Semi-level lot, Bo. Candelero

Location, terrain & flood

📍 Open in Google Maps — Candelero Arriba, Humacao, Puerto Rico 👁 Street View 🛰 Satellite

⛰ 305 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.

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Area notes

Humacao is an eastern coastal municipio with mixed terrain; El Botecito and nearby Palmas del Mar are developed beachfront/near-coastal areas with relatively low elevation and tropical climate. The region experiences seasonal rainfall and is susceptible to coastal flooding; elevation gain is limited. The area is ~20 minutes west of the Albergue Olímpico and offers beach proximity but typically lacks dramatic ridge views. Terrain tends to be flat to gently rolling.

Buildability

Described as 'solar' (vacant lot/land parcel); no structures or utilities mentioned. Semi-flat terrain near coast and Palmas del Mar raises flood-zone questions. Confirm: zoning for single-family, access road, water/sewer availability, and whether it sits in a FEMA flood zone or special flood hazard area common to coastal Humacao.

Questions to verify

• Obtain a surveyed acreage measurement and precise property boundaries—listing does not state size, which is essential to confirm it meets the 5+ acre requirement.
• Request a flood-zone determination (FEMA map/flood insurance study) and verify no deed restrictions or environmental wetland designations.
• Confirm zoning allows single-family residential construction and identify any setback, height, or variance requirements.
• Verify access: is there a dedicated recorded road to the lot, and are utilities (water, sewer, electric) available at or near the property line?
• Clarify 'majestic views'—request photos/aerial imagery to confirm ocean views are genuine and not obstructed; assess actual elevation relative to sea level.
• Review title for liens, easements, or ownership disputes; ensure clear title and no agricultural preservation or conservation restrictions.

What the web found

The specific listing could not be accessed or verified on alternative platforms. Web searches revealed comparable land sales in Candelero Abajo and Candelero Arriba at higher price points ($95,000–$2.2M), and identified critical flooding hazards in the Candelero Abajo barrio that affect buildability and insurance considerations.

Area intel: Candelero Abajo is a coastal barrio in Humacao with significant flooding risk. Updated 2019 flood zone maps show Humacao is among the most vulnerable areas of Puerto Rico due to its location where cyclones enter the island. Candelero Abajo is explicitly identified as prone to flooding and in danger of hurricane destruction, with the municipality developing flood mitigation plans. Comparable land sales in the broader Candelero area range from $95,000 for a 0.93-acre lot (3 Candelero) to $2.2M for a 5.83-acre hilltop lot (Candelero Abajo Lot B-3) in Palmas del Mar. Recent sales (June–July 2026) show Candelero Abajo Lot B-3 sold for $420,000 on June 30, 2026. Residential homes in Candelero Arriba (87 Km) sold for $159,000–$330,000. At $25,000 for raw land, this listing is significantly below comparable vacant lots, which may reflect flood zone restrictions, limited buildability, or minimal lot size.

Sources: [1] [2] [3] [4] [5]