Cabo Real / Las Ventanas · Tourist Corridor – San José side
Cabo San Lucas 103, Gardenias, San Jose Corridor
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,496 ft²
$515,000 USD
Community guide
Cabo Real
Twenty-eight hundred acres at the midpoint of the corridor, a Robert Trent Jones Jr. course still open to play, and one of the few protected swimmable coves between the two towns.
Active homes
10
Median price
$4,025,000 USD
Highest price
$10,250,000 USD
Founded
1993
Size
2,800 acres
Oceanfront
3+ miles ocean
Golf
18 holes
Beach
Swimmable cove
Security
Gated enclaves
Community story
The setting and its character
Cabo Real is the corridor's original resort master plan, occupying roughly 2,800 acres at Km 19.5: almost the exact geographic midpoint between Cabo San Lucas and San José del Cabo. Over the past three decades, the property has evolved through tenancy updates rather than wholesale private conversion.
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Developed by Promotora Cabo Real under Eduardo Sánchez Navarro, with its Robert Trent Jones Jr. championship golf course opening in 1993, Cabo Real established the early resort standard along the corridor. Over time, hotel operations transitioned to global luxury operators, including Zoëtry Casa del Mar, Paradisus, Hilton Grand Vacations, and the flagship Rosewood resort at Las Ventanas al Paraíso.
Unlike single-gate private club developments like Querencia or Diamante, Cabo Real operates on a decentralized model. Security gates, maintenance regimes, and reserve funds are managed independently by each residential enclave. This operational structure provides substantial pricing and carrying-cost advantages, keeping annual HOA expenses well below neighboring corridor master plans.
For buyers seeking prime oceanfront or golf-side property on a swimmable stretch of coast fifteen minutes from either town, Cabo Real delivers proven value. The CaboForSale team verifies individual enclave CC&Rs, MLS taxonomy distinctions, and regime financials for prospective buyers.
Distances & access
Where Cabo Real sits
Cabo Real is positioned at Km 19.5 of the Transpeninsular Highway along the San José Corridor. It provides direct highway access equidistant from both major towns in the municipality.
- San José del Cabo (Historic Centre) Approximately 15 minutes
- Cabo San Lucas (Marina & Downtown) Approximately 15 minutes
- Los Cabos International Airport (SJD) Approximately 25 minutes
- Cabo Real Golf Club Inside the community
- Protected Swimmable Cove Direct oceanfront access
Beaches, golf & wellness
Living at Cabo Real
Cabo Real features over 3 miles of Sea of Cortez ocean frontage. The primary highlight is a protected natural cove fronting the resort beachfront where conditions permit ocean swimming and paddleboarding. However, along the open, exposed stretches of coastline, strong currents and steep shorebreaks make swimming dangerous. Buyers should treat the protected cove as the primary swimming area and open beach areas as scenic walking stretches.
- Sub-community security gates, electronic access controls, and dedicated neighborhood patrols
- Direct footpaths and beach access to the protected Sea of Cortez swimming cove
- Enclave-specific clubhouses, swimming pools, tennis courts, and fitness centers (e.g. Casa del Mar amenities)
- Maintained interior residential roads and landscaping within individual subdivisions
- Daily-fee tee times and seasonal golf packages at Cabo Real Golf Club (Robert Trent Jones Jr. course)
- Day passes and dining privileges at on-site luxury hotels (Zoëtry, Paradisus, Hilton Grand Vacations, Las Ventanas al Paraíso)
- Tennis court bookings and private instruction at the Casa del Mar Tennis Club
- El Dorado Golf & Beach Club private championship course, beach club, and residential facilities (strictly exclusive to El Dorado members and homeowners)
- Las Ventanas al Paraíso private guest facilities, resort pools, and butler services (reserved for resort guests and Las Ventanas residence owners)
- Facilities of neighboring developments like Punta Ballena or Cabo Bello
Detailed amenity notes
Included with standard HOA
- Sub-community security gates, electronic access controls, and dedicated neighborhood patrols
- Direct footpaths and beach access to the protected Sea of Cortez swimming cove
- Enclave-specific clubhouses, swimming pools, tennis courts, and fitness centers (e.g. Casa del Mar amenities)
