Hacienda in the Mountain · Jajome, Cayey

Location, terrain & flood

📍 Open in Google Maps — Jajome Alto, Cayey, Puerto Rico 🛰 Satellite

⛰ 1,414 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

Jajome, Cayey is a mountainous interior barrio roughly 45 minutes west-southwest of Humacao; Cayey sits at ~2,000+ feet elevation and is known for cool, misty highlands and coffee/agricultural heritage. The terrain is rugged, green, and rural. Cayey proper is ~30–40 min from the coast and ~1+ hour from El Yunque. Flash flooding and mudslides are occasional risks on steep mountain property; roads can be narrow and seasonal. The area attracts those seeking tranquility and isolation, not convenience.

Buildability

Property is ~3.3 acres (two cuerdas) with an existing hacienda/chalet. It is not a blank land parcel for building a new dream home; the existing structure dominates the offering.

Due diligence — verify before buying

• Verify exact acreage and property boundaries via current survey; confirm 'two cuerdas' (3.3 acres) and that land is buildable if they ever subdivide.
• Obtain a full home inspection: assess chalet structure, roof condition, plumbing, electrical, chimneys, and any water damage from mountain moisture/mold.
• Confirm road access, maintenance responsibility (private vs. municipal), and winter passability during heavy rain.
• Check flood zone designation and landslide risk with FEMA and DRNA; confirm property is not in an agricultural easement or conservation zone.
• Clarify utilities: water source (municipal, well, cistern?), septic vs. municipal sewer, and power reliability in the mountains.
• Review title and verify no liens, encumbrances, or back-tax issues; confirm zoning permits and building code compliance for the existing chalet.

What the web found

Jajome is a mountainous barrio in Cayey at 1,500–2,700 feet elevation with mountain views and cooler climate. The $1.3M asking price is significantly higher than recent comparable sales in Cayey ($125K–$297K for homes), though land with development potential in the Jajome mountain area commands premium prices.

Also found online:

• Point2Homes — 24 land lots listed for sale in Jajome Alto
• Zillow — 3 land listings in Jajome, PR area
• FindItPR / Findit — Multiple Jajome Alto properties listed; one 3-bed house at Jajome Alto for $297K
• Puerto Rico Realtors MLS — Land parcels in Jajome Alto barrio listed for sale

Area intel: Jajome Alto is located in the Cayey mountains at 1,500–2,700 feet elevation near Carretera 15 (PR-15), known for cool mountain climate (60–70°F), tropical forest setting, and proximity to natural attractions (Bosque de Pinos, Carite State Forest, Charco Azul). Recent comps in Cayey: single-family homes avg $293K (last 12 mo., per FSBO data); current market avg $691K for homes on market (Feb 2026). Puerto Rico housing market up 14.95% year-over-year in Q4 2025; Cayey area shows mixed pricing from $50K–$1.95M depending on type/location. At $1.3M for unimproved land, this listing is positioned as premium mountain development property; no specific hazard warnings found, but mountain terrain and potential road access (Carr. 15) should be verified with local authorities.

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Description (English)

In Jájome, Cayey, Puerto Rico stands a historic hacienda. Two cuerdas of pure land where the architecture of an impressive chalet, nature, and luxury coexist in perfect harmony. Ready to live in from day one, completely furnished and equipped. The cool mountain climate invites you to light the fireplaces and surrender to calm. A private paradise among Puerto Rico's clouds. Are you ready to make it yours? Sale Price: $1,300,000. Coordinate your appointment and discover everything this property has to offer. Edwin Clasificados, Francisco Rivera, 787-530-2488 / 787-269-2488, License #E-339 Puerto Rico.