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Vista Marina
Torre Vista Marina, Av. Vasco Nuñez de Balboa
Avenida Balboa4.5 · 2 reviews
Updated Nov 1, 2026View on the map
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- $1,500
- rent/month, building
- $2,124
- per m², building
- 4.5
- 2 Google reviews
- 9 min
- walk to Iglesia del Carmen
Building data and Google reviews; asking prices on listing portals for Avenida Balboa, as of Nov 1, 2026. Sources and method
About Vista Marina
Torre Vista Marina on Avenida Balboa with low public exposure and limited data.
Vista Marina | Avenida Balboa is a residential tower on Avenida Vasco Nunez de Balboa with a discreet profile and low public documentation. The 4.5 out of 5 rating on Google Maps comes from a very low review volume (2 verified), so any characterization of the product and the management requires validation through an in-person visit and direct conversation with the building administration.
The geographic location of the project positions it inside the Balboa corridor, with access to the Cinta Costera, the city center, and the financial district axis. For a more solid evaluation of the building, it is advisable to complement with a direct visit, consultation with management, and an in-person review of the state of common areas, fee level, and available units. The public data is not sufficient to issue a detailed characterization at this time, and buyers should not rely exclusively on the aggregate rating given the sample size.
Availability at Vista Marina
Rent
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Market data
$262K
Average sale price
20 comparables
$1,658/mo
Average rent
12 comparables
$2,124/m²
Median $/m²
20 units
73 days
Days on market
32 active listings
Stats aggregated from active public-portal listings. Minimum 3 comparables per bucket required to publish an average (noise filter).
Asking prices describe published listings. A zone reference covers a wider area and is not a closing price for this building. Compare sale and rental data separately, checking each sample and date.
What's nearby
141 places within a 10-minute walk. The nearest metro station, Iglesia del Carmen, is 9 minutes away on foot.
For park, Parque de perro is a 3-minute walk from Vista Marina, with 9 within 500 meters. Vista Marina has 9 gyms within 500 meters; the closest, Gimnasio Carbono, is a 3-minute walk. Estación Iglesia del Carmen is the nearest Metro station to Vista Marina: a 9-minute walk, against a Avenida Balboa median of 4.5 minutes. Jaramillo y compañia is the nearest mall to Vista Marina: a 5-minute walk, against a Avenida Balboa median of 4 minutes.
- Nearby gymsGimnasio Carbono3 min walk
- EducationAcademia de Control Gubernamental2 min walk
- HealthcareTHE FUNCTIONAL FAMILY5 min walk
- ShoppingJaramillo y compañia5 min walk
- ParksParque de perro3 min walk
- RestaurantsMichael's Restaurant2 min walk
- TransitEstación Iglesia del Carmen9 min walk
- Specialty cafesAMARA coffee & flowers4 min walk
- CoworkingTosto Coffee Cl. Uruguay4 min walk
See the 3 closest places in each category
Nearby gyms
- Gimnasio Carbono5.0 (15)3 min165m
- The Carbon Structure Studio3 min170m
- Casa da Capoeira Panamá4.4 (9)5 min328m
Education
- Academia de Control Gubernamental5.0 (2)2 min158m
- Maruca Maris3 min162m
- CAIPI DE LA CONTRALORIA5.0 (1)4 min258m
Healthcare
- THE FUNCTIONAL FAMILY5.0 (16)5 min358m
- Instituto De Ginecología Panama3.1 (14)6 min426m
- Hospitalia, S A3.5 (6)7 min538m
Shopping
- Jaramillo y compañia4.5 (16)5 min372m
- galeria 505.0 (7)5 min378m
- Park Plaza Mall4.2 (91)6 min411m
Parks
- Parque de perro3 min169m
- Parque Urracá4.5 (6904)3 min180m
- Plaza Urbana5.0 (1)3 min194m
Restaurants
- Michael's Restaurant4.7 (658)2 min100m
- Mio y tuyo4.5 (306)2 min103m
- The Shire4.6 (68)2 min105m
Transit
- Estación Iglesia del Carmen4.6 (252)9 min716m
Specialty cafes
- AMARA coffee & flowers4.9 (315)4 min313m
- Alt.café5.0 (4)5 min331m
- Starbucks4.8 (6)5 min349m
Coworking
- Tosto Coffee Cl. Uruguay4.4 (399)4 min290m
- Infoconexus4.2 (177)5 min334m
- Regus - Banistmo Tower4.1 (18)5 min394m
Living at Vista Marina
Resident profile
Is Vista Marina right for you?
