50 Cuerdas for Sale in Juncos

Location, terrain & flood

📍 Open in Google Maps — Gurabo Arriba, Juncos, Puerto Rico 🛰 Satellite

⛰ 858 ft elevation 🌊 FEMA Zone X — minimal flood

Barrio-level pin (listings give barrio + municipio, not the exact lot) — verify the parcel location. Elevation: USGS. Flood zone: FEMA NFHL.

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Area & terrain notes

Juncos is inland, east-southeast of San Juan in the foothills of eastern Puerto Rico—Gurabo Arriba is a rural barrio with higher elevation and forested character typical of the interior. The location sits roughly 30–40 minutes from Humacao and benefits from proximity to El Yunque's eastern slope, suggesting lush vegetation and cooler temps. No coastal exposure. The SREP/SRC zoning indicates environmentally sensitive terrain (likely steep, forested, with karst or riparian features), which supports rainforest appeal but also raises development scrutiny. Typical subtropical rainfall; flood risk depends on drainage/slope.

Buildability

Single-family residential permitted on tracts >5 cuerdas under SRC/SREP zoning. However, 43% of property is B-1 (Interior Forests Area), which may have stricter development restrictions. Proximity to PR-31 provides road access. No mention of utilities, flood zone, or survey—all must be verified. Agricultural/preservation zoning may require variance or environmental review.

Due diligence — verify before buying

• Obtain a professional topographic survey and contour map to confirm elevation, slope, and actual 'majestic views' potential—listing provides no visual/terrain data.
• Request a detailed flood zone and hydrological assessment, particularly for streams/rivers on or near the property (SREP designation suggests water sensitivity).
• Verify buildability: confirm with Juncos municipal planning whether the 43% B-1 zoning permits single-family construction or requires environmental variance; clarify the 'one or two family units permitted per tract >5 cuerdas' rule.
• Confirm road access and utility availability (water, electric, internet) along PR-31; assess whether a residential driveway/well/septic system can be permitted.
• Check for any easements, water rights, or conservation covenants tied to SREP designation that would restrict land use or future sale.
• Engage a local surveyor to verify the 50-cuerdas boundary and confirm no encroachments or title disputes.

What the web found

Web searches confirm Gurabo Arriba is a barrio in Juncos at approximately 196 meters elevation. The area has been subject to hurricane damage, landslide risks, and flood concerns due to the Río Gurabo. No duplicate listings or agent contact info for this specific parcel were found online.

Area intel: Juncos municipality faces documented hazards including landslide risk in Valenciano Arriba ward and flood-proneness related to the Río Gurabo during heavy rainfall. Hurricane María (2017) and Fiona (2022) caused significant damage. Land in the region shows comparable sales ranging from approximately $65,000–$360,000 for varied parcels. Recent listings on FinditPR show land sales at $105,000–$240,000 for properties measuring 6.6–20+ cuerdas.

Sources: [1] [2] [3] [4]

Description (English)

Vacant raw land comprising 48.56 acres (50 cuerdas). Located on State Road PR-31, Km. 21.3 in the Gurabo Arriba Ward, Municipality of Juncos, Puerto Rico (Latitude: 18.24378532, Longitude: -65.88572099). Property zoning: 57% B-1 (Interior Forests Area) and 43% A-D (Rural Developed Area), situated within SREP (Rustic Soil Especially Protected) and SRC (Common Rustic Soil) classifications. Permissible uses are primarily agriculture and preservation, with residential use of one or two family units permitted per tract exceeding 5 cuerdas. No structures or improvements noted.