Cuenca Properties
Cuenca, with its cobblestone streets and stately mansions, has become one of the world´s top retirement destinations. The city, Ecuador´s third largest, is home to approximately 350,000 citizens, and an estimated 4,000 expats. It is an extremely walkable city, and expats often gather near the Parque Abdon Calderon for coffee or drinks. The city is flush with both modern conveniences including 18 hospitals, and with 4 major universities attracting students from all over the world, it is often referred to as the Athens of the Andes.
Cuenca´s temperatures range from 50-75 degrees Fahrenheit, and is often hailed as the city of eternal spring. For those who love the outdoors, Cajas National Park offers incredible year round hiking. Most expats live extremely well on $2000 a month.
If you are seeking a rich cultural life with international symphonies and ballets and a mix of the historic and the modern, come see what makes Cuenca such a special place to retire.
Right on the river! Well appointed 2 bedroom condo for sale
- Price
- $169,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 14
- Property Type
- Apartment
- Beds/Baths
- 2/2
- Beds
- 2
- Baths
- 2
- Location
- Cuenca, Cuenca, Azuay, Ecuador
- Location Type
- Urban
- View Type
- City View, Mountain View, River View
- Total Lot Size
- 1,453.12 sq ft (135.00 m²)
- Total Living Area
- 1,291.66 sq ft (120.00 m²)
This brand new well designed 2 bedroom 2.5 bathroom 120 m² (1.285,2 sq ft) first class condo is located right on 1 de Mayo street, overlooking the Yanuncay River and a few minutes away from the Tranvia station. It features elegant finishes and meticulously designed spaces… the kitchen is large and well equipped with plenty of storage and working areas. Both bedrooms and spacious and provide lots of natural light. Oh! That terrace! That’s where you’re going to live in and entertain all the time… it is partially covered so it makes it the perfect space for spending mornings and afternoons. Anytime would be good here. The unit is high enough so traffic noise won’t affect you at all. The building has 24/7 security, root top terrace, jacuzzi, sauna, BQ area. Asking price $179.000 negotiable.
Cuenca home with fabulous old-world charm, surrounded by tons of nature and beauty.
- Price
- $239,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 52
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 3/2
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 2
- Location
- Cuenca, Cuenca, Azuay, Ecuador
- Location Type
- Mountain, Urban
- View Type
- Mountain View, Garden View
- Total Lot Size
- 20,666.63 sq ft (1,920.00 m²)
- Total Living Area
- 7.12 acre (2.88 ha)
This unique Cuenca home with fabulous, old-world charm, three bedrooms, and AMAZING outdoor spaces is located in the Racar area, north of Cuenca. It has a large and inviting living room with wooden beamed ceilings and a working fireplace, a formal dining room, a great private office, porch, a second floor with bedrooms plus bathrooms and an amazing backyard a nice BQ area. This fabulous home is 287,64 m² (3,096.13 sq. ft), with 1920 m² (20,563.2 sq. ft) of perfectly maintained garden with flowers and trees. This charmy full of character home is located a few miles away from downtown Cuenca, near from Racar Plaza Mall, easy access to buses and taxis… all you need to be close to the city but also be surrounded by nature, peace and quiet. The master en-suite bedroom (with a bathtub) is located upstairs and features a walk-in closet. There is a landing on top of the stairs perfect for sitting and reading. The other guest bedrooms are also on the second floor with another bathroom. The asking price for this charmy home is $239.000
Stunning Mountain View Home on Spacious Lot in Prime Location with Great Spring-Like Climate
- Price
- $179,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 62
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 3/2
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 2
- Location
- Uzhupud, Paute, Paute, Azuay, Ecuador
- Location Type
- Countryside, Mountain
- View Type
- Garden View, Mountain View
- Total Lot Size
- 10,763.87 sq ft (1,000.00 m²)
- Total Living Area
- 2,152.77 sq ft (200.00 m²)
