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Editorial · written by RealEstatesCuraçao
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Curaçao is an island in the Caribbean. It is a location where people can find various types of residential properties, including houses, villas, and apartments.
Where Curaçao is and getting around
Curaçao is located in the Caribbean. The evidence pack does not provide specific distances between locations or transportation details; for information on navigating the island, you may contact a local service provider or government office.
What it is like to live or stay there
Living in Curaçao offers access to various beach areas and residential neighbourhoods. Residents can choose from different regions, such as the Jan Thiel Region, Banda Abou Region, Blue Bay & Piscadera Region, Hato Region, Mambo Beach Region, and Santa Rosa Region.
The housing market consists of various property types. As of 15 October 2026, there were 1,110 active listings on the RealEstatesCuraçao portal, including 791 for sale and 319 for rent. The properties for sale include 188 houses, 187 villas, 179 apartments, and 74 plots of land. For those looking for a home with a view of the ocean, there are sea-view properties available across several regions.
Property owners are subject to an annual property tax known as onroerendezaakbelasting (OZB). This tax replaced the previous ground tax on 1 January 2014. The OZB is based on the value of the property in economic circulation, and a bracket rate system is used for its calculation. If a building is located on leasehold land owned by the Government of Curaçao, the tenant of the land is responsible for paying the tax on the value of the building. Certain exemptions exist for nature areas open to the public and government or non-profit sports facilities.
For more information on residential options, you can explore all areas or view all homes for sale. If you are interested in new developments, you can check the new-build projects.
Homes in Curaçao: our numbers
As of 15 October 2026, RealEstatesCuraçao listed 1,110 active homes and properties. This total includes 791 properties for sale and 319 for rent. All prices are asking prices as published by brokers.
Of the 791 properties for sale, 692 had a published asking price. The median of these prices was US$695,000, and half of the asking prices lay between US$384,000 and US$1,114,000.
For rentals, 246 listings had a published rent per month as of 15 October 2026. The median monthly rent was US$1,870, and half of these monthly rents lay between US$1,340 and US$2,700.
You can find more information about different neighbourhoods on the all areas page.
Sea view properties
As of 15 October 2026, there were 24 active listings for sale with a sea view. The median of the 22 published asking prices for these properties was US$1,256,000, and half of the asking prices lay between US$443,000 and US$1,947,000.
These properties are distributed across several regions with varying median prices:
- Jan Thiel Region: US$2,522,000 (based on 8 published prices)
- Banda Abou Region: US$1,448,000 (based on 6 published prices)
- Mambo Beach Region: US$1,114,000 (based on 1 published price)
- Blue Bay & Piscadera Region: US$441,000 (based on 5 published prices)
- Santa Rosa Region: US$370,000 (based on 1 published price)
- Hato Region: 1 listing available
Homes by budget
Homes for sale on Curaçao by budget
Asking prices in US$, exactly as each broker publishes them. Choose a budget to see the newest homes in that range.
Things to check before buying here
When considering a property purchase in Curaçao, there are several financial and administrative factors to verify. Potential buyers should be aware of the onroerendezaakbelasting (OZB), which is an annual property tax based on the economic value of the property. It is also important to determine if a building sits on leasehold land owned by the Government of Curaçao, as the tenant of that land is responsible for the tax on the building’s value.
Buyers should also investigate the property’s tax history, as a definitive OZB assessment must be paid within two months of the date of issue. Because RealEstatesCuraçao does not provide legal, tax, or investment advice, you should consult a notary, lawyer, or tax adviser to conduct due diligence and understand the specific requirements for your purchase.
Frequently asked questions
What is the property tax in Curaçao?
The annual property tax is called onroerendezaakbelasting (OZB). It replaced the ground tax on 1 January 2014 and is calculated using a bracket rate based on the value of the property in economic circulation.
Are there exemptions for the OZB tax?
Yes, exemptions are available for nature areas that are open to the public following approval by the Minister. Additionally, sports facilities and grounds owned by the government or non-profit foundations that do not aim to make a profit are exempt.
Who pays the property tax on leasehold land?
If a building is located on leasehold land owned by the Government of Curaçao, the person renting the land is the party responsible for paying the OZB on the value of the building.
How are property prices listed on RealEstatesCuraçao?
The prices shown on the portal are asking prices as published by brokers. As of 15 October 2026, the median asking price for properties with a published price was US$695,000.
Sources
- Introductie Onroerendezaakbelasting (OZB), Belastingdienst Curaçao (opened 15 October 2026).
- RealEstatesCuraçao, active listings on the portal, measured 15 October 2026 (our data).
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