Penthouse with Ocean View, Villas del Faro
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Description from Clasificados
Enjoy the tranquility of southeastern Puerto Rico in this beautiful penthouse located in Villas del Faro, Maunabo, a coastal town known for its natural charm, the historic Punta Tuna Lighthouse, and the Punta Tuna Wetland Nature Reserve. The apartment is in excellent condition and offers spectacular ocean views with privileged views of the sea from every room. The property features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 balconies, living room, dining room, kitchen, laundry room, and two parking spaces. An excellent opportunity for investment, second home, or primary residence. The complex is well-located near Maunabo Beach, Yabucoa Beach, and Patillas Beach. Short-term rentals permitted.
Original Spanish
Disfruta la tranquilidad del sureste de Puerto Rico en éste hermoso PH ubicado en Villas del Faro, Maunabo; un pueblo costero conocido por su encanto natural , por el histórico Faro Punta Tuna y la Reserva Natural Humedal Punta Tuna. Apartamento en excelentes condiciones y ofrece una vista espectacular al océano. Vista privilegiada al mar desde todo el apartamento. La propiedad cuenta con 3 habitaciones, 2 baños , 2 balcones ,sala, comedor, cocina, laundry y dos estacionamientos. Excelente Oportunidad para Inversión, segundo hogar o residencia principal. Complejo con excelente localización cerca de Playas de Maunabo, Playas de Yabucoa y Patillas. Se Acepta Renta a Corto Plazo!! Enjoy the tranquility of southeastern Puerto Rico in this beautiful penthouse located in Villas del Faro, Maunabo; a coastal town known for its natural charm, the historic Punta Tuna Lighthouse, and the Punta Tuna Wetland Nature Reserve. The apartment is in excellent condition and offers spectacular ocean views. Enjoy privileged ocean views from every room. The property features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 balconies, a living room, dining room, kitchen, laundry room, and two parking spaces. An excellent investment opportunity, perfect as a second home or primary residence. Complex with an excellent location near Maunabo Beach, Yabucoa Beach, and Patillas Beach. Short-term rentals are welcome! Puerto Rico
Why it's interesting
This is a move-in-ready, well-maintained 3-bed/2-bath penthouse with confirmed ocean views, solid elevation (125 ft), minimal flood risk, and excellent interior condition—meeting core requirements. At $270k it sits well above the median ($150k) and regional comps, though it is a desirable oceanfront penthouse in a planned, amenity-rich complex. The 'loves' are mixed: strong elevation and ocean view, but negligible privacy (shared complex), no visible rainforest or fruit trees, and no riverfront. Best suited as a second home or short-term rental investment rather than a private retreat.
🔄 Refreshed with measured elevation/flood, the cadastre record, and the listing photos on 2026-07-24.
💵 Price ($270k) is 1.8× the regional median ($150k) and reflects premium penthouse/oceanfront positioning; comparable for that tier but not a bargain.
What the photos show
Photos 1–2 show the Villas del Faro complex from above: a planned coastal development on sloped terrain with organized villa rows, substantial elevation gain, and clear ocean views. Photos 3–4 depict the penthouse interior—bright, modern finishes, high ceilings, ceiling fans, large glass sliders/windows facing seaward with visible blue water and horizon in the background. Photos 5–8 show a hallway, two bedrooms with ocean-view windows, and a bathroom—all clean, well-maintained, standard fixtures. Photos 9–12 are drone/aerial shots of the complex's amenities (pools, common areas, parking) and the building's oceanfront position; photo 12 shows the penthouse rooftop at night with potted plants but no substantial vegetation. Photos 13–14 are wide-angle coastal landscapes showing the Maunabo shoreline, lush green hillsides, and the turquoise Caribbean. The penthouse itself shows excellent condition and genuine ocean views; the complex sits at moderate elevation (125 ft) on landscaped grounds with manicured common areas—not wild rainforest or fruit trees.
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| Location | Emajagua, Maunabo (tier 1 — preferred catchment) |
|---|---|
| Price | $270,000 |
| Size | not stated |
| Land $/acre | not used for home-only matches |
| Fit score | 72/100 |
| Existing home | 3 bed / 2 bath penthouse, excellent condition, move-in ready. · 3 bedrooms |
Location, terrain & flood
📍 Open in Google Maps — Emajagua, Maunabo, Puerto Rico 🛰 Satellite
⛰ 125 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.
Drive times
| Miramar Bar | 20 min | 14.2 mi |
|---|---|---|
| Playa Lucía Disc Golf | 9 min | 6.2 mi |
| Albergue Olímpico Disc Golf | 55 min | 35.4 mi |
| SJU Airport | 75 min | 47.1 mi |
| Costco (Caguas) | 46 min | 31.5 mi |
Buildability
Condo unit in an established complex; no single-family build potential on this parcel. Land-track applicants should look elsewhere.
⚠️ Listing flags: reserva natural
Due diligence — verify before buying
- Confirm exact unit square footage and HOA fees (not stated in listing); verify HOA covers maintenance and insurance.
- Clarify short-term rental permit status and any restrictions on occupancy or lease terms.
- Inspect balconies/seals for salt-spray corrosion and weather-tightness given coastal exposure.
- Walk the complex grounds and verify parking assignments, elevator access, and reserve funds for structural/roof repairs.
- Verify cadastre lot size and boundary; listing omits acreage—confirm it is condo ownership, not land.
- Confirm December move-in timeline feasibility with seller and closing process.
What the web found
Villas del Faro Penthouse is a 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom move-in-ready beachfront unit located in the Emajagua barrio near Punta Tuna Lighthouse on Maunabo's southeast coast. The property is marketed for personal use or short-term vacation rental income on multiple platforms (VRBO, Airbnb, rental sites). Web search reveals listing agent contact info, comparable home sales in the $52,000–$750,000 range, and weather/terrain details showing tropical monsoon climate with significant rainfall.
Also found online:
- KW Puerto Rico (Keller Williams agent site) — Full listing for 3BR/2BA Villas del Faro penthouse with complex amenities (pools, courts, 24-hr security). Move-in ready, positioned for vacation rental income.
- VRBO (Vacation Rental By Owner) — Beachfront penthouse listed as vacation rental: 3 bed/2 bath, oceanfront balcony, terrace, pool, tennis court, near Punta Tuna Lighthouse.
- Airbnb — Ocean view unit at Villas Del Faro Condominiums in Emajagua, listed for vacation rental.
- Puerto Rico REALTORS® MLS — MLS database shows Villas del Faro units at Punta Tuna St. and Calle Punta Tuna addresses for rent/sale.
Seller / agent: Orbe Soto (Keller Williams Puerto Rico agent); contact via KW agent site or local MLS.
Area intel: Comparable sales in Maunabo range $52,000–$750,000. Median list price ~$150,000; median $/sqft ~$45. Nearby Emajagua has multi-unit investment property (5.24 acres, $750k). Maunabo's Southeast coast location offers peaceful, laid-back lifestyle near beaches and Punta Tuna Nature Reserve. Tropical monsoon climate (Am): ~80°F year-round, 132.7mm/5.23 inches monthly precip, 223.64 rainy days annually (61%). Coastal area subject to Puerto Rico's rainy season (April–November) and tropical cyclone risk (about 1/4 of annual rainfall in storms, higher during La Niña years).
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Original listingGoogle itGoogle MapsSatellite viewRealtor.com compsPR flood map (FEMA)Listing ID 4895904 · scored 2026-07-24 · keyword score, needs review