IBOV 174,586.26 ▲ 0.01% IPSA 11,369.18 ▼ 0.71% IPC MEX 66,644.91 ▲ 0.53% MERVAL 3,024,971 ▲ 0.53% COLCAP 2,493.32 ▼ 0.60% BVL PERÚ 60,449.35 ▲ 0.30% USD/BRL5.15▼ 0.02% USD/MXN16.94▼ 0.06% USD/CLP920.93▲ 0.84% USD/COP3,124▲ 1.97% USD/PEN3.35▼ 0.16% USD/ARS1,514▲ 0.12% USD/UYU40.18▲ 1.55% USD/PYG5,957▲ 0.99% USD/BOB11.50▲ 1.47% USD/DOP58.15▼ 0.27% USD/CRC450.21▲ 2.07% USD/GTQ7.62▲ 2.21% USD/HNL26.82▲ 0.34% USD/NIO36.62▲ 0.09% USD/VES785.55▼ 0.13% USD/PAB1.00— 0.00% USD/BZD2.00— 0.00% USD/JMD 157.28 — 0.00% USD/TTD6.73▲ 1.10% EUR/BRL6.00▼ 0.16% BRENT 88.88 ▼ 0.03% WTI 83.11 ▼ 0.11% IRON ORE 161.91 — — COPPER 6.61 ▲ 0.03% GOLD 4,461 ▲ 1.78% SILVER 65.59 ▲ 1.26% SOY 1,184 ▲ 3.20% CORN 480.50 ▲ 10.02% WHEAT 655.00 ▲ 3.93% COFFEE 317.25 ▼ 5.51% SUGAR 16.43 ▼ 1.79% ORANGE JUICE 138.55 ▼ 0.47% COTTON 85.03 ▲ 2.33% COCOA 5,719 ▲ 3.18% BEEF 223.60 ▼ 3.93% CATTLE 339.10 ▼ 3.16% LITHIUM 75.20 ▲ 1.47% PETR4 41.64 ▼ 0.05% VALE3 72.97 ▲ 0.83% ITUB4 38.60 ▼ 1.03% BBDC4 16.85 ▲ 0.36% ABEV3 14.89 ▼ 0.80% BBAS3 19.37 ▲ 0.47% B3SA3 14.26 ▼ 0.21% WEGE3 47.59 ▲ 0.49% PRIO3 59.14 ▼ 0.19% SUZB3 41.33 ▲ 2.35% RENT3 34.68 ▼ 0.09% AZZA3 15.89 ▼ 2.63% CSAN3 3.22 ▼ 1.83% RAIZ4 0.25 — 0.00% PCAR3 2.75 ▼ 0.36% GMAT3 3.65 ▼ 1.08% PSSA3 48.13 ▼ 0.54% CVCB3 1.33 ▼ 2.92% POSI3 3.36 ▲ 2.44% SLCE3 13.34 ▲ 0.30% NATU3 8.14 ▼ 0.73% IBOV 174,586.26 ▲ 0.01% IPSA 11,369.18 ▼ 0.71% IPC MEX 66,644.91 ▲ 0.53% MERVAL 3,024,971 ▲ 0.53% COLCAP 2,493.32 ▼ 0.60% BVL PERÚ 60,449.35 ▲ 0.30% USD/BRL 5.16 ▲ 0.01% USD/MXN 17.06 ▼ 0.24% USD/CLP 913.98 ▲ 0.04% USD/COP 3,140 ▲ 0.03% USD/PEN 3.36 ▼ 0.66% USD/ARS 1,493 ▲ 0.10% USD/UYU 40.27 ▲ 1.24% USD/PYG 5,939 ▲ 1.68% USD/BOB 11.64 ▼ 0.76% USD/DOP 58.34 ▲ 1.25% USD/CRC 445.92 ▲ 0.89% USD/GTQ 7.62 ▲ 2.21% USD/HNL 26.79 ▲ 1.57% USD/NIO 36.62 ▲ 0.69% USD/VES 762.44 ▼ 0.13% USD/PAB 1.00 — 0.00% USD/BZD 2.00 — 0.00% USD/JMD 157.28 — 0.00% USD/TTD 6.70 ▲ 0.61% EUR/BRL 5.95 ▲ 1.01% BRENT 88.88 ▼ 0.03% WTI 83.11 ▼ 0.11% IRON ORE 161.91 — — COPPER 6.61 ▲ 0.03% GOLD 4,461 ▲ 1.78% SILVER 65.59 ▲ 1.26% SOY 1,184 ▲ 3.20% CORN 480.50 ▲ 10.02% WHEAT 655.00 ▲ 3.93% COFFEE 317.25 ▼ 5.51% SUGAR 16.43 ▼ 1.79% ORANGE JUICE 138.55 ▼ 0.47% COTTON 85.03 ▲ 2.33% COCOA 5,719 ▲ 3.18% BEEF 223.60 ▼ 3.93% CATTLE 339.10 ▼ 3.16% LITHIUM 75.20 ▲ 1.47% PETR4 41.64 ▼ 0.05% VALE3 72.97 ▲ 0.83% ITUB4 38.60 ▼ 1.03% BBDC4 16.85 ▲ 0.36% ABEV3 14.89 ▼ 0.80% BBAS3 19.37 ▲ 0.47% B3SA3 14.26 ▼ 0.21% WEGE3 47.59 ▲ 0.49% PRIO3 59.14 ▼ 0.19% SUZB3 41.33 ▲ 2.35% RENT3 34.68 ▼ 0.09% AZZA3 15.89 ▼ 2.63% CSAN3 3.22 ▼ 1.83% RAIZ4 0.25 — 0.00% PCAR3 2.75 ▼ 0.36% GMAT3 3.65 ▼ 1.08% PSSA3 48.13 ▼ 0.54% CVCB3 1.33 ▼ 2.92% POSI3 3.36 ▲ 2.44% SLCE3 13.34 ▲ 0.30% NATU3 8.14 ▼ 0.73%
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Where in Brazil do you find the best rental prices combined with low crime and high quality of life

