Buying real estate abroad is a great opportunity to protect your money, get stable passive income and additional profit. Find out which places in the world, according to experts, will be the best for buying real estate in 2025

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After the pandemic, key global tourist destinations have seen a surge in digital nomads, young families and other categories of expats. With the increase in the number of people, demand for real estate has also increased. That is why now is the best time to discover hidden gems and look for new directions for real estate investment.

Given such trends, International Living experts have begun to look for the best places to buy real estate. And they can already say that 2025 is the era of buying real estate in the following cities.

1st place – Caminha, Portugal

The small town of Caminha in the far north of Portugal leads the 2025 ranking. This area is little known to the tens of millions of tourists who flock to Portugal every year. However, Caminha, along with other cities in the region north of Porto, has enormous potential.

The town has existed since Roman times, so as you stroll through its cobblestone streets and alleys, you will see numerous reminders of the city’s history: from the 15th-century Igreja Matriz de Caminha church to the 13th-century Torre do Relogio clock tower that stands above the main square.

However, despite this, Caminha is a modern and elite city in Portugal, home to numerous art galleries, boutique hotels, fine restaurants and wine bars. In addition, the nature here is fantastic - the river, lagoon, Atlantic beaches and lush hills are surprising and impressive.

Caminha has a lot to offer, but like other cities in the far north of Portugal, it remains undervalued. Property prices here are now like in the Algarve 30 years ago or on the coast between Lisbon and Porto 20 years ago. A house with an area of ​​about 465 square meters costs about 410,000 euros. In addition to Caminha, investors can also pay attention to other cities in the north that have amazing potential, such as the coastal city of Viana do Castelo and the river town of Ponte de Lima.

2nd place - Cap Cana, Dominican Republic

In second place in the index is the huge community of Cap Cana on the Caribbean coast. Billions of dollars have been spent on the construction of this extremely luxurious community, and the same amount is planned to be invested. It is a real city-state, towering on the shores of the Caribbean Sea, but many people do not even suspect it.

After the Mexican Riviera, the Dominican Republic receives the most tourists in the Caribbean region and breaks all tourism records. And its infrastructure would be the envy of the best resorts in the USA and Europe. It’s home to 5-star resorts, the largest inland marina in the Caribbean, world-class golf, incredibly fine dining, state-of-the-art equestrian facilities, the region’s largest water park, and its amphitheater was inaugurated by Elton John. It also has a university campus, conference centers, a fire department, medical and veterinary clinics, high-speed Internet, and over 100 km of paved roads.

Cap Cana is a new city growing up in the Caribbean. But if you act fast, you can still get a great property here.

3rd place – Los Cabos, Mexico

Located at the foot of the Baja California Peninsula, Los Cabos is one of the most popular and desirable places in the world.

You’ll be greeted by natural beauty, with deserts and mountains that dramatically meet the sea. Along the coast are luxury resorts and residential neighborhoods, world-class golf courses, glittering marinas, upscale shopping malls, and fine dining.

Cabo has seen a massive influx of people since the pandemic. Last year, it welcomed a record 3.86 million air passengers. This year, it is on track to surpass that number. Importantly, many of those who come stay longer.

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4th place – Guanacaste, Costa Rica

Long before Costa Rica’s tourism boom, the sunny northwestern province of Guanacaste was an agricultural region, but a savvy group of developers saw the appeal of this endless summer destination and poured hundreds of millions of dollars into building hotels and resorts.

Today, it is truly one of the most up-and-coming high-end havens in the world. It is home to 5-star resorts such as the Four Seasons, the Westin at Reserva Conchal, the JW Marriott at Hacienda Pinilla, and Secrets Papagayo. Spending a night at these resorts can cost thousands of dollars.

The region is booming, and buying the right home here is a good investment.

5th Place – Playa del Carmen, Mexico

For decades, the Caribbean coastal town of Playa del Carmen was a small, rural town; today, it’s a place where you can grab an espresso and croissant in a coworking space in the morning or enjoy a fresh seafood lunch on the beach.

The Riviera Maya in general and Playa del Carmen in particular are two of the most popular destinations for travelers from the United States. Playa is also a favorite destination for Canadians and Europeans, not to mention Latin Americans and Mexicans from other parts of the country. It consistently attracts a diverse group of people, from vacationing families and couples of all ages to groups of friends, expats, and remote workers.

Vacation rentals are in demand almost year-round. Find the right property at the right price in Playa and you’ll reap huge profits.

Also making the top 10 places to buy real estate in 2025 are the coastal city of La Paz, the 50-mile stretch of Panama’s coastline known as the Pacific Riviera, home to new luxury communities, the hill towns of Sicily and Sardinia, which are being revived by smart local government policies, but here you can still buy a historic home for less than the cost of a new car, and the stunning Bay of Kotor in Montenegro, where billionaires park their mega-yachts.

Each of these destinations is currently experiencing its heyday and is ready for a huge transformation and meeting new investors. So choose the direction that is closest to your heart and invest profitably.

Let’s remind you! Real estate in Europe is one of the most reliable investments, especially against the backdrop of a volatile economy. In the countries with the lowest housing prices, demand exceeds supply. We have already told you which European countries offer the best value for money when it comes to buying real estate.

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