- Maintained interior residential roads and landscaping within individual subdivisions
Optional club memberships
- Daily-fee tee times and seasonal golf packages at Cabo Real Golf Club (Robert Trent Jones Jr. course)
- Day passes and dining privileges at on-site luxury hotels (Zoëtry, Paradisus, Hilton Grand Vacations, Las Ventanas al Paraíso)
- Tennis court bookings and private instruction at the Casa del Mar Tennis Club
Inside the gates and resort facilities
- El Dorado Golf & Beach Club private championship course, beach club, and residential facilities (strictly exclusive to El Dorado members and homeowners)
- Las Ventanas al Paraíso private guest facilities, resort pools, and butler services (reserved for resort guests and Las Ventanas residence owners)
- Facilities of neighboring developments like Punta Ballena or Cabo Bello
Real estate & market context
Homes & prices
| Home type |
|---|
| Condominiums The core of the residential market with 180 listings over five years. |
| Single-Family Homes Concentrated in hillside and golf-front enclaves such as Bugambilias and Las Villas. |
| Homesites Inland parcels in Bugambilias and Las Villas offering fairway and ocean views. |
| Branded Residences Las Ventanas al Paraíso Residences represent the sole branded whole-ownership offering. |
| Condominiums Active asking range of $688,000 to $10,250,000 (9 active listings). |
| Single-Family Homes Active asking price of $1,700,000 (1 active listing). |
| Homesites 0 active listings. |
Market notes & history
Residential real estate in Cabo Real offers a diverse mix of classic oceanfront condominiums, hillside custom residences, and ultra-luxury branded resort properties.
Residential Product Categories:
- Condominiums: The core of the residential market with 180 listings over five years. Typical units span 970 to 6,150 sq ft with a median near 1,775 sq ft (10th to 90th percentile: 967 to 6,145 sq ft, median 1,775 sq ft). Casa del Mar and Gardenias represent the primary mid-range oceanfront inventory, while Las Ventanas represents the peak luxury segment.
- Single-Family Homes: Concentrated in hillside and golf-front enclaves such as Bugambilias and Las Villas. Constructed areas span 3,350 to 17,200 sq ft with a median near 4,475 sq ft (10th to 90th percentile: 3,348 to 17,191 sq ft, median 4,476 sq ft).
- Homesites: Inland parcels in Bugambilias and Las Villas offering fairway and ocean views. 71 listings recorded in five years with transaction prices between $118,000 and $460,000.
- Branded Residences: Las Ventanas al Paraíso Residences represent the sole branded whole-ownership offering.
MLS Market Snapshot (Flexmls BCS MLS data as of 2 September 2026):
- Condominiums: Active asking range of $688,000 to $10,250,000 (9 active listings). Five-year closed sales range of $310,000 to $8,000,000 across 74 transactions (14 closings in the trailing 24 months, ranging from $350,000 to $8,000,000).
- Single-Family Homes: Active asking price of $1,700,000 (1 active listing). Five-year closed sales range of $900,000 to $15,750,000 across 6 transactions (1 closing in the trailing 24 months at $1,400,000).
- Homesites: 0 active listings. Five-year closed sales range of $118,000 to $460,000 across 7 transactions (2 closings in the trailing 24 months, ranging from $400,000 to $455,000).
Important MLS Taxonomy Note: MLS search queries frequently miscategorize distant communities (such as Cabo Bello, Santa Carmela, and Playa del Rey, situated 12 to 14 km away) under Cabo Real. All verified CaboForSale figures strictly filter out these disconnected developments.
Condominiums: The core of the residential market with 180 listings over five years. Typical units span 970 to 6,150 sq ft with a median near 1,775 sq ft (10th to 90th percentile: 967 to 6,145 sq ft, median 1,775 sq ft). Casa del Mar and Gardenias represent the primary mid-range oceanfront inventory, while Las Ventanas represents the peak luxury segment.
Single-Family Homes: Concentrated in hillside and golf-front enclaves such as Bugambilias and Las Villas. Constructed areas span 3,350 to 17,200 sq ft with a median near 4,475 sq ft (10th to 90th percentile: 3,348 to 17,191 sq ft, median 4,476 sq ft).
Homesites: Inland parcels in Bugambilias and Las Villas offering fairway and ocean views. 71 listings recorded in five years with transaction prices between $118,000 and $460,000.
