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Huize Batavia - Investment object with a high potential return

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The brief

The reason to consider it.

In bustling Otrobanda, Curaçao, stands the majestic Huize Batavia, built in 1747. Close to modern amenities such as the cruise terminal, cinema, Starbucks, Brionplein and Riffort with its restaurants and shops.

The property has been beautifully renovated by the current owners, experts who were previously successful with Country House Bona Vista. It features spacious living areas with a petit restaurant, modern kitchen, and a romantic courtyard garden with swimming pool.

There are two non-monumental flats at the rear, currently leased to the Blood Bank of Curaçao for at least 6 years. A vacant building to the side also offers possibilities for redevelopment.

This property offers various investment opportunities, Whether you have plans to live in a monument, start (continue) the restaurant or a Boutique Hotel, it is all possible at this historic location. Check out the virtual tour of Huize Batavia and contact us today for more information!

Last confirmed

Year built
2023
Type
Villa
Land
1,076 ft²
Use
Mixed use
Tenants
2
Parking
0
Media on file
Available on request

What this listing includes

  • Solar power
  • Wi-Fi
  • Gated community
  • Parking
  • Storage
  • Kitchen

What people say about Curaçao

Sources agree that foreign buyers face no nationality-based limits on owning property in Curaçao, which uses Dutch-style civil law and requires a notary for every transfer (LegalClarity, RE/MAX BonBini, Armenian Lawyer).

  • Positive Foreign buyers face no ownership restrictions; a notary is mandatory and Dutch-style civil law applies
  • Mixed Closing costs: 4% transfer tax plus notary and registry fees, roughly 5-8% in total
  • Mixed Freehold and leasehold both exist; leasehold carries an annual ground fee and renewal uncertainty
  • Concern Mortgages for non-residents are harder and need a larger deposit

Read what people say, based on 14 sources

Cost of entry

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What completing costs

US dollars

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