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3 bedroom Residence for sale — RIDGETOP R23 in Abaco Islands, The Bahamas

Available on request

The brief

The reason to consider it.

Perched on one of the highest points on Scotland Cay, Ridgetop is a 3-bedroom, 2-bath residence set on over ¾ of an acre, offering panoramic views and exceptional privacy. The 1,500 sq. ft. home is designed for low-maintenance island living, featuring an automated whole-home solar power system, high-efficiency windows, and roll-down storm shutters. A spacious garage provides added convenience, while the elevated setting captures cooling breezes and expansive vistas. Ownership includes landing rights at the island’s private 3,200 ft. airstrip, along with access to pristine beaches and a tranquil lagoon park. Ridgetop presents a rare opportunity to enjoy sustainable, private island living in one of the Abacos’ most exclusive communities.

Last confirmed

Type
Villa
Land
344,445 ft²
Year built
Available on request

What this listing includes

  • Ocean view
  • On-site security
  • Gated community
  • Solar power
  • Parking

What people say about Bahamas

Sources agree that foreigners can own Bahamian property outright and that an ordinary home purchase needs a registration filing through a Bahamian lawyer, not a discretionary permit.

  • Positive Foreign buyers mostly register rather than seek a permit; permit applies to large or commercial land
  • Mixed Closing costs are dominated by a 10% transfer VAT for foreign buyers, usually split with the seller, plus legal fees
  • Mixed Annual property tax is being reshaped in 2026 (new foreign owner-occupied category), and Bahamian realtors dispute fairness
  • Concern Vacant land owned by foreigners carries a notably heavier tax until built on

Read what people say, based on 14 sources

Cost of entry

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What completing costs

US dollars

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