The 5 Best Areas to Live in Medellín—Colombia’s Top Retirement Haven: Part One

The 5 Best Areas to Live in Medellín—Colombia’s Top Retirement Haven: Part One

When you ask expats why they chose Medellín, Colombia’s City of Flowers, the first answer is almost always the weather. I have to agree. Daytime highs in the low to mid-80s F and evenings in the mid-60s F mean you never need to wear more than a light jacket to be comfortable. Our apartment doesn’t have a thermostat; I just open or close the windows to regulate the temperature. Having great weather means you can be outside all the time to enjoy the city. And Medellín has something for everyone.

The 5 Best Areas to Live in Medellín—Colombia’s Top Retirement Haven: Part Two

The 5 Best Areas to Live in Medellín—Colombia’s Top Retirement Haven: Part Two

Traveling south from El Poblado on either Poblado Avenue or Las Vegas Avenue, you can´t tell where El Poblado ends and Envigado begins. Often referred to as “Medellín´s suburb,” Envigado is an increasingly popular option for expats looking for El Poblado’s ambience but with a lower cost of living.