Elain’s September Condo Value Report

Wymara Unit 1308/09 pool – Grace Bay condo prices, Turks and Caicos
Wymara – Unit 1308/09

Here’s a look at Grace Bay condo prices this month. As of September 18, there are 22 active established two-bedroom oceanfront condominium listings represented in this month’s MLS review.

The average asking price is approximately $1.81 million, with an average asking price of approximately $1,002 per square foot. The median asking price is approximately $1.795 million.

There continues to be a considerable range in Grace Bay condo prices—from approximately $660 per square foot to more than $1,600 per square foot—which illustrates why price per square foot, while a useful comparison, should never be considered in isolation.

Resort management, condition of the property, strata fees and financials, rental restrictions and performance, amenities, location and the overall ownership experience can all have a significant impact on value.

This month, rather than simply highlighting the least expensive properties, I have focused on several that I believe are particularly useful in illustrating where value can be found—and where buyers need to look beyond the initial numbers.

If you’d like to discuss how Grace Bay condo prices apply to your own search or property, I’m always happy to talk.

PropertyAsking Price$/Sq.Ft.Ownership ExperienceMy Perspective
The Sands 3115$1,050,000$660Established Grace Bay ResortExcellent Overall Value
West Bay Club 206$1,795,000$829Upscale Beachfront ResortStrong Overall Value
The Somerset 303$1,995,000$920Boutique, Low-Density ResortStrong Value
Wymara 1308/09$1,950,000$1,083High-End ResortWorth a Closer Look
The Palms 2401/02$2,550,000$1,1815-Star Full-Service ResortRenovated 5-Star Opportunity

The properties highlighted above are not simply those with the lowest price per square foot. They are properties that, in my opinion, deserve consideration for different reasons and for different types of buyers.

For those wishing to dig deeper, the accompanying spreadsheet contains the complete September MLS inventory of active two-bedroom condominiums, including asking price, square footage, price per square foot, MLS number and direct links to each listing.

West Bay Club Unit 206 living room with ocean view, Grace Bay Beach, Turks and Caicos
West Bay Club – Unit 206
The Sands at Grace Bay Unit 3115 living room with garden-view balcony, Turks and Caicos

At approximately $660 per square foot, Unit 3115 continues to be one of the strongest value propositions in the current two-bedroom oceanfront market.

What makes this listing particularly noteworthy to me is that the attractive price per square foot is supported by the resort itself.

The Sands has consistently maintained the property well and has an established rental program. For buyers looking for a combination of Grace Bay beachfront, sensible pricing, established management and rental appeal, I believe Unit 3115 deserves particular attention this month.

West Bay Club Unit 206 oceanfront balcony with dining and lounge seating, Grace Bay Beach, Turks and Caicos

At approximately $829 per square foot, Unit 206 continues to stand out as strong value.

West Bay Club benefits from experienced and well-established resort management—an important consideration that isn’t reflected in a simple price-per-square-foot calculation.

Combined with its generous residence size, excellent beachfront setting and established rental appeal, I continue to believe this is one of the stronger opportunities currently available.

The Somerset Unit 303 balcony with dining table, grill and ocean view, Grace Bay, Turks and Caicos

At approximately $920 per square foot, Unit 303 continues to deserve consideration for buyers who prefer a smaller, lower-density resort environment.

The Somerset is well maintained, with spacious residences, beautifully landscaped grounds and a notably loyal ownership base. Several owners have been with the resort since its early years and continue to enjoy the ownership experience.

Its boutique scale and relaxed beachfront atmosphere offer something quite different from the island’s larger resort developments.

For buyers who value space, lower density and a more intimate resort environment, I believe The Somerset remains worthy of a closer look.

Wymara Unit 1308/09 modern kitchen and dining area with ocean view, Grace Bay, Turks and Caicos

At approximately $1,083 per square foot, this Wymara residence may catch a buyer’s attention, particularly given the resort’s positioning within the upper end of the Turks & Caicos market.

As with any resort residence, however, the price per square foot is only part of the picture. Wymara has specific rental and ownership parameters that buyers should understand, together with the associated strata costs and services provided by the resort.

For the right purchaser, the combination of Wymara’s resort experience, location and amenities may be very appealing. The important consideration is understanding how the ownership structure fits with the buyer’s intended use of the property.

The Palms Unit 2401/02 renovated living room with ocean view, Grace Bay, Turks and Caicos

For buyers looking for a 5-star, full-service resort experience, Unit 2401/02 at The Palms remains particularly well positioned in the current market.

The residence recently completed an extensive renovation and presents beautifully, offering a turnkey opportunity without the additional cost and inconvenience of updating an older residence.

At approximately $1,181 per square foot, it is more expensive than some of the properties highlighted this month, but the comparison isn’t like-for-like. The buyer is getting a newly renovated residence within an established 5-star resort, together with the services and amenities associated with that ownership experience.

I continue to believe it represents a well-priced opportunity within the 5-star resort category.

The Sands – Unit 3115

This month’s listings provide a particularly good illustration of why I don’t believe buyers should simply sort the MLS by price per square foot. At The Sands, approximately $660 per square foot is supported by a property that has been consistently maintained and has an established rental program.

At Wymara, approximately $1,083 per square foot needs to be considered alongside the resort’s particular ownership and rental structure and the services provided.

And at The Palms, approximately $1,181 per square foot buys a newly renovated residence within an established 5-star, full-service resort.

Each could represent value—but for very different buyers.

Price per square foot also can’t tell you what may be happening immediately around an individual residence. Future construction, changes in views, location within a resort and other property-specific considerations can materially affect the ownership experience. These are all factors I consider before recommending that a buyer take a closer look at a particular residence.

The Sands at Grace Bay Unit 3115 open-plan living room and kitchen, Turks and Caicos

Excellent Overall Value
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The Sands 3115

Wymara Unit 1308/09 living room with oceanfront balcony view, Grace Bay, Turks and Caicos

Worth a Closer Look
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Wymara 1308/09

The Palms Unit 2401/02 renovated bedroom with balcony and garden view, Grace Bay, Turks and Caicos

Renovated 5-Star Opportunity
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The Palms 2401/02