The real price per m² in Panama, without the fluff.
529 verified buildings across 37 districts. Live asking prices from Panama's main listing portals, median $/m² by zone, and investor-grade guidance for foreign buyers — no portal inflation.
What brings you to Panama?
Four entry points tailored for foreign investors. Pick the closest to your situation and dive in.
Studios in Panama City
Low entry ticket, 6–8% rental ROI. Ideal for first-time investors and short-term rental operators.
View studiosInvestor Visa
Permanent residency through real estate from USD 300,000. Review current eligibility and requirements before investing.
Check eligibilityPreferential Mortgage Law
Government-subsidized rates for first homes up to USD 120,000. Reform under Law 468/2025 + Law 481/2025.
See the benefitMortgage for Foreigners
Panamanian banks finance foreign buyers at 60–70% LTV. Requirements, rates, and timeline.
Read the guidePremium zones at a glance
Prices per m² and annual rental ROI for the 9 premium zones in Panama City. Full zone pages are currently in Spanish — toggle ES in the navbar for deep dives.
| Zone | Price per m² | Annual ROI |
|---|---|---|
| Punta Pacífica | $2,200 – $3,500 | 6% – 8% |
| Costa del Este | $1,800 – $2,800 | 5% – 7% |
| Paitilla | $1,800 – $2,600 | 5% – 7% |
| Coco del Mar | $1,500 – $2,300 | 4.5% – 6.5% |
| Marbella | $1,400 – $2,200 | 4% – 6% |
| San Francisco | $1,600 – $2,400 | 4.5% – 6.5% |
| Obarrio | $1,500 – $2,200 | 5% – 7% |
| El Cangrejo | $1,100 – $1,800 | 3.5% – 5.5% |
| Bella Vista | $1,200 – $2,000 | 4% – 6% |
Why foreign buyers use PanamaProp
We are not a classifieds portal. We are a real estate intelligence platform built on consolidated public listing data for Panama City.
Honest data
Median asking prices computed from live public listings across Panama's main portals and MLS — sample size and date shown wherever we publish a market number.
Foreign-friendly
Foreigners can buy property in Panama with the same rights as citizens. No visa or residency required to purchase.
End-to-end guidance
From investor visa to preferential mortgage law, we cover the tools a foreign buyer actually needs.
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