Recommended for
- Buyers willing to validate the product through an in-person visit.
- Those who value residential towers with low public exposure.
- Professionals seeking less saturated options inside the Balboa corridor.
Keep in mind if
- Buyers who base their decision exclusively on public data — the volume is insufficient.
- Those who require detailed benchmarking versus comparable towers without direct contact with management.
Review summary
What residents and visitors highlight
Analysis of 2 verified Google Maps reviews.
Google Reviews
4.5(2)
Prabhunath Yadav Panama
Aprendimos todo, pero nunca aprendimos inteligencia. Aprendimos todo, pero nunca aprendimos inteligencia. Es cierto, gente del mundo, que somos ingenuos. El mundo explicó tanto. Quién es nuestro, quién es un extraño. Sin embargo, ocultando el dolor en nuestros corazones, los entretuvimos. Es nuestra terquedad morir solos. Es nuestra terquedad morir solos. Es cierto, gente del mundo, que somos ingenuos. Vimos el jardín de nuestros corazones ser destruido. Vimos el color del amor desvanecerse. Vimos a todo ser vivo morir por riqueza. Aquellos que mueren por el corazón morirán como mendigos. Aquellos que mueren por el corazón morirán como mendigos. Es cierto, gente del mundo.
Daniel Esteban Sarmiento Acosta (sarmientodanielph)
PanamaProp analysis
Investment thesis
Read the full analysis (in Spanish)
Análisis de inversión
Vista Marina ofrece un rango de precios estrecho entre USD 185,000 y USD 245,000 sobre Avenida Vasco Núñez de Balboa. Una unidad de entrada en USD 185,000 con alquiler de mercado de USD 1,100-USD 1,500 mensuales rinde aproximadamente 0.6%-0.8% bruto mensual, equivalente a 7.1%-9.7% anual antes de gastos. Una unidad de techo (USD 245,000) operaría en rangos de USD 1,400-USD 1,800, con rendimientos brutos similares.
Frente al benchmark de bonos panameños (3%-4% anual), el spread teórico de 300-570 puntos básicos antes de PEI es atractivo en líneas con vista y orientación adecuada. La calificación de 4.5 sobre 5 proviene únicamente de 2 reseñas verificadas, muestra insuficiente para validar gestión a largo plazo.
La pertenencia al corredor Balboa con acceso directo a la Cinta Costera respalda demanda de alquiler de profesionales jóvenes y expatriados de medio plazo. La ausencia de datos públicos sobre pisos, unidades, año de construcción y amenidades convierte la due diligence presencial en factor crítico. Solicitar ficha técnica completa antes de cerrar tesis.
Ideal resident profile
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Perfil ideal del residente
Vista Marina calza con profesionales jóvenes, parejas sin hijos e inversionistas de primer ingreso al mercado de Avenida Balboa que valoren ticket de entrada moderado en zona premium. La proximidad a la Cinta Costera permite rutina de ejercicio al aire libre, atributo distintivo del corredor.
El acceso al centro financiero, al eje gastronómico de Marbella y a la conectividad vehicular hacia Punta Pacífica y Costa del Este conforma el atractivo principal de la ubicación. Para perfiles que prioricen ubicación premium sobre amenidades resort, el edificio puede ser opción funcional.
