The story of this market
The typical home in Anasco, Puerto Rico sells for about $365,000, or $145 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.1% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 120 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $850 a month.
Monthly price momentum
Home values since 2015
+2.1%
USA · past 12 months
Freddie Mac House Price Index, single-family homes, monthly through 2026-08. Each line starts at 100 in January 2015, so a reading of 180 means prices are up 80% since then.
Anasco, Puerto Rico
The Añasco real estate market remains stable, characterized by low turnover and a reliance on local demand. While the median price has seen modest growth, the market is heavily influenced by environmental risk factors and a limited supply of modern housing. Investors should note that the lack of granular city-level data for certain metrics reflects the municipality's reliance on broader regional economic trends.
No ARED county foreclosure postings attributed to Anasco yet — the verified ledger covers every county the foreclosure ingest has read, attributed by published city area. Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.
Deterministic aggregate of 1 researched ZIP reports — sales_count-weighted (population fallback); per point, children lacking the value or its weight are excluded. Tax rates, sentiment and context notes are tier-native and never roll.
Median prices moved sideways 0.0% year over year.
Awaiting this reading — not graded.
0% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 0% of asking — demand is holding steady.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 12.4% · poverty 42.9% — elevated distress and economic pressure.
The amenity base that shapes daily life and property demand in this city — what residents actually live with, and what the pipeline is adding.
A popular public beach facility that serves as a primary recreational hub for residents and tourists, impacting local property values near the coast.
The second-longest river in Puerto Rico, providing significant ecological value and recreational opportunities for fishing and nature observation.
Añasco is best suited for local families and individuals seeking a quieter, coastal-adjacent lifestyle outside of the major metropolitan centers. It appeals to those who prioritize affordability and proximity to nature over urban density, though investors should be mindful of flood-zone risks.
Public education is managed by the Puerto Rico Department of Education, with school quality varying significantly across the municipality. Local schools focus on foundational academics, though many facilities face challenges related to aging infrastructure and resource allocation.
The city is served by PR-2, the primary highway connecting the western region to the rest of the island. Public transit options are limited, making personal vehicle ownership essential for commuting.
Añasco offers a blend of coastal and mountain amenities, including access to public beaches and the scenic Rio Grande de Añasco. The area is popular for outdoor enthusiasts interested in river activities, hiking in the nearby foothills, and local cultural festivals.
The rental market is characterized by a high demand for affordable housing, with limited new inventory entering the market. Short-term rentals are present near coastal areas, though the primary market remains long-term residential leasing for local families.
The economy is anchored by agriculture, retail trade, and public sector employment. It maintains a strong economic link to the neighboring city of Mayagüez, which serves as a regional center for education and industry.
Economic momentum is driven by local agriculture, small-scale commerce, and its proximity to the larger Mayagüez employment hub. Infrastructure development is currently focused on flood mitigation and road improvements to support regional connectivity.
Development is currently constrained by environmental regulations and flood-zone designations, with a focus on sustainable growth and infrastructure resilience.
Parcels are subject to municipal property taxes and standard utility service districts, with no major MUD or PID structures reported.
Crime rates in Añasco are generally consistent with regional trends in western Puerto Rico, though specific localized data is often aggregated at the municipal level. Residents are advised to follow standard safety precautions common to the island's coastal municipalities.
Añasco is situated in a flood-prone region due to its location along the Rio Grande de Añasco, necessitating strict adherence to flood zone building codes. The area is also subject to tropical storm and hurricane risks, making comprehensive property insurance a critical factor for all real estate holdings.
Property insurance premiums are elevated due to the municipality's high exposure to hurricane and flood risks, requiring careful due diligence for prospective buyers.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Puerto Rico) — CRIM Municipal Property Tax: Annual tax liability calculated by applying a municipal-specific rate (typically ranging from 8.03% to 12.03%) to the cadastral value of the property as determined by the Centro de Recaudación de Ingresos Municipales (CRIM).
Researched annual trajectory for this city, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 1.8%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this city's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 1.5%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Data retrieved from Census Reporter and U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment. Source: NCES EDGE public school locations 2023-24.