The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 00693 sells for about $360,000, or $145 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.8% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 112 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $651 a month.
ZIP 00693 — Vega Baja
The 00693 housing market is characterized by stable, moderate price growth and limited inventory. Demand is driven by local buyers, though the market faces headwinds from broader economic conditions in Puerto Rico. Figures for active listings and months of supply are based on local market reports, while some specific demographic data is sourced from the most recent ACS 5-year estimates.
This ZIP is well-suited for local families and long-term residents seeking affordable housing options within reach of the northern coast. It is less attractive to high-income commuters or investors looking for rapid appreciation.
Median prices moved up 2.8% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 112 days on market with 6.4 months of supply — a slower-moving market.
13% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 96.2% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 11.0% · poverty 40.6% — elevated distress and economic pressure.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 10.3%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 7.3%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net outflow — more people moved out than in
ZCTA 00693, Vega Baja Municipio, PR
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
Crime rates in Vega Baja are generally consistent with regional trends in Puerto Rico, with property crime being the primary concern. Local authorities maintain a standard presence, though residents are advised to follow regional safety precautions.
Public schools in the area are managed by the Puerto Rico Department of Education, with performance varying significantly across individual campuses. Many families supplement public education with private schooling options available in the broader Vega Baja region.
The area is subject to tropical storm and hurricane risks common to the northern coast of Puerto Rico. Flood zones are present in low-lying areas, and property insurance premiums reflect these environmental exposures.
Economic momentum is driven by local retail, services, and small-scale manufacturing. Infrastructure development is focused on maintaining connectivity to the San Juan metropolitan area.
Property taxes in Puerto Rico are administered by the Municipal Revenue Collection Center (CRIM). Rates are based on assessed values, with specific exemptions available for primary residences.
Commuting to the San Juan employment core typically involves travel via PR-22, which can experience significant congestion during peak hours. Public transit options are limited, making personal vehicle ownership essential for most residents.
The area features access to local parks and proximity to the northern coastline's beaches. Shopping and dining are concentrated along the main commercial corridors of Vega Baja.
The rental market is characterized by steady demand for affordable housing, with a significant portion of the stock consisting of single-family homes. Vacancy pressure remains low due to limited new supply.
The economy is anchored by retail, public sector employment, and local services. It serves as a regional hub for the surrounding agricultural and residential communities.
The area is served by PR-2 and PR-22, which provide the primary links to the rest of the island. Public transportation is largely informal and limited in scope.
Development is largely focused on small-scale residential improvements and commercial maintenance. No major large-scale master-planned communities are currently under construction.
The Municipal Revenue Collection Center (CRIM) manages property assessments for the entire municipality.
Parcels are subject to municipal property taxes and standard utility service districts.
Property insurance is heavily influenced by the area's exposure to hurricane and flood risks, leading to higher premiums for coastal properties.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov using ZCTA 00693 profile.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
- Taylor Park Trading Post4.42.2 mi
- Gunnison National Forest4.811.4 mi
- Denny Creek Trailhead4.810.9 mi
- Silver Plume Rentals512.7 mi
- St. Elmo, CO4.712 mi
- Taylor Park Trading Post4.42.2 mi
- Gunnison National Forest4.811.4 mi
- Denny Creek Trailhead4.810.9 mi
- Cottonwood Pass57.1 mi
- Taylor Park Marina4.83.1 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A popular local beach known for its natural rock pool formation.
The historic core featuring local businesses and traditional architecture.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.