The story of this market
The typical home in Manatí, Puerto Rico sells for about $120,500, or $750 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.5% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 180 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $538 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.
Manatí, Puerto Rico
The Manatí housing market remains stable, characterized by modest price appreciation and a reliance on local economic drivers. While affordability is a key feature, the market faces challenges related to environmental risk and a high poverty rate. Current conditions reflect a steady demand for residential property, balanced by the constraints of the local income profile.
No ARED county foreclosure postings attributed to Manatí 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 up 2.5% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 120 days on market with 12.8 months of supply — a slower-moving market.
15% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 94% of asking — demand is holding steady.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 12.5% · poverty 38.8% — 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 famous natural pool protected by limestone formations, serving as a major tourist draw and recreational site for residents.
A significant ecological site offering hiking trails and wildlife observation, essential for local environmental conservation and outdoor recreation.
Manatí is well-suited for local families seeking a balance between coastal living and regional employment access, as well as investors looking for opportunities in the vacation rental market. The city's affordability makes it an attractive option for first-time buyers, though commuters should be prepared for travel times to the San Juan metro area. It is less ideal for those requiring high-density urban transit or immediate proximity to major corporate headquarters.
The public school system in Manatí is managed under the Puerto Rico Department of Education, which oversees a mix of primary and secondary institutions. Educational quality varies by campus, with ongoing efforts to modernize facilities and improve student outcomes. Many families supplement public education with private schooling options available within the municipality.
The city is served by major highway corridors that facilitate regional travel along the northern coast. Public transit options are limited, making personal vehicle ownership the primary mode of transportation for most residents.
Manatí offers a rich amenity base centered on its natural coastal beauty, including the popular Mar Chiquita Beach and the Tortuguero Lagoon Nature Reserve. These sites provide significant recreational opportunities for residents and tourists, including hiking, birdwatching, and water sports. The city also features local parks and community centers that serve as hubs for social and athletic activities.
The rental market in Manatí is characterized by a mix of long-term residential leases and a growing presence of short-term vacation rentals near coastal attractions. Vacancy pressure remains moderate, with demand influenced by both local workforce needs and seasonal tourism. Investors often target properties near the coast, though rental yields are tempered by the local income profile.
The economy is anchored by manufacturing, healthcare, and retail, with a growing focus on service-sector expansion. Recent data indicates a positive trend in employment growth, supported by local educational institutions like EDP University.
Economic momentum in Manatí is driven by a diverse industrial base, including manufacturing, healthcare, and retail sectors. The city serves as a regional hub, benefiting from its strategic location along the northern coast and proximity to major transportation corridors. Recent development efforts focus on infrastructure improvements and attracting new commercial investment to bolster local employment.
Development efforts are currently focused on infrastructure resilience and the revitalization of commercial zones to support long-term economic stability.
Parcels in Manatí are subject to standard municipal and state-level assessments, with no major special utility or hospital districts reported as distinct from the municipal structure.
Crime rates in Manatí are generally consistent with regional trends in Puerto Rico, with property crime being the primary concern. Local authorities maintain a visible presence, though residents are encouraged to exercise standard urban safety precautions. Comparative data suggests the area remains stable relative to other municipalities of similar size.
Manatí faces significant exposure to tropical weather events, including hurricanes and heavy rainfall, which can lead to flooding in low-lying coastal and riverine areas. Property insurance premiums reflect these environmental risks, and strict adherence to building codes is essential for structural resilience. Residents are advised to maintain comprehensive hazard coverage and emergency preparedness plans.
Property insurance in the region is heavily influenced by hurricane and flood risk, leading to higher premiums and a focus on hazard-mitigation compliance.
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 0.5%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau QuickFacts and ACS 5-year profiles.
The federal school roster could not be retrieved on the last refresh — no list is shown rather than an unverified one. Source: NCES EDGE public school locations 2023-24.