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South of Town (Secret Beach Road)
San Pedro, Belize · Neighborhood Guide
Rapidly developing area with newer condos, Secret Beach bars, and a more relaxed, spread-out island feel.
Last updated March 2026
South of Town (Secret Beach Road) at a Glance
Mid-Range
Cost Level
BZD 1,500–3,000/month for 1-BR (~$750–$1,500 USD)
Rent Range
Good — newer development area with residential feel.
Safety
15–30 Mbps; newer builds have better connectivity.
Internet
Who Lives in South of Town (Secret Beach Road)?
Newer expats, condo owners, Secret Beach bar operators, some Belizean families.
Living in South of Town (Secret Beach Road) — Practical Details
Walkability
Low — spread out area, golf cart or bicycle needed.
Grocery & Food Access
Limited — small shops. Town centre for full grocery shopping (10 min by golf cart).
Getting Around
- Golf cart essential
- Bicycle for shorter trips
- Unpaved roads — golf cart is king
Nearby Coworking
- The Truck Stop (Secret Beach area)
- Town centre cafés (10 min)
Insider Tips for South of Town (Secret Beach Road)
- 1Secret Beach is the island's hottest spot — shallow turquoise water with bar service
- 2Newer condos here are better built than many older town centre apartments
- 3Roads are unpaved — a golf cart handles the sand roads better than a car
- 4The development boom means good deals on newer condos — negotiate hard, especially in low season
FAQ — South of Town (Secret Beach Road), San Pedro
What is South of Town (Secret Beach Road) like for expats?
South of Town (Secret Beach Road) is a mid-range neighborhood in San Pedro. Rapidly developing area with newer condos, Secret Beach bars, and a more relaxed, spread-out island feel. Best for: Budget-conscious expats and families wanting newer housing stock and the trendy Secret Beach scene.
How much does it cost to live in South of Town (Secret Beach Road), San Pedro?
South of Town (Secret Beach Road) is classified as "Mid-Range" in San Pedro. Typical rent: BZD 1,500–3,000/month for 1-BR (~$750–$1,500 USD). Total monthly budget in San Pedro: $2,000–$3,500.
Is South of Town (Secret Beach Road) safe for expats?
Good — newer development area with residential feel.
Who lives in South of Town (Secret Beach Road)?
Newer expats, condo owners, Secret Beach bar operators, some Belizean families.
Other Neighborhoods in San Pedro
San Pedro Town Center
Mid-RangeThe walkable heart of the island — Barrier Reef Drive, restaurants, shops, banks, and the town pier.
North Ambergris Caye
LuxuryQuieter, upscale stretch north of the bridge — luxury resorts, beachfront villas, and stunning reef access.
Boca del Rio
Budget-FriendlyNorthern edge of town — local neighborhood with affordable apartments, fisherman's wharf, and ocean views.
DFC / San Mateo
Budget-FriendlyResidential area west of town center — local Belizean community, affordable housing, slightly inland.
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