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Westraat 26

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The brief

The reason to consider it.

Fixer upper Property for Sale – Weststraat 26, Oranjestad, Aruba
3-Bedroom Family Home with Separate 1-Bedroom Apartment on 513 m² Property Land
Located in the established residential and commercial neighborhood of Socotoro/Rancho, this property offers an excellent opportunity for buyers looking for a family residence with additional rental potential or an investment property close to downtown Oranjestad.

Situated on 513 m² of private property land (Eigendom), the property consists of a main residence featuring 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, a living and dining area, kitchen, and covered entrance porch. Additionally, there is a separate 1-bedroom apartment with its own living area, kitchen, and bathroom, offering potential for additional rental income.

Property Highlights:

  • 513 m² freehold land
  • Total built-up area of approximately 151.3 m²
  • Main residence: 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom
  • Separate apartment: 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom
  • Spacious yard with mature trees
  • Convenient location near downtown Oranjestad
  • Residential and investment potential

Property Condition: The property requires repairs, maintenance, and modernization. The main residence has asbestos roofing, which prospective buyers should take into consideration.

This property presents an opportunity to renovate and transform an existing residence in a centrally located neighborhood, also note open for negotiation.

Contact Adrian Ian Phillip at RE/MAX Aruba for further information or to schedule a private viewing
Mobile number +297-746-9955
Email [email protected]

Last confirmed

Type
Villa
Land
5,522 ft²
Year built
Available on request

What this listing includes

  • Furnished

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

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