Buying a home in Bayamo, Cuba

As of November 2026, the median asking price in Bayamo is $14,000, based on 27 active listings, 38% below the Cuba-wide median ($22,700). Small sample: treat as indicative.

Last updated: 4 November 2026 · Data & methodology

About Bayamo

Capital of Granma province in eastern Cuba and one of the earliest Spanish towns on the island (founded in 1513). Mostly low-rise houses.

Age on the source site: 21 of 27 listings (78%) were posted in the last 90 days, and the median listing has been up for 1 months. An old listing can mean a flexible seller or one that was never updated, so always confirm it is still available.

Before you buy in Bayamo

• Visit the home or send someone you trust: check water (cistern and tank), power, roof and structure.
• Ask for the title deed and a current Property Registry certificate; Law 187 requires the home to be registered before it is sold (art. 90.2).
• Payment must go through a bank, not cash (art. 90.1). Never pay deposits up front.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a home cost in Bayamo?

The median asking price in Bayamo is $14,000, based on 27 active listings on Cuba Habitat (4 November 2026); half are listed between $7,200 and $20,000.

What is the price per square metre in Bayamo?

Only 2 listings in Bayamo state a floor area, too few for a reliable figure. The median for Cuba is $287/m².

Can foreigners buy property in Bayamo?

Yes. Since 21 October 2026, article 89.1 of Law 187 of 2026 allows sales between Cuban or foreign persons anywhere in Cuba, signed before a notary; according to Cuba's Ministry of Construction (3 Nov 2026), non-resident foreigners sign before the notaries of the Ministry of Justice's Consultorías Jurídicas y Bufetes Internacionales, on the same terms as Cubans. Persons subject to U.S. jurisdiction generally need OFAC authorisation. See the buyer guide.

How is a home in Cuba paid for?

Through a bank. Article 90.1 of Law 187 of 2026 requires the price to be paid by non-cash means (bank transfer or another banking instrument), whatever the amount, and the sale is signed before a notary. Never send deposits up front.

How do I verify a seller?

Ask for the title deed and a current Property Registry certificate: article 90.2 of Law 187 of 2026 requires the home to be registered, with taxes paid and no debts on the price. Check that the seller's name matches the title and that every co-owner signs. Full checklist.

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