42-Cuerdas Farm — Sector Espinosa, San Lorenzo
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Description from Clasificados
Investment opportunity for farmers and others. Located in San Lorenzo municipio, 42.00 cuerdas (40.79 acres). Price: $175,000, below appraisal. Purchase options: cash, bank financing, or owner financing available. Address: PR-745 Km 4.4. Property is situated between Barrio Espinosa and San Lorenzo town; has access to a pond on the north and south sides. Terrain varies: flat land, mountainous sections, and slopes suitable for development. Very close to San Lorenzo town plaza. Described as an extraordinary opportunity. Contact: 787-450-055. Coordinates: 18.1231772, -66.0133007.
Original Spanish
Oportunidad de Inversión para agricultores y otros. Pueblo de San Lorenzo. Cuenta con 42.00 cuerdas Precio: $175,000 por debajo de tasación Opciones para la compra: Venta Cash o Financiado por un banco. Financiamiento disponible por dueño tambien. Carretera 745 Km 4.4 Esta localizado entre el Barrio Espinosa y San Lorenzo, tiene acceso a una charca por el Norte y Sur. Area para desarrollar; tiene terreno plano; montañoso y pendientes. Muy cerca de la plaza del pueblo de San Lorenzo Es una oportunidad extraordinaria. Para mas orientacion favor llamar 787-450-055, 18.1231772, -66.0133007 Puerto Rico
Why it's interesting
The property offers genuine rainforest privacy and elevation variation on a large acreage at a price below regional comps (~$4.3/acre vs $4.3–$16.8 range), but web research flags critical flood vulnerability: the Río Grande de Loíza has caused severe historical flooding near San Lorenzo, Flash Flood Warnings are active (April 2026), and 771 properties in the municipality are vulnerable to 30-year inundation. Although the measured FEMA zone is X (minimal risk), the listing location sits *between* Barrio Espinosa and San Lorenzo proper—closer to the flood-prone valley. Photos show rainforest and privacy, but no oceanview, riverfront, or fruit trees are evident; structural condition of visible buildings is unclear.
🔄 Refreshed with measured elevation/flood, the cadastre record, and the listing photos on 2026-07-19.
💵 Price is ~$4,276/acre; at the low end of regional comps ($4.3–$16.8k/acre). No last-sale date provided to assess flip or hold-time; verify cadastre transaction history.
What the photos show
The aerial image reveals a winding road through dense, lush green vegetation descending into a valley—strong indication of varied elevation and rainforest canopy coverage. The road curves multiple times suggesting moderate to steep terrain; no clear oceanview visible from this vantage. The vegetation is thick and uniform (tropical forest), with no obvious fruit trees or clearings discernible at this scale. Two structures visible among the green (lower left, upper right) appear small and distant; road access is present but appears narrow and unpaved. No water bodies (pond, river, or ocean) are clearly visible in this contact sheet image, despite the listing's mention of pond access.
Read from the listing photos by vision AI — verify against the images yourself.
| Location | Sector Espinosa, San Lorenzo (confirmed as valid sector), San Lorenzo (tier 1 — ≤30 min of Humacao) |
|---|---|
| Price | $175,000 |
| Size | 40.79 acres (42 cuerdas) |
| Land $/acre | $4,290/acre |
| Fit score | 52/100 |
| Existing home | no |
Location, terrain & flood
📍 Open in Google Maps — PR-745 Km 4.4, San Lorenzo, Puerto Rico 🛰 Satellite
⛰ 594 ft elevation 🌊 FEMA Zone X — minimal flood
Located from an address / road-km marker — close to the parcel. Elevation: USGS. Flood zone: FEMA NFHL.
Drive times
| Miramar Bar | 36 min | 17.9 mi |
|---|---|---|
| Playa Lucía Disc Golf | 37 min | 16 mi |
| SJU Airport | 56 min | 34.1 mi |
| Costco (Caguas) | 25 min | 13.3 mi |
Buildability
Raw agricultural land with vehicular access (PR-745 Km 4.4). Mixed terrain (flat, mountainous, slopes) supports single-family construction, but flood risk, water availability, utilities extension, and agricultural zoning/restrictions must be verified. Pond access north/south is mentioned but unclear if it's a water right or seasonal.
Due diligence — verify before buying
- Confirm pond access (listing mentions 'access to pond on north and south sides')—verify location, size, and seasonal reliability given flood-risk context.
- Survey current road condition and legal access rights; photo shows narrow, unpaved road—cost to improve/pave for year-round use?
- Obta flood history map and FEMA Hazard Mitigation Plan for San Lorenzo; reconcile measured FEMA zone X with municipal flood vulnerability data (771 at-risk properties, Rio Grande de Loíza history).
- Walk the property during/after rain to assess drainage, landslide risk, and slope stability—Hurricane Maria (2017) triggered widespread landslides in the municipality.
- Identify the two visible structures; confirm ownership, condition, utilities, and whether they convey with the land.
- Request cadastre deed and last recorded sale/transfer price to verify listing accuracy and assess value trajectory.
What the web found
While the specific ClasificadosOnline listing (ID 4898589) could not be verified on major platforms, search results confirm that San Lorenzo is an agricultural area near Humacao with significant flooding and landslide risks due to its proximity to the Río Grande de Loíza and mountainous terrain. Recent comparable land listings in San Lorenzo range from $85,000–$1.4M depending on acreage.
Also found online:
- Trulia — Multiple land listings in San Lorenzo ranging from 0.93 to 84.78 acres at $85K–$1.4M; no specific Espinosa match found
- Zillow — 39 homes listed for San Lorenzo PR; land-specific listings available but no Espinosa parcel match
Area intel: San Lorenzo faces critical flood risk; the Río Grande de Loíza has caused severe historical flooding near San Lorenzo, destroying communities. Flash Flood Warnings are active for the area (April 2026). 771 properties are vulnerable to inundation over 30 years. Terrain includes hilly topography prone to landslides, especially after heavy rains and hurricanes. Hurricane Maria (2017) triggered widespread landslides in the municipality. The area is vulnerable to hurricane damage with high rainfall intensity. Comparable land prices in San Lorenzo range from ~$4,300–$16,800 per acre depending on size and improvements.
Dig deeper
Original listingGoogle itGoogle MapsSatellite viewRealtor.com compsPR flood map (FEMA)Listing ID 4898589 · scored 2026-07-18 · keyword score, needs review