FINCA EN AIBONITO, 37.5 Cuerdas, 149k
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Description from Clasificados
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Original Spanish
FINCA EN AIBONITO – CARR. 14 Hermosa finca de 37.5 cuerdas, ubicada en la Carr. 14 en Aibonito. Cuenta con vistas panorámicas impresionantes y entrada privada, ideal para desarrollo agrícola, residencial o inversión. 💰 Precio: $175,000 🏦 Financiación por el dueño Pronto: $25,000 Balance: 150 pagos mensuales de $1,000 Interés: 6% 📞 Para más información: Comuníquese con Gerardo Espinet. Puerto Rico
Why it's interesting
This is raw, vacant 37.5-acre buildable land in a mountainous high-elevation zone (2,031 ft), not a move-in-ready home. The couple needs either a 3+ bedroom home by December or buildable land that meets 'land economics'—but the property sits in a region with severe documented flood hazards (Río Aibonito annual flooding, 70,000+ landslides post-María, 25+ inches of rain post-Fiona) and difficult terrain. The asking price of $175k is 1.3× regional comparable land (which ranges $50k–$160k for similar acreage), not a bargain. No structure, no immediate shelter for December move-in.
🔄 Refreshed with measured elevation/flood, the cadastre record, and the listing photos on 2026-07-25.
💵 $175k is at the top of the local range for raw land in Aibonito (comps $50k–$160k); not a screaming deal.
What the photos show
Photos 1, 3, 6–8 show steep, densely forested terrain with winding mountain roads cutting through lush vegetation; the landscape is genuinely mountainous with significant elevation changes visible. Photos 2 and 4 display road-level views of dense tropical forest canopy with no structures visible, suggesting privacy. Photo 5 is a cadastral map overlay showing the parcel boundary (orange) and surrounding land use. Photos 9–11 are ground-level shots of dirt/gravel access roads within forested terrain with views of distant mountains and valleys. No home structures, no fruit trees identifiable, no river visible in photos, no ocean view—the property appears to be raw, undeveloped land. Vegetation is clearly rainforest-type dense tropical growth.
Read from the listing photos by vision AI — verify against the images yourself.
| Location | Robles, Aibonito (tier 1 — preferred catchment) |
|---|---|
| Price | $175,000 |
| Size | 36.42 acres (37.5 cuerdas) |
| Land $/acre | $2,403/acre (after $87,500 home credit) |
| Fit score | 28/100 |
| Existing home | yes |
Other things spotted in the photos
AI-read from the listing photos — unverified, eyeball against the actual photo before relying on it.
- Note:
pm— Logo visible in photo 1
Location, terrain & flood
📍 Open in Google Maps — Robles, Aibonito, Puerto Rico 🛰 Satellite
⛰ 2,031 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.
Drive times
| Miramar Bar | 75 min | 46.4 mi |
|---|---|---|
| Playa Lucía Disc Golf | 78 min | 51.1 mi |
| Albergue Olímpico Disc Golf | 43 min | 15.5 mi |
| SJU Airport | 73 min | 46.1 mi |
| Costco (Caguas) | 44 min | 26.6 mi |
Due diligence — verify before buying
- Confirm exact cadastral boundaries and access easement/road rights—photos show private entrance but need written proof of unobstructed access year-round given flood history.
- Engage a geotechnical engineer to assess landslide and slope stability risk given steep terrain, frequent seismic activity, and post-hurricane erosion.
- Verify compliance with current Puerto Rico building codes for the zone, especially regarding storm-water runoff and flood mitigation on sloped land near Río Aibonito.
- Request flood insurance maps and 20-year rain/flood records for the specific parcel to quantify risk of access loss during wet season.
- Clarify why listing says 37.5 cuerdas but cadastre shows 36.42 acres (~40 cuerdas)—confirm true size and pricing.
- Interview neighbors or local officials about road maintenance, emergency access, and typical construction timelines given remoteness and terrain.
What the web found
The search did not locate this exact listing on Realtor.com, Zillow, Point2, or encuentra24. A similar large finca listing on ClasificadosPR mentions the property is in Carr 14 (La Ruta Panorámica) with panoramic mountain views. Aibonito area shows comparable land sales ranging $50k–$160k for 2–23 acres, but significant flooding and landslide risks dominate the region's hazard profile.
Also found online:
- ClasificadosPR.com — 37.5-cuerda property listed with panoramic mountain views on Carr 14 in La Ruta Panorámica
- Zillow — 2.91 acres at Road 725 Km #5.2 for $115k; 1.75 acres at Carr 725 for $93k—comparable land parcels in Aibonito
- FinditPR.com — Multiple land parcels ranging $50k–$160k; largest 16,302 m² (4 acres) in Sierra barrio for $160k
Area intel: Annual severe flooding from the Río Aibonito is a major recurring hazard affecting access to medical facilities. Aibonito is a mountainous town at ~2,401 ft elevation in the Cayey range with steep slopes and multiple rivers (Río de Aibonito, Río Cuyón, Río de la Plata). Hurricane Maria (2017) triggered >70,000 landslides across Puerto Rico; Hurricane Fiona (2022) brought 25+ inches of rain to the region causing flash floods and mudslides. Earthquakes are frequent but minor (magnitude 2.15 recorded March 2024); however, seismic activity contributes to landslide risks in steep areas. Land prices for comparable parcels in Aibonito range $50k–$160k for 1–23 acres. Average single-family home sales ~$130,977.
Dig deeper
Original listingGoogle itGoogle MapsSatellite viewRealtor.com compsPR flood map (FEMA)Listing ID 4830144 · scored 2026-07-25 · keyword score, needs review