Nestled in a prime location, this 2-story home offers breathtaking mountain views and a serene atmosphere, making it the perfect retreat. Located in a highly desirable area with a perfect year-round climate, this property combines the best of both worlds—comfort and natural beauty. Set on a spacious lot, there's plenty of room for outdoor living, gardening, or future expansion. The property was thoughtfully designed, starting with the exterior where the lot was leveled and special silt added so that almost anything will grow here. In the corners of the lot you will notice the drainage that was placed as well as the underground canal so that any excess rainwater will be directed away from the home. For the home's foundation, several meters of river stone were placed to provide a solid base. The structure is brick, and there are steel reinforcements on the second level. There is a wrap-around porch encompassing the entire home. Outside there is a connection for a laundry area. For the interior, as you pass through the main entrance, you walk into an enormous open concept space with plenty of windows to allow for ample natural light. There is a living area off to the right, and a kitchen/dining area off to the left. Here the ceilings are high and you can see up the staircase to the mezzanine level. Here is a small juliette balcony from where you can see the mountains on both sides. This level is huge and runs the width of the house and can easily be converted into a master bedroom suite or divided into separate areas. There is one room up here which can be a smaller bedroom or an office or a yoga studio. The floors and wainscoting upstairs are made of knotty pine. There is a full bathroom upstairs as well. Downstairs there are 2 bedrooms each with closets and mountain views. There is one huge bathroom with jacuzzi-style tub. There is a back door which leads outside and the views from the back side of the home are even better than the front. The property is located on a small private road, shared by one neighbor in the front and one neighbor in the back. You can walk into the town of Paute where there are many restaurants, shops, stores, banks, pharmacies and the like. In town there is plenty of public transportation. The main square of Paute is very quaint, featuring a large church and nice central park. Whether you're relaxing in the private backyard, exploring the surrounding area, or simply enjoying the views from your balcony or wrap-around porch, this property offers the best of both comfort and tranquility. With its ideal location and breathtaking surroundings, this property is a rare find that you will want to see. Don't miss the chance to make this mountain-view haven your own!
Villa For Sale in Uzhupud
- Price
- $235,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 13
- Property Type
- Villa
- Beds/Baths
- 2/2
- Beds
- 2
- Baths
- 2
- Location
- Uzhupud, Paute, Paute, Azuay, Ecuador
- Location Type
- Urban
- View Type
- Garden View, Greenbelt View, Mountain View, Valley View
- Total Lot Size
- 5,381.93 sq ft (500.00 m²)
- Total Living Area
- 21,527.74 sq ft (2,000.00 m²)
This villa with 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms is located in Uzhupud, Azuay Ecuador, in the county of Paute. This property with garden, greenbelt, mountain and valley views is situated in the highlands of Ecuador. The land area of this villa is 5,381.93 square feet (500.00 square meter), and it has a living space of 21,527.74 square feet (2,000.00 square meter).
Giant 3 bedroom single floor condo for sale
- Price
- $259,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 19
- Property Type
- Apartment
- Beds/Baths
- 3/3
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 3
- Location
- El Batan - Cuenca, Cuenca, Azuay, Ecuador
- Location Type
- Urban
- View Type
- City View
- Total Lot Size
- 2,690.97 sq ft (250.00 m²)
- Total Living Area
- 2,368.05 sq ft (220.00 m²)
This brand new 220 m² (2.356,2 sq ft) 3 bedrooms 3.5 baths single floor condo is located in the El Batán area, across the street from El Batán Shopping mall, famous Remigio Crespo street, Tranvía station and lots more. Great and convenient location! The new building offers, central gas and hot water, back up power generator, elevator, security, roof top terrace and lots of comfort and convenience. The massive apartment offers well planned and layed out areas… the oversized kitchen includes plenty of cabinets, lots of natural light and great city and Mountain View’s; there is even space to incorporate a central kitchen island and more working space if needed. A large separate and independent laundry - pantry area can be found next to the kitchen. Each bedroom is large and well finished with plenty of windows, good views and lots of built in cabinets. It’s never enough! If you combine this location with the amount of living space that's been offered plus the delightful views and confirm… you’ll find your next perfect home here. Asking price $259.000 Sale includes 2 parking spots.
