Buying a home in Centro Habana, Havana

The median asking price in Centro Habana is $20,000 (408 listings; $324/m²), compared with $20,000 across Centro Habana.

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A dense 19th- and early-20th-century district between Old Havana and Vedado, bordered by the Malecón, and including barrios such as Cayo Hueso. Mostly apartments in older multi-storey buildings.

Median asking price$20,000homes (excl. land)
Typical range (P25–P75)$12,000 – $35,000middle half of prices
Median price per m²$324123 with floor area
Listings analysed408active listings

Age on the source site: 69 of 408 listings (17%) were posted in the last 90 days, and the median listing has been up for 2.7 years. An old listing can mean a flexible seller or one that was never updated, so always confirm it is still available.

Median price by bedrooms and type

By bedrooms

CategoryListingsMedian
1 bedroom70$11,000
2 bedrooms151$17,000
3 bedrooms107$20,000
4+ bedrooms79$40,000

By property type

CategoryListingsMedian
Houses141$25,000
Apartments259$17,000

Includes active listings that mention “Centro Habana” in the title. Asking prices, not closing prices. Methodology

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a home cost in Centro Habana?

The median asking price in Centro Habana is $20,000, based on 408 active listings on Cuba Habitat (4 November 2026); half are listed between $12,000 and $35,000. Two-bedroom homes have a median of $17,000 and three-bedroom homes $20,000.

What is the price per square metre in Centro Habana?

The median is $324/m², from 123 listings in Centro Habana that state a floor area (4 November 2026).

Can foreigners buy property in Centro Habana?

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 in the province where the home is. 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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