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Buying a house in Curacao is about more than just owning property — it’s about stepping into a laid-back Caribbean lifestyle. The island is full of color and character, with a stable economy and a welcoming community. Whether you're looking for a place to call home or an investment with rental income potential, Curacao has a lot to offer. Thanks to its growing economy, favorable tax rules, and steady demand from tourists and expats, owning a home here makes sense both emotionally and financially.
By Nick Vervoord- Last updated: April 2025
It’s not just a transaction. Buying a house in Curacao means choosing a lifestyle with more sun, more freedom, and something solid you can call your own. Renting gets you a roof — owning gives you roots. And when your second home is on an island like this one, vacationing starts to feel like coming home.
There are plenty of emotional reasons to make the move — but here are a few you can actually measure:
It starts with finding a place that feels right. Could take a few days — or a few months. Everyone's search looks different. Your agent will help you make an offer, and most of the time, there’s a bit of back-and-forth before landing on a final deal.
Once your offer is accepted, it's smart to hire an inspector. You’ll want to know if anything needs fixing before moving forward. Then, both sides sign a purchase agreement — and you’ve got a short window (3 days if you’re a private buyer) to step back if needed, no questions asked.
To lock things in, you’ll make a deposit — usually around 10% — with a local notary. These professionals are appointed by the Dutch crown and handle due diligence on both sides. They’ll need your compliance docs, and they draft the deed of transfer, which can take 6 weeks or so.
Expect a 4% transfer tax and a notary fee between 1–2%. That’s standard here.
If you're not paying cash, most banks in Curacao will lend up to 70% of the home’s value to non-residents. You’ll need an appraisal report, and getting pre-approved helps move things faster.
Once everything checks out — the inspections, the financing, the paperwork — it’s time to close. You’ll sign at the notary’s office (or authorize someone locally if you’re abroad). And then... you get the keys.
If you're ready to explore homes and see what owning in Curacao could look like for you, now’s the time. Your spot in the sun might be closer than you think.
Pim, it’s a great pleasure that we write this testimonial to your wonderful service. Our journey with Pim van Ogtrop and Remax Bonbini started in Switzerland when we decided to buy a second home in Curacao. We found you on the internet along with 4 other realtors who we asked to send us property listings. At first we were looking for a home under $200,000 and you made us feel just as important as the buyer with the multi-million dollar budget. You were the only agent that was consistent...
Hans en Margriet, graag wil ik jullie nog bedanken voor het begeleiden van de verkoop van onze woning op Curaçao. Wij zijn dik tevreden over de communicatie tussen ons en wanneer er vragen waren van onze kant werden die naar behoren opgelost.Mochten wij ooit in de toekomst weer wat willen op Curaçao, dan wil ik graag weer gebruik maken van jullie makelaarskantoor.Succes verder op het mooie eiland Curaçao.
Hans and Margriet were very knowledgeable about the project and quick to respond to any questions we had. The purchase was very smooth and now we look forward to moving into The Shore at the Blue Bay Resort in Curacao.
I would highly recommend Hans & Margriet & Jeroen for any of your real estate needs on Curacao. This was our 2nd transaction with the office and it once again went smoothly and with excellent communication along the way. Thanks again for everything and look forward to working with you both again in the near future! We panning to buy more properties and we shall use off course you again.