Deciding Where #3 – Mountains v. Seashore
Are you undecided between living at the beach or inland? One thing to keep in mind is that as a non-Mexican citizen you cannot own property outright within a certain distance of the coast, although a legal mechanism, the fideocomiso, exists to make quasi-ownership possible and secure, but it will cost you extra in fees, legal expenses, and hassles. This is also true of owning property close to the US border.
If you’re leaning towards the beach, IMHO the climate on the Pacific coast is far more pleasant than that on the eastern side, which is very humid.
Another thing to consider, if you are on a budget, is that maintaining a house on or near the beach will take much more time and money than a comparable property inland, due to the corrosive effects of the salt air. Three coats of marine varnish on your new mahogany door can morph into dust in less than a year.
If you are looking to live inland, check out the altitude of prospective locations. Many areas of Mexico are at 5000 feet or more, which has a salutary effect on the climate in areas below the Tropic of Cancer. Consider also if you have any health problems that might be affected — for better or worse — by higher elevations.
If you have a favorite mode of exercise or recreational activity (hiking, cycling, deep sea diving), make sure you will be able to practice it in the new place.