Real Estate Appreciation
Continues to Rise in the Riviera Maya

The Riviera Maya is such a popular tourist destination that the demand for property and hotels is far surpassing the supply. According to the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), Mexico is the 8th most popular destination in the world and the Riviera Maya is the most popular destination in the country. This steady and continual rise in tourism has pushed towns like Playa del Carmen and Tulum to grow exponentially, and with it, the real estate appreciation is also rising at incredible rates.

The unparalleled beauty and year-round amazing weather of the Riviera Maya make this destination incredibly appealing, but it’s the new infrastructure and investments that’s truly taking this destination to the next level. Smart investors form all over the world are seeing the potential that the new Tulum Airport and Mayan Train are going to bring to the area. Developers and constructing a record number of stunning eco-friendly condominium buildings and modern housing developments because the demand for accommodation is so high.

In the past years, the Riviera Maya saw high and low seasons when it came to tourism. However, since the pandemic, there seems to be no low-seasons anymore. Tourists are flocking from the USA, Canada and Europe year-round and the average occupancy is sitting at an impressive 85%. Because of this, investing in real estate in the Riviera Maya right now, whether for a vacation rental business, or as a long-term investment, has guaranteed high ROIs.

Where to buy in the Riviera Maya?

The Riviera Maya is a long 80 miles of white-sand Caribbean coastline. Running from Puerto Morelos to Punta Allen, the Riviera Maya is home to some of the most sought-after real estate markets in the Mexican Caribbean.

Playa del Carmen has seen some of the most rapid growth in Mexico, making it one of the top places to invest in Real Estate. It’s close proximity to Cancun airport, its long stretches of beach and its never ending supply of high-end amenities, shops, bars and restaurants make it a nobrainer when it comes to investment.

Another popular and fast-growing area in the Riviera Maya is Akumal. This charming ocean-front town is still relatively small compared to its neighbor Playa del Carmen, but it has so much potential for growth as it grows in popularity. Known for its resident turtles, Akumal is the perfect place to spend a beach vacation, enjoy some snorkeling and get in touch with the slow-paced local way of life.

Tulum has to be one of the most famous cities in the Riviera Maya. Known for its eco-chic style, incredible and unique architecture and world-renowned beaches, Tulum is expanding rapidly to accommodate the incredible demand for accommodation. With frequent celebrity sitings, investment from some of the most famous hotels and real estate developers in the world, properties in Tulum are giving fantastic ROIs, which is only set to increase with time.



If you want to take advantage of the unprecedented real estate appreciation in the Riviera Maya, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at The Agency RM, so we can begin exploring your options.