Otavalo & Cotacachi Properties
Cotacachi and Otavalo are both small towns located about 2 hours north of Ecuador´s capital city, Quito. Cotacachi is nestled between two volcanoes. Situated in beautiful landscapes it is only a 30 minute drive from Lago San Pablo, Ecuador´s largest lake. The town is located adjacent to the Cayapas Ecological Reserve, with over 750,000 protected acres of forest. Cotacachi itself is home to numerous leather artisans, where you can find dozens of stores selling fine leather jackets, belts, shoes, and more along its main street 10 de Agosto. Since 2007, when International Living began promoting this village, a sizable expat community has begun to arrive, attracted to its beautiful Andean views and low cost of living.
Unlike Cotacachi, where the expat culture is well defined, Otavalo is home to a rich indigenous culture. With 90,000 inhabitants, it is much larger than its neighbor Cotacachi. On Saturdays, the massive market overflows from the Plaza de Ponchos and colorful textiles and crafts fill tents along streets in a third of the city. Otavaleños are famous for their weavings, everything from blankets and bags to sweaters and gloves. They are easily recognized by their traditional dress, white pants and dark ponchos for men, and brightly colored dresses for women.
While most residents or make the trip to Ibarra or Quito for all but the most common doctor´s visits, for many, the slow pace of life these two Andean towns offer has been just what the doctor ordered.
House For Sale in Cotacachi

- Price
- $189,500
- Status
- Sold
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 38
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 3/3
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 3
- Location
- Cotacachi, Cotacachi, Imbabura, Ecuador
- Location Type
- Urban
- View Type
- City View, Mountain View, Greenbelt View, Garden View
- Total Lot Size
- 750.00 m² (8,072.90 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 195.00 m² (2,098.95 sq ft)
This house with 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms is located in Cotacachi, Imbabura Ecuador, in the county of Cotacachi. This property with city, mountain, greenbelt and garden views is situated in the highlands of Ecuador. The land area of this house is 750,00 square meter (8.072,90 square feet), and it has a living space of 195,00 square meter (2.098,95 square feet). This house is available furnished. This property includes a stove, a stove hood, a washing machine, a refrigerator and a dryer.
GRAN EXTENSION DE TERRENO: Mountain and Countryside Home Construction Site For Sale in Cotacachi

- Price
- $34,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Land Listing
- Images
- 4
- Property Type
- Home Construction Site
- Location
- Cotacachi, Cotacachi, Imbabura, Ecuador
- Location Type
- Mountain, Countryside
- View Type
- City View, Mountain View, Greenbelt View
- Total Lot Size
- 3,679.00 m² (39,600.27 sq ft)
This home construction site is located in Cotacachi, Imbabura, Ecuador, in Cotacachi county. This mountain and countryside property with city, mountain and greenbelt views is situated in the highlands of Ecuador. The land area of this home construction site is a total of 3.679,00 square meter (39.600,27 square feet).
Incredible Value Fully Furnished Condo Apartment

- Price
- $85,000
- Status
- Sold
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 36
- Property Type
- Condominium
- Beds/Baths
- 2/2
- Beds
- 2
- Baths
- 2
- Location
- Cotacachi, Cotacachi, Imbabura, Ecuador
- Location Type
- Urban
- View Type
- City View, Garden View, Mountain View
- Total Lot Size
- 126.30 m² (1,359.48 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 126.30 m² (1,359.48 sq ft)
2 Bedroom 2 Bath luxury Condo Fully Furnished with Sun Room, Well Equipped Kitchen, Laundry, and a large Living/Dining Area. Spectacular views of the Mountains through the large picture windows while being less than 1 Block from the downtown amenities.
Manantial de La Libertad Lot Line House - Lovely Ground Level Lot Line House at a great price.

- Price
- $75,000
- Status
- Sold
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 20
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 3/2
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 2
- Location
- Cotacachi, Cotacachi, Imbabura, Ecuador
- Location Type
- Urban
- View Type
- Garden View
- Total Lot Size
- 150.09 m² (1,615.55 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 105.00 m² (1,130.21 sq ft)
This 3BR 2 BTH condo style lot line house, is excellently located just outside of downtown.
Cotacachi new modern home in secure complex with private balcony

- Price
- $95,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 14
- Property Type
- Duplex
- Beds/Baths
- 2/1
- Beds
- 2
- Baths
- 1
- Location
- Cotacachi, Cotacachi, Imbabura, Ecuador
- Location Type
- Countryside
- View Type
- Garden View, Mountain View
- Total Lot Size
- 85.00 m² (914.93 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 85.00 m² (914.93 sq ft)
This is a duplex-style home in a brand new 4-plex located in Cotacachi. Just a few minute walk from the mercado and Leather Street, this home is a great place to have your vacation home, investment property or retirement dream. With almost 900 square feet of living space, this is the perfect size and has a fabulous layout. You walk into the large open-concept living/ dining area both nicely appointed. There is a breakfast bar separating the nice sized galley kitchen from the dining space. The kitchen is complete with lots of upper and lower cabinets, and plenty of counter space. There is a half bath and laundry area under the stairwell. To the left of the living room you come upon the first bedroom, which currently doubles as an extra living room/den area. From here you can exit outside to a small exterior patio. Headaing upstairs is the master bedroom with massive en-suite bath, as well as the amazing closet space. The best part is the glass door which exits out onto a covered balcony where you can enjoy the outdoor mountain air and views. This home is being sold furnished for that totally turn-key experience. The common areas include an outdoor kitchen, bbq, seating area, and excercise room. Ask us about financing options available.
**SOLD** The Cotacachi Sweet Spot: Modern, Secure, and totally Turnkey

