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Arubais smaller than Bonaire and Curaçao, but it certainly doesn't lag behind in terms of long stretched beaches and beautiful nature. The island is about 180 square kilometres and has a population of just over 111,000. Aruba has its own special and beautiful places to live.
This island in the Caribbean has beautiful natural areas, popular tourist attractions and villages that exude local culture. These are all important elements when buying a home in Aruba.
The capital, Oranjestad, is located on the north-western side of Aruba. Historical monuments and buildings, a shopping street with several shopping centres, the harbour, a lively nightlife and many places to eat and drink best describe the capital. A popular city among tourists with approximately 35,000 inhabitants. If you like hustle and bustle, then Oranjestad is an ideal place for your future home.
San Nicolas has had a complete makeover in 2016 and is now a place that has been transformed into a colourful place with lots of art. The beach is within easy reach here, culture can be found in the small local pubs. San Nicolas does not have many hotels, but you will find tourists here because of the rich culture that prevails here. San Nicolas is located in the extreme south of Aruba.
From the northwest to the northern coastline, you will find a landscape of limestone cliffs and waves crashing against the rocks. Popular with holidaymakers, there are many hotels and resorts on this part of the island. Many islanders work and live in this area because of the many hotels and shops located here.
In Santa Cruz you will find shops, restaurants and residential houses, but also the Arikok National Park is half located in this district. In addition to protected flora and fauna, this park has several beaches and a natural pool that is protected by the surrounding rocks. If you are a nature lover, Santa Cruz should be high on your wish list.
Do you want to enjoy nature and the beautiful landscapes that Aruba has to offer? Then Paradera is a neighbourhood that might have your future home. Paradera has no big hotels or resorts, but some holiday homes. This district is situated in the north-eastern part of Aruba.
Savaneta, located on the south-western coast of Aruba, is close to the sea. In this fishing town, you will find peace, culture and beautiful mangroves where you can snorkel to your heart's content.
Like every other island in the Netherlands Antilles, Aruba has many real estate agents who are only too happy to help you in your search. Finding an estate agent who is considered reliable can therefore be quite difficult. The following tips will help you find a reliable estate agent:
- Check the website of the real estate agent for appearance, professionalism and whether it is up to date
- Check the social media accounts of the real estate agent for recent posts
- Ask for references and check them
- Take time for a telephone or personal introduction to ensure that your wishes are understood
- Have a contract between you and the real estate agent checked for agreements and legal correctness
We understand that selecting a real estate agent can be a challenge. Therefore, Nacas selects only the most reliable real estate agents that can be found on Aruba. In addition, Nacas facilitates the contact between you and the real estate agent, which always results in an accessible and pleasant contact moment. Read more about this on our about us page.
Once you have made a choice for a house and you and the seller have reached an agreement. Then it is time for the purchase agreement. A signature on the purchase agreement is done by the buyer and the seller and takes place in the presence of a notary.
For you as a buyer, it is important to know that after signing the sales agreement, a down payment of 10% of the sales price is often required. The notary keeps this deposit in custody until the transfer of the deed of sale.
In terms of taxes, when you buy a house in Aruba, you only pay the annual land tax. This is determined on the basis of the value of your house. The amount of land tax can change from year to year.
Will your new home be an attractive flat, or are you looking for a villa with a swimming pool and a large garden to own? Aruba has a large offer of flats and houses for sale or for rent. The local real estate agent can help you with your search for a wonderful home on this beautiful island.
Besides the local real estate agent, Nacas can also help you find your home in Aruba. Through years of experience and knowledge of the current laws and regulations, our consultants can help you in this process. Please contact us for more information.
Buying a house in the Netherlands Antilles is perhaps one of the biggest, life-changing events you will ever experience. It is a process that involves a lot of work, which you, as a consumer, may not have experienced.
In order to guide you as well as possible during this process, we have described in ten steps how the purchase of a house in the Netherlands Antilles works.
