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Colonial Style Apartment in Old San Juan

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The brief

The reason to consider it.

Located in the historic Zone of Old San Juan, this 488.04 sq ft apartment offers preserved colonial architecture within the Casa del Maestro Rafael Cordero building. Situated on Luna Street, it is a short walk to iconic venues like Albizu University, Plaza La Barrandilla, San Sebastian Street, El Morro, Plaza de Armas, and the Alejandro Tapia y Rivera Theater. The vibrant entertainment scene is also at your doorstep with popular spots such as La Factoria, Café con Ron, Patio de Sams, El Jibarito, and La Carreta nearby.

This property is ideal for short-term rentals, benefiting from a valuable tax exemption due to the building’s historic preservation status. The condominium provides a small common interior courtyard, a laundry room, and mailboxes.

Last confirmed

Year built
1900
Type
Apartment
Land
Available on request

What this listing includes

  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

What people say about Puerto Rico

Accounts from Puerto Rico agree on one point above all: the electric grid.

  • Concern Unreliable grid and outages; backup power treated as a normal ownership cost
  • Concern Hurricane and flood exposure; insurance limits, exclusions and timing need checking before buying
  • Positive Foreign buyers can hold title; purchase runs through option contract, title study and attorney-notary
  • Mixed Act 60 incentives still attract buyers but are narrowing and conditional for new applicants

Read what people say, based on 11 sources

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