- Price
- $95,000
- Status
- Sold
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 17
- Property Type
- Duplex
- Beds/Baths
- 2/2
- Beds
- 2
- Baths
- 2
- Location
- Cotacachi, Cotacachi, Imbabura, Ecuador
- Location Type
- Mountain
- View Type
- Garden View, Mountain View
- Total Lot Size
- 95.00 m² (1,022.57 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 95.00 m² (1,022.57 sq ft)
This is a duplex-style home in a brand new 4-plex located in Cotacachi. Just a few minute walk from the mercado and Leather Street, this home is a great place to have your vacation home, investment property or retirement dream. With almost 900 square feet of living space, this is the perfect size and has a fabulous layout. You walk into the large open-concept living/ dining area both nicely appointed. There is a breakfast bar separating the kitchen from the dining space. The kitchen is complete with upper and lower cabinets, and a nice amount of counter space. To the left of the living room you come upon the first bedroom, which is a great size with closets and lots of natural light. Downstairs there is also a full bath with tucked-away laundry area. Headaing upstairs is the master bedroom with massive en-suite bath, as well as the amazing closet space. This home is being sold furnished for that totally turn-key experience. The common areas include an outdoor kitchen, bbq, seating area, and exercise room. Ask us about financing options available.
Great rental potential in this Cota Duplex!

- Price
- $190,000
- Status
- Sold
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 24
- Property Type
- Duplex
- Beds/Baths
- 4/4
- Beds
- 4
- Baths
- 4
- Location
- Cotacachi, Cotacachi, Imbabura, Ecuador
- Location Type
- Mountain
- View Type
- Garden View
- Total Lot Size
- 150.00 m² (1,614.58 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 180.00 m² (1,937.50 sq ft)
This is a great opportunity to own two brand new, totally turn-key homes inside a 4-plex located in Cotacachi. Just a few minute walk from the mercado and Leather Street, these homes are great places to have your vacation home, investment property or retirement dream. . The homes are both 2-stories and are about 900 square feet each. Downstairs there is a living/dining area, an open-concept kitchen, a bedroom and a full bathroom which houses a laundry area. Upstairs is an enormous master suite with en-suite full bath. . The common areas include an outdoor kitchen, bbq, seating area, and exercise room. . These homes are being sold furnished for that totally turn-key experience. . Ask us about financing options.
1 Bedroom Furnished Ground Floor Apartment Close to Downtown - Pedro Moncayo

- Price
- $300 / month
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Lease
- Images
- 11
- Property Type
- Apartment
- Beds/Baths
- 1/1
- Beds
- 1
- Baths
- 1
- Location
- Cotacachi, Cotacachi, Imbabura, Ecuador
- Location Type
- Urban
- View Type
- City View, Mountain View
- Total Lot Size
- 110.00 m² (1,184.03 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 60.00 m² (645.83 sq ft)
This 1 bedroom 1 bath ground floor apartment is a rare find. Large picture windows and sliding doors open into an extensive walled patio exterior space. The apartment is an easy 5 minute walk from 10 de Agosto. Close to all the amenities the apartment is still very quiet. The apartment is being rented furnished with all the necessities.
⛰Land for sale in Cotacachi - Great INVESTMENT Opportunity!

- Price
- $980,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Land Listing
- Images
- 15
- Property Type
- Home Construction Site
- Location
- Cotacachi, Cotacachi, Imbabura, Ecuador
- Location Type
- Urban
- View Type
- Greenbelt View
- Total Lot Size
- 2.35 ha (5.81 acre)
Beautiful 5.81-acre lot located within the urban area of Cotacachi, a charming city in the province of Imbabura. If you are looking to invest, this is a great area and location with great potential for commercial use. Ideal for a tourist project, plotting, or building a unique housing complex in the sector. It has all the basic services: water, electricity, sewage, and internet connections, inside the property there is a small and cozy country house that works as a vacation villa, it also has good access roads since it is located at the entrance of this beautiful city. Its imposing Volcano, the Cuicocha Lagoon, and the combination of natural, cultural, and, above all, artisanal elements, make Cotacachi a colorful destination that has made it one of the favorite cities for many foreigners who want to live in Ecuador. This is certainly a unique opportunity, so don't wait any longer and become the next investor in this paradise today!
Amazing Rustic Mountain Home with guest house.

- Price
- $120,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 15
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 3/3
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 3
- Location
- Otavalo, Otavalo, Imbabura, Ecuador
- Location Type
- Mountain
- View Type
- Garden View, Mountain View
- Total Lot Size
- 1,450.00 m² (15,607.61 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 300.00 m² (3,229.16 sq ft)
This is a must see property with a sprawling organic vegetable garden and orchard. Nestled at the base of the majestic Imbabura mountain and just 10 minutes to beautiful San Pablo lake. All of this to enjoy along with year round spring weather on the equator. There is a special opportunity here to develop the property into a commercial tourist establishment or even a bed and breakfast retreat. In the foyer entrance of the home a decorative ornate glass arch leads out to a commercial size eat in kitchen. A cleverly positioned side door opens upon the huge organic vegetable garden and orchard. The master bedroom includes an en suite full bathroom and walk in closet. Some special features include a guest house complete with a loft, kitchenette, and large full bathroom. A large outdoor covered patio with seating. Also an enclosed entertainment space perfect for a dance hall. Ample parking inside the property. From the boundary to the perimeters the entire property is enclosed with a wall providing both privacy and security. This quiet neighborhood is the perfect place to relax and enjoy the millón dollar Mountain View and then take walk or drive with family and guests to dine in at the spectacular on the lake restaurants.