Palmas del Mar is Puerto Rico’s flagship master-planned resort community—a 2,700-acre gated enclave in Humacao with miles of beachfront, two championship golf courses, a state-of-the-art marina, and a full suite of club amenities. For luxury buyers, it offers something rare in the Caribbean: a self-contained coastal town where you can live, work remotely, boat, golf, ride, and send your children to school without leaving the gates.
Located on Puerto Rico’s southeastern shoreline, Palmas del Mar sits about 45–60 minutes from San Juan, with direct highway access to the metro region and the island’s business hubs. The community is master-planned around ocean views and green space, with distinct residential enclaves set along beaches, fairways, mangroves, and hillsides.
Demographic data underscores its upscale, resort-residential profile:
Approximate population: 2,800 residents
Median age: 48.6, reflecting a mix of established professionals, retirees, and second-home owners
Median household income: around $97,652, well above Puerto Rico’s overall median
Palmas del Mar is built for an active, resort-style lifestyle:
Golf – Two championship courses anchor the Palmas del Mar Golf Club, with oceanfront holes, practice facilities, and member programming that appeal to serious golfers and casual players alike.
The Yacht Club Marina – A modern, full-service marina handling yachts up to 175 feet and recognized as the only state-of-the-art marina in Puerto Rico fully integrated into a resort community.
Beach & Beach Club – Multiple beachfront sections, a residents’ beach club, pools, and coastal promenades create a true oceanfront resort environment.
Tennis, Pickleball & Athletic Club – A racquet club, fitness center, and resort pool complex through the Palmas Athletic Club support year-round training and social play.
Equestrian Center – Stables, riding arenas, and trails serve both recreational riders and more serious equestrian enthusiasts.
Palmas del Mar luxury real estate spans a wide range of product types, allowing buyers to calibrate lifestyle and budget while staying inside the same gated community:
Oceanfront condos and villas with direct beach access, pools, and hotel-style amenities
Golf-course estates and custom homes on larger lots with panoramic fairway and mountain views
Marina townhomes and penthouses with private boat slips or walk-to-slip convenience
Hillside neighborhoods with sweeping views of Vieques, Culebra, and the Caribbean Sea
Third-party demographic and housing data show high incomes and relatively low poverty rates, signaling a stable, high-end homeowner base. Within that context, Christie’s International Real Estate Puerto Rico’s Palmas del Mar listings commonly range from well-priced resort condos into multi-million-dollar estates with extensive indoor–outdoor living, guest quarters, and resort-level amenities.
Several structural factors underpin Palmas del Mar’s appeal for investors and second-home buyers:
Finite, master-planned land – With more than 2,700 acres already organized into neighborhoods, golf, and natural areas, future growth is guided rather than speculative.
Full lifestyle ecosystem – Golf, marina, school, clubs, and services inside the gates reduce friction for long-term stays and relocations, supporting both resale values and rental demand.
Boating and yachting draw – The Yacht Club’s status as the only resort-linked, state-of-the-art marina in Puerto Rico attracts a specific, high-net-worth boating segment.
Income profile and population growth – Recent years show rising population and household income, suggesting continued interest from affluent residents and investors.
For Act 60 beneficiaries, Palmas del Mar offers an easy transition into island life: strong English usage, established expat and professional networks, and ready-made options for both primary residences and investment properties.
Christie’s International Real Estate Puerto Rico is deeply involved in Palmas del Mar and the broader Humacao luxury market, working with buyers and sellers across golf, marina, and beachfront neighborhoods.Our team:
Maps neighborhood-by-neighborhood differences—from marina enclaves to hilltop estates—so you understand micro-locations, HOA structures, and amenity access.
Provides investment-grade analysis on rental potential, carrying costs, and resale trends for condos, villas, and custom homes within the resort.
Coordinates with local lenders, attorneys, inspectors, and property managers experienced in Palmas del Mar transactions to streamline your closing and ownership experience.
Leverages the global Christie’s network to expose Palmas del Mar listings to qualified luxury buyers from the mainland U.S., Latin America, and Europe.
If you’re exploring Palmas del Mar luxury real estate—either as a new resident, Act 60 relocator, or portfolio investor—Christie’s International Real Estate Puerto Rico can help you translate this resort community’s depth of amenities into a clear, confident property decision.
2,799 people live in Palmas Del Mar, where the median age is 48.6 and the average individual income is $44,702. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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Palmas Del Mar has 870 households, with an average household size of 3.22. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Palmas Del Mar do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 2,799 people call Palmas Del Mar home. The population density is 932.03 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Palmas Del Mar, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Mis Cocos, Gelato Mania, and Crush Juice Bar.
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| Dining | 4.96 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Dining | 3.1 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Dining | 1.66 miles | 8 reviews | 4.9/5 stars | |
| Dining | 4.6 miles | 11 reviews | 4.8/5 stars | |
| Dining | 1.93 miles | 5 reviews | 4.8/5 stars | |
| Dining | 3.77 miles | 7 reviews | 4.7/5 stars | |
| Dining · $ | 4.63 miles | 9 reviews | 4.6/5 stars | |
| Dining | 4.16 miles | 4 reviews | 4.8/5 stars | |
| Dining | 4.45 miles | 3 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Dining · $ | 4.31 miles | 4 reviews | 4.8/5 stars | |
| Dining | 3.58 miles | 3 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Dining · $$ | 0.65 miles | 224 reviews | 4.5/5 stars | |
| Active | 3.77 miles | 6 reviews | 4.5/5 stars | |
| Nightlife | 0.47 miles | 16 reviews | 4.6/5 stars | |
| Nightlife | 1.07 miles | 4 reviews | 4.8/5 stars | |
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