The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 00739 sells for about $145,000, or $115 per square foot.
Prices are up +3.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 88 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $555 a month.
ZIP 00739 — Cidra
The housing market in 00739 remains stable with modest price appreciation and low inventory levels. Market activity is driven by local demand and seasonal tourism, with limited new construction impacting supply. Figures for specific metrics like price-cut percentages are not published at the ZIP level and are omitted.
This ZIP is best suited for local families and long-term residents seeking affordable housing, as the market offers limited appeal for high-end investors or commuters.
Median prices moved up 3.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 88 days on market with 5.2 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
13% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 96.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 6.0% · poverty 35.1% — a mixed stability profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 2.6%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 2.9%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net outflow — more people moved out than in
ZCTA 00739, Cabo Rojo, Puerto Rico
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
Crime rates in this area are generally reported as moderate compared to the broader regional average, with property crime being the primary concern.
Public schools serving this ZIP are part of the regional district system, with performance ratings generally falling in the lower-to-mid range of state benchmarks.
The area is subject to tropical storm and hurricane wind risks typical of the region, with flood zone designations varying significantly by specific parcel location.
Economic momentum is largely driven by local service sectors and small-scale agriculture, with limited large-scale industrial or corporate development currently underway.
Property taxes are assessed at the municipal and regional level; there are no state-level income taxes on residential property, though specific local district levies apply.
Commuting primarily relies on personal vehicles via regional highway corridors, as public transit options are extremely limited.
Recreational amenities include local community parks and proximity to regional natural areas, with basic retail and dining concentrated in the town center.
The rental market is characterized by low turnover and a high share of individual landlords, with limited institutional or short-term rental presence.
The local economy is anchored by tourism, hospitality, and small-scale commercial services, with significant seasonal fluctuations.
Transportation is heavily dependent on private vehicle use, with limited public bus infrastructure connecting to larger urban centers.
Development is strictly regulated to preserve coastal and environmental resources, limiting large-scale residential expansion.
The regional appraisal district conducts periodic assessments based on market value, with specific exemptions available for primary residences.
Parcels are subject to municipal and regional utility districts, with no significant MUD/PID presence.
Property insurance premiums are elevated due to regional hurricane and wind exposure, requiring specialized coverage.
Net domestic migration has been characterized by modest outflows, typical of the broader regional demographic trend.
Foreclosure proceedings are judicial, requiring court intervention and providing specific redemption rights to homeowners.
Sellers are required to provide a comprehensive disclosure statement regarding the physical condition of the property at the time of sale.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA-level tables.
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.
A major regional attraction known for its calm waters and recreational facilities.
Provides extensive trails and bird-watching opportunities.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.