The most complete guide for foreign investors

Punta Cana is the fastest‑growing real‑estate market in the Caribbean. With more than 10 million tourists per year, massive economic expansion, strong rental demand and modern infrastructure, it has become one of the most profitable places to invest in Latin America.

This full guide explains:
✔ Best neighborhoods
✔ Real prices per m²
✔ Airbnb & long‑term rental yields
✔ Market forecasts 2025–2030
✔ Risks & how to avoid them
✔ Strategic investor tips

🌴 1. Why is Punta Cana so attractive for investors?

1️⃣ Massive and stable tourism

• #1 tourist destination in the Caribbean
• 10.3 million visitors in 2024
• Forecast 2030: 12 million
• Average hotel occupancy: 70–85% year‑round

👉 This guarantees high Airbnb occupancy.

2️⃣ Modern, expanding infrastructure

Punta Cana offers:

• A top‑3 international airport in the Caribbean
• Modern hospitals
• Shopping malls
• Luxury hotels & resorts
• High‑quality beaches
• New roads, new residential zones

3️⃣ A booming real‑estate market

• +7% price growth in 2024
• Expected +10–12% growth in 2025
• Over 150 active development projects

4️⃣ Exceptional rental profitability

• 8–12% annual Airbnb ROI
• Peak season ROI can reach 14–15%
• High demand from remote workers & expats

5️⃣ Foreigners can invest easily

• 100% foreign ownership allowed
• No local partner needed
• Low property taxes
• Clear legal framework

📊 2. Real price per m² in 2025

💸 3. Rental profitability: what can you expect?

Airbnb / Short‑term rental

• Studio: 8–10%
• 1 bedroom: 10–12%
• 2 bedrooms: 12–14%
• Villas in Cap Cana: up to 15%

Long‑term rental

• Expats, families, remote workers
• 6–8% annual ROI

👉 Airbnb is the most profitable strategy in Punta Cana.

📍 4. Best areas to invest in 2025

🟦 1. Bavaro

• Most popular zone
• High Airbnb occupancy
• Walking distance to beaches
• Many restaurants & amenities
  👉 Best for beginners.

🟧 2. Cap Cana

• Ultra‑luxury gated community
• Marina, golf, private beaches
• High property appreciation
  👉 For premium investors.

🟩 3. Punta Cana Village

• Modern residential zone
• International schools & offices
• Very strong long‑term rental demand
  👉 Ideal for stable returns.

🟫 4. Downtown Punta Cana

• Fastest‑growing urban area
• Shopping malls, hospitals, nightlife
• New projects with excellent pricing
  👉 Top ROI/growth combo.

🟪 5. Cocotal Golf

• Secure golf community
• Highly demanded by tourists & expats
  👉 Excellent balance between yield & stability.

🏠 5. What type of property should you buy?

Studio / 1 bedroom

✔ Highest ROI
✔ Easy to rent
✔ Low management cost
✔ Best liquidity

2 bedrooms

✔ Perfect for families
✔ Higher nightly rates
✔ Strong long‑term demand

Villas

✔ Premium ROI
✔ Appreciates strongly
❗ Higher maintenance

Pre‑construction projects

✔ Low prices
✔ Capital gain at delivery
✔ Payment plans

👉 Often the best value for investors.

💼 6. Taxes & costs

Annual property tax: 1% IPI

Only for properties above ~$200,000 USD.

Transfer tax: 3%

Paid once at purchase.

Rental tax: 27% on net income

Can be optimized with an SRL or SAS.

⚠️ 7. Risks & common mistakes

❌ Buying without due diligence
❌ Trusting unverified developers
❌ Underestimating rental expenses
❌ No property manager
❌ Buying only based on “brochure ROI”

👉 These mistakes can cost thousands.

🛡️ 8. Why work with M&J’s Invest?

✔ Verified developers
✔ Independent ROI analysis
✔ Legal due diligence
✔ Video tours
✔ Rental management setup
✔ Negotiation with promoters
✔ Tax optimization

🚀 9. Conclusion

Punta Cana is one of the best investment markets in LATAM thanks to:
✔ strong tourism
✔ high ROI
✔ property appreciation
✔ foreign‑friendly laws
✔ stable economic growth

👉 Investing now locks in growth for the next 5–10 years.