Mérida is the capital of the Mexican state of Yucatán, and the largest city in southeastern Mexico. The city is also the seat of the eponymous municipality.
Looking for a vibrant and culturally rich destination for you to explore? Look no further than Mérida, Mexico! Located in the heart of the Yucatán Peninsula, this city boasts a unique blend of Mayan, Spanish, and Caribbean cultures that is sure to captivate any traveller. From the delicious food to the beautiful architecture to the natural wonders, there’s something for everyone to discover in this “White City.”
Merida's architecture is a captivating blend of styles, reflecting its rich history because of the fusion of Latin America, European, Lebanese, Asian, African, and Indigenous cultures, all mixing during the colonial period. Furthermore, is home to several designated UNESCO World Heritage sites including the well-preserved Mayan towns of Chichen Itza and Uxmal. The state's capital, Mérida features a vibrant culinary scene, modern museums, natural and historical attractions.
For a Mexican city whose reputation tends to concentrate on its gilded age of the early 20th century, some hundred years later, Mérida is experiencing a second coming.
Between new hotels, restaurants, galleries, and museums, one way to describe the varied ventures in the city would be doing something new with something old: many of Mérida’s residents are drawing inspiration from the sense of history threaded both within the city, and throughout the lush Yucatán peninsula, in their pursuit of these bold new ventures.
Real estate market in Mérida is in a period of growth and development. The city's government is actively investing in infrastructure and public works projects, which are creating new opportunities for businesses and investors alike as companies such as Amazon, Walmart and Leoni have chosen Yucatán as the headquarters for their Logistics Centres.
As a result, property values in Mérida are expected to continue to rise, making it an excellent investment opportunity above other states like Mexico City, Nuevo Leon and Jalisco.
Mérida is renowned for its safety and tranquillity according to the CEO World magazine safety index in 2019, Mérida is the safest city in America after Quebec City, Canada. In the same way, the National Institute of Statistics and Geography (INEGI), indicated that it is one of the urban areas where the inhabitants have a better perception of security.
Yucatán is considered the safest state in Mexico. A secure environment fosters confidence among investors and residents alike. According to CEOWorld magazine, Mérida, the capital of Yucatán, is ranked as the second safest city in North America after Quebec City for populations of over half a million inhabitants. This recognition is attributed to Mérida's exceptionally low crime rates and high levels of security. The city's appeal for investments is further enhanced by its outstanding quality of life.
Life in Mérida is characterized by its tranquility, safety, and access to green spaces, natural landscapes, excellent infrastructure, and a rich cultural scene, among other advantages. FORBES magazine affirms that the safety in Mérida rivals that of the safest cities in Europe, a sentiment shared by both residents and visitors.
Vertical Housing Market Opportunity
Vertical housing registered a significant increase in the Residential segment. So far in 2023, 4,644 units have been sold, 60.25% correspond to horizontal housing and 39.75% to vertical housing.
• Project Launch: 2011
• Pre-sale Price: $24.14 CAD
• Price - 2023: $134.49 CAD
• Investment Increase by 457%
• Project Launch: 2015
• Pre-sale Price: $65.52 CAD
• Price - 2023: $296.55 CAD
• Investment Increase by 353%
• Project Launch: 2014
• Pre-sale Price: $31.03 CAD
• Price - 2023: $131.03 CAD
• Investment Increase by 322%
• Project Launch: 2019
• Pre-sale Price: $137.93 CAD
• Price - 2023: $420 CAD
• Investment Increase by 205%
• Project Launch: 2017
• Pre-sale Price: $51.72 CAD
• Price - 2023: $158.90 CAD
• Investment Increase of 207%
• Project Launch: 2018
• Pre-sale Price: $257.86 CAD
• Price - 2023: $448.27 CAD
• Investment Increase of 63%
• Project Launch: 2021
• Pre-sale Price: $189.65 CAD
• Price - 2023: $304.55 CAD
• Investment Increase of 61%
• Project Launch: 2020
• Pre-sale Price: $234.48 CAD
• Price - 2023: $310.34 CAD
• Investment Increase of 32%
Haciena Kikteil, Mérida
Starting From Approximately $135,000 CAD
Gran Provincia, Mérida
Starting From Approximately $155,000 CAD
Country Lakes, Mérida
Starting From Approximately $135,000 CAD
Yucalpetén Resort & Marina, Mérida
Starting From Approximately $675,000 CAD
Arrecife, Sisal
Starting From Approximately $395,000 CAD or fractional (month) $38,000 CAD
Verana, Chicxulub
Starting From Approximately $200,000 CAD