Real Estate in Saint Lucia

Last updated on Apr 04, 2023

Summary: An expat looking to buy a home in Saint Lucia should begin by researching the local real estate market. They should look for listings on websites such as Point2Homes, Realtor.com, and Zillow. Additionally, they should consider contacting a local real estate agent who can provide more detailed information about the local market. Homes in Saint Lucia typically include amenities such as air conditioning, private pools, and outdoor living spaces. Many homes also feature stunning views of the Caribbean Sea. Foreigners are allowed to purchase property in Saint Lucia, however, they must obtain a permit from the Ministry of Finance and Economic Affairs. Additionally, foreigners are not allowed to purchase land in certain areas, such as the beachfront.

How do I find a place to live in Saint Lucia?

We asked expats how they chose their neighborhood and found a place to live. They answered:

"One of the best ways to find a place to live in Saint Lucia is to search online for rental listings. There are a variety of websites that offer listings for apartments, houses, and villas in Saint Lucia. Additionally, you can contact local real estate agents who specialize in the area to help you find a suitable place to live. You can also look for rental postings in local newspapers and on bulletin boards in the area. Additionally, you can ask friends and family who live in Saint Lucia for recommendations," remarked one foreigner who made the move to Saint Lucia.

Answer this Question

Traveling Mailbox
Connect

Traveling Mailbox serves thousands of travelers, expats, digital nomads, businesses, individuals and others in over 47 Countries by scanning their postal mail so they can view it online anywhere in the world. They provide customer service 7 days a week so if you need assistance, it is just a phone call away. Traveling Mailbox works with Evernote, Bill.com and Dropbox. And, there are Traveling Mailbox apps available for iOS and Android devices.

Click connect to have our partner contact you via e-mail and/or phone.

Traveling Mailbox

Click connect to have our partner contact you via e-mail and/or phone.

What is a typical expat home or apartment like in Saint Lucia?

Please login to continue reading this article.

Not a member? Join Today (it's free).

About the Author

Betsy Burlingame is the Founder and President of Expat Exchange and is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University with a BA in International Business and German.

Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.