ANY,
alternative to that method, drain your beer glass and run like hell.
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bajajeffrey
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IMHO...The real Baja doesn't start UNTIL your south of Ensenada. (small towns and no hustle)
You would still be a days trip from the border, a plus.
The Museum is a good First stop in BOLA, great place to get the skinny on where to eat, stay, etc....
Might want to consider buying something already built a and fixing it up.
Make sure to stop and get out of the car at first sight of the bay and take it all in.
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bacquito
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Places to live
| Quote: | Originally posted by EnsenadaDr
My opinion is to go ahead and visit these places, but as far as living there full time, there is the problem of getting adequate healthcare attention,
unless you have an arm and a leg to pay a private hospital and/or air ambulance service. I also like the proximity of being near the US border for
that same reason. El Sauzal is a great location, and close to whatever you might need. The other places can get unbearably hot in the summers.
[Edited on 12-25-2012 by EnsenadaDr] |
I agree with the Dr. I am 71 and live in Ensenada because it is a great town to live in but it is also close to the border in case of medical
attention if needed. I am registered with Seguro Popular in case of an emergencies. I can visit BOLA, San Quintin and other places.
Why don't you consider Ensenada, south of Ensenada such as Punta Banda?
bacquito
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24baja
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I would encourage you to visit, and then conact Larry C about his turnkey place it is a good deal especially with 4 partners. Also contact Carolina at
the museum there as she has infor on the house toward LaGringa that is for sale. Our house there has brought us much joy and happiness, views to die
for, fishing is great and the people are friendly and glad to see you......good luck! Connie and Brett
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bkbend
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When I retireded it was where I chose to hang my hat for half the year and I think it's a great place. But, it may not be for everyone so be sure to
check it out closely and see if it fits with what you are looking for. LarryC nailed the to-dos but there are some challenges due to remoteness (the
remoteness is also a plus in many ways). The cost of living is a little higher and the nearest ATM is 120 miles away are two challenges that bubble
to the top of the list. No problems with safety while you are there, security while gone will probably depend on your proximity to other residents
who can keep an eye on your place when you're gone. If you visit and like it, try and find other places for sale so you can compare and see if what
you are looking at really is a reasonable price.
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DENNIS
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Hey...all you LA Bayites....He says someone wants to sell him some land down there......reasonable.
Is that happening? Anything he should watch out for?
Maybe he needs a quick course in Mex real estate.
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bkbend
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I see a lot of signs advertising property for sale, so apparently there is land for sale. I'm certainly not qualified to know what one would need to
look out for in the purchase of property in this area, I lease and can walk away with minimal financial damage.
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liknbaja127
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We will be heading down, this week end. can try to get some picts. if you can get
me the area info. Hope it works out for you guys, Its is a beauitful place!
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It has been awhile since I have been there, I remember they turned off the generator at 10 PM and it was very windy...Do they have electricity there
now? Solar?
I hear the whales song
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24baja
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| Quote: | Originally posted by bajagrouper
It has been awhile since I have been there, I remember they turned off the generator at 10 PM and it was very windy...Do they have electricity there
now? Solar? |
yes they have power south of town to red hill and 5 mi north of town. we still have solar.
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