Jamaica Real Estate

By: Seth Willis

Jamaica is one of the most alluring islands in the Caribbean. A land of mountains, miles of powder white sands and Crimson sunsets, Jamaica is every travelers dream destination. Jamaica is famous for three things - rum, reggae and reefers. What Jamaica offers is not just a great vacation but Jamaica real estate surrounded by spectacular landscape. This is where Ian Fleming found peace and inspiration called golden eye and this is where most investors have found their dream homes.

A land of unparalleled beauty

An island in the Greater Antilles, Jamaica is 240kms long and 85kms wide. Discovered by Christopher Columbus in 1494, it is the third largest island in the Caribbean that draws thousands of tourists year after year.

A tropical climate on the coast and a temperate climate inland have played an important role in defining Jamaica real estate. The real estate opportunities in Jamaica are significantly higher than that of Cayman Islands, Florida and the Bahamas. One of the fun places to be in, Jamaica is Savanna-La-Mar, which is a concrete jungle offering Jamaica real estate condos and apartments and has been built around the Great George Street. Savanna-La-Mar boasts of historical sites that include a fountain at the center of the town, an original courthouse and several historically important churches. Moving away from the concrete jungles, you can find enough adventure to last you for a lifetime. You can rent a bike and drive to the mountains or choose a more comfortable scenic cruise adventure to unusual places.

You can also take a ferry from Kingston to visit Port Royal, Where you can walk through the colonial history of Jamaica. Originally a fishing village, Port Royal is connected to the mainland by Palisadoes. There is so much to do in Jamaica including activities like diving, snorkeling, tennis, sea life, trekking etc., that it will hold you in a magic spell that will be hard to break. This is the exact reason why Jamaica real estate is slowly becoming a growing industry with investors coming from all over the world.

Some of the most amazing places in Jamaica include the Blue Mountain. There is much to explore at the base of the Blue Mountain but if you are the adventurous kind then you can trek your way up to the peak. If you feel the need for more adventure then you can travel to cockpit country in the central north-western part of the island. This is true Jamaican wilderness and offers the experience of being far from civilization. A trip next to the Dolphin cove on Ocho Rios is a must. A one time experience, you can swim with dolphins and it is surrounded by a tropical rain forest.

Type of Jamaica Real Estate

Jamaica offers some of the finest beach front condos, resorts and apartments with state of the art amenities, and a strong infrastructure. A spectacular view offered by some of the real estate property in this Caribbean island makes it a hot destination for investors and buyers. Jamaica real estate prices can vary from $25,000 for a residential lot to $2,500,000 for 3 bedroom lagoon villas. One bedroom beach cottages offering tranquility and excellent view are available for approximately $650,000. From coconut and palm lined beaches to golf courses and from clear blue waters to rejuvenation, Jamaica real estate offers a piece of paradise in a platter.

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