By · May 19, 2023 · 2 min read

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Brazil is a large and diverse country with many cities offering a good combination of affordable rental prices, low crime rates, and high quality of life.

While it ultimately depends on personal preferences and specific needs, here are a few cities in Brazil that are often considered to have relatively lower crime rates and better quality of life:

Florianópolis: Located in the southern state of Santa Catarina, Florianópolis is known for its beautiful beaches, high quality of life, and lower crime rates than other Brazilian cities. It offers a pleasant climate, excellent infrastructure, and a strong focus on education and culture.

Florianópolis - Capital de SC - Brazil. (Photo internet reproduction)
Florianópolis – Capital de SC – Brazil. (Photo Internet reproduction)
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Curitiba: The capital of Paraná state, Curitiba is renowned for its urban planning, green spaces, and public transportation system. It consistently ranks high in quality of life and offers a relatively lower crime rate than larger cities in Brazil.

Curitiba is one of the best cities to live in in Bazil. (Photo internet reproduction)
Curitiba is one of the best cities to live in in Bazil. (Photo internet reproduction)

Joinville: Also situated in Santa Catarina, Joinville is a well-developed city with a strong economy and a focus on industrial and technological sectors. It has a low crime rate, excellent public services, and a high standard of living.

Joinville in Santa Catarina is catching up to its more famous sister Florianópolis. (Photo internet reproduction)
Joinville in Santa Catarina is catching up to its more famous sister Florianópolis. (Photo internet reproduction)

São Caetano do Sul: Located in the metropolitan area of São Paulo, São Caetano do Sul stands out as one of the safest cities in Brazil. It offers a high standard of living, good public infrastructure, and a range of cultural and leisure activities.

São Caetano do Sul, the better São Paulo. (Photo internet reproduction)
São Caetano do Sul, the better São Paulo. (Photo Internet reproduction)

Vitória: The capital of the state of Espírito Santo, Vitória is known for its scenic beauty, safe environment, and high human development index. It has beautiful beaches, good healthcare facilities, and a relatively low crime rate.

Vitoria, a real gem and not well known outside of Brazil. (Photo internet reproduction)
Vitoria a real gem and not well-known outside of Brazil. (Photo internet reproduction)

While these cities generally have lower crime rates than other Brazilian cities, it’s important to note that crime can occur anywhere, and it’s advisable to research specific neighborhoods and consult local resources before making any decisions.

Additionally, rental prices can vary depending on the specific location within these cities, so exploring different neighborhoods and considering factors such as proximity to amenities, transportation options, and personal preferences when choosing a rental property is recommended.

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