Questions and Answers for Saint Barthelemy
Does purchasing a property in Saint Barthelemy entitle one to a residence permit or citizenship?
Foreigners can find any type of property for sale in St Barts, from studios to commercial premises, but such a purchase does not provide grounds for a residence permit or French citizenship. There is no official program for obtaining residency or citizenship status for investing in real estate on the island.
Where do people most often want to buy real estate in Saint Barthelemy?
In the capital, Gustavia, and the Lurines area near it, in the areas of Colombier, Flamands, Saint-Jean, the beaches of Chelles and Lorient, and on the east coast, where the wealthy live. The least popular is the inland area of Morne-de-Vite.
How much do residential properties cost on average?
Prices for real estate in Saint Barthelemy are quite high: the cheapest studio of 24 square meters will cost at least 900 thousand US dollars. The average price for homes for sale in St Barts is 9,054,000 US dollars, although there are also exclusive properties costing 52 million dollars.
