Top 3 Beachfront Condos for Sale in San Jose del Cabo (2026 Guide)
The top san jose del cabo beachfront condos currently for sale or pre-sale are Emma Residences (ultra-luxury, 3–4 BR, from $3.4M USD), Tortuga Bay Phase II (resort-style, 2–3 BR, from $850K USD), Albaluz (boutique, 2–3 BR, from $871K USD), and Viceroy Residences (branded luxury). All sit directly on the Hotel Zone beachfront with oceanfront amenities, 24/7 security, and strong investment fundamentals — backed by $711.8M in SJD sales volume in 2025.
Emma Residences — Ultra-Luxury Beachfront Condos, San José del Cabo
Emma Residences is consistently one of the most exclusive beachfront addresses to come to market in San José del Cabo in years. Sixteen ultra-luxury residences, each 3,800–4,000 sq ft, with 3+3 bath or 4+5 bath configurations, family room, and optional den/office. Amenities: rooftop, pool, gym, game room, spa. Interior walls complete — private showings available now. Price range: $3.4M–$4.2M USD.
Tortuga Bay Phase II — Resort Beachfront Condos, SJD Hotel Zone
Tortuga Bay Phase II adds 86 condos to one of San José del Cabo's most coveted beachfront enclaves. Two and three-bedroom layouts, 1,500–2,500 sq ft. Amenities: two resort pools, gym, two pickleball courts, dog park, private beach club. Walking distance to the historic Art District, estuary, restaurants, and grocery. The final chance to buy directly on this stretch of Hotel Zone beach. Now taking reservations. Price range: $850,000–$950,000 USD.
Albaluz — Boutique Beachfront Condos, San José del Cabo
Albaluz brings a boutique-hotel sensibility to beachfront ownership in SJD: 33 residences, 2–3 bedrooms, 2.5–3.5 baths, 1,300–2,300 sq ft. Amenities: pool, gym, spa, beach club, onsite restaurant, and bar. Limited inventory historically signals stronger appreciation — and at 33 units, Albaluz is the most exclusive of the active projects by unit count. Price range: $871,000–$1.52M USD.
Viceroy Residences — Branded Luxury Beachfront, San José del Cabo
Viceroy Residences introduces hotel-branded ownership to the SJD beachfront — a category that commands a global resale premium and maintains strong liquidity among international buyers. Viceroy's flag brings with it hotel-managed rental programs, concierge services, and a recognized brand that travels well with U.S. and Canadian buyers. Contact Tomás for current availability and pricing.
Why San José del Cabo Beachfront Holds Its Value
Beachfront land in the SJD Hotel Zone is constitutionally restricted from future private development — what exists today is what will ever exist. Combined with 3.8M annual visitors to Los Cabos (FITURCA 2025), the highest hotel ADR in Mexico at $440 USD/night (Grupo VEQ), and $711.8M in SJD sales volume in 2025, the demand case for beachfront condos in San José del Cabo is among the strongest in Latin America.
Frequently Asked Questions
New construction beachfront condos in SJD currently range from $850,000 USD (Tortuga Bay Phase II, 2BR) to $4.2M+ USD (Emma Residences, 4BR ultra-luxury). Albaluz spans $871K–$1.52M and Viceroy Residences pricing is available on request.
Yes. Foreign buyers purchase through a bank trust (fideicomiso) issued by a Mexican bank, granting full ownership rights for 50-year renewable terms. All four active projects are structured for foreign ownership. Baja Smart works with trusted notarios to guide the full process.
SJD recorded $711.8M in real estate sales in 2025 (BHHS Baja), up 12% year-over-year. Beachfront land in the Hotel Zone cannot be reproduced by law, and all four active projects are in presale or construction phase — which historically represents the lowest entry price point before delivery appreciation.
Tortuga Bay Phase II and Albaluz offer the strongest short-term rental profiles given their price point, resort amenities, and Hotel Zone location. Emma Residences and Viceroy attract a longer-hold luxury buyer. Los Cabos hotel ADR reached $440 USD/night in 2025 — the highest in Mexico — making the short-term rental case compelling across all four projects.
SJD offers a quieter, more curated beachfront lifestyle — walkable art galleries, fine dining, and the estuary nature reserve — without the marina nightlife intensity of Cabo San Lucas. The SJD Hotel Zone beach is swimmable year-round. It is the preferred choice for second-home buyers and retirees seeking culture alongside the ocean.
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Subscribe to Our NewsletterBHHS Baja — Los Cabos Market Report 2025 (bhhsbaja.com). FITURCA — Los Cabos Tourism Statistics 2025 (visitloscabos.travel). Grupo VEQ — Los Cabos Investment Analysis 2025 (grupoveq.com). MLS Baja California Sur (mlsbcs.com.mx). JamesEdition — Los Cabos Listings (jamesedition.com). Baja Properties — Tortuga Bay (bajaproperties.com). Pricing ranges are approximate and subject to change.
This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, or tax advice. Market data sourced from MLS Baja California Sur and industry research current as of June 2026. Contact a licensed real estate advisor for current availability and pricing.
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