Playacar Real Estate
Homes and condos for sale in Playacar Phase I and Phase II, Playa del Carmen.
Playacar is the gated community on the south side of Playa del Carmen, split in two: Phase I by the sea and Phase II around the golf course. These are the Playacar homes and condos for sale on our site, from the lowest price.
Phase I
Detached houses on titled lots by the beach, a short walk to Quinta Avenida. Condos are rare.
Phase II
Condos and family homes around an 18 hole golf course, with a 24/7 gatehouse.
Two guides
Each phase has its own guide. You will find both at the end of this page.
Playacar Phase I or Phase II?
They share a name and a gate on the highway, but they are two different markets. This is how they compare, with the starting prices we see on the market this year.
| Phase I | Phase II | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Between the beach and Quinta Avenida, south of the ferry pier | Inland, around the golf course, minutes from the beach |
| What you buy | Detached villas on large lots; few condos | Condos of 1 to 3 bedrooms and homes of 3 to 5 bedrooms |
| Golf | No course | 18 holes designed by Robert von Hagge |
| Condos from | About USD 350,000 | About USD 150,000 |
| Homes from | About USD 900,000; beachfront and lots from USD 2,000,000 | About USD 400,000 |
| Fees | Owners association fee for security and common areas | Condominium fee for condos; community association fee for houses |
Read the full detail in our Playacar Phase I guide and our Playacar Phase II guide. Foreign buyers can read how the fideicomiso works.
Frequently asked questions
Is Playacar a gated community?
Yes. Both phases have controlled access. Phase II has a 24/7 gatehouse and perimeter security, and Phase I is run by its own owners with access control at the entrance.
Can foreigners buy a home in Playacar?
Yes. Playacar is inside the restricted zone near the coast, so foreign buyers hold the property through a bank trust (fideicomiso) or a Mexican company. We explain how it works in our fideicomiso guide.
What are the closing costs in Playacar?
Plan for 7 to 10% of the purchase price for taxes, notary, trust setup and registration. Each case is different, so ask us for a figure for the home you like.
Saw one you like?
Prices and available homes change every week. Tell us which Playacar home or condo caught your eye and we will send you current prices and availability, with our independent view of each option.
Plan for closing costs of 7 to 10% of the purchase price. See the Closing Guide
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