When it comes to deciding where to buy land for sale, Curacao probably isn’t the first place that comes to mind. However, there are a number of reasons why you should buy land in what  some people are calling “the Dubai of the Caribbean”.   Here are seven:

1.    The property is still undervalued.  Many agree that the pricing of land for sale in Curacao  is about two decades behind other comparable parts of the Caribbean such as Aruba, Barbados, and St. Maarten. In other words, you can get much more land for your money.

2.    The property taxes are low.

3.    The island has unparalleled natural beauty. Because it doesn’t have a dense population, there are many parts of Curacao that are pristine, and miles away from factories and freeways. The land for sale is often in emerging neighborhoods with beautiful  mountain and ocean views.  The air is clean and fresh, bringing a welcome relief to people who move here from more densely populated areas.

4.    The climate is warm all year long and  it is far enough south to be safe from hurricanes.

5.    There are budding private communities. There are some developers who have had the foresight to plan for future private communities and the Government has been instrumental in making these plans a reality. In anticipation of the waves of Baby Boomers who will retire in the next two decades, the Government of Curacao and local developers are planning affordable and coveted golf communities that include private lakes, marinas, recreation centers, nature trails, and more. Buying land in one of these areas is certain to be a sound financial decision.

6.    The landowners are often unique. Unlike many other areas in the Caribbean, many areas of Curacao have land for sale by owner (or FSBO). Buying directly from the owner can cut out the high costs of a middleman. Even when a landowner wisely uses a real estate professional, he or she typically uses someone local who has years of experience as an owner or seller of private building lots in Curacao.

7.    The financing is affordable. Because the land for sale is inexpensive, and because much of it is FSBO, banks are eager to offer financing. This means low, fixed interest rates and quick approvals for those who qualify.   

Buying undiscovered, pristine land for sale in Curacao is a smart move, whether you plan to build a home and retire there or simply want to make sound investments.