House, 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, $249K, 3.5 cuerdas
Description from Clasificados
Concrete house, 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, carport (marquesina), laundry room, 3.5 cuerdas of land (≈3.4 acres), space for 3 garages. San Lorenzo, Puerto Rico.
Original Spanish
Casa de Cemento, 5 dormitorios, 2 banos, marquesina, laundry, 3.5 cuerdas de terreno, espacio para 3 garages. Puerto Rico
Why it's interesting
A legitimate 5-bedroom, 2-bath move-in-ready home on 3.4 acres at 947 ft elevation in a low-flood-risk zone meets the couple's minimum criteria. However, the $249K asking price is 2.5–2.9× local market averages and well above documented comparables; the property lacks every 'love' (no elevation/views, no ocean, no water feature, no evident fruit trees, open surroundings not private, no rainforest). The home itself is in good condition and the land is buildable, but the premium pricing and absence of compelling aesthetic or natural amenities make this a functional but not compelling choice for a couple seeking elevation, views, or distinctive character.
🔄 Refreshed with measured elevation/flood, the cadastre record, and the listing photos on 2026-07-24.
💵 Asking price $249K is approximately 2.5–2.9× the San Lorenzo municipal average (~$100K) and exceeds nearby land comparables (8.76 cuerdas for $254K). Significant premium for a standard rural home with no special amenities.
What the photos show
Photos 1–2 show a concrete 5-bedroom home with orange roof and carport on modest, relatively flat land with minimal slope visible. Photo 1 reveals the property is surrounded by pastoral/agricultural land with scattered trees but no dense rainforest or prominent fruit trees evident; the driveway and fenced perimeter are visible. Photo 2 shows the front façade and porch—home appears well-maintained and move-in-ready. Photo 3 shows the home elevated on concrete stilts (common for drainage in high-rainfall zones), reinforcing that the ground elevation of 947 ft is real but local relief is moderate; surrounding vegetation is low and sparse, not dense rainforest. Photo 4 shows the carport/driveway approach with a red vehicle—road access appears paved and adequate. No visible mountain views, ocean views, rivers, streams, or significant fruit trees in any image; the setting is rural and quiet but geographically flat-to-rolling.
Read from the listing photos by vision AI — verify against the images yourself.
| Location | Quebrada Arenas, San Lorenzo (tier 1 — preferred catchment) |
|---|---|
| Price | $249,000 |
| Size | 3.4 acres (3.5 cuerdas) |
| Land $/acre | not used for home-only matches |
| Fit score | 62/100 |
| Existing home | 5 bed, 2 bath concrete home, move-in ready; includes marquesina & laundry. · 5 bedrooms |
Location, terrain & flood
📍 Open in Google Maps — Quebrada Arenas, San Lorenzo, Puerto Rico 🛰 Satellite
⛰ 947 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 | 33 min | 16.4 mi |
|---|---|---|
| Playa Lucía Disc Golf | 25 min | 10.8 mi |
| Albergue Olímpico Disc Golf | 70 min | 39.6 mi |
| SJU Airport | 62 min | 37.3 mi |
| Costco (Caguas) | 31 min | 16.4 mi |
Buildability
3.5 acres is ample for single-family residence. San Lorenzo terrain is generally buildable; verify flood zone (FEMA), road access/easement, and municipal zoning—no red flags apparent from listing.
Due diligence — verify before buying
- Confirm last recorded cadastral sale price, date, and terms to establish true appreciation/flip markup.
- Verify the 3.5 cuerdas claim against the cadastral map; reconcile any discrepancy with the listing.
- Inspect drainage and foundation condition given high annual rainfall (convective thunderstorms afternoon year-round) and the stilts-on-concrete construction visible in photos.
- Assess landslide risk and slope stability on the 3.4 acres; San Lorenzo has documented USGS landslide monitoring—obtain detailed local hazard maps.
- Walk the perimeter and upslope surroundings for groundwater seepage, spring lines, or erosion channels that may not be visible in photos.
- Confirm utility infrastructure (water supply, septic capacity, electrical) is adequate for year-round occupancy and handles peak wet-season demand.
What the web found
Web search reveals comparable San Lorenzo properties and pricing context, but the specific ClassificadosOnline listing (ID 4897953) could not be located on other major platforms. Market data shows San Lorenzo properties average ~$100K with 3% annual appreciation; the $249K asking price is above market for the area. Limited agent/seller information is publicly available.
Also found online:
- Findit PR — Multiple San Lorenzo properties listed: 5BR/2BA houses from $155K–$300K; land parcels 8.76–35.4 cuerdas at varying prices. Recent comparable: $254K for 8.76 cuerdas on PR-928 Km 5.2 (Florida Ward, published ~85 days ago)
- Zillow — 39 homes for sale in San Lorenzo PR; listing filters available by price, size, beds. Direct search available but specific listing not identified
- Trulia — Land listings in San Lorenzo include 6.77 acres at $210K (PR-928 Km 4.4), 19.8 acres at $220K, 84.78 acres at $1.423M. Relevant comps for acreage comparison
- BoricuaHomes — Market data: average home price ~$100K, $75/sqft, 3% price increase YoY; strong demand for single-family homes and buildable land
Area intel: San Lorenzo is a rural, agricultural municipality (~37K population, eastern central PR). Average home price ~$100K with modest 3% annual appreciation. Terrain: hills and valleys with volcaniclastic rock substrate. Hazard profile: significant hurricane risk, landslide susceptibility documented by USGS (monitoring station active). High rainfall convective thunderstorms year-round, especially afternoons; dry season Dec–April. PR-183 is primary road; PR-203 has steep sections with elevated accident risk. The $249K asking price substantially exceeds local averages; nearby comparable: $254K for 8.76 cuerdas (land only) on PR-928.
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Original listingGoogle itGoogle MapsSatellite viewRealtor.com compsPR flood map (FEMA)Listing ID 4897953 · scored 2026-07-24 · keyword score, needs review