Living in Chapalita, Guadalajara

Monthly rent in MXN ($). First-hand contracts come straight from the landlord or housing company. Second-hand contracts are sublets, and they usually cost more.

Within AffordWhere's Guadalajara dataset, a one-bedroom here averages about $12,500/month — roughly 7% below the city median, and among the more affordable of the 6 areas we track. Two-bedrooms run $16,000 - $22,000/month and three-bedrooms $24,000 - $32,000/month on second-hand contracts. At 20 minutes to the center by bus, it sits farther out than most Guadalajara areas in the set. On safety it rates 4/5, around the middle in the city. Based on its rent, commute, and the residential, families, parks tags, it may suit families and longer-term renters who want space.

Weighing options? For cheaper rent, see Zapopan Centro. For a shorter commute, see Americana.

Rent figures reflect official statistics compiled January 2026. See data sources.

OpenStreetMap maps Roll & Bits Autobús as the nearest rail stop, Glorieta Chapalita as nearby green space and Soriana as the nearest supermarket around the Chapalita reference point. A school and a pharmacy are also mapped within walking distance. It also shows several cafés and restaurants mapped within about 700m of that point.

Amenity data from OpenStreetMap contributors, available under the Open Database License (ODbL). The extracted amenity dataset is published under the same license.

How much is rent in Chapalita, Guadalajara?

A 1-bedroom apartment in Chapalita costs $11,000 - $14,000/month (second-hand contract) or $10,000 - $13,000/month (first-hand). A 2-bedroom ranges from $16,000 - $22,000/month, and a 3-bedroom from $24,000 - $32,000/month.

Is Chapalita safe for expats?

Chapalita has a safety rating of 4/5 (Safe) on our scale. That is one of the higher ratings on the 1-5 scale; as always, check specific streets and visit at different times before signing a lease.

How long is the commute from Chapalita to Guadalajara center?

The commute from Chapalita to Guadalajara city center takes approximately 20 minutes by bus.

What is Chapalita like to live in?

Mid-range residential neighborhood with parks and local shops. Family-friendly with good restaurants. In our data it is tagged as residential, families, parks.