Jungle-meets-ocean bohemian luxury. Tulum's eco-chic developments cater to remote workers and wellness travelers. New airport (open 2024) has already lifted values 30% year over year.
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Tulum saw property values rise 30% year-on-year after the December 2023 opening of Felipe Carrillo Puerto International Airport. Foreigners buying within the coastal restricted zone use a fideicomiso (bank trust) or a Mexican corporation for freehold-equivalent rights. Aldea Zamรก and La Veleta lead the market for off-plan condos targeting the Airbnb+ nomad audience.
Everything a non-resident needs to know before signing a reservation agreement.
For property within 50 km of the coast, foreigners must hold title via a bank-managed trust (fideicomiso) โ a 50-year renewable structure giving full ownership rights.
Alternative: register a Mexican LLC (S.R.L. de C.V.) which can hold coastal property in fee simple โ best for multiple properties or short-term rental businesses.
ISAI (transfer tax) 2%, annual predial (property tax) 0.1-0.3%. Rental income taxed at 25% flat for non-residents or resident rates.
Airbnb operations require CONDUSEF registration and monthly IVA filings โ most developers now include property-management services.
Taxes, rental income, legal structures and market timing โ the guides our buyers ask for most.