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White-sand Caribbean beach with turquoise water, palms and limestone rocks on Mexico’s Riviera Maya at golden hour

Mexico Real Estate for Americans

Riviera Maya condos and homes around Playa del Carmen, through our partner The Agency Riviera Maya.

Why Americans are buying on the Riviera Maya

Short flights from Texas, Caribbean beaches and a large international community make the Riviera Maya — Playa del Carmen, Tulum and Cancún — a favorite for Americans looking at vacation rentals, a second home or retirement.

Jerrod, a Texas REALTOR® with the NAR Certified International Property Specialist (CIPS) designation, helps you weigh your options and introduces you to the local team that handles the purchase.

What to know before you buy

  • Foreigners can own property in Mexico. Near the coast, ownership is usually held through a bank trust (fideicomiso), which gives you the rights to use, rent, sell or pass on the property.
  • A Mexican notary (notario público) handles the closing. Hire your own attorney to check title, permits and the developer’s track record.
  • Many new developments sell off-plan with payment plans. Understand the delivery timeline, what happens if it slips, and how your payments are protected.
  • Buying a home does not grant residency on its own. Mexico’s temporary and permanent residency have their own requirements; consult an immigration attorney.

Rules on taxes, residency, and rentals change. Nothing on this page is legal, tax, or immigration advice — always confirm with qualified professionals in Mexico.

Current Mexico listings

New Mexico listings are being added. Send Jerrod a note below to hear about properties before they’re posted.

See it in person: discovery trips

Buying abroad is easier when you’ve walked the neighborhoods. Jerrod can help you plan a property discovery trip to the Riviera Maya, with viewings arranged through our local partner. A discovery trip never obligates you to buy.

Talk to Jerrod about Mexico

Tell us what you’re looking for — rental income, a retirement home, or a full relocation — and Jerrod will connect you with a vetted local team and help you plan next steps, including a property discovery trip if you’d like to see homes in person.

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Our Mexico partner: The Agency Riviera Maya

Passports to Property works with The Agency Riviera Maya, based in Playa del Carmen, which represents new developments and homes along the coast. Each listing names the company that represents it.

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