The real estate market in Mexico’s Riviera Maya is thriving, offering prospective buyers a wide variety of surprisingly affordable yet luxurious properties to choose from. From Playa del Carmen to Puerto Aventuras and Tulum, there are many different condos and private homes for sale in the region to suit virtually any taste and budget, so here are six of our favorite gated communities to help narrow down your search!
1. Puerto Aventuras
Just 20 minutes south of Playa del Carmen, the gated beach, marina and golf community of Puerto Aventuras offers a great place to buy real estate in Mexico’s Riviera Maya. With plenty of amenities, including a bunch of shops and restaurants around the picturesque marina, this idyllic beach town is a great place to explore on foot, take a catamaran tour, paddle board or snorkel in the crystal-clear waters of the Mexican Caribbean Sea. Puerto Aventuras is home to a variety of different real estate, including luxury condos and homes for sale that can easily double as income-producing vacation home rentals.
2. El Cielo Residencial
Situated in the northern part of Playa del Carmen about one hour south of the Cancun International Airport, El Cielo is a gated community with expansive greenspace and 24-hour security. There are a variety of nice condos and private homes for sale in El Cielo, which is just five minutes by car to one of the most beautiful beaches in the world, and only 10 minutes from downtown Playa del Carmen, where you will find a wide variety of world-class shopping, dining, nightlife and beach clubs to enjoy.
3. Akumal Norte
Akumal Norte is located in Akumal, the first destination in Quintana Roo. Akumal Norte, otherwise known as Bahia Media Luna (Half Moon Bay) is the only private community in all of the Mexico with it’s own Guardia Nacional base. Boasting the best scuba diving in the Riviera Maya, amazing culinary and art experiences, and one of the safest cities in the state, this small town of only 2,000 residents has everything you could desire in a gated community.
4. Playacar
Located on the south side of downtown Playa del Carmen, the upscale gated beachfront community of Playacar is home to some of the Riviera Maya’s most coveted real estate. From upmarket villas to all-inclusive resorts and luxury condos, this exclusive residential area is situated within easy walking distance of all the action on Quinta Avenida (Fifth Avenue), which is one of the longest pedestrian-only boulevards in the world, where you will find ample shopping, dining and entertainment.
5. Bahia Principe
This heavenly oasis is all about enjoyment and relaxation! Situated just 15 minutes north of downtown Tulum, this 741-acre development is more like a massive estate in the lush jungle, just 72 kilometers from Cancun and next to one of the best golf courses in the entire country. All about the lifestyle, Bahia Principe is home to empty lots where you can build your dream home, along with a variety of luxurious condos and villas for sale. Other benefits include a vacation home rental program and access to beautiful common areas, including a planned country club, swimming pools and bike paths.
6. Luum Zama
Featuring an authentic outdoor living lifestyle unlike any other, Luum Zama is located in Tulum, offering breathtaking green areas, stunning jungle views and plenty of amenities. The developments in Luum Zama place great importance on preserving the area’s natural beauty, while the homes and condos for sale here are designed to be both modern and comfortable, using the highest quality materials. Buyers can choose from a wide variety of properties, featuring many different styles and amenities.
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