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Old 02-25-2018, 11:22 AM
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i have a patio villa, the smallest house 2bdrm 2 bath and i figured out my monthly costs for housing here without a mortgage is roughly $600 per month including taxes and insurance. i have drought resistant plants so many times can shut off outdoor sprinklers. that includes termite contract, yard care, utilities and cable etc but i have the least expensive package and my bond is paid off. i think most people spend more than that but it is doable if you have a small budget. and i am lucky to have a very inexpensive lawn care guy who does our whole neighborhood and only charges me $250 a year but as i said a very small plot and mostly drought resistant shrubs, not much lawn. the amenity fee goes up a few dollars each year. in nine years it has gone from $135 to $149! my lifestyle here is great fun and worth a few extra dollars to participate in all the activities i so enjoy!
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