Buying a home in Habana Vieja (Old Havana), Havana

The median asking price in Habana Vieja (Old Havana) is $22,000 (189 listings; $467/m²), compared with $22,000 across Habana Vieja.

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The historic core of Havana; Old Havana and its fortifications were inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1982. Housing is mostly colonial and early-republican buildings, many divided into apartments, with large variation in condition.

Median asking price$22,000homes (excl. land)
Typical range (P25–P75)$13,000 – $42,600middle half of prices
Median price per m²$46775 with floor area
Listings analysed189active listings

Age on the source site: 19 of 189 listings (10%) were posted in the last 90 days, and the median listing has been up for 2.8 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 bedroom46$13,000
2 bedrooms60$20,000
3 bedrooms44$25,000
4+ bedrooms37$42,000

By property type

CategoryListingsMedian
Houses61$23,000
Apartments123$22,000

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

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a home cost in Habana Vieja?

The median asking price in Habana Vieja is $22,000, based on 189 active listings on Cuba Habitat (4 November 2026); half are listed between $13,000 and $42,600. Two-bedroom homes have a median of $20,000 and three-bedroom homes $25,000.

What is the price per square metre in Habana Vieja?

The median is $467/m², from 75 listings in Habana Vieja that state a floor area (4 November 2026).

Can foreigners buy property in Habana Vieja?

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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