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Portfolio
Curated selection of the best opportunities
VentaTerreno
Cabo Norte, Mérida, Yucatán
Precio
$3,000,000
VentaDepartamento
Cabo Norte, Mérida, Yucatán
Precio
$4,332,973
VentaDepartamento
Aldea Zamá, Tulum, Quintana Roo
Precio
$7,466,400
VentaDepartamento
Aldea Zamá, Tulum, Quintana Roo
Precio
USD 169,335
VentaDepartamento
Yucatán Country Club, Mérida, Yucatán
Precio
$6,915,088
VentaCasa
Yucatán Country Club, Mérida, Yucatán
Precio
$18,837,000
Destinos
Each destination, a unique experience
The heart of the Mexican Caribbean, with white sand beaches, vibrant nightlife and a growing expat community.
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Investment projection
Estimate the return on your real estate investment
20% conservative / 80% optimistic
Gross rental income
$27,450
183 nights occupied
Management commission
−$6,863
Annual maintenance
−$3,600
Net rental income
$16,988
3.4% rental ROIEstimated year 1 appreciation
$40,000
Estimated year 1 total return
$56,988
11.4% ROIReference estimate only. Actual occupancy varies significantly by zone, season and management. Past appreciation does not guarantee future results. Your Reference Real Estate advisor can provide specific projections for each property.
Plan your purchase
Compare pre-sale and cash payment schemes to make the best decision
Financing for remaining balance
You settle the balance at delivery with your own funds or from the sale of another asset.
Down payment (today) (30%)
$150,000
First payment upon signing the promissory contract
Monthly payment during construction
$10,417
× 24 months during construction
Payment at delivery (20%)— have this amount ready
$100,000
Total you pay = list price
$500,000
Your payment timeline
Today
$150,000
Construction
$10,417/mes
Delivery (Month 24)
$100,000
Payment plans vary by developer. This calculator is for guidance only — consult your Reference Real Estate advisor for the exact terms of each project.
Noticias
Market trends, tips and opportunities
The question isn't which one is better. It's which one corresponds to what you're actually looking for, with what time horizon and with what risk tolerance. After nine years in the market, this is what I explain to every client.
Most buyers sign a presale without having seen these documents. Not because they don't exist, but because nobody told them they needed to ask for them. Here are the seven.
The Riviera Maya in 2026 is not a single market. Playacar is up 9-10%. Puerto Morelos is up 8-9%. Other areas are on pause. The data tells you exactly where you stand depending on where you buy.
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Protect your investment
In the Riviera Maya real estate market, knowing who you're doing business with is just as important as the property itself. We share tools so you can make better-informed decisions.
Before you sign, get informed. These tools help you make better-informed decisions.
Verify that your real estate agent holds a current license in Quintana Roo before working with them. It's your right as a buyer.
This search tool is based on data from the official SEDETUS Quintana Roo registry, updated weekly. To check the official source visit asesores.sedetus.gob.mx. Reference Real Estate does not guarantee the accuracy or currency of the data.
Check if an agent or company appears on the official list of those operating without accreditation or a valid license in Quintana Roo.
This list contains real estate agents and companies operating irregularly in Quintana Roo, without accreditation or a valid license from SEDETUS.
This tool queries the official SEDETUS Quintana Roo list of agents and companies operating without accreditation or a valid license. Absence from this list does not guarantee the agent is licensed — also check the official registry. For official information visit asesores.sedetus.gob.mx/consultaOstentados. Reference Real Estate does not guarantee the accuracy or currency of the data.
Check if the development where you plan to buy appears on the official list of developments operating without permits in Quintana Roo.
This is the official list of developments operating WITHOUT permits in Quintana Roo according to SEDETUS. If the development you're looking for appears here, it is operating irregularly.
This tool queries the official SEDETUS Quintana Roo list of irregular developments — those operating without an Urban Congruence Certificate. Absence from this list does NOT guarantee the development is in compliance. For official verification visit desarrollo.sedetus.gob.mx. Reference Real Estate does not guarantee the accuracy or currency of the data.
Before signing with a developer, business partner or agent, check if they appear on SAT, OFAC, FBI or international watchlists. Free and no registration required.
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Found your ideal property? Before making a down payment, verify the developer's legal, tax and commercial history. A professional review can save you a lot.
Sources
Professional verification with fee · by Reference Check MX
Renting your property? Know your tenant before handing over the keys.
Check if your potential tenant appears on SAT, OFAC or international watchlists before signing the lease. Free and no registration required.
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Identity validation, legal background and credit report for your potential tenant or guest. A professional review before handing over the keys.
Professional service with fee · Reference Check MX
If you rent your property
Handing over the keys to your Riviera Maya property to a stranger carries real risks. Verifying your tenant's or guest's identity and background is a smart move.
Identity validation
Legal background
Credit report
From $650 MXN
Our clients use Reference Check MX to verify their tenants before renting.
These tools link to official public sources. Reference Real Estate does not guarantee the accuracy or currency of the information. For a professional verification we recommend Reference Check MX.
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