Rustic Farm, Yabucoa

Location, terrain & flood

📍 Open in Google Maps — Guayabota, Yabucoa, Puerto Rico 🛰 Satellite

⛰ 1,012 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

Yabucoa lies in southeastern Puerto Rico, 25–35 minutes from Humacao depending on road conditions. The municipality sits in foothills with elevations rising toward the interior cordillera; mountain properties typically enjoy cooler temperatures, good drainage, and ocean vistas across the coastal plain. The area experiences typical tropical rainfall but is generally less flood-prone than low-lying coastal zones. Character is rural, agricultural, and quiet—ideal for private retreats.

Buildability

Mixed topography and mountain terrain support building; springs present suggest good water access. Verify road access quality, zoning compliance for single-family construction, and whether agricultural/rustic designation requires variance for residential development.

Due diligence — verify before buying

• Confirm road access: is the entry via public road or private easement, and is it passable year-round by vehicle suitable for construction?
• Verify zoning and building permits: does rustic/agricultural designation allow single-family residential construction, or is a variance needed?
• Water rights and springs: clarify ownership and legal right to use the natural springs; test water quality and year-round flow.
• Survey and boundary verification: ensure the 91.29 acres are accurately surveyed and titled without encumbrances or neighbor disputes.
• Flood zone and drainage: confirm the property is outside FEMA flood zones and that mixed topography does not include swampy or flood-prone pockets.
• Utility availability: assess feasibility and cost of bringing electricity, water, and internet to a potential build site, especially if deep in the property.

What the web found

Web search found comparable large-acreage properties in Guayabota/Yabucoa area, including a 78.66-acre parcel listed at $380,000 and 75-acre agricultural land at $195,000 on Zillow. The Guayabota area is characterized by rural mountain views and quiet conditions; however, the northeastern coastal portions of Yabucoa have very high landslide susceptibility per USGS monitoring data.

Also found online:

• Zillow — 78.66 acres at Km 12.5 Carretera 182 Bo Guayabota listed $380,000; 75 acres State Highway 920 Km Guayabota listed $195,000
• ReMax/MLS GRID — 43 cuerdas agricultural land in Bo. Guayabota, mountain views, quiet location, under contract
• ByOwner.com — 41-acre vacant land listing in Guayabotas, Yabucoa

Area intel: Guayabota barrio has population of 2,434 with rural character and most residents owning homes. Recent comparable sales in Yabucoa: average single-family home sales $198,006–$440,038 depending on source. Large acreage parcels in the area range $195,000–$380,000 for 75–78 acres. CRITICAL HAZARD: USGS classifies landslide susceptibility as 'very high' in northeastern coastal Yabucoa. Hurricane Maria (2017) caused landslides, flooding, and damaged ~2,500 structures in Yabucoa. Yabucoa hazards include earthquakes, flooding, landslides, strong winds, drought, and coastal hazards.

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Description (English)

Are you looking for your private oasis in the mountains of Yabucoa? Beautiful rustic farm of 94 cuerdas (91.29 acres) with spectacular views toward the sea. Perfect for an eco-tourism project or country home. Fresh climate year-round, natural springs, easy access with mixed topography. Price: $325,000. Write to me for photos and coordinates!