Ciudad Jardín Juncos

Location, terrain & flood

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

⛰ 770 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 a municipality in the interior east-central region of Puerto Rico, located approximately 20–25 minutes from Humacao (confirmed in brief). The town is moderately elevated but not mountainous—typical elevation 300–500 ft—and sits inland from the coast with a tropical/humid climate and afternoon rains. Ciudad Jardín is a suburban residential community, typically platted and developed, lacking the rural charm, privacy, or dramatic views the couple seeks; the area is more commuter-oriented than scenic. No proximity to El Yunque or dramatic natural features.

Buildability

This is a corner lot in Ciudad Jardín, a platted residential subdivision—not a buildable land parcel. Zoning is single-family residential; no subdivision or new construction intended.

Due diligence — verify before buying

• Confirm exact acreage and lot boundaries via survey and deed—listing does not state size; critical for understanding privacy and buildout potential.
• Request written confirmation of all utilities (water, electric, septic vs. municipal sewer) and any private vs. public road access and maintenance obligations.
• Verify flood zone status (FEMA maps) and any drainage or flood history for the property and Ciudad Jardín subdivision.
• Obtain full home inspection: foundation, roof, structural integrity, A/C age, plumbing condition, especially given expanded living area—confirm renovation permits were filed.
• Review HOA/subdivision covenants, if any, and confirm no restrictions on future modifications, solar, or land use.
• Walk the property in person; assess views (or lack thereof), noise, neighboring density, and road conditions—photos and video call recommended before travel.

What the web found

Ciudad Jardín is an established gated residential community in Juncos (barrio Gurabo Abajo). Web searches found finished homes and other properties in the area, but not the specific $350,000 land parcel. The region has moderate land prices, and Juncos faces notable urban flood and landslide hazards per FEMA assessment.

Also found online:

• Best Properties Realty Group — Multiple finished homes in Ciudad Jardín de Juncos listed; one HUD property example: 3 bed/2 bath, $138,500
• Facebook Marketplace — HUD home in Ciudad Jardín: 3 bed/2 bath, 1,170 sq ft, built 2011, $138,500 with HOA $100/month
• FindIt PR — Multiple Juncos land and home listings; vacant lots ranging $65k–$360k+

Area intel: Juncos land prices vary widely ($65k–$850k+ observed). Puerto Rico's 2025 market shows modest sales recovery (+2.8% units, +11.4% value y-o-y). Construction costs now average $300/sq ft. High urban flood hazard documented for Juncos municipality—FEMA classified as high risk with potential damaging floods expected at least once per 10 years. Hurricane Maria (2017) triggered numerous landslides in Juncos, causing ~$25M in damage.

Sources: [1] [2] [3] [4] [5] [6]

Description (English)

Residential property in Ciudad Jardín, Juncos. House includes 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, foyer, living room, family room, dining room, and kitchen. Double carport. Corner lot with land. The living area was expanded, making the interior space larger. Property includes A/C in master bedroom, ceiling fans, light fixtures, and water heater (line heater). The property is sold by the owner directly; no real estate agents accepted. Buyer must be pre-qualified with proof of available funds. Property not subject to appraisal. [Acreage not specified in listing.]