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    Top 3 areas to live in Cuenca preferred by expats

    Cuenca has many attractive areas to live in, due to its good quality of life. Some examples of that are the drinking water service, the new tram (it’s the largest public transport system in Cuenca and the first modern tram in Ecuador), the bicycle paths and many more advantages which make it the number one destination to live in the entire country.

    In recent years it has become a multicultural city, welcoming several foreigners who have decided to settle in the country. In September 2009, International Living magazine named it “the world’s top retirement destination,” encouraging dozens of foreigners (mainly American retirees) to move to Cuenca.

    Today we will talk about these 3 areas

    1. Ordóñez Lasso Avenue

    The main entry and exit route to the western part of the city.

    For several years, on this avenue, specifically in the area of the Oro Verde Hotel, a pretty remarkable growth of the urban sector has been seen, mainly in modern buildings. This growth came along with the presence of expats; this area has become one of the favorite places chosen by expats to live in.
    An average of 30% of expats lives in this area.

    This area has many bilingual places like restaurants, bakeries, bars with live music where several people from the expat community meet, this will help you make friends and blend in to Cuenca easier. One of the biggest supermarkets is also located near this avenue.

    2. Puertas del Sol (Gates of the Sun)

    This is another of the area with a high percentage of expats. It has fabulous views, green areas to walk and also plenty of space to walk your dog. Adding to this, the presence of the majestic Tomebamba River. You don’t always have the privilege to live near a river that crosses the whole city.
    Many Expats decide to live in that area because there are many apartments inside condominiums, also because of security issues and easy access to different places of the city.

    3. Challuabamba

    This area is warm – not so cold like Cuenca – and is further from the center of city. There you can enjoy excellent walks and mountain biking very close to the area. The land and houses in that area are usually very large, which means it’s more likely to have large green spaces. There is a high growth in this area with several supermarkets, schools, pharmacies, parks and recreational areas.

    More Info: WhatsApp # 096 189 4496

    Santiago Vanegas: ecohousef2019@gmail.com 096 189 4496. Call after: 8 AM.

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    Ed
    me too! as far as I know, there was only one attempt 4 years ago to research the where expats in Cuenca live, but the problem with the research was it was not a random sample 0 0
    Dena Jo
    I'm curious to know where you got the 30% figure. 0 0
    Pixelvt
    good question and I wonder about the motivation of this post, we all choose to live in places that suit us right, do I really care where you or others live here in Cuenca ? 0 0
    Lorenzo
    I wouldn't want to make any false accusations, but I'll guess at a motive. Some of these posts are thinly disguised advertisements for services. Like the architect soliciting responses to a survey concerning home design. Santiago could be in the real estate business. The title of his post draws interest... 0 0
    Pixelvt
    Agree 0 0
    Brahmi Ishaya
    Why move to another country and bring the gringo culture with you? All that happens is that merchants raise prices for the "wealthy" foreigners, but the increase fails to trickle down to the average Ecuadorian or provide much of a change in their daily lives. 0 0
    Pixelvt
    exactly, nothing against fellow gringos, but I did not move here to be in mini-USA or just to save money, but to enjoy and learn a different culture 0 0
    D.a. Chavez
    I’m with Pixelvt... 0 0
    Gerard
    You missed the best area, El Vergel, or the stadium area, either side of Solano, between the Rio Tomebamba and Rio Yanuncay. Easy 5 to 20 minute walk to the Centro. Also, lots of bus lines run along Solano. Many and good variety of restaurants and shops. Three major medical... You missed the best area, El Vergel, or the stadium area, either side of Solano, between the Rio Tomebamba and Rio Yanuncay. Easy 5 to 20 minute walk to the Centro. Also, lots of bus lines run along Solano. Many and good variety of restaurants and shops. Three major medical centers (Santa Inez, Monte Sinai, and Santa Ana). The newest and biggest Supermaxi, which is actually a major remodel and expansion of the first Supermaxi in Cuenca in the '80s. Also for outside the city, I prefer San Juaquin over Challuabamba. Much closer and much prettier. The draw for Challuabamba is a warmer temperature if that is what you are seeking. Read more 0 0
    Ryan James
    And also ItalDeli and a short walk to Luvimar. There is a mercado here too. Mercado 27 de Febrero 0 0
    Pixelvt
    thanks, places to avoid 0 0
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