Barrio Quebrada Arenas, House in Las Piedras
Description from Clasificados
Country Property Sale in Ceiba Norte, Las Piedras! Seeking rural tranquility with quick city access? This is your opportunity. Welcoming Residence: 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, solid construction and ready to move in. Lower-level space for an office with half bath. Fertile Land ideal for planting—perfect space to cultivate or develop a family garden. Nature, privacy, and agricultural potential in one place. Privileged Location: Easy-access zone, just minutes from Las Piedras Commercial Center, quiet community with excellent connectivity. Ideal for families, retirees, investors, or country-life lovers who don't want to be far from urban services. Contact us today for more information or to arrange a private visit. Don't miss this great opportunity in Ceiba Norte! Puerto Rico
Original Spanish
¡Venta de Propiedad de Campo en Ceiba Norte, Las Piedras! ¿Buscas la tranquilidad del campo con acceso rápido a la ciudad? Esta es tu oportunidad. Residencia Acogedora 3 habitaciones 1.5 baño Construcción sólida y lista para mudarse Espacio en los bajos para oficina con medio baño Terreno Fértil Ideal para Siembra Espacio perfecto para cultivar o desarrollar un huerto familiar Naturaleza, privacidad y potencial agrícola en un solo lugar Ubicación Privilegiada Zona de fácil acceso A solo minutos del Centro Comercial de Las Piedras Comunidad tranquila con excelente conectividad Ideal para familias, retirados, inversionistas o amantes de la vida en el campo que no quieren alejarse de los servicios urbanos. Contáctanos hoy mismo para más información o para coordinar una visita privada. ¡No dejes pasar esta gran oportunidad en Ceiba Norte! Puerto Rico
Why it's interesting
The home meets the core requirement: 3 bedrooms, move-in ready, solid construction, and affordable at $240k in a Las Piedras location the couple accepts. However, the photos reveal a small flat lot with no elevation advantage, no views (mountain, ocean, or otherwise), no visible riverfront or significant fruit trees, and modest privacy—missing nearly all the 'loves.' At 369 ft elevation it is slightly below the municipal average (423 ft), and while flood risk is minimal (FEMA X zone), the property offers limited upside for the couple's lifestyle preferences.
🔄 Refreshed with measured elevation/flood, the cadastre record, and the listing photos on 2026-07-25.
💵 Last recorded sale price not provided in the listing data; cannot assess price-vs-sale multiplier. At $240k, property aligns with lower-to-mid range of Las Piedras comps ($38.7k–$599k+), but verification of recent comparable sales is warranted.
What the photos show
Photos 1–3 show a modest single-story concrete-block home (3 bed, 1.5 bath) on a small, flat lot with minimal setback from the road; exterior walls are white with red trim, roof appears sound. Interior photos (4–7) reveal a modernized kitchen with new appliances, clean tiled living/bedroom spaces with adequate lighting, and basic but functional finishes—move-in ready. Aerial photos (8–12) confirm the property sits in a suburban/semi-rural setting surrounded by other modest homes, vegetable gardens, and dense tropical vegetation; no visible mountain views, ocean views, or riverfront; elevation feels low-lying relative to surrounding terrain; privacy is moderate, with neighboring properties visible.
Read from the listing photos by vision AI — verify against the images yourself.
| Location | Quebrada Arenas, Las Piedras (tier 1 — preferred catchment) |
|---|---|
| Price | $240,000 |
| Size | not stated |
| Land $/acre | not used for home-only matches |
| Fit score | 62/100 |
| Existing home | 3 bed, 1.5 bath, solid construction, move-in ready; bonus office/half-bath in lower level. · 3 bedrooms |
Location, terrain & flood
📍 Open in Google Maps — Bo Quebrada Arenas Sr 935 Km #Home 18.1, Las Piedras, PR 00771 🛰 Satellite
⛰ 369 ft elevation 🌊 FEMA Zone X — minimal flood
Exact coordinates from web research. Elevation: USGS. Flood zone: FEMA NFHL.
Drive times
| Miramar Bar | 20 min | 10.6 mi |
|---|---|---|
| Playa Lucía Disc Golf | 24 min | 15.3 mi |
| Albergue Olímpico Disc Golf | 70 min | 40.4 mi |
| SJU Airport | 53 min | 28.5 mi |
| Costco (Caguas) | 24 min | 12.9 mi |
Buildability
Property noted as fertile with agricultural potential and family-garden space; no flood, access, or zoning red flags mentioned in listing. Verify flood zone (FEMA), road easement/maintenance, and whether any future development has restrictions.
Due diligence — verify before buying
- Verify exact lot size (acreage not stated in listing or image) and confirm title/cadastre match the described 'Barrio Quebrada Arenas' location.
- Inspect foundation and roof condition in detail; assess any water intrusion or structural settlement from heavy rains/hurricanes common in Las Piedras.
- Confirm utility capacity (water pressure, electric load, septic/municipal sewer) for the area, especially during drought or storms.
- Walk the property and neighboring roads to assess drainage, flood history, and landslide risk (USGS notes Las Piedras vulnerable to both).
- Research last recorded sale price and date to benchmark current asking price against recent market activity.
- If the couple values views or privacy, arrange a site visit to nearby elevated parcels; this flat lot may not satisfy their lifestyle preferences regardless of price.
What the web found
Quebrada Arenas is a confirmed barrio of Las Piedras with elevation ~351 ft and 2010 population of 4,225. A comparable $240,000 home in Quebrada Arenas was found on Zillow. Las Piedras is in northeastern Puerto Rico near Sierra de Luquillo mountains, subject to regional hurricane and landslide hazards.
Also found online:
- Zillow — 3 bed, 2 bath house listing at same location/price point ($240,000)
- FindItPR — Multiple Las Piedras listings including Quebrada Arenas terreno for $360,000 (1.13 hectares)
Area intel: Comparable Las Piedras homes range $38,700–$599,000+. Region near Toro Hill and Sierra de Luquillo mountains. Las Piedras area vulnerable to hurricanes, landslides, flooding, and earthquakes per USGS. Quebrada Arenas elevation 351 ft (107 m). Puerto Rico island-wide hazards include tropical storms, landslides on slopes, and inland flooding. Average elevation Las Piedras municipality ~423 ft.
Dig deeper
Original listingGoogle itGoogle MapsSatellite viewRealtor.com compsPR flood map (FEMA)Listing ID 4863790 · scored 2026-07-25 · keyword score, needs review