Purchasing land at the beach requires finding land at or near the beach that has not been developed with a house. Finding land that is actually on the ocean or waterway is challenging, and can be prohibitively expensive. Land just off the ocean or waterway tends to be more available, and requires less investment. Either way, there must be value in the property for it to be a good investment. Look at the following points to help you figure out if it will have value.
1. Why is the land for sale?
2. Figure out if the area has utilities available for a home.
3. Are development projects forecasted or expected in the area?
First, you need to figure out why the land is for sale. There are many reasons why land goes up for sale, from honest to dishonest reasons. Zoning restrictions can cause issues with building a house, and you will need to be aware of these restrictions when evaluating a property for purchase. Land might also go on sale because of hidden problems with the land itself, such as ground too soft to lay foundation in. Make sure you know the land and about the property before you buy.
Second, figure out if the area has utilities available for a home. Houses need utilities, like electricity, water, and sewage. Some areas, especially if reasonably remote, might not have all utilities available. Septic systems allow you to not need a sewer access, but there will probably be restrictions for their use in land near a beach. Keep in mind that if the area nearby is being developed, then there might be a chance for the utilities to become available. This situation could give you a chance to purchase the land for a low price, and have the value rise substantially when a house is built and utilities become available.
Lastly, make an evaluation of the area and what potential residential development and commercial development project might take place. Development projects can both benefit and detract from the value of a house. If you happen to find a perfect piece of land, for instance with a clear view of the ocean, an open area capable of putting a house on, and forest surrounding the house on all other sides, then development projects are not as negative. If you don’t have those, and the development would make your land feel crowded, then it would be a detraction. The main idea is to think long term about your investment.
Beach property investments are a great way to supplement your income. Beach houses provide a nice stream of rental income. If you are interested in learning more about beach property investing, look at Jeremy Szechenyi’s Blog, hubpages.com/hub/Beach-Investment-Property, for more info.
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