15 Cuerdas of Land Available!

Location, terrain & flood

📍 Open in Google Maps — Valenciano Abajo, Juncos, Puerto Rico 🛰 Satellite

⛰ 344 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

Juncos is in the central-eastern interior of PR, ~25–30 min southeast of San Juan and close to Humacao as specified. The municipio sits at moderate elevation (200–400 ft) and is characterized by rolling hills, some agricultural land, and karst terrain. The 'future Juncos Lake' (a proposed reservoir/development project) is a long-discussed initiative that may or may not materialize; water views are not guaranteed. The area has tropical climate, moderate rainfall, and lower flood risk than coastal zones—but any property near a planned dam should be checked for legal/environmental status. Proximity to El Yunque is ~45 min north; coastal access ~30 min east.

Buildability

Large parcel with no obvious constraints mentioned; however, proximity to a future lake dam may involve water rights, flood plain, or environmental review. Access road and utility connections must be verified.

Due diligence — verify before buying

• Confirm the legal and engineering status of the 'Juncos Lake' project—is it funded, approved, and what is the timeline? Are water rights or easements attached to this property?
• Obtain a survey and verify exact elevation, topography, and whether the land is buildable (not flood plain, not agricultural preservation zone).
• Confirm access: is there a deeded road to the property, and are utilities (electric, water, sewer) accessible or must they be extended?
• Have the 'structure available for restoration' inspected by a structural engineer—determine if it's salvageable or a total tear-down, and whether any permits/title issues attach to it.
• Check municipal zoning and building codes for single-family residential and any restrictions tied to the future lake project or environmental protections.
• Research flood zone and historical water table/drainage on the property, especially given the proximity to planned lake development.

What the web found

Searches did not locate this specific parcel on Realtor.com, Zillow, Point2, or other platforms. Valenciano Abajo is a barrio in Juncos with comparable land sales in the $105,000–$175,000 range for small parcels. The area faces documented flooding and landslide risks; Juncos is mentioned in historical flood events and has active hazard mitigation strategies.

Also found online:

• FindItPR — Lists comparable terreno (land) in Juncos: 6.6 cuerdas at Alturas De Valencia in Valenciano Arriba for $105,000; 20.234 m² in Bo Ceiba Sur for $175,000
• ClassificadosOnline — 29 cuerdas finca in Valenciano Abajo listed at $149,000 (dated 08/30/2025); multiple smaller properties listed

Area intel: Comparable recent land sales in Juncos range from $105,000–$175,000 for small parcels. The municipality's 2021 Local Hazard Mitigation Plan identifies landslide and flooding as primary natural hazards; landslide prevention is specifically targeted at Sector Pablo Dones in Valenciano Arriba ward. Historical records show Juncos was affected by significant flash flooding events (August 1973, September 1960, October 1985). Storm water management improvements and flood control projects are ongoing throughout the municipality.

Sources: [1] [2] [3] [4]

Description (English)

For sale: 15 cuerdas (14.57 acres / 58,956 m²) of land bordering the future Juncos Lake. Tremendous area for construction with possible future views of the Juncos Lake. Structure available for restoration. Puerto Rico.