Investor Opportunity! 2.75 Cuerdas (2.67 Acres) in Las Piedras

Location, terrain & flood

📍 Open in Google Maps — Collores, Las Piedras, Puerto Rico 🛰 Satellite

⛰ 558 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

Las Piedras is a small, working-class municipality in east-central Puerto Rico, ~20–25 km south-southwest of Humacao, situated in the coastal-lowland belt rather than the interior highlands. The area is relatively flat to gently rolling, with a tropical wet climate and historically high flood/drainage risk during heavy rains; it is not known for dramatic elevation or panoramic views. Access to El Yunque National Forest (west) and the Atlantic coast (north) is 30–45 minutes away. The terrain and infrastructure reflect small-town, agricultural/industrial character rather than upscale residential retreat.

Buildability

Property is R-G (General Residential) + CR (Resource Conservation) zoned, offering legal flexibility for single-family or mixed-use. However, the CR overlay and developer-focused marketing suggest potential environmental/conservation restrictions; flood risk in Las Piedras lowlands must be verified via FEMA maps and local flood history.

Due diligence — verify before buying

• Request detailed photos and structural inspection report of the primary residence (4BR/3BA) — confirm actual move-in habitability, roof condition, plumbing/electrical systems, and any deferred maintenance.
• Obtain FEMA flood zone map and local flood history for the specific parcel; Las Piedras lowlands have flood risk — verify property is outside high-risk zone or confirm flood insurance feasibility.
• Clarify CR (Resource Conservation) zoning overlay — confirm what uses/buildout percentages are permitted for single-family residential without variance; identify any wetland, agricultural, or environmental restrictions.
• Verify water rights (cistern + generator suggest limited public utility access) — confirm year-round adequacy and legal right to maintain private cistern system.
• Order a recent professional survey to confirm boundaries, access easement(s) to property, and any encroachments; verify the secondary structure is on title and has legal status.
• Confirm elevation and views on-site visit — listing contains zero visual or topographic clues; establish whether property offers the 'majestic views' and elevation the couple prioritize, or if it is flat/obstructed.

What the web found

Las Piedras has comparable vacant land available at similar price points ($180,000–$360,000 for 1–3.5 cuerdas). The municipality offers rural, peaceful settings near Humacao with moderate residential development potential, though Puerto Rico's eastern municipalities carry inherent flood and hurricane exposure risks that require careful insurance and structural planning.

Also found online:

• Findit PR — 27 acres land at Carr 198 R-917 Km 18 Bo Montones, $180,000; 3.5 cuerda house at Carr 921 Km 4.4 Bo Tejas, $210,000
• InvEstate Puerto Rico (MLS PR9119116) — 3.96-acre land parcel, C-R zoning, listed by EFFECTIVE REALTY, public sewer available
• TotalCommercial — 1.67 acres at Las Piedras Industrial Park, PR-198 Km 22.4 Montones Ward, $380,000
• Zillow & Trulia — Multiple listings available but no specific parcel details shown in search results

Seller / agent: EFFECTIVE REALTY 787-385-6363 (for nearby MLS listings; specific agent for this parcel not confirmed)

Area intel: Average home sales in Las Piedras last year: $260,000 ($147/sqft). Land pricing ranges $180,000–$380,000 per 1.5–3.5 cuerdas. Comparable 1.67-acre industrial parcel near Montones: $380,000. Area is rural and peaceful but vulnerable to flood zones (Humacao is noted as high-risk coastal municipality). Flood insurance can add $1,000–$10,000+ annually. Puerto Rico-wide hazards: hurricane exposure, outdated electrical grid, seismic risk. Building permits and compliance with flood mitigation standards essential.

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Description (English)

10,487 m² of land • Zoning: R-G (General Residential) and CR (Resource Conservation) • Primary Structure: Spacious 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom concrete residence. • Systems Included: Electric generator and water cistern, ensuring resilience and continuous operation in event of public service interruption. • Secondary Structure: Included at salvage value. Major advantage for contractors given that land-use and footprint rights are already established. Ideal for townhouse projects, non-profit housing (égidas), professional offices, or eco-tourism concepts. ⚠️ Mandatory Requirement: Commercial/conventional bank pre-qualification letter or proof of funds (POF) required before scheduling visits.