Buying cheap luxury real estate listings directly from the owner in Mexico is a matter of perspective on what the purchaser or investor perceives as 'cheap'. The desired objective though can be possible with the right strategy.
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Beautiful Pueblo Style House in a Mountain Village
Location
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Property Type
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Bedrooms
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Bathrooms
6
Price
$895,000
Cozumel is in affect an island in the Caribbean, situated off of the eastern coast of Mexico's Yucatán Peninsula, right across from Playa del Carmen and about an hour south of Cancún.
Cozumel is a major stop for international cruise ships and is globally recognized as one of the world's top scuba diving and snorkeling destinations.
"Cheap real estate" in luxury market doesn't always mean a low price, as a 'luxury property' that is undervalued for the current real estate market place status can be seen as being cheap.
A $1M home might be "cheap" compared to others at $2M that are located in Mexico, but the price difference for what seems to be very similar properties could be for a wide range of reasons.
If the luxury property has become distressed or foreclosed they are often sold below market value and at time through auctions. Or it could be the seller, for personal reasons like a job relocation has special reasons for letting the property be sold at a very low rate.
In emerging luxury markets luxury could be listed as undervalued in relation to future expectations, for areas such as growing neighborhoods in cities that are becoming popular, like those with infrastructure improvements or tourism growth.
Luxury buyers often have leverage as they have the financial means to purchase, especially in slow markets where borrowing from a bank is harder.
Properties bought below market value in luxury areas, especially when looking at Cozumel Mexico real estate listings by owner which can be cheaper than via an agent often see strong appreciation when the market recovers or the area gentrifies.
Economic or political fluctuations can temporarily depress prices, allowing investors to acquire premium assets at a cheaper rate.
Millions of visitors arrive each year in Cozumel with cruises, ferries, and flights brining them in and providing a very strong tourism market place seeking vacation rentals and short-term stays.
Property prices in Cozumel are generally lower than similar beachfront or island destinations in the Caribbean, making it a cost-effective entry point, and the area is considered one of the safer areas in Mexico.
Areas to consder if investing include San Miguel and the Southern and northern coasts.
