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La Altagracia · Dominican Republic
Cap Cana Real Estate
A gated luxury enclave with a marina, championship golf and English-speaking services — the premium tier of the Punta Cana market.
Average price
$845,000
Listings
410
Est. gross yield
6.3%
Gated & securedSuperyacht marinaPunta Espada golfJuanillo beachBranded residences
About Cap Cana
Cap Cana is Punta Cana's gated luxury enclave — a master-planned community wrapped around a superyacht marina, the Punta Espada golf course and the exclusive beaches of Juanillo. Security, concierge services and English-speaking professionals make it the 'easy mode' entry point for high-net-worth and first-time foreign buyers.
The market here is appreciation-led: branded residences and villas trade at a premium, and owners typically prioritize capital growth and lifestyle over maximum rental yield.
Why investors buy in Cap Cana
Master-planned luxury with a 150+ slip marina, championship golf and beach clubs — a magnet for high-net-worth buyers.
Capital appreciation has averaged roughly 6–8% a year per the Central Bank, with some marina-district forecasts higher.
A branded-residence pipeline and limited prime land support long-term value.
CONFOTUR exemptions on many new projects, plus full foreign-ownership rights.
Market & growth
Population (DR, 2025)
~11.5M (+~1%/yr)
Avg. appreciation / yr
~6–8%
Marina capacity
150+ slips
Typical price band
$600k–$3M+
Tourists (DR, 2025)
~11.6M
Figures are approximate and informational only. Verify before transacting.
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Investing in Cap Cana
Can foreigners buy property in Cap Cana?+
Yes. Foreign buyers have nearly the same rights as citizens under Law 16-95 — no local partner required. You'll need a passport and a Dominican tax ID (RNC).
What are the closing costs in Cap Cana?+
Typically 4–9% of the price, led by the 3% transfer tax, plus legal (~1–1.5%) and registry fees.
What is CONFOTUR?+
A tourism-incentive law that can exempt the 3% transfer tax and property tax (IPI) for up to 15 years on qualifying developments.