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.
Riverfront 2 bedroom modern apartment for sale
- Price
- $239,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 16
- Property Type
- Apartment
- Beds/Baths
- 2/2
- Beds
- 2
- Baths
- 2
- Location
- Cuenca, Cuenca, Azuay, Ecuador
- Location Type
- Urban
- View Type
- City View, River View
- Total Lot Size
- 1,657.64 sq ft (154.00 m²)
- Total Living Area
- 1,496.18 sq ft (139.00 m²)
This stunning, riverfront, 2-bedroom 139 m² (1.488,69 sq ft) unfurnished, corner unit offers remarkable features: * Good size terrace perfect and magnificent direct river views; perfect for entertaining or simply chilling out. * Marvelous modern - open concept with plenty of natural light. * Lovely size bedrooms with good size storage and closets. * Gourmet nice size kitchen - dinning room designed with a big center - island . * Building with back up power generator, security and gym area. * Located in the highly desired Puertas del Sol - Paseo 3 de Noviembre street, steps away from multiple new plazas, restaurants and fun places to visit. * The unit offers proximity to the Tranvia station, which is less than 10 minutes away. * The sale includes 1 parking space and 1 underground storage unit. This is definitely a good, reputable and safe area where locals and expats love to love. The asking price for this incredible unit is $239.000 negotiable. Delivery time June 2025.
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..
CUENCA 3-BEDROOM CONDO NEAR YANUNCAY RIVER AND TRAM: This Unfurnished, 2120 sq. ft Home has 2 Patios, a Grass Lawn, a Workshop, a Craft's Room and a Covered Patio
- Price
- $239,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 29
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 3/3
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 3
- Location
- Cuenca, Cuenca, Azuay, Ecuador
- Location Type
- Urban
- View Type
- City View, Garden View
- Total Lot Size
- 2,938.54 sq ft (273.00 m²)
- Total Living Area
- 2,120.48 sq ft (197.00 m²)
This charming 3-bedroom home, located in a quiet cul-de-sac, offers a harmonious blend of modern convenience and outdoor serenity, just steps from the Yanuncay River and Cuenca’s tram system. With easy access to downtown Cuenca and all that the city has to offer, this property is the ideal house for those seeking a peaceful, residential home near the river, with easy access to downtown Cuenca. The 3-bedroom, unfurnished home has 2 patios, a grass lawn, a workshop, a craft's room and a pergola patio, which is perfect to watch the rain, while staying warm and snug. The 2120 sq. ft. home is just blocks away from the Yanuncay River, on the opposite side of the river from Primero de Mayo. The heart of the home is its open-concept living and dining area, perfect for gathering with family or friends. The double floor high ceilings over the dining area give the room a majestic feel and sliding glass door lead directly to the covered patio, when al fresco dining is preferred. Just around the corner, you’ll find a spacious, cook’s kitchen equipped with an oven, stove, refrigerator, range hood, and dishwasher—all included in the purchase price. Adjacent to the kitchen is a generously sized pantry and an oversized laundry room, boasting abundant storage and closet space. The first floor also includes a social bathroom. The converted garage has been transformed into a workshop, offering endless possibilities for hobbies or home projects, while a separate art studio and crafts area invites creativity to flow freely. Should you simply want a spacious 2-car garage, this covered garage comes with an automatic garage door opener.
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.
