Hey @Anthony Santos
Originally from Upland, California. I moved out here almost 7 years ago and have lived (rented) a significant amount of time in all areas except for the center (Utuado, Ciales, Jayuya, etc.) of the island.
Is Coamo a random choice or is it influenced by a specific $ opportunity?
I ask because there is a very long list of attractive communities that would rank higher than the Coamo (south) area. Things like accessibility, entertainment, lifestyle, surrounding road/property conditions make the southern part of the island low on my list. I lived in Ponce for a year across from the Catholic University on the 15th floor in a decent condo/apt. Although the nightlife and culture (museums/food/music) was a great and calming change from the busy metro area, I felt isolated. Everything in the south is [retty much bunched in a small area which is ponce. So far I have decided to stay and begin to invest in the Northern area of the island. I say northern because that is what is considered everything from Mayaguez to Barceloneta and as close to the Carretera numero dos Carr2 as possible. The beaches are great and there is a strong ex-pat presence.
It is just my personal opinion but I believe you should look into the area Norte. Quebradillas is a great example. I live in a neighboring municipality named Camuy.
Another great tip is to stay as close to the intersection of the main highway number 2 and the freeway 22 but without actually living in Arecibo. I don't mean live minutes near it but just keep in mind this is the key to accessing the San Juan area about 1.5 hours away. I consider Arecibo a place with higher crime and drug use and definitely not as much of an ex-pat presence when compared to cities 45 minutes west or less. Some other great examples are Aguadilla, Camuy, and ISABELA. be sure to check out Isabela and anything nearby.
Cheers,
Justin
