Beautiful Mameyes, PR-992 Km 5.7, Luquillo
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Why it's interesting
The property sits at a solid 340 ft elevation in a foothills location near El Yunque with low flood risk and good development potential—appealing for agritourism or private build. However, photos reveal mostly cleared/landscaped pasture rather than the rainforest canopy or established fruit trees the couple 'loves,' and no ocean view is apparent despite Luquillo's coastal reputation. At $265K for 2.52 acres (~$105K/acre), the price is mid-market for Luquillo but without last-recorded-sale data, no flip flag can be raised; the property offers decent bones but does not strongly deliver on several stated desires.
🔄 Refreshed with measured elevation/flood, the cadastre record, and the listing photos on 2026-07-01.
💵 No recorded last sale provided; mid-range pricing ($105K/acre) aligns with Hacienda Carabali area comps but cannot assess flip markup.
What the photos show
Photos 1, 4, 5 show raw, sloped land with scattered young trees and cleared patches—typical agritourism/development stage rather than established fruit orchard. Photos 3, 6, 7 reveal manicured grassland with mature palms lining property edges, suggesting two distinct parcels or zones within the listing. Photo 2 is an elevated aerial view showing the wider Luquillo valley with homes dispersed and forested ridges beyond—confirming elevation and valley position but no clear ocean horizon visible. No river, stream, or water feature is evident on the ground; connectivity utilities (water/electric) are mentioned as already in place. Vegetation is predominantly ornamental palms and secondary growth, not primary rainforest. Road access appears modest; no imminent neighboring structures visible, supporting privacy claim.
Read from the listing photos by vision AI — verify against the images yourself.
| Location | Mameyes I (barrio), Luquillo (tier 2 — farther, “epic-only”) |
|---|---|
| Price | $265,000 |
| Size | not stated |
| Land $/acre | — |
| Fit score | 58/100 |
| Existing home | no |
Location, terrain & flood
📍 Open in Google Maps — PR-992 Km 5.7, Luquillo, Puerto Rico 🛰 Satellite
⛰ 340 ft elevation 🌊 FEMA Zone X — minimal flood
Located from an address / road-km marker — close to the parcel. Elevation: USGS. Flood zone: FEMA NFHL.
Drive times
| Miramar Bar | 43 min | 30.6 mi |
|---|---|---|
| Playa Lucía Disc Golf | 47 min | 35.3 mi |
| SJU Airport | 48 min | 28.3 mi |
| Costco (Caguas) | 62 min | 39.1 mi |
Buildability
A-G zoning permits residential construction. Water and electricity already connected is a major plus. Primary risk: proximity to El Yunque foothills may indicate steep terrain, high rainfall, or landslide/flood exposure; access and foundation feasibility must be confirmed on-site.
Due diligence — verify before buying
- Verify cadastre/parcel boundary matches the two visually distinct zones (raw sloped land vs. manicured grassland) in photos—confirm actual size and configuration on-site.
- Confirm water and electricity hookup status and capacity for intended build/agritourism scale; inspect lines and utility easements.
- Geotechnical/slope stability assessment: northeastern PR rainfall is heavy; although no current warnings exist, verify drainage, erosion risk, and landslide susceptibility with local engineer given terrain.
- Clarify whether 'ocean view' claim (if listed elsewhere) is accurate; photo 2 shows valley but no visible coast—site visit with elevation/sight-line check required.
- Confirm zoning classification (A-G per listing) and any development restrictions, buildable square footage, and setback requirements for residential vs. agritourism use.
- Title search and lien verification; confirm no prior flood/hurricane damage claims on record.
What the web found
The parcel is confirmed as 2.52 acres (not the unknown size in your listing) at PR-992 Km 5.7 with flat terrain, ocean views, electricity, water connections, A-G zoning (any residential construction allowed), and is listed by agent Stacie Romero (MLS PR9109527). It appears on multiple MLS syndication sites and is near El Yunque and Hacienda Carabalí.
Also found online:
- Romero Group Sells (MLS portal) — Full listing details with photos, 2.52 acres, MLS#PR9109527; agent Stacie Romero
- Aire Real Estate — Same property, A-G zoning noted, contact (787) 562-1235, [email protected]
- Eco Real Estate PR — Listed under same MLS#PR9109527
- Sarasota Home Specialists & Shoreline Realty (syndicated) — Same MLS listing syndicated to third-party portal networks
- FindItPR.com — Listed under Aire Real Estate, updated 353 days ago
Seller / agent: Stacie Romero, REALTOR®, MLS#PR9109527 (listed as broker/agent); Aire Real Estate: (787) 562-1235, [email protected]
Area intel: Comparable Luquillo land sales: lot at Camino Los Barros (0.7 acres) sold for $64K (2024–2025); land at Mansiones De Terralinda (0.26 acres) listed $75K; Hacienda Carabali lot listed $385K (24,600+ sqft). Single-family homes in Luquillo average $431,171 (over past year, per FSBO data). The $265K price for 2.52 acres (~$105K/acre) sits in mid-range for the area. Luquillo is noted as relatively safe compared to San Juan but subject to hurricane season (June–November) with major impact from Hurricanes Maria, Irma, and Fiona (2017–2022). Historic note: a catastrophic Mameyes landslide occurred in Ponce (different municipality) in October 1985, killing 129+ people; however, this Luquillo Mameyes area is a distinct barrio with beach access and is in El Yunque foothills—no current geotechnical warnings found for this specific parcel. Slope stability and flood risk should be verified with local engineering and hazard assessments given northeastern PR rainfall and terrain.
Description (English)
This beautiful and spacious 10,219-square-meter lot is nestled near the outskirts of Yunque and Hacienda Carabali. Boasting excellent tourist potential, this parcel offers a canvas for residential, touristic projects, or agritourism development. The lot has water and electricity connected. Classification: A-G (any type of house can be built). Build your vision on this spectacular property!
Original Spanish
This beautiful and spacious 10,219-square-meter lot is nestled near the outskirts of Yunque and Hacienda Carabali. Boasting excellent tourist potential, this parcel offers a canvas for residential, touristic projects, or agritourism development. The lot has water and electricity connected. Classification: A-G (any type of house can be built) Build your vision on this spectacular property! Puerto Rico
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Original listingGoogle itGoogle MapsSatellite viewRealtor.com compsPR flood map (FEMA)Listing ID 4828379 · scored 2026-07-01 · keyword score, needs review