Earl Posted April 18, 2014 Report Share Posted April 18, 2014 Does anyone have any suggestions for how I can get to see some rental properties? It's my guess that the real estate companies who have rental listings are much more interested in sales. They don't return calls and publish defunct email addresses, promise to get back with me, tell me how busy they are, tell me they don't know what their schedule is, give me a new email address--also defunct.....You get the picture. I have had 2 other individuals tell me they've had the same problem. Admittedly, 2 is not a huge sampling, but this was also my experience 8 yrs ago. I really would like to see some of the properties that are listed. I can't help but wonder if the folks who own these properties have any idea of how would-be-renters are ignored. And this problem is not just because it's Holy Week. It's been ongoing. Thanks for any help you can offer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maw7815 Posted April 18, 2014 Report Share Posted April 18, 2014 Try Marina- I have heard good things about her. http://rentallocatersmx.com/long_term_rentals.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SunshineyDay Posted April 18, 2014 Report Share Posted April 18, 2014 I second Marina Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jguerin Posted April 18, 2014 Report Share Posted April 18, 2014 I know a 2nd floor place for rent. Very attractive. PM me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cstone Posted April 18, 2014 Report Share Posted April 18, 2014 Mirna, at Continental Realty is a gem. Just walk into the office and ask for her. She has LOTS of listings, and either she or one of the agents will make arrangements to help you. Could also be that this is a holiday time, and people are on vacation, part time or covering for others who are on vacation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paradise Posted April 18, 2014 Report Share Posted April 18, 2014 I would also check the listings on vrbo.com / plenty of photos and location maps.... they are a little expensive but you might find something special to your likings Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cookj5 Posted April 18, 2014 Report Share Posted April 18, 2014 How about following up on some of the listings on the various bulletin boards? You can find them at the Lake Chapala Society, Donas Donuts, El Torito Grocery, and Superlake Grocery, among others. You will not only avoid the run around you are experiencing at the agencies, but the rents will likely be cheaper because the owners putting up the listings are not paying the big agency fees. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
el bartman Posted April 19, 2014 Report Share Posted April 19, 2014 Earl, if you have found rental listings with realtors and had a negative experience with them why would you want them to act as your potential property manager? You think they are suddenly going to be attentive when you rent the property? I personally do not believe there are many really good rental properties out there but JNC's advise makes the most sense to me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GaleM Posted April 19, 2014 Report Share Posted April 19, 2014 I have used Roma on Javier Mina and found them to be very responsive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lcscats Posted April 19, 2014 Report Share Posted April 19, 2014 Second on Roma. We have rented two houses from them and very satisfied. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joyfull Posted April 19, 2014 Report Share Posted April 19, 2014 Does anyone have any suggestions for how I can get to see some rental properties? It's my guess that the real estate companies who have rental listings are much more interested in sales. They don't return calls and publish defunct email addresses, promise to get back with me, tell me how busy they are, tell me they don't know what their schedule is, give me a new email address--also defunct.....You get the picture. I have had 2 other individuals tell me they've had the same problem. Admittedly, 2 is not a huge sampling, but this was also my experience 8 yrs ago. I really would like to see some of the properties that are listed. I can't help but wonder if the folks who own these properties have any idea of how would-be-renters are ignored. And this problem is not just because it's Holy Week. It's been ongoing. Thanks for any help you can offer. I think the problem of not getting a response is more cultural. Mexicans like to do business in person, especially on initial contact. Go into the office of the listed property and meet the agent with lots of smiles and niceties. After the initial contact you should get phone and emails returned. Mexicans do business differently than we do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sm1mex Posted April 19, 2014 Report Share Posted April 19, 2014 Roma and Rental Locators might be an option. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lakeside7 Posted April 20, 2014 Report Share Posted April 20, 2014 Does anyone have any suggestions for how I can get to see some rental properties? It's my guess that the real estate companies who have rental listings are much more interested in sales. They don't return calls and publish defunct email addresses, promise to get back with me, tell me how busy they are, tell me they don't know what their schedule is, give me a new email address--also defunct.....You get the picture. I have had 2 other individuals tell me they've had the same problem. Admittedly, 2 is not a huge sampling, but this was also my experience 8 yrs ago. I really would like to see some of the properties that are listed. I can't help but wonder if the folks who own these properties have any idea of how would-be-renters are ignored. And this problem is not just because it's Holy Week. It's been ongoing. Thanks for any help you can offer. Please PM me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mainecoons Posted April 20, 2014 Report Share Posted April 20, 2014 You can post on here and on Inside Lakeside what you are looking for and ask people to PM you. You can leave notices on the bulletin boards. Definitely walking the area you are interested in will turn up some leads. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aquaponicsman Posted April 21, 2014 Report Share Posted April 21, 2014 I rented this house for $4000 pesos/month... 6BR, furnished. But, way out in Santa Cruz de la Soledad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lakeside7 Posted April 21, 2014 Report Share Posted April 21, 2014 I rented this house for $4000 pesos/month... 6BR, furnished. But, way out in Santa Cruz de la Soledad. I sent you a PM Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ctsrle Posted April 29, 2014 Report Share Posted April 29, 2014 ctsrle, If you would like to suggest your private property to a poster please send them a PM. The rules do not permit forum postings to sell or rent private property. That is why your separate post has been removed. Mexpat06, moderator Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guiness Posted April 29, 2014 Report Share Posted April 29, 2014 Please post what you are looking for (ie: how many bedrooms, specific location if it matters, etc) - you will get many responses from owners that may have properties available. It is also important to state whether you require furnished or unfurnished. Be prepared to supply a healthy list of references. Good luck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Earl Posted April 30, 2014 Author Report Share Posted April 30, 2014 Going in person did make a difference with 2 of the rental offices. The third one was exceedingly rude and limited me to looking at only one place. I agree with the person who said, in effect, that such lax agents would also not be responsive to your needs as a renter. I need something near a bus route and prefer unfurnished. I want 2 bedrooms and 1.5 or 2 bathrooms. I prefer San Antonio or Ajijic but not lower La Floresta. I love the location and security of El Parque, but what they ask for tiny houses where there is hardly room to change your mind.... A couple folks said they PM'd me. I will do a search through my email because I have not seen anything. Thank you all for your help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kbleitch Posted April 30, 2014 Report Share Posted April 30, 2014 Earl - if folks said they would PM you, that won't happen through your email, but instead it is via the messenger function of this board. Scroll to the top of the page when on this forum and look for a small envelope in the upper right corner and click on that, or go to the profile drop down menu and you will find "messenger" as a choice. There is where you will find personal messages (PMs) others have sent you. Good luck finding a rental home. They are out there. We, also, are another satisfied past customer of Roma on Javier Mina. We used to be landlords, but our tenants were equally pleased. And like others said, try to initiate your contact in person. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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