Luxurious 2 - bedroom furnished condo for rent
- Price
- $1,050 / month
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Lease
- Images
- 11
- Property Type
- Apartment
- Beds/Baths
- 2/2
- Beds
- 2
- Baths
- 2
- Location
- Av. Ordóñez Lasso - Cuenca, Cuenca, Azuay, Ecuador
- Location Type
- Urban
- View Type
- City View
- Total Lot Size
- 1,614.58 sq ft (150.00 m²)
- Total Living Area
- 1,614.58 sq ft (150.00 m²)
Live in confort by renting this new and modern 2 bedroom 2 full bathroom furnished condo located west of Cuenca in the Ordonez Lasso Av. Only minutes away from downtown and steps away from the Tranvia station, this top quality building offers the nicest ammeneties such as jacuzzi, gym, sauna room and lots more! The openness and brightness inside this apartment are fabulous! Lots of natural light and fresh air all throughout it. Sitting in that terrace and enjoying the sun rise and sun set are experiences you definitely would enjoy to live here. Monthly rent $1050 all utilities and monthly HOA included.
EL CENTRO CUENCA 2-BED BEAUTY: This Furnished, Turnkey Unit is located in the Heart of Downtown Cuenca and is Move-In Ready
- Price
- $195,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 23
- Property Type
- Condominium
- Beds/Baths
- 2/1
- Beds
- 2
- Baths
- 1
- Location
- Cuenca, Cuenca, Azuay, Ecuador
- Location Type
- Urban
- View Type
- Garden View
- Total Lot Size
- 890.28 sq ft (82.71 m²)
- Total Living Area
- 890.28 sq ft (82.71 m²)
This modern, 2-bedroom, turnkey, downtown Cuenca condo in a luxury building and prime location is a rare find, given the limited inventory of North American standard-built apartments in the historic center. Situated just blocks from Parque Calderon, the Tomebamba River, and the heart of El Centro, this furnished, open-concept, 2 bed, 1 bath condo is 890 sq. ft (82.71 sq. meters) with a long terrace overlooking the plant-filled central courtyard of the building. There is also a storage unit/bodega on the incredible, shared rooftop, which also has two separate seating areas, flowers and shrubbery everywhere, mood-setting and warming fire pits, and one of the best views of the Blue Domes of the new cathedral -- Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception -- in the city. The building also has an electric dumbwaiter for carrying suitcases, heavy groceries, or boxes right to your door step..
CASA SAN SEBASTIAN CUENCA LOFT: One-of-a-Kind Turnkey Designer Loft Combines Elegance, Sophistication and History
- Price
- $325,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 40
- Property Type
- Condominium
- Beds/Baths
- 2/2
- Beds
- 2
- Baths
- 2
- Location
- San Sebastian - Cuenca, Cuenca, Azuay, Ecuador
- Location Type
- Urban
- View Type
- City View, Mountain View, Valley View
- Total Lot Size
- 1,948.26 sq ft (181.00 m²)
- Total Living Area
- 1,948.26 sq ft (181.00 m²)
There are homes that capture attention, and there are those that capture the imagination. This one-of-a-kind, 2-bedroom, turnkey designer loft, set within a meticulously restored 120-year-old colonial building on Cuenca’s most renowned avenue – Simon Bolivar -- is a living masterpiece where the past and present exist in perfect harmony. Located in the heart of El Centro, steps from Parque San Sebastián – a charming area filled with restaurants, outdoor cafes, tiendas, and speciality stores -- and just a short stroll to Parque Calderón, this home offers a privileged opportunity to own a piece of Cuenca’s cultural legacy while indulging in the sophistication of contemporary loft living. From the moment you enter this exceptional 1,948 sq. ft. (181 sq. meter) loft, you are greeted by soaring 20+ foot ceilings adorned with original wooden beams, creating an expansive and dramatic living space. The historic, century-old hardwood floors add warmth and character, perfectly complemented by sleek, contemporary furnishings. A striking floating staircase leads to the spacious second-floor primary suite, complete with a desk and room for a comfy seating area. The open-concept living and dining rooms exude sophistication, featuring Italian leather seating, a glass coffee table, a handcrafted wooden dining table and chairs for eight, a stunning dimmable chandelier perfect for intimate gatherings; a beautiful armoire that serves as a bar and place for your glasses, stemware and bar essentials; as well as a hand-made credenza for extra dishes, platters, tablecloths and dining pieces. A chef’s dream, the spacious kitchen is fully equipped with appliances, including a five-burner gas stove, dishwasher, refrigerator, range hood, and microwave, and an oversized island that invites conversation and culinary creativity, while ensuring the hosts are in the middle of the celebration. And what a place to entertain. From the comfort of your own 4 Juliette balconies, you’ll have an unrivaled, front-row seat to Cuenca’s legendary Pase del Niño Christmas Eve Parade, an eight-hour spectacle of music, color, and tradition that fills the avenue with joyous revelry … and a party to remember.
