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San Barbola residence 208

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The brief

The reason to consider it.

Welcome to another fine property in San Barbola residence, sitting on a corner plot of 497m2 property land. This fully air-conditioned home boasts a master bedroom with an ensuite bathroom and a walk-in closet. Down the hall, two cozy bedrooms share a full bathroom. The house also features a dining room, TV room, modern kitchen, spacious living room, and a gazebo.

It has a nicely landscaped garden with a drip system, is fully fenced-in and private, and includes a closed carport for 2 vehicles, secured with an iron gate. Additionally, the property comes with its own apartment for overseas visitors or family members.

Located just a 5-minute drive to Surfside Beach and Pincho’s Bar and Grill, entertainment and shopping are all within walking distance.

Last confirmed

Year built
2004
Type
House
Land
5,350 ft²

What this listing includes

  • Air conditioning
  • Furnished
  • Parking
  • Garden

What people say about Aruba

Sources agree that foreigners can buy property in Aruba on the same footing as locals, with no nationality restriction.

  • Positive Foreigners may own property with no nationality restriction; same process as locals
  • Mixed Freehold (eigendom) and long lease (erfpacht, usually government land, often 60 years) both exist; leasehold is tradeable and mortgageable
  • Mixed Transfer tax rate is described inconsistently: tiered 3%/6% (law firm) vs flat 6% (expo article)
  • Mixed Owning does not give residency; non-resident stay limit reported as 180 days by one source, forum member asks if it fell to 90

Read what people say, based on 13 sources

Cost of entry

The asking price is not what it costs.

What completing costs

US dollars

Who bears the transfer cost is market practice, not law