When Jacqueline and Don Mackenzie first moved to Ecuador they were paying $400 / month rent. After building their dream home for $38,000 they are now living rent free as they help out in the eco-village where they live.

They currently spend about $2000 / month with their main expenses being roughly:

They discuss their living here (Source:  https://www.marketwatch.com/story/these-arizona-retirees-couldnt-afford-america-now-they-live-their-dream-life-on-2000-a-month-in-ecuador-2019-06-27)