Tulum & Playa Del Carmen Real Estate; Growth And Variety

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If you are planning on buying real estate on the Riviera Maya - the stretch of beautiful beachfront and thriving tourism centers stretching down from just south of Cancun about 80 miles to Tulum - you may wonder which is the better choice, Playa del Carmen real estate, which has established itself over the past couple of decades as the focal point of the area, growing at a rate that topped international statistic lists, or Tulum real estate, a green-focused community which has yet to experience its boom, but is showing a good deal of promise.

The plain, honest truth is, it all depends on what you are looking for. Playa del Carmen is a complete urban community, and real estate buyers there enjoy an ideal combination of many services, and a city that has retained its small-town atmosphere. Some of its most attractive features include:

Fifth Avenue - the heart of the area's tourism attractions

European atmosphere - mostly due to a large number of Italians (second only ...
... to Americans)

Two new malls

Walmart, Sam's and many similar stores

English movie theaters

Large Variety of real estate - condos, homes, land in all shapes, sizes and styles

Many communities and areas to choose from

Tulum, although it has been around as long as Playa del Carmen, has focused both its tourism and development on "green" ideas, giving it a stronger appeal to a more limited group of buyers. The recent creation of a separate municipality, and a some other major advancements have drawn a lot of investment attention. Some key features are:

Green-focus - sustainable hotels and development

New international airport in planning stages

Many land investment opportunities

Clearly developed urban growth plan

High-quality new developments

Only about 40 miles apart, both areas share the benefit of access to many of the features along the Riviera Maya, including:

8 Golf courses (2 PGA)

Thriving tourism

Eco-tourism (theme parks, extreme sports, tours, ocean sports, etc.)

Full service marinas

Cancun International Airport (offer many affordable flight options, developing as an international hub)

If you are buying real estate on the Riviera Maya, both Playa del Carmen and Tulum real estate offer many benefits; contact an experienced agent to further discuss the advantages of each.

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