Double-Unit Home Playa Guayanes, Yabucoa
Description from Clasificados
Upper level: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, exterior office, additional bathroom. Lower level: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. Parking for 4 vehicles. Puerto Rico.
Original Spanish
Nivel Superior / 3 habitaciones / 2 baños Oficina exterior / Baño adicional Planta baja / 2 habitaciones / 1 baño Estacionamiento para 4 autos Puerto Rico
Why it's interesting
The property meets the hard requirement (dual 3+ BR unit, move-in-ready condition) and location is pre-approved, but it sits at 1 ft elevation in a VE (high) flood zone with direct hurricane/storm-surge exposure—a serious resilience concern after Maria (2017). None of the couple's 'loves' are evident: no elevation, no views, no oceanfront vista, no water feature, no fruit trees, no privacy, no rainforest. The asking price ($285,000) significantly exceeds recent coastal Yabucoa comps (~$135k–$349k range) and is a 2.1× jump from typical neighborhood sales, suggesting this is either a newer/larger build or priced optimistically. For a couple seeking views and elevation, this low-lying, densely surrounded beachside property is fundamentally misaligned.
🔄 Refreshed with measured elevation/flood, the cadastre record, and the listing photos on 2026-07-24.
💵 Asking $285,000 is at the top of local Yabucoa comps and represents a significant premium over 2024 coastal sales (~$265k for newer 2,520 sqft); likely reflects recent renovation/dual-unit reconfiguration, but comparable recent builds are listed lower.
What the photos show
Photos 1–4 show a dual-unit residential property on minimal land in a dense coastal neighborhood; the structures appear modern (built/renovated recently) with black metal railings and paved/concrete surfaces. Photos 5–12 reveal interior spaces: upper unit has light-filled bedrooms with louvered windows, an open kitchen with dark cabinetry, and multiple bathrooms in clean condition; lower unit spaces are also tidy and functional. Photo 13 shows a brick-floored space (possibly shared or separate structure). Notably absent: no visible mountain views, no oceanfront or water features on the property itself, no fruit trees or vegetation, and no private land/yard—the home sits on what appears to be a small urban lot in a crowded beachside barrio. Road access is direct; surroundings are residential/built-up.
Read from the listing photos by vision AI — verify against the images yourself.
| Location | Playa Guayanes, Yabucoa (tier 1 — preferred catchment) |
|---|---|
| Price | $285,000 |
| Size | not stated |
| Land $/acre | not used for home-only matches |
| Fit score | 42/100 |
| Existing home | 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, dual-unit rental property, move-in condition · 5 bedrooms |
Location, terrain & flood
📍 Open in Google Maps — Playa Guayanes, Yabucoa, Puerto Rico 🛰 Satellite
⛰ 1 ft elevation 🌊 FEMA Zone VE — flood risk
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 | 6 min | 2.4 mi |
|---|---|---|
| Playa Lucía Disc Golf | 11 min | 6.1 mi |
| Albergue Olímpico Disc Golf | 70 min | 46.9 mi |
| SJU Airport | 68 min | 39.3 mi |
| Costco (Caguas) | 39 min | 23.8 mi |
Buildability
Property is already developed with a duplex structure; no land available for single-family construction. Coastal lowland location (Playa Guayanes) carries flood/storm surge risk typical of beach barrios.
Due diligence — verify before buying
- Verify actual lot size and cadastre footprint—listing omits acreage; confirm square footage of each unit and total livable space.
- Obtain recent flood insurance quote and verify if structure has elevated utilities/systems; clarify if VE zone requires pilings/elevation exemptions or if property has been grandfathered.
- Confirm the $285k asking price against actual recent sales (not just listings) of dual-unit or similar multi-family in Playa Guayanes; determine if this is a 2024 flip.
- Inspect hurricane/Maria damage history and repair records; verify structural resilience (roof reinforcement, shutters, backup power, drainage).
- Walk the property and immediate surroundings during high tide or rain to assess drainage and groundwater; confirm no standing-water issues.
- Clarify tenure of the two units (are they separately deeded, or single deed with rental/family occupancy?) and confirm both are legally rentable or owner-occupied.
What the web found
Playa Guayanes is a scenic coastal barrio in Yabucoa with ocean views and mountain backdrop. The area presents significant coastal flood risks (medium hazard, >20% chance of damaging waves in 10 years), particularly relevant for coastal properties. Recent comparable sales in Yabucoa range from $135,000 to $349,000 for single homes.
Also found online:
- Compass — 906 Playa Guayanes: 3-bed, 2-bath, 2,520 sqft, $265,000 (Apr 2025)
- Estately/MLS — Bo Playa Guayanes: 3-bed, 2-bath, 116 sqft, sold $87,000 (May 2022)
- Smith & Associates MLS — Parcela 20 Playa Guayanes: 5-bed home, $244/sqft
Area intel: Playa Guayanes is a scenic coastal enclave in Yabucoa. Recent comparable sales in the barrio and broader Yabucoa area: 906 Playa Guayanes listed $265,000 (2-bath, 2,520 sqft, 2024-built); others $135,000–$349,000. Market data shows 7 single-family closings in Yabucoa with average price ~$198,000–$440,000. Coastal flood hazard rated medium with >20% probability of damaging waves in 10 years. Yabucoa was hit directly by Hurricane Maria (2017) as Category 4 landfall near harbor, making disaster resilience a consideration for coastal property.
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Original listingGoogle itGoogle MapsSatellite viewRealtor.com compsPR flood map (FEMA)Listing ID 4897235 · scored 2026-07-24 · keyword score, needs review