254 cuerdas Beautiful Farm Between Trujillo Alto & Gurabo

Location, terrain & flood

📍 Open in Google Maps — La Gloria, Humacao, Puerto Rico 🛰 Satellite

⛰ 57 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

Gurabo and Trujillo Alto sit in the interior foothills south of San Juan, with elevations typically 400–800 feet—providing the ridge/mountain views and relief from coastal heat the couple seeks. The region is about 40–50 km (25–30 miles) west of Humacao, but the instruction confirms it's within the 30-minute zone. The area is transitional rural/residential, green and lush with agricultural heritage. Quebrada Infierno (Hell's Creek) indicates flowing water and potential flood/drainage concerns in heavy rain; this inland ridge is less hurricane-exposed than the coast but not immune. No major rainforest (El Yunque is further north/west), but tropical vegetation is dense.

Buildability

Scale and elevation suggest buildability, but existing agricultural zoning (former vaquería), five dispersed dwellings, and water infrastructure (quebradas, tanks) suggest this may be classified for agricultural or rural multi-unit use, not single-family residential. Will require zoning verification and possible variance.

Due diligence — verify before buying

• Zoning classification: Confirm whether the land is zoned agricultural, rural residential, or multi-unit; determine if a single-family permit is possible or requires variance.
• Flood/drainage: Map FEMA flood zones and get a hydrological survey of Quebrada Infierno behavior and the quebradas on-site; assess any seasonal overflow or landslide risk on the slope.
• Access & road status: Verify PR-851 is maintained public road and confirm secondary entrances are legal and passable; check if any private road easements or disputes exist.
• Water rights & infrastructure: Clarify ownership/rights to the quebradas and storage tanks; determine if potable water is available or requires well/municipal hookup.
• Structure condition & title clarity: Obtain detailed survey and structural engineer assessment of all five dwellings and two buildings; confirm no other claims, liens, or squatter occupation.
• Survey & boundary: Request full survey; confirm acreage, boundary markers, and that you can isolate a buildable parcel if needed without entanglement with the existing structures.

What the web found

The property appears between Trujillo Alto and Gurabo in the greater Humacao area, a growing market with land prices ranging from $40K–$2.7M depending on location and size. Humacao is an emerging investment area with lower entry costs than luxury destinations like Dorado, and potential for appreciation through eco-tourism and resort-style development.

Also found online:

• Homes.com — General Puerto Rico land listings; no specific match to this 254-cuerda parcel found
• FindItPR.com — Trujillo Alto listings show 18-cuerda terreno for $2.7M and smaller parcels; no exact match
• FindItPR.com Humacao — Humacao land listings include 40-cuerda parcel ($315K), smaller residential lots; no 254-cuerda match

Area intel: Humacao is experiencing emerging market growth with land prices as low as $40,000 and properties up to $2.7M in nearby Trujillo Alto. Single-family homes in Humacao average ~$2.1M, condos ~$1.3M. At $1.99M for 246.68 acres, this listing sits mid-range for the area. Humacao faces multiple natural hazards: landslides, flooding, storm surge, earthquakes, and drought. The eastern municipality experienced historic storm surge during Hurricane Georges (15+ feet inland). The area is geographically flat coastal plains with minor interior elevations. Building would require hurricane-resistant design and flood mitigation considerations.

Sources: [1] [2] [3] [4] [5] [6] [7]

Description (English)

Located in Barrio Santa Rita, Quebrada Infierno, Gurabo. Property has multiple entrances, primary access via PR-851 in Barrio La Gloria, Trujillo Alto. Includes 5 three-bedroom/one-bath residential units requiring rehabilitation, an 8,000 sq ft building currently in use, and a two-story structure of approximately 2,000 sq ft. Spectacular views of the North Coast. Located 12 minutes from the urban center of Trujillo Alto and 20 minutes from the town of Gurabo. Property features quebradas (streams) and water storage tanks requiring rehabilitation. Former cattle farm (vaquería). Coordinates: 18.306514, -66.000895.