No calza con compradores que requieran paquete de amenidades documentado y verificable previamente: la ausencia de información estructural pública obliga a evaluar todo en visita presencial. Tampoco es óptimo para quien busque comunidad consolidada con masa crítica de servicios premium, dado el perfil de baja exposición pública del edificio. La validación in situ es condición necesaria antes de avanzar a oferta.
Compared with similar buildings
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Contexto dentro del corredor Avenida Balboa
Dentro del corredor Avenida Balboa, Vista Marina se posiciona en el tramo bajo del espectro de precios, lo que sugiere unidades de menor metraje o producto sin amenidades comparables a torres premium del mismo eje. El corredor concentra edificios con vista al mar, frente directo a Cinta Costera y conectividad rápida hacia Marbella, Bella Vista y el centro financiero.
Frente a torres del segmento alto del corredor (USD 500,000+) con piscina infinity, concierge y vistas panorámicas, Vista Marina compite por accesibilidad de ticket y ubicación geográfica. Frente a edificios fuera del corredor en zonas como El Cangrejo o Bella Vista interior, conserva la ventaja de proximidad a la Cinta Costera.
La muy baja documentación pública (2 reseñas, sin datos estructurales) limita comparación robusta. Solicitar a administración o corredor responsable detalles de pisos, año, unidades, amenidades, PEI mensual y reglas de inquilinato para construir comparable sólido contra alternativas del corredor.
Risks to consider
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Riesgos a considerar
La iliquidez sigue siendo factor estructural del mercado panameño, con tiempos típicos de 6 a 18 meses para cerrar venta a precio objetivo. La baja exposición pública del edificio puede ampliar este plazo, dado que compradores institucionales y corredores con bases amplias pueden no tenerlo priorizado.
La ausencia de datos públicos sobre año de construcción es bandera para due diligence presencial: edificios antiguos del corredor pueden presentar fachadas oxidadas, ascensores en ventana de reemplazo y plantas hidráulicas comprometidas. Solicitar inspección técnica antes de oferta firme.
La muestra de 2 reseñas verificadas no permite inferir patrones de administración ni calidad de convivencia. Solicitar visita a horarios diversos (mañana, tarde y noche) y consultar a vecinos directos sobre gestión, ruido y mantenimiento. Verificar reglas del reglamento interno respecto a alquileres de corto plazo si la tesis incluye renta turística.
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How it compares
Other recommended options
Vista Marina has low public exposure. It is advisable to compare it with better-documented towers before deciding.
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Costanera
A nearby tower with a higher rating (4.9) and better public documentation. A modern residential profile.
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White
A corridor tower with the Betesh & Virzi seal and reviews sufficient to evaluate the product before visiting.
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A tower with a high review volume and a consolidated community. For those who prioritize robust public information.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does an apartment in Vista Marina cost?
According to PanamaProp's catalog, the median sale price in Vista Marina is $245,000 (~$2,124/m²), based on 20 listed units as of Sep 26, 2026. These are active-inventory market figures, not an appraisal; contact us for a formal valuation.
Where is Vista Marina located?
Vista Marina is in Avenida Balboa, Panama City. The map at the top of this page shows its location.
Are there apartments for sale at Vista Marina?
Yes. This page shows sale listings published on portals for Vista Marina. Ask the PanamaProp team about availability before visiting.
Are rentals available at Vista Marina?
Yes. The "Rent" tab shows listings published on portals, with monthly prices in USD. Ask the PanamaProp team about availability.
How do I ask about availability at Vista Marina?
Use the "Ask our team about availability" button: it opens Alma with Vista Marina already selected. You can also request an alert when a unit is listed or write to info@panamaprop.com.
How do you get to the Metro from Vista Marina?
The Iglesia del Carmen Metro station is a 9-minute walk from Vista Marina.
Which schools are near Vista Marina?
Within walking distance of Vista Marina: CAIPI DE LA CONTRALORIA (4 min).
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Sources and method
Building data; reviews and places from Google Maps; asking prices on listing portals; map © OpenFreeMap and © OpenStreetMap. Updated .
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