2,531 m² Land Plot in Perla Marina, Cabarete — $300,000
A land plot of 2,531 m² is for sale in the gated community of Perla Marina, Cabarete, Puerto Plata Province, Dominican Republic. The lot is level, with clear boundaries, and ready for immediate construction. Building up to 3 stories is permitted. Title deed and deslinde are in place. Distance to the beach — 1,000 meters. Price — $300,000.
Location
Perla Marina is one of the most established gated communities on the northern coast of the Dominican Republic, between Sosúa and Cabarete. The beach is 1 km away, and supermarkets and services are 5 km away. Puerto Plata International Airport (POP) is 13.2 km away. The community is in demand due to limited land supply and well-developed infrastructure.
About the Property
A land plot of 2,531 m². Level terrain, clear boundaries. Building up to 3 stories is permitted. Suitable for villas, condominiums, or a residential project. Title deed and deslinde are in place — this is a mandatory requirement under Law 108-05: without a valid deslinde, registration of the transfer of title in the Land Registry is impossible.
In the Complex
Perla Marina is a gated community with security. In recent years, issues related to development plans and the interpretation of zoning regulations have been recorded in the community: some owners have expressed concern that construction permits are being issued in ways that differ from the community's original concept.
Price and Costs
- Price — $300,000.
- Price per square meter — $119.
When purchasing land in the Dominican Republic, the buyer pays a Transfer Tax of 3% of the property value. The tax base is determined as the greater of two figures: the actual transaction price or the DGII fiscal appraisal. For a plot valued at $300,000, the tax will be $9,000. The tax must be paid within six months of signing the deed of sale; until payment is confirmed, the Land Registry will not register the transfer of title.
Additionally payable: lawyer's fee — 1–1.5% of the value (for land, typically closer to 1.5% due to the complexity of due diligence), notary fees — 0.25–1%, and registration fees. Total closing costs typically amount to 4–5% of the property price.
The final transaction amount, including all fees, is calculated individually and disclosed before the contract is signed.
Annual expenses: property tax (IPI) — 1% of the value exceeding the exempt threshold of RD$10,695,494 (about $183,000 as of 2026). For a plot valued at $300,000, the tax will be approximately $1,170 per year. Perla Marina HOA dues — confirmed with the management company.
Ownership Structure and Transaction Format
Form of ownership — freehold. Foreigners may purchase land in the Dominican Republic without restrictions, on the same terms as local residents. Transaction procedure: title and deslinde verification, signing of a preliminary agreement with a deposit, notarization, payment of the transfer tax, and registration in the Land Registry. Online viewings and remote execution via power of attorney are possible. Support languages — Spanish and English.
If You Are Considering It as an Investment
The seller classifies the property under the residency-by-investment program. The minimum investment threshold for the investor program is $200,000 in registered real estate. The property price ($300,000) exceeds the threshold. The question of whether the program conditions comply as of the transaction date is noted in the service footer.
The plot in Perla Marina is of interest to developers due to the limited land supply in the gated community. However, when planning a project, it is necessary to take into account the current situation with construction permits in the community: some owners point to discrepancies between the original concept and the permits being issued. No data on stated yields is available in the source.
This Is a Good Fit For
— Developers considering the construction of villas or a small residential project in a gated community with limited land supply.
— Buyers planning to use the property to obtain residency (threshold $200,000).
— Those seeking a plot with title and deslinde in place, ready for immediate construction.
This May Not Be a Good Fit For
— If you need a front-line sea plot — the beach is 1,000 meters away.
— If you plan to build above 3 stories — the permit is limited to three stories.
— If the budget does not account for the annual IPI tax (approximately $1,170) and HOA dues.
— If predictability of the community's zoning policy is important to you — disagreements over construction permits have been recorded in Perla Marina.
What to Know Before the Transaction
The deslinde is in place — this is a key advantage, since without it registration of the transfer of title is impossible, and the procedure can take 6 to 12 months and cost $1,500–$3,000. The plot is level with clear boundaries, which simplifies design. When planning a project, be sure to check the current zoning regulations with the Cabarete municipality: in recent years, cases have been recorded in Perla Marina where permits were issued in ways that raised questions among some owners. For residency purposes, make sure the property is registered in your name and meets the $200,000 threshold.
How to View and Buy
Write to us with your travel plans and budget range. A Discount House manager will confirm the plot's availability, send a full breakdown of transaction costs, and suggest alternatives in the same area. Viewings in person or by video. Response within 30 minutes.