Mexico Beachfront for Sale – Direct Beachfront vs. a Block or Two Back

When most buyers think of Mexico beachfront for sale, they think of a Mexico condo for sale, or sometimes a home, directly overlooking the ocean with the sand at their front door.  While there is very good reason for this appeal (who wouldn’t want to live like this?) in most cases it is worth considering a property a couple of blocks back from the beach itself.  The following are a number of factors to consider when making this choice.

Price – In established beachfront communities that have already become popular with tourists, properties directly on the beachfront tend to have elevated prices.  Buyers on a more limited budget may find that excellent homes or condos are available for a significantly lower price only 3 or 4 blocks away.  Playa del Carmen real estate is a good example of a place where people can buy a property slightly back from the beach and still enjoy a pleasant, 5 to 10 minute walk to the water, while enjoying virtually all the same benefits.

Convenience – Sometimes properties back from the beach actually offer even more convenient access to surrounding services. This factor depends on each buyer’s needs.

Weather – Some locations, such as the north shore of the Yucatan, will have a tropical storm now and then during certain seasons of the year.  While there is very little risk, some people feel more comfortable buying a block or two back from the water, which is actually considered the prime location in some communities.

Availability – On the other hand, if a buyer is considering a less developed area, the properties available may only be on the beachfront or one row back.  Prices in these areas tend to be low anyway, and it may not make any sense trying to get a better deal on a property back from the beach.

Rental Appeal – Some owners count on renting out to other vacationers to generate income when they are not using their property.  Often in this case location directly on the beachfront holds higher appeal.

When making their choice, each buyer should consider their needs together with these factors to determine if it is better for them to buy directly on the beachfront or a couple of blocks back.

Thomas Lloyd graduated from Purdue University Krannert School of Management with a degree in Management/Financial Option Investments. He has been living, investing, and working professionally in Mexico for over 15 years. In the summer of 2009, he received the first federally applied Mexico Real Estate Degree and Mexico Professional Real Estate License S.E.P. #5978657. He is the current president of TOPmexicorealestate, you can contact him at (512) 879-6546

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