Land/Property in Boquerón, Las Piedras
Description from Clasificados
PROPERTY FOR SALE IN LAS PIEDRAS, PUERTO RICO. Live in the countryside with tranquility and excellent views, 6 minutes from Express #30 highway. Remodeled property with 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, carport/marquee structure. Does not qualify for government housing assistance. For more information please contact Mrs. González at (787) 600-9993, Puerto Rico.
Original Spanish
VENTA DE PROPIEDAD EN LAS PIEDRAS, PUERTO RICO; Vive en el campo con tranquilidad y excelente vista, a 6 minutos del Expreso #30. Propiedad Remodelada, consta de 4 habitaciones, 2 baños, marquesina, no cualifica para las ayudas de vivienda. Para más información favor de comunicarse al (787) 600-9993 con la Sra. González. Puerto Rico
Why it's interesting
The property meets the 3+ bedroom and move-in-ready requirement, sits at healthy 349 ft elevation with minimal flood risk, and is priced near market comparables. However, it lacks nearly all 'loves': no elevation feel or commanding views from the home itself (only distant hills), no water features, no vegetation/fruit trees, minimal privacy, and no rainforest character. The listing's 'remodeled' claim overstates the interior condition (basic, dated finishes). It is a functional rural home but not compelling beyond utility.
🔄 Refreshed with measured elevation/flood, the cadastre record, and the listing photos on 2026-07-24.
💵 No prior sale or cadastral data provided for price comparison; $159K is within cited comps ($150K–$360K for 3+ bed homes in the area).
What the photos show
The property shows a modest single-story concrete home with 4 bedrooms across 2 sections (images 1–8). Interior photos reveal basic finishes: polished concrete floors, simple black cabinetry in a kitchenette (image 2), plain drywall, and a dated bathroom with standard fixtures (image 5). The home appears clean but sparsely furnished and in move-in condition, not newly remodeled as claimed. Exterior views (images 1, 6, 7) show modest residential surroundings with flat to gently sloping terrain; image 6 shows distant mountains/hills on the horizon, providing scenic backdrop but not dramatic elevation or views from the property itself. No visible fruit trees, riverfront, water features, or dense vegetation typical of rainforest; the lot appears open, manicured, and relatively exposed. Carport/covered area visible (images 1, 7). Road access is direct and open; privacy appears moderate given visible neighboring structures.
Read from the listing photos by vision AI — verify against the images yourself.
| Location | Boquerón, Las Piedras (tier 1 — preferred catchment) |
|---|---|
| Price | $159,000 |
| Size | not stated |
| Land $/acre | not used for home-only matches |
| Fit score | 58/100 |
| Existing home | 4 bed, 2 bath, remodeled, move-in ready · 4 bedrooms |
Location, terrain & flood
📍 Open in Google Maps — 18.206639,-65.841596 🛰 Satellite
⛰ 349 ft elevation 🌊 FEMA Zone X — minimal flood
Exact coordinates from web research. Elevation: USGS. Flood zone: FEMA NFHL.
Drive times
| Miramar Bar | 24 min | 12.1 mi |
|---|---|---|
| Playa Lucía Disc Golf | 27 min | 16.8 mi |
| Albergue Olímpico Disc Golf | 75 min | 43.2 mi |
| SJU Airport | 56 min | 30.4 mi |
| Costco (Caguas) | 29 min | 15.8 mi |
Buildability
A home already exists; not a buildable land parcel. Single-family expansion or renovation possible but not the blank-slate dream-build scenario.
Due diligence — verify before buying
- Verify exact lot size in cadastre—listing omits acreage; critical for land economics assessment.
- Confirm interior finishes are truly 'remodeled' vs. cosmetically updated; inspect plumbing, electrical, roof condition, and age of HVAC/systems.
- Request utility (water, electricity, sewage) documentation and costs; confirm no restrictions or liens.
- Clarify why listing says 'does not qualify for government housing assistance'—check for title, zoning, or structural issues.
- Site visit to assess actual privacy, noise, utility access, and relationship to neighbors and Express #30 traffic noise (6 min away).
- Walk the property and surrounding area for any seasonal water/drainage concerns not captured in static FEMA flood zone.
What the web found
Boquerón is a rural barrio in Las Piedras municipality in eastern Puerto Rico. Comparable land sales in Las Piedras range from ~$39K for smaller lots to $349K+ for multi-acre parcels, with 3-bedroom homes in the area priced $150K–$249K.
Also found online:
- Zillow — 15 homes/lots listed in Boqueron Las Piedras; example: 2.92-acre lot at Km37 PR #937 for $349,000
- FindItPR — Multiple properties in Las Piedras: 3-bed homes $150K–$249K; vacant lots $39K–$165K
- InvEstate Puerto Rico — 4.26-acre lot in Montones barrio at Carr. 916 Km. 9.5 (nearby barrio); contact EFFECTIVE REALTY 787-385-6363
Area intel: Las Piedras is in central-eastern Puerto Rico, ~45 minutes from San Juan. The municipality has 8 barrios with mixed rural and developed areas. Recent comparable sales show 3+ bedroom homes $150K–$360K and raw land $39K–$349K depending on location and size. No specific hazard information located for Boquerón.
Dig deeper
Original listingGoogle itGoogle MapsSatellite viewRealtor.com compsPR flood map (FEMA)Listing ID 4898992 · scored 2026-07-24 · keyword score, needs review