The Best Corner Garden Apartment in Villas del Faro Condominium
Description from Clasificados
Looking for the comfort of an apartment with the privacy and space of a house? This exclusive corner garden apartment is the oasis you've been waiting for. Its unique design features interconnected balconies that form a spectacular open terrace, seamlessly integrating with a beautiful and spacious private patio. Ideal space: 3 comfortable bedrooms and 2 modern bathrooms; completely remodeled apartment. Connection with nature: Enjoy an exclusive retreat surrounded by greenery, designed for your moments of peace or private outdoor activities. Excellent opportunity to invest in a second home, income-producing property, or primary residence. Short-term rentals are allowed.
Original Spanish
THE BEST CORNER GARDEN APARTMENT IN VILLAS DEL FARO! Looking for the comfort of an apartment with the privacy and space of a house? This exclusive Corner Garden Apartment is the oasis you've been waiting for. Its unique design features interconnected balconies that form a spectacular open terrace, seamlessly integrating with a beautiful and spacious private patio. Ideal space: 3 comfortable bedrooms and 2 modern bathrooms; completely remodeled apartment. Connection with nature: Enjoy an exclusive retreat surrounded by greenery, designed for your moments of peace or private outdoor activities. Excellent opportunity to invest in a second home, income-producing property or primary residence. Short-term rentals are allowed!! Puerto Rico
Why it's interesting
The property meets the core requirement: 3 bedrooms, move-in-ready, no acreage minimum, in an acceptable location. Unit condition and remodel quality are solid. However, it is a condo/apartment in a managed complex—no private land, no elevation or views to make it compelling, no evidence of oceanView, riverfront, fruit trees, privacy (shared building), or rainforest. At $260k it is 15.6% above the Oct 2025 Villas del Faro comp ($200k, same complex, 3bed/2bath); whether that reflects genuine upgrades or market movement requires inspection. Limited upside for a couple seeking land economics or scenic appeal.
🔄 Refreshed with measured elevation/flood, the cadastre record, and the listing photos on 2026-07-24.
💵 Listed at $260k; Oct 2025 sale of 3bd/2ba unit in same complex (Apt 602) was $200k—this asking is 1.3× that recent comp. Verify scope of remodels and any other upgrades justifying the premium.
What the photos show
Photos 1–8 show a modern, fully remodeled 3-bed/2-bath apartment with clean finishes, mirrored closets, and an integrated indoor-outdoor living space (photos 1–2, 4–5 reveal connected terraces and patio). The unit appears well-maintained with neutral tones and contemporary fixtures; no visible structural issues. Photos 7–8 show the building exterior in a gated/landscaped complex with maintained grounds, planted palms, and a fire pit area—indicating a managed community. Photos 9–12 appear to be aerial/location photography of the broader Maunabo area (pools, coastal views, hillside development) but do not specifically document this property's immediate surroundings or views. No river, ocean view, or significant elevation gain is visible from the apartment or unit-specific shots. Vegetation is ornamental (potted plants, landscaped grounds) rather than productive; no fruit trees are evident.
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| Location | Emajaguas, Maunabo (tier 1 — preferred catchment) |
|---|---|
| Price | $260,000 |
| Size | not stated |
| Land $/acre | not used for home-only matches |
| Fit score | 62/100 |
| Existing home | 3 bed, 2 bath, completely remodeled, move-in ready garden apartment. · 3 bedrooms |
Location, terrain & flood
📍 Open in Google Maps — Emajaguas, Maunabo, Puerto Rico 🛰 Satellite
⛰ 33 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 | 15 mi |
|---|---|---|
| Playa Lucía Disc Golf | 9 min | 6.9 mi |
| Albergue Olímpico Disc Golf | 54 min | 34.7 mi |
| SJU Airport | 75 min | 47.8 mi |
| Costco (Caguas) | 46 min | 32.3 mi |
Buildability
This is a condo unit within a managed residential complex; no opportunity to build a custom single-family home or expand acreage.
Due diligence — verify before buying
- Confirm unit square footage and compare unit-by-unit with Oct 2025 Apt 602 sale ($200k, 1,098 sq ft) to validate 30% asking premium.
- Walk the building and grounds to assess privacy (shared walls, common areas, noise from neighbors/road).
- Review HOA fees, condo docs, short-term rental restrictions in writing (listing says 'allowed' but verify in declaration).
- Inspect drainage and urban flood mitigation on site (Maunabo rated high for urban flooding; 33 ft elevation is low for coastal Puerto Rico).
- Verify no pending hurricane or water-damage history for the unit or complex post-Maria.
- Confirm water, power, and internet are stable year-round and that the building has backup systems.
What the web found
Villas del Faro is a gated oceanfront condominium community in Maunabo with furnished 3-bed/2-bath garden apartments featuring sea views, 24/7 security, and amenities including pools, tennis, and basketball courts. The $260,000 price point is at the higher end for Maunabo apartments, though comparable recent Villas del Faro sales support the valuation. Web searches reveal the complex is actively marketed as both permanent residence and vacation property across multiple tourism and real estate platforms.
Also found online:
- Compass (EXP Puerto Rico LLC) — Unit 1204, 3 bed/2 bath, 4-story building, with agent Ingrid Lopez Videla
- TeamDavisProperties.com — Lists available 3-bed garden apartment units with ocean views and amenities
- FloridaCustomHomes.com — Listing matches: garden apartment, ocean views, 24/7 security, gym, pools, tennis/basketball courts
- Airbnb & Booking.com — Multiple vacation rental units within the same complex available for short-term rental
Seller / agent: Ingrid Lopez Videla (EXP Puerto Rico LLC) - identified on Compass listing for Villas del Faro units; no direct phone/email found for this specific listing
Area intel: Recent Maunabo apartment sales: $200k (Oct 2025, Apt 602 Villas del Faro, 3bd/2ba, 1,098 sq ft); $225k (Nov 2025, Calle Punta Tuna, 3bd/2ba). Puerto Rico housing market trending up: Q4 2025 prices rose 14.95% year-over-year, construction costs ~$300/sq ft. Urban flood hazard rated high for the municipality—projects should account for urban flooding risk. Maunabo is surrounded by steep slopes and was heavily impacted by Hurricane Maria landslides; consider elevation and drainage on coastal properties.
Dig deeper
Original listingGoogle itGoogle MapsSatellite viewRealtor.com compsPR flood map (FEMA)Listing ID 4895984 · scored 2026-07-24 · keyword score, needs review