Living in Villa de los Frailes, San Miguel de Allende
What living in Villa de los Frailes is like: residential area south-west of town, gated developments, home types, RESMA asking prices and what to check.
RESMA Real Estate team · Updated 11 Nov 2026
Villa de los Frailes is a residential area south-west of San Miguel de Allende, about 3.7 km in a straight line from the Jardín Principal. Our listings there include stand-alone houses and homes in newer private developments, many with gardens and parking.
Where it is
Based on the map points of RESMA's current listings, Villa de los Frailes lies south-west of the Jardín Principal, roughly 3.1 to 4.3 km in a straight line. Our listings describe it as about 15 minutes by car from the historic center. Developments named in our listings include La Serena Residencial and Antigua Residencial.
What homes are like
Most homes we list are three-bedroom houses, plus some apartments and houses in condominiums. Gardens, patios, terraces, garages and fireplaces are common; some developments have 24-hour security, a pool or a gym.
Who it suits
- Families and full-time residents who want space, a garden and parking.
- Buyers who are comfortable driving into town.
What to check before you buy
- Drive time to Centro and to schools or work at peak hours.
- Which section or development: services, rules and fees vary.
- Water supply and cistern capacity.
- Documents: title, liens and accounts, reviewed by the notary.
Current RESMA listings
On 11 November 2026, RESMA had 15 properties listed in Villa de los Frailes. These are asking prices from our own inventory, not closing prices or the whole market; open each listing to see its current status.
| Listing | Type | Bed / bath | Built m² | Asking price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EB-QF8352 | Apartment | 2 / 2 | 87 | $4,134,000 MXN |
| EB-QY9389 | Apartment | 2 / 2 | 100 | $4,505,000 MXN |
| EB-VP5812 | House in condominium | 3 / 3 | 150 | $5,790,000 MXN |
| EB-QQ5764 | Apartment | 3 / 3 | 153 | $6,360,000 MXN |
| EB-XH3425 | House in condominium | 3 / 2 | 170 | $6,900,000 MXN |
| EB-TN3832 | House in condominium | 3 / 3 | 267 | $7,800,000 MXN |
| EB-WU4382 | House | 4 / 3 | 374 | $7,900,000 MXN |
| EB-IS0221 | House | 4 / 3 | 405 | $7,990,000 MXN |
| EB-WC1011 | House | 3 / 3 | 315 | $8,740,000 MXN |
| EB-PW1718 | House | 3 / 3 | 545 | $12,990,000 MXN |
| EB-XI4137 | House | 3 / 3 | 330 | $12,995,500 MXN |
| EB-XJ2759 | House | 1 / 1 | 124 | $245,000 USD |
| EB-VF9993 | House | 4 / 3 | 472 | $690,000 USD |
| EB-XG2889 | House | 3 / 3 | 352 | $900,000 USD |
| EB-UT3682 | House | 3 / 5 | 441 | $1,725,000 USD |
Frequently asked questions
Where is Villa de los Frailes?
South-west of town, about 3.1 to 4.3 km in a straight line from the Jardín Principal, based on RESMA listings.
How long is the drive to Centro?
RESMA listings describe about 15 minutes by car; it depends on traffic and route.
What homes are common?
Mostly three-bedroom houses with garden, patio and garage, plus some apartments.
Sources
- RESMA Real Estate, active listings and their map points, 11 Nov 2026 (own inventory, asking prices)
- Distances are straight-line calculations by RESMA from the Jardín Principal; drive and walk times vary.
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Centro
Colonial houses, cobblestone streets and the Parroquia: the UNESCO-listed historic core.
San Antonio
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Guadalupe
Murals, quiet streets and Fábrica La Aurora, just across the avenue.
Malanquín
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Zirándaro
Gated condominiums with a 9-hole executive course on the east side of the city.
Guadiana
Residential streets and small condominiums just south of Centro.
Atascadero
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Arcos de San Miguel
Gated developments east of town with pools, gyms and newer homes.
La Lejona
Practical living south-west of Centro, close to everyday services.