Real estate brokerages
Bilingual, experienced with international buyers. 5-7% commission on sale. Top brokers concentrate 70% of premium residential volume.
Real Estate in Tulum
The Tulum real estate market includes brokerages, vacation rental, presale developments, lots, and property management. Tulum is one of Mexico's fastest-growing markets with average appreciation 8-15% annually between 2018-2024.
183 verified real estate listings in the directory
Real Estate in Tulum: context
Tulum has over 100 active presale developments. Most active zones: Aldea Zama, Region 15, Selvazama, Tulum Country Club, La Veleta, Holistika. Per m² price varies $1,500-5,500 USD by zone. Foreigners can buy in restricted zone (within 50 km of coast) via bank trust. Vacation rental offers 6-12% annual ROI with professional management.
Types of real estate and key attributes
New developments
Condos $200K-1.2M USD, houses $400K-3M USD, land $50K-500K USD. Typical presale 30-50% below post-delivery price.
Vacation rental and management
Specialized property managers (Airbnb, Booking, Vrbo). 18-25% commission on revenue. Gross ROI 8-15% annually; Net ROI 4-8% after fees, maintenance, taxes.
Land and lots
Lots in Region 15, Selvazama, Macario Gomez. Prices $80K-400K USD for 200-500 m². Builder + architect hired separately.
Long-term rentals
Furnished 1br apartment $700-1,500 USD/month in La Veleta and Aldea Zama. 3br house $2,000-5,000 USD/month by zone and season.
Top picks
Verified businesses with best rating and highest review count in this category.
Selva Norte
★4.6(132)
REMAX Mazal Realty Tulum
★4.9(77)
Zepto - Real Estate Tulum
★4.8(59)Manzana 12
Love Tulum Eco Developments
★4.9(45)Tulum Centro, Colonia Huracanes
Properties in tulum l HOME TULUM REAL ESTATE
★4.9(42)Manzana 26
Century 21 | Tulum, Quintana Roo | Expert Investment Premium | Real Estate Office | Century 21 Mexico. Franquicia |
★4.5(36)Tulum Centro, Colonia Centro
Tulum Real Estate | Investment Center
★4.8(28)Manzana 26
Jaguar Tulum Real Estate
★4.8(25)Tulum Centro
Shark Realtors
★4.7(24)
Dreambuilt Luxury Real Estate
★4.6(21)
TERRENOS TULUM REMAX MAYALAND MATTEO M.
★5.0(20)La Veleta
Casa Cruz Inversiones Inmobiliarias
★5.0(18)
Best zones for real estate in Tulum
Aldea Zama
Premium residential master plan, well documented, full infrastructure
View businesses →Region 15
New development, more accessible prices, consolidating
View businesses →Tulum Country Club
Premium lots and houses, private services
View businesses →Selvazama
Jungle lots, eco-developments, natural integration
View businesses →La Veleta
Best price-rent ratio, high vacation rental demand
View businesses →How to choose real estate in Tulum
- Zone status (restricted vs open)
- Developer documentation (COFEPRIS, INAH, SEMARNAT permits)
- Service access (water, electricity, drainage)
- Monthly HOA fees
- Vacation rental policy (some condos prohibit it)
- Presale payment plan
- Delivery guarantees and timeline
Frequently asked questions
Can foreigners buy property in Tulum?
Yes. Tulum is in restricted zone (within 50 km of coast) so purchase happens via bank trust (fideicomiso) with 50-year renewable term. Trust cost ~$2,500-5,000 USD setup + ~$500 USD annually.
What taxes do property owners pay?
Annual property tax 0.1-0.3% of cadastral value. Income tax on rentals (10% monthly withholding) or capital gains on sale (35% non-resident, 0% if resident 5+ years). 16% VAT on new purchases.
What's the expected ROI on vacation rental?
Gross ROI 8-15% annually on acquisition cost, depends on zone, product quality, and season. Net ROI 4-8% after property manager commission (18-25%), maintenance, taxes, and cleanings. Historical appreciation 5-12% annually.
Is presale safe in Tulum?
Risk is real. Verify: municipal construction permit, environmental impact permits, lot deed, trust if foreigner, contract with delay penalty clauses, milestone-based payment plan. Bilingual lawyer in Tulum recommended.
What does m² cost in Tulum?
By zone: La Veleta $1,800-2,800 USD/m², Aldea Zama $2,200-3,500 USD/m², Tulum Country Club $2,500-4,500 USD/m², Beachfront (when available) $4,500-12,000 USD/m². Urban land $400-1,500 USD/m².
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