Ceiba – 20 Cuerdas (Acres) – Barrio Río Abajo

Location, terrain & flood

📍 Open in Google Maps — Río Abajo, Ceiba, Puerto Rico 🛰 Satellite

⛰ 695 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

Barrio Río Abajo (Ceiba) sits in the northeast foothills, inland from the coast; terrain is lush and somewhat hilly with proximity to El Yunque's western edge. Ceiba is ~20–25 min southeast of Humacao—close enough for the couple's friends. The area experiences high rainfall (rainforest transition zone), so drainage and flood-plain mapping are essential. Character is rural, agricultural, quieter than coastal towns; privacy and nature-immersion are strong sells here.

Buildability

Rural agricultural zoning (Suelo Rústico Parcialmente Protegido) permits residential build but may require environmental review/permits for El Yunque proximity. Access via PR-975; verify road quality, utility extensions (water/electric/septic), and any flood-plain restrictions near the río.

Due diligence — verify before buying

• Obtain a detailed topographic/flood-zone survey; verify the río's seasonal behavior and whether property sits in a flood plain or flood-susceptible area.
• Confirm PR-975 access is year-round passable and suitable for construction vehicles; check utility availability (water, electric, septic/waste).
• Review the 'Suelo Rústico Parcialmente Protegido' zoning with a local attorney; confirm single-family residential build is permitted without El Yunque environmental variance.
• Have a structural engineer or agronomist assess soil composition and drainage capacity for a home foundation on hilly terrain.
• Verify ownership title, any easements or water rights tied to the río, and whether the land is clear of environmental liens.
• Walk the property with a local builder/realtor to assess tree density, clearing costs, and actual buildable footprint within the 19.42 acres.

What the web found

The same 20-cuerda Río Abajo property listing appears on Houzeo and Estately with EXP PUERTO RICO INC. as listing agent. Hazard research shows Ceiba's eastern/southeastern areas experience periodic flooding and landslide risk, with Hurricane Maria (2017) triggering numerous landslides; property features gently rolling terrain and is marketed for eco-tourism or sustainable development near Humacao.

Also found online:

• Houzeo — Listed as 20.85 acres, Carr 975 Km, Bo Rio Abajo, Ceiba, $260,000
• Estately — EXP PUERTO RICO INC. listing, ~21 acre lot, $260,000
• Innovate Real Estate — 19.4-acre property Río Abajo, eco-tourism development opportunity, gently rolling terrain

Seller / agent: Nelson Rivera, EXP PUERTO RICO INC.

Area intel: Comparable land sales in Ceiba range $61,500–$330,000+ for diverse property types. Río Abajo barrio (population 884 in 2010, now ~622) offers rural setting with low crime. The eastern/southeastern coastal plain is susceptible to periodic floods. Landslides are a documented hazard—Hurricane Maria (2017) triggered numerous landslides in Ceiba. Property zoned for sustainable/eco-tourism development; buyer should verify zoning, utilities, building permits, and floodplain/environmental constraints. Location ~13–20 km from Humacao and major attractions (beaches, Reserva Natural Humacao, ferry terminals to Vieques/Culebra).

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Description (English)

Beautiful 20-cuerda (19.42-acre) farm in Barrio Río Abajo, Ceiba. Land for sale with a river. 20 acres of beautiful terrain with views of El Yunque National Forest. Good location. Located on PR-975. 5 minutes from Salto Las Tinajas waterfall. 25 minutes from Cascada El Hippie. 25 minutes from Seven Seas Beach. 25 minutes from ferry to Culebra and Vieques. Rural Partially Protected soil. Develop an eco-classified guesthouse, dedicate it to agriculture, build your dream home!! LIVE NATURE!!