Land in Humacao with Potential
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Description from Clasificados
Looking for the perfect canvas for your next big project? We present 12 cuerdas of raw land in Barrio Marina, Humacao. What you need to know: Location: Bo. Marina, Humacao (High-appreciation zone). Size: 12 cuerdas total (divided into two parcels). Potential: Ideal for eco-tourism development, private residential complex, or dream farm. Privacy, space, and a strategic location on the east coast of the island. Here you don't buy land, you buy opportunities. Puerto Rico
Original Spanish
¿Buscas el lienzo perfecto para tu próximo gran proyecto? Te presentamos 12 cuerdas de terreno virgen en el Barrio Marina, Humacao. Lo que necesitas saber: Ubicación: Bo. Marina, Humacao (Zona de alta plusvalía). Extensión: 12 cuerdas totales (divididas en dos predios). Potencial: Ideal para Clasificados desarrollo eco-turístico, complejo residencial privado o finca de ensueño. Privacidad, espacio y una ubicación estratégica en la costa este de la isla. Aquí no compras tierra, compras oportunidades. Puerto Rico
Why it's interesting
Elevation (589 ft), privacy, and dramatic topography tick three 'loves,' and the price ($156k for 11.65 ac ≈ $13.4k/ac) sits mid-range for rural Humacao comps. However, no ocean view despite east-coast claim and no visible riverfront undercut two key desires; no identifiable fruit trees; rainforest character is present but not pristine. Cyclone/flood vulnerability (Humacao municipality 'extremely vulnerable') is a material risk that the inland Mariana location only partially mitigates—terrain drainage will require careful design. The property offers canvas and views for the right eco-project, but misses oceanfront romance and is exposed to regional weather hazard.
🔄 Refreshed with measured elevation/flood, the cadastre record, and the listing photos on 2026-07-01.
💵 No recent comparable sale date provided; price $156k compares reasonably to 3-acre rural lots at $55k (Feb 2024, ≈$18.3k/ac) and small parcels listed $75k–$279.9k. Price per acre ($13.4k) is competitive but reflects raw, steep, non-oceanfront status.
What the photos show
Photos 1–8 show rolling, steep terrain with dramatic elevation changes across 11.65 acres—significant slope suitable for terraced or hillside development. Vegetation is lush and mixed (secondary growth, scattered mature trees); no obvious fruit trees identifiable, though tropical canopy is dense. Photos 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 capture wide valley/mountain views toward the interior and distant ridges, confirming elevation benefit and scenic vistas; no ocean is visible in any frame despite Mariana Barrio's east-coast location. Small structures (blue/white corrugated shelters) appear in photos 1, 3, 7, 8—modest existing improvements, likely utility/storage, not primary residences. Dirt access roads visible in photos 1, 5, 8. No surface water (stream/river) evident in the photos. Surroundings show low-density rural/agricultural settlement, supporting privacy claim.
Read from the listing photos by vision AI — verify against the images yourself.
| Location | Mariana, Humacao (tier 1 — ≤30 min of Humacao) |
|---|---|
| Price | $156,000 |
| Size | 11.65 acres (12 cuerdas) |
| Land $/acre | $6,695/acre (after $78,000 home credit) |
| Fit score | 68/100 |
| Existing home | yes — not move-in habitable |
Location, terrain & flood
📍 Open in Google Maps — Mariana, Humacao, Puerto Rico 🛰 Satellite
⛰ 589 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.
Drive times
| Miramar Bar | 13 min | 6.4 mi |
|---|---|---|
| Playa Lucía Disc Golf | 17 min | 11.1 mi |
| SJU Airport | 61 min | 34.4 mi |
| Costco (Caguas) | 32 min | 18.8 mi |
Buildability
12 cuerdas is substantial for a single-family home; however, listing does not specify zoning, flood risk, road access quality, utility availability, or agricultural restrictions. Barrio Marina terrain and proximity to coast warrant flood/wetland verification. A survey and municipal zoning review are essential before committing.
Due diligence — verify before buying
- Verify cadastre parcel ID and confirm 11.65 acres (listing says '12 cuerdas'; 1 cuerda ≈ 0.97 acres; discrepancy may be rounding but confirm deed split and legal description match two-parcel claim).
- Survey drainage patterns and soil stability across steep slopes; obtain Humacao Master Plan drainage/development guidelines and confirm feasibility of planned home siting without major grading.
- Walk perimeter and interior for seasonal water flow, ephemeral streams, or wetland indicators (not visible in aerial photos but material for foundation/septic).
- Request title, lien, and municipal tax history; confirm last sale price and date (listing price context not provided).
- Engage hurricane-rated engineer to assess slope stability and wind exposure given Humacao's Category 4 cyclone history (Maria 2017, Hugo 1989).
- Confirm whether blue/white structures are legal (permits, utility infrastructure) or squatter/informal; clarify what conveys with sale.
What the web found
Web search found comparable land parcels in Barrio Mariana and general area market data, but the specific ClasificadosOnline ID 4890348 listing was not directly retrieved. Similar properties in Mariana range from $40,000–$279,900 depending on size and location. Katherine Torres of Torres and Associates appears to represent multiple Mariana listings via MLS.
Also found online:
- Estately / MLS STELLAR_MLS — 3-acre land in Bo Mariana, Humacao, sold $55,000 (Feb 2024); MLS# PR9102918
- FindItPR — 2.226-acre mountain land, Mariana, private ocean views toward Vieques; MLS# PR9102148
- NextHomeNeighborhoodRealty — 12.98 cuerdas (~12.6 acres) dual parcels at 1 Camino El Cabrito, Mariana; refreshing microclimate and mountain landscapes noted
- Compass / MLS STELLAR_MLS — Same Mariana property (MLS# PR9102918); listed by Katherine Torres
- Zillow — Gateway to Zillow's 111 Humacao listings (broader market view)
Seller / agent: Katherine Torres, Torres and Associates; Phone: (407)-279-7912; Email: katherine@torresassociates.realtor (represents multiple Mariana/Humacao MLS listings)
Area intel: Mariana Barrio median home value: $124,200 (Niche); rural character with mountain elevation offering microclimate benefits and ocean views. Comparable land sales: 3 acres at $55,000 (Feb 2024), 2.226 acres listed $75,000–$279,900 depending on amenities. Humacao overall: median home $350,000; 47 land lots listed. Hazard alert: Humacao municipality is extremely vulnerable to flooding and cyclones. Eastern location places it where most cyclones enter Puerto Rico. 2019 flood zone maps classify Humacao as highly vulnerable; Barrio Mariana is inland (less direct coast exposure than Antón Ruiz, Punta Santiago, Río Abajo), reducing some flood risk. However, terrain requires drainage-conscious development per Master Plan guidelines. Historical hurricanes: Maria (2017, Cat 4), Hugo (1989), Georges (1998).
Dig deeper
Original listingGoogle itGoogle MapsSatellite viewRealtor.com compsPR flood map (FEMA)Listing ID 4890348 · scored 2026-06-06 · keyword score, needs review