LA TERRASSA ON THE RIVER: Riverside, 2-Bedroom, Unfurnished Cuenca Condo with Huge Terrace
- Price
- $290,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 46
- Property Type
- Condominium
- Beds/Baths
- 2/2
- Beds
- 2
- Baths
- 2
- Location
- Cuenca, Cuenca, Azuay, Ecuador
- Location Type
- Urban
- View Type
- City View, Mountain View, River View, Valley View
- Total Lot Size
- 826.56 sq ft (76.79 m²)
- Total Living Area
- 1,700.69 sq ft (158.00 m²)
This stunning, riverside, 2-bedroom, unfurnished, corner unit Cuenca penthouse with a generator, giant terrace and magnificent views is the perfect entertaining home, with an open-concept layout featuring a lovely hallway entrance (with a coat closet ... unheard of in Ecuador) leading indroom to the living room, gourmet chef's kitchen, dining room, the en-suite primary bedroom with a walk-in closet and a spacious bathroom, an en-suite guest room on the opposite side of the penthouse, affording privacy for both owner and guests. An incredible wrap-around terrace that is 76.79 m2 (826.5 sq ft), offers a dining area, off the living space, and tons of additional spaces -- including a sliding glass door leading from the primary bedroom out into a private area of this gigantic terrace. From every side of the meandering terrace are river and city views. An outdoor kitchen, multiple seating areas, a pergula or covered space, giant gardens or whatever your heart desires are all possible on this gorgeous expansive terrace. A generator not only services all the public areas of the building, but each individual condo, so you never have to worry about power outages. The 157.57 m2 (1690 sq ft) penthouse also comes with 2 parking spaces, a laundry room, a TV room and a boedga/storage unit. There is also a tranquil, shared rooftop garden (up one flight from your condo) with river views and multiple patio areas to entertain your friends and family and wow them with the expansive views. The asking price for this riverside, 2-bedroom penthouse with spectacular terrace views is $290,000
MAGNIFICENT FURNISHED MOUNTAIN, COUNTRY ESTATE ON 13 ACRES: This Luxurious Furnished Home has Top Quality Furnishings and Upgrades with Spectacular Views
- Price
- $490,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 53
- Property Type
- Country Estate
- Beds/Baths
- 3/3
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 3
- Location
- Santa Ana, Valle, Cuenca, Azuay, Ecuador
- Location Type
- Countryside, Mountain
- View Type
- City View, Garden View, Mountain View, Valley View
- Total Lot Size
- 13.00 acre (5.26 ha)
- Total Living Area
- 4,294.78 sq ft (399.00 m²)
This luxurious 4,300 sq. ft. furnished, mountain top country estate, on 13+ acres of land overlooking all of Cuenca, is one of the loveliest properties currently on the market. A masterpiece, built to the highest in North American standards, this open, bright, single-level 3-bedroom, 3 1/2 bath home has every comfort you could possibly imagine including a huge chef’s kitchen, thermostat-controlled radiant heat floors throughout the house with zoned thermostats, dual propane boilers, imported high-end water pumps; and a two-sided fireplace separating the living and dining rooms providing cozy warmth and ambiance. A sound system travels throughout the entire house, and the home has an American-style enclosed garage with an automatic overhead door opener. Additionally, this one-of-a-kind gem has a sumptuous primary bedroom suite with a large seating area, an office alcove, with two desks, and his and hers walk-in-closets. The primary en-suite bathroom is very spacious and includes a large walk-in double shower (no glass) and a double, two-person whirlpool Jacuzzi bathtub with a heater. Remote-controlled mood lighting in the niche and fixtures over the tub make this is the perfect place to unwind with a dreamy view overlooking the entire valley. An outdoor kitchen with a large clay pizza oven, beautifully manicured lawn and gardens, and spectacular views of all of Cuenca and the Gordeleg River valley complete this fairytale setting. The asking price for this luxurious furnished country estate on 13 acres of land is $490,000
