Cozumel Mexico Property for Rent by Owner

To find property for rent by owner in Mexico (often abbreviated as FRBO), a combination of online platforms, local resources, and direct word-of-mouth can be used.

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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.

Websites that are set-up for FRBO, allow filtering for owner-listed rentals, and when searching be sure about what you want such as location, budget, and the type of housing.

Never wire money or send deposits before seeing the property, and ask for a lease and verify ownership if possible by using local property tax records.

Buying a property or house that is then set up as a "for rent by owner" (FRBO), is usually one that is intended to be rented out without the assistance of a property manager.


When a suitable property has been found evaluate the property as an investment, and ask for current rental rates and payment history, maintenance records, property expenses such as taxes, insurance and utilities costs.

You can work directly with the owner or hire a real estate attorney or buyer's agent to help draft an offer, but before making an offer perform due diligence such as hiring a licensed home inspector and ensure there are no liens.

If considering buying an investment property that is currently a rental, there is the option to contact the manager or proprietor of a Cozumel Mexico property for rent by owner, and then use a title company or closing attorney to handle the purchase process.

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.