DIPLO 3
Description from Clasificados
FOR SALE: 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom residence with carport. New cabinets, roof treatment, new vanity, recently painted, new light fixtures. Space available to expand carport. Good neighborhood, near passive park, minutes from expressway toward Fajardo or Humacao, near Naguabo waterfront/malecon. Not subject to appraisal. No realtors, no government plans. Pre-qualification required if financed or proof of funds for cash sale. Contact: 939-247-9023. Price: $165,000.
Original Spanish
SE VENDE RESIDENCIA 3C, 1B, MARQUESINA. GABINETES NUEVOS, TRATAMIENTO DE TECHO, VANITY NUEVO, RECIEN PINTADA, LAMPARAS NUEVAS, ESPACIO DISPONIBLE PARA AGRANDAR MARQUESINA, BUEN VECINDARIO, CERCA DEL PARQUE PASIVO, A MINUTOS DEL EXPRESO HACIA FAJARDO O HUMACAO, CERCA DEL MALECON DE NAGUABO. NO SUJETA A TASACION, NO REALTORS, NO PLANES DEL GOBIERNO, PRECALIFICACIÓN SI ES FINANCIADO O EVIDENCIA DE FONDOS SI ES VENTA EN EFECTIVO INF. 939 247 9023 Venta: $165,000 Puerto Rico
Why it's interesting
This is a functional 3-bed move-in-ready home priced at $165k in a moderate Naguabo neighborhood near amenities and expressway access, fitting the couple's core requirement. However, none of their desired 'loves' are evident: no elevation, no views, no ocean visibility, no water features, no fruit trees, minimal privacy, and no rainforest setting. At 56 ft elevation the property is not notably high; it is in a safe flood zone (X). The price sits within the regional comp range for a modest 3-bed, but without the scenic or natural appeal the couple values, it is a purely practical shelter rather than a compelling home.
🔄 Refreshed with measured elevation/flood, the cadastre record, and the listing photos on 2026-07-25.
💵 Price $165k is well within local comps ($147k–$540k for 3–7 bed); last-sale data not provided in brief, so no flip-margin flag.
What the photos show
Photos 1, 2, and 4 show a modest single-story concrete house with metal louvered windows and a small carport, situated on flat to very gently sloping terrain with minimal landscaping—no visible fruit trees, dense vegetation, or rainforest character. The property appears to be in a residential neighborhood with a white-painted metal fence and a paved/concrete entryway; no ocean, river, or elevated views are evident from the exterior shots. Photo 3 (interior bathroom) confirms recent renovation work (new vanity, fixtures, paint) but is a tight, standard bathroom with no architectural appeal. The overall setting is suburban and utilitarian, with no privacy screening and no distinctive natural features.
Read from the listing photos by vision AI — verify against the images yourself.
| Location | Ramon Rivero Diplo, Naguabo (tier 1 — preferred catchment) |
|---|---|
| Price | $165,000 |
| Size | not stated |
| Land $/acre | not used for home-only matches |
| Fit score | 62/100 |
| Existing home | 3 bed, 1 bath, recently updated (new cabinets, roof treatment, vanity, paint, fixtures); carport (marquesina). · 3 bedrooms |
Location, terrain & flood
📍 Open in Google Maps — Ramon Rivero Diplo, Naguabo, Puerto Rico 🛰 Satellite
⛰ 56 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 | 19 min | 13.4 mi |
|---|---|---|
| Playa Lucía Disc Golf | 22 min | 18.2 mi |
| Albergue Olímpico Disc Golf | 82 min | 58.9 mi |
| SJU Airport | 63 min | 42.6 mi |
| Costco (Caguas) | 38 min | 22 mi |
Buildability
Existing occupied residence; not a vacant buildable lot. Carport expansion noted as possible but implies residential property, not raw land.
Due diligence — verify before buying
- Confirm exact acreage and lot boundaries (listing does not state size; verify cadastre).
- Title status and any encumbrances, liens, or government claims (listing claims 'no government plans' but verify independently).
- Hurricane and storm-surge risk history for Naguabo and this specific property (despite X flood zone, confirm insureability and past damage).
- Verify the 'recently painted, new roof treatment, new cabinets, new vanity, new fixtures' scope and warranty/receipt documentation.
- Confirm expiration/renewal of any local restrictions or HOA rules in the neighborhood.
- Last-sale price and date of this property to assess any markup or hold period.
What the web found
Web search identified Urb Ramon Rivero Diplo as a named urbanization in Naguabo, likely named after a local historic figure. Found a comparable $165,000 property nearby in Cala De Hucares with 4 bed/2 bath and 1,800 sqft. The $165,000 price point matches recent land and lower-cost home sales in Naguabo (land $73k–$200k for small parcels; 3-bed homes $150k–$295k), indicating a competitive entry price for the area.
Also found online:
- Zillow — Comparable: Cala De Hucares Carr 3 Km 66.7 listed at $165,000 for 4 bed/2 bath, 1,800 sqft house with beach access
- Trulia — Land and home listings in Naguabo; 0.26–17 acre parcels $75k–$200k; 3-bed homes $156k–$295k
- Findit PR — Multiple active listings in Naguabo with agent contacts; land and homes $73k–$1.65M
Area intel: Naguabo is in the eastern coast region with ~23k population. Average single-family home price $327,542 (per latest market data); recent homes sold $147k–$540k for 3–7 bedroom properties. Land prices vary: small parcels $73k–$150k; larger tracts $200k–$1.6M. Market shows moderate inventory with properties staying 100–200+ days on market. Area has coastal access (Malecón, Punta Santiago Beach) and proximity to El Yunque (28 min drive). No major hazard alerts found in search results, though Puerto Rico property buyers should verify flood/hurricane risk and title status independently.
Dig deeper
Original listingGoogle itGoogle MapsSatellite viewRealtor.com compsPR flood map (FEMA)Listing ID 4899218 · scored 2026-07-25 · keyword score, needs review