Bo. Jagual in San Lorenzo — 47 Cuerdas

Location, terrain & flood

📍 Open in Google Maps — Jagual, 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.

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Area & terrain notes

San Lorenzo is an inland, central-eastern municipio in the foothills south of San Juan, roughly 30 minutes from Humacao as pre-validated. The town sits at modest elevation (200–400 ft in many areas) but Barrio Jagual itself is known as a flatter, more rural agricultural zone. The area has tropical humidity and summer rainfall but is not typically flood-prone inland. Character is quiet, working rural; no proximity to coast or El Yunque.

Buildability

Flat, urban-zoned land with confirmed water and electric access and easy road access strongly support residential development. No flood, agricultural, or structural barriers mentioned. Subdividable, which is a plus for future flexibility.

Due diligence — verify before buying

• Confirm zoning classification and permitted uses (residential, agricultural, commercial, mixed) — listing says 'urbana' but verify municipal regs allow single-family dwelling
• Obtain a professional survey and title search to confirm exact boundaries, current deed, any easements, and no prior liens or disputes
• Request detailed topographic map and site visit to verify flatness claim and identify any micro-slopes, drainage patterns, or buildable zones
• Confirm water and electric utility connection costs, timeline, and capacity — 'possibility of connection' is not a guarantee
• Check flood zone (FEMA) and rainfall/drainage history for the specific barrio and road access during heavy rains
• Clarify whether the property is zoned for immediate residential build or requires a variance; if subdivision is planned, understand municipal rules and costs

What the web found

Web search found no other listings of this specific parcel on major platforms (Realtor.com, Zillow, Point2, encuentra24), and no agent/seller contact information. However, research identified that Barrio Jagual is a rural area with mountainous terrain near Cerro Gregorio; the municipio has significant flood and landslide hazards, particularly after Hurricane María.

Also found online:

• Brevitas — 35.36-cuerda finca in Barrio Jagual, San Lorenzo (PR-765), with A-G zoning, FEMA Zone X (non-floodable), noted as having rolling to mountainous topography
• Trulia — General San Lorenzo land listings range from $85,000 (4.4 acres) to $1,423,000 (84.78 acres)

Area intel: Barrio Jagual offers rural character with most residents owning homes. Comparable San Lorenzo land sales show wide price variation ($85K–$1.4M). Critical hazard note: San Lorenzo experienced widespread landslides during Hurricane María (Sept 2017) due to heavy rainfall and hilly terrain; 771 properties assessed as vulnerable to flooding over 30 years. The Río Grande de Loíza has history of severe flash flooding. Terrain is mountainous (San Lorenzo Batholith, Sierra de Cayey to south), with volcaniclastic rock composition. At ~45 acres, the parcel would need geotechnical review for building feasibility given landslide and flood risks.

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Description (English)

Beautiful flat, urban-zoned farm/property in Barrio Jagual, San Lorenzo, comprising 47.31 cuerdas (45.65 acres). Easy road access with confirmed potential for water and electric connection. This property offers an excellent opportunity for investors and developers. The land can be subdivided into smaller parcels. Reasonable offers considered. For more information, contact the listing agent. Puerto Rico