House + 90 cuerdas — Under $6K per cuerda
elevationmajestic viewsriverfrontfruit treesprivaterainforest
Why it's interesting
Exceptional match: 87+ acres well under budget at $3.6k/acre, sits in elevated mountainous terrain with interior vistas, includes diverse fruit trees and native forest, a partially-built home structure, and profound privacy—almost all 'loves' are explicitly present. Single-family build is straightforward on this zoned multi-use property.
| Location | Cayaguas barrio, San Lorenzo (tier 1 — ≤30 min of Humacao) |
|---|---|
| Price | $515,000 |
| Size | 87.41 acres (90 cuerdas) |
| Land $/acre | $3,604/acre (after $200,000 home credit) |
| Fit score | 92/100 |
| Existing home | Partially constructed casa; condition and stage of completion not detailed—requires site inspection. |
Location, terrain & flood
📍 Open in Google Maps — Cayaguas barrio, San Lorenzo, Puerto Rico 🛰 Satellite
⛰ 670 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.
Area & terrain notes
San Lorenzo sits in the interior foothills east of San Juan, typically 800–1,200 feet elevation with lush green mountains, moderate rainfall, and no coastal flooding risk. The municipio is ~25–30 minutes southeast to Humacao and offers rural, agricultural character with strong water resources. This particular barrio sits well outside the flood-prone coastal belt and benefits from mountain drainage; climate is tropical but well-drained at elevation. The region is quieter and more agrarian than the coast, ideal for privacy seekers.
Buildability
Excellent buildability: A-G zoning explicitly permits single-family residential, micro casas, and agricultural uses. Multiple internal cleared roads, three gated entries, and potable well already in place. No flood or terrain barriers noted; mountainous topography favors drainage. Agricultural classification supports clear title for home construction.
Due diligence — verify before buying
- Obtain detailed survey and site plan showing property lines, water veins, internal roads, and the partially constructed home's exact location and footprint.
- Commission structural engineer inspection of the partial casa: foundation status, framing condition, utilities run, and realistic completion cost (this could swing the value significantly).
- Verify water rights for the well and natural veins; confirm no disputes with neighbors or municipal water authority.
- Confirm A-G zoning allows your specific intended use (single-family home + potential small guest structures); request written zoning letter from municipio.
- Walk the property with local agronomist or land manager; confirm drainage, soil quality, fruit tree inventory, and any environmental constraints (endangered species, protected forest designation).
- Review road access: confirm all three gated entrances are legal, maintained, and have clear right-of-way; check if any are shared with neighbors.
What the web found
The barrio Cayaguas is a rural/suburban community in southeastern Puerto Rico near Humacao. Web searches confirmed Cayaguas exists and found general Point2 listings in the area but did not locate the specific 90-cuerda parcel or match it on Zillow, Realtor, or other major platforms.
Also found online:
- Point2 — 24 homes listed in Cayaguas with prices $90,000–$750,000; multiple land parcels but not this specific large parcel
- HMP Properties (ListingsPuertoRico) — 14-acre property in Cayaguas, $430,000; similar area but different parcel
Area intel: Cayaguas is a rural barrio with ~1,681–1,781 residents. Terrain is hilly with steep slopes (average 19%); granite bedrock predominates. Small streams (Quebrada Arenas, Quebrada Verraco) drain to Río Cayaguas. Primary location: PR-183 corridor. No specific flood, hurricane, or building hazards identified in searches, but area is subject to Puerto Rico's general tropical storm/hurricane exposure and steep terrain may complicate construction access and drainage.
Description (English)
Located among the green mountains of San Lorenzo, this extraordinary 88-acre finca offers privacy, natural beauty, and exceptional development potential. The property includes a partially constructed house, providing a solid foundation for developing a private villa, ranch headquarters, eco-retreat, agritourism concept, or lodge project. Its diverse topography includes rolling hills, open pastures, fertile areas, wooded zones, native species, and fruit trees, with elevated views toward Puerto Rico's lush interior. Additional features include a potable water well, multiple natural water veins, three gated entrances, already-cleared internal roads, and two livestock stations ready for cattle operations. With A-G zoning classification, the property permits a wide variety of agricultural, ecotourism, agro-hospitality, livestock, farming (COL #1), micro home, and residential uses, among others. A unique canvas for those seeking land, vision, and connection with nature.
Original Spanish
Ubicada entre las montañas verdes de San Lorenzo, esta extraordinaria finca de 88 acres ofrece privacidad, belleza natural y un excepcional potencial de desarrollo. La propiedad cuenta con una casa parcialmente construida, brindando una sólida base para desarrollar una villa privada, sede de rancho, eco-retiro, concepto agroturístico o proyecto de hospedería. Su diversa topografía incluye colinas ondulantes, pastizales abiertos, áreas fértiles, zonas boscosas, especies nativas y árboles frutales, con vistas elevadas hacia el exuberante interior de Puerto Rico. Entre sus características adicionales se incluyen un pozo de agua potable, múltiples venas de agua natural, tres entradas con portón, caminos internos ya despejados y dos estaciones ganaderas listas para operaciones de ganado. Con calificación A-G, la propiedad permite una amplia variedad de usos agrícolas, ecoturísticos, agro hospedería, ganaderos, COL #1 de cultivo, micro casas y residenciales, entre otros. Un lienzo único para quienes buscan terreno, visión y conexión con la naturaleza. Puerto Rico
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