Cozumel
Cozumel real estate
Homes and condos for sale in Cozumel
Cozumel is the Caribbean's best-known diving island, a short ferry ride from Playa del Carmen, with its own international airport and a single town, San Miguel. It suits buyers who want island life with real services.
Cozumel real estate is concentrated on the calm west coast: condos and homes in and around San Miguel, oceanfront buildings on the quieter north shore and beach and resort-style properties to the south. The windward east side stays mostly undeveloped. Choosing the right stretch of coast is the first decision. The current listings are just below this guide.
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Area by area
What each part of Cozumel offers
San Miguel and Centro
Town · condos · houses
The island's only town, with the malecón, ferry pier and services. Best for full-time living.
San Miguel guide →
North Zone
Oceanfront condos · sunsets
North of town, condo buildings with sunset views over the channel, quieter but close to the center.
North Zone guide →
South Zone
Beaches · reefs · villas
The island's best-known beaches and reef access, with resorts and residential developments further from town.
South Zone guide →What you can buy
Property types in Cozumel
Oceanfront condos. Mostly on the north and south shores. Many have sea access over ironshore rather than sand. See which Cozumel buildings sit on the water, with prices →
Houses in town. Homes in San Miguel's neighborhoods, close to services and the ferry.
Villas. A limited number of villas on the south shore and in residential developments.
New projects. A few new developments. They need an independent lawyer and a look at permits and the developer's record.
Before you buy
What we check on every Cozumel property
Cozumel is an island with protected reefs and limited land, which makes due diligence the part of the purchase that protects you most.
- Title and land regime. A clean title chain in the Public Registry.
- Sea access and maritime zone. How the property reaches the water and the federal maritime zone concession.
- Hurricane readiness. Building structure, windows and insurance history.
- Price against the market. An independent valuation against real comparables on the same stretch of coast.
- Total cost to close. Plan for closing costs of 7 to 10% of the purchase price on top of the price itself.
Buyer representation
Buying in Cozumel with someone on your side
We don’t represent developers, so when you buy in Cozumel with Playa Realtors the only interest at the table is yours. We work from our offices in Playa del Carmen and Tulum and cover Cozumel in person.
Call or text from the US and Canada: +1 954-799-4141 · WhatsApp +52 984 186 5453 · [email protected]
Questions buyers ask
Cozumel real estate FAQ
Is Cozumel good for living full time?
Yes. San Miguel has a hospital, schools and supermarkets, and the island has its own international airport and frequent ferries to Playa del Carmen.
Which side of Cozumel is best to buy on?
Almost all residential property is on the calm west coast, split between town, the north shore and the south shore.
How much are closing costs when buying in Cozumel?
Plan for 7 to 10% of the purchase price, covering acquisition tax, notary fees and registration. The exact figure depends on the property and the price, and we give you a written estimate before you sign an offer.
Can I buy oceanfront property in Cozumel as a foreigner?
Yes. We walk you through the process and the documents step by step in a consultation.
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