River Edge Hills – Excellent Property
Description from Clasificados
Excellent opportunity in Urb. River Edge Hills, Luquillo: beautiful two-story property with 4 bedrooms; walk-in closet in the master bedroom and 3.5 bathrooms. Offers spacious and functional spaces including living room, family room, dining room and kitchen, located in a gated urbanización for greater security; features double carport, terrace ideal for entertaining, and a spectacular pool; the sale includes 3 air conditioning units, 2 ceiling fans, water heater and lamps, combining comfort and style in every detail; available from April, with HOA of only $55, in a privileged area of Luquillo near beaches and facilities. Do not miss this opportunity, call and schedule your appointment. A pre-qualification letter and/or proof of funds is required to coordinate a visit. NO AIRBNB ALLOWED. Information preferably by WhatsApp to Victor Cruz at 787-717-1780 Puerto Rico.
Original Spanish
Excelente oportunidad en Urb. River Edge Hills, Luquillo: hermosa propiedad de dos niveles consta de 4 habitaciones; walking closet en la habitación principal y 3.5 baños. Ofrece espacios amplios y funcionales como sala, family, comedor y cocina, ubicada en una urbanización con control de acceso para mayor seguridad; cuenta con marquesina doble, terraza ideal para el entretenimiento, y una espectacular piscina; la venta incluye 3 aires acondicionados, 2 abanicos de techo, calentador de línea y lámparas, combinando comodidad y estilo en cada detalle; disponible a partir de abril, con HOA de solo $55, en una zona privilegiada de Luquillo cerca de playas y facilidades. No pierda esta oportunidad, llame y agente su cita. Es necesario carta de precalificación y/o prueba de fondos para coordinar visita. NO SE ACEPTA AIRBNB. Info preferiblemente por mensaje de WhatsApp a Victor Cruz al 787-717-1780 Puerto Rico
Why it's interesting
The home meets the core requirement: 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, move-in-ready, no acreage needed, within comparable market ($459K vs. $370K–$430K comps, a modest premium). Measured elevation of 86 ft and X flood zone (minimal risk) are strong safety marks. However, 'River Edge Hills' is misleading—photos show no river, creek, ocean, or mountain vista; the 'loves' (elevation feel, views, water, privacy, fruit trees, rainforest character) are largely absent. The property is a solid suburban home in a secure gated community near El Yunque and beaches, but it does not deliver the scenic or ecological character the name and location suggest.
🔄 Refreshed with measured elevation/flood, the cadastre record, and the listing photos on 2026-07-25.
💵 Asking $459K is 7–24% above the stated comp range ($370K–$430K); if last recorded sale is significantly lower, verify whether this is a flip or if comps have risen.
What the photos show
Photos 1–4 show a well-maintained two-story home with modern finishes, terracotta tile accents, and a resort-style pool with curved lounging areas and red umbrella—suggesting good outdoor entertaining space but no visible river, ocean, or mountain backdrop. Interior photos (5–15) reveal updated appliances, wood cabinetry, spacious living areas, three full baths plus powder room, and clean tile/wood flooring throughout; the home appears move-in-ready. Photo 16 captures the back grounds with manicured lawn, pool patio, and mature landscaping, but no evident water feature, elevation gain, panoramic views, or identifiable fruit trees—the setting reads as a suburban gated community lot rather than a hillside or waterfront property. Road access and community gating are visible but privacy is constrained by typical urbanización density.
Read from the listing photos by vision AI — verify against the images yourself.
| Location | Urb. River Edge Hills, Luquillo (tier 2 — wider, “epic-only” search) |
|---|---|
| Price | $459,000 |
| Size | not stated |
| Land $/acre | not used for home-only matches |
| Fit score | 68/100 |
| Existing home | 4 bed, 3.5 bath, two-story, furnished with AC/fans/pool; move-in ready. · 4 bedrooms |
Location, terrain & flood
📍 Open in Google Maps — Calle Rio Pitahaya or Calle Rio Mameyes, Urb. River Edge Hills, Luquillo, PR 00773 🛰 Satellite
⛰ 86 ft elevation 🌊 FEMA Zone X — minimal flood
Exact coordinates from web research. Elevation: USGS. Flood zone: FEMA NFHL.
Drive times
| Miramar Bar | 43 min | 31.2 mi |
|---|---|---|
| Playa Lucía Disc Golf | 46 min | 36 mi |
| Albergue Olímpico Disc Golf | 100 min | 66.4 mi |
| SJU Airport | 43 min | 25.6 mi |
| Costco (Caguas) | 58 min | 40.1 mi |
Buildability
Existing home in developed urbanización; not a build track.
Due diligence — verify before buying
- Confirm actual lot size (cadastre/deed) and boundaries—listing does not state acreage; verify it is not substandard for a 4BR home in the urbanización.
- Walk the property to confirm no river, stream, or water feature on or immediately adjacent to the lot; 'River Edge Hills' name may be historical/marketing only.
- Request last recorded sale date and price from cadastre; clarify if $459K represents recent appreciation or a price correction from earlier comps.
- Verify HOA $55/month is current and does not include special assessments (pool maintenance, hurricane preparedness, gate security).
- Check title and insurance availability given Puerto Rico's hurricane exposure and coastal northeast aspect; confirm flood insurance requirements below the X-zone claim.
- Inspect pool structural condition and any outstanding maintenance (salt systems, plumbing, deck cracks visible in photos are normal but should be budgeted).
What the web found
River Edge Hills is a gated community in Luquillo with amenities including a pool, playground, and security. Multiple comparable homes in the subdivision are listed at $370K–$430K+ for move-in-ready 4-bed, 2.5-bath properties on 0.11–0.12 acre lots. The area is minutes from El Yunque National Forest and Luquillo beaches, though it sits in a hurricane-prone region with tsunami risk from nearby tectonic features.
Also found online:
- TL Realty — 4BR/2.5BA, 1,700 sq ft, 669 m² lot; $395,000 negotiable; new paint, fruit trees.
- Homes.com (Ana Pulliza Ruiz listing) — Calle Rio Pitahaya Unit 120: 4BR/2.5BA, 1,700 sq ft, 4,840 sq ft lot; $370,000; built 2005.
- Keller Williams (Ashley Arce) — 4BR/3BA, $425,000; covered terraces, water cistern, furnished.
- Houzeo — Multiple comparables: $370K–$430K; land also available from $80K–$200K in Luquillo.
- Zillow — Limited specific River Edge Hills listings; broader Luquillo market shows condos and land $85K–$300K+.
Seller / agent: Ana Pulliza Ruiz (multiple listings); phone 813-454-5058; License #C-4871. TL Realty (Tammy Davila) for comparable $395K property.
Area intel: Comparable 4BR homes in River Edge Hills sell $370K–$430K; recent market shows single-family median ~$431K in Luquillo. Gated community with $50 HOA. Located 5 min from Balneario La Monserrate, Luquillo Kiosks, La Pared beach; adjacent El Yunque National Forest. Puerto Rico market rebounding post-recession with property values rising. Luquillo sits in Atlantic hurricane belt (June–Nov; peak Aug–Oct); average hurricane strike every 7 years. Tsunami risk tied to Puerto Rico Trench proximity. Coastal northeast exposure; surrounded by rainforest terrain.
Dig deeper
Original listingGoogle itGoogle MapsSatellite viewRealtor.com compsPR flood map (FEMA)Listing ID 4880720 · scored 2026-07-25 · keyword score, needs review