Branded Residences: Las Ventanas al Paraíso Residences represent the sole branded whole-ownership offering.
Condominiums: Active asking range of $688,000 to $10,250,000 (9 active listings). Five-year closed sales range of $310,000 to $8,000,000 across 74 transactions (14 closings in the trailing 24 months, ranging from $350,000 to $8,000,000).
Single-Family Homes: Active asking price of $1,700,000 (1 active listing). Five-year closed sales range of $900,000 to $15,750,000 across 6 transactions (1 closing in the trailing 24 months at $1,400,000).
Homesites: 0 active listings. Five-year closed sales range of $118,000 to $460,000 across 7 transactions (2 closings in the trailing 24 months, ranging from $400,000 to $455,000).
HOA & memberships
Recurring costs and association dues
| Sub-HOA or regime | Annual dues | Notes & schedule |
|---|---|---|
| Las Ventanas | $24,000 - $61,750 | Mandatory (Spread tracks residence type) |
| Casa del Mar | $3,860 - $17,460 | Mandatory (Two separate phase regimes and unit sizes from studio to two-level penthouse) |
| Gardenias | $4,200 - $6,720 | Mandatory (Peso-billed listings reconcile into the same band at roughly 20 to the dollar) |
| Bugambilias | About $2,424 | Mandatory (Lowest documented dues here) |
| Las Villas | Not established | Verify |
Ownership guidelines & master dues notes
Because Cabo Real operates without a single overarching master association, HOA assessments are determined and billed independently by each sub-association:
| Neighborhood / Regime | Annual HOA Fee Range | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Las Ventanas | $24,000 - $61,750 | Mandatory (Spread tracks residence type) |
| Casa del Mar | $3,860 - $17,460 | Mandatory (Two separate phase regimes and unit sizes from studio to two-level penthouse) |
| Gardenias | $4,200 - $6,720 | Mandatory (Peso-billed listings reconcile into the same band at roughly 20 to the dollar) |
| Bugambilias | About $2,424 | Mandatory (Lowest documented dues here) |
| Las Villas | Not established | Verify |
Community fit
Who Cabo Real suits
A good fit for
- Corridor Value Investors Buyers looking for a central corridor location at Km 19.5 with swimmable cove access, golf proximity, and low HOA fees ($2,424 to $6,720 per year in Bugambilias or Gardenias).
- Oceanfront Condo Buyers Second-home buyers seeking classic Baja architecture, mature gardens, and immediate beachfront living at Casa del Mar without massive mandatory club initiation fees.
- Ultra-Luxury Branded Seekers Buyers seeking 5-star Rosewood hospitality, fine dining, and full-service property management at Las Ventanas al Paraíso.
- Flexible Daily-Fee Golfers Golfers who prefer an open-to-play championship layout without committing hundreds of thousands of dollars to private equity club memberships.
Less suited to
- Private Gated Master Enclave Purists Buyers who require a single master security gate controlling the entire 2,800 acres and strict unified CC&Rs.
- Buyers Expecting El Dorado Privileges Anyone believing that purchasing inside Cabo Real provides access to the private El Dorado Golf & Beach Club.
Detailed lifestyle context
Who Cabo Real Suits:
- Corridor Value Investors: Buyers looking for a central corridor location at Km 19.5 with swimmable cove access, golf proximity, and low HOA fees ($2,424 to $6,720 per year in Bugambilias or Gardenias).
- Oceanfront Condo Buyers: Second-home buyers seeking classic Baja architecture, mature gardens, and immediate beachfront living at Casa del Mar without massive mandatory club initiation fees.
- Ultra-Luxury Branded Seekers: Buyers seeking 5-star Rosewood hospitality, fine dining, and full-service property management at Las Ventanas al Paraíso.
- Flexible Daily-Fee Golfers: Golfers who prefer an open-to-play championship layout without committing hundreds of thousands of dollars to private equity club memberships.
Who Cabo Real Does Not Suit:
- Private Gated Master Enclave Purists: Buyers who require a single master security gate controlling the entire 2,800 acres and strict unified CC&Rs.
- Buyers Expecting El Dorado Privileges: Anyone believing that purchasing inside Cabo Real provides access to the private El Dorado Golf & Beach Club.
Live inventory
Homes for sale in Cabo Real
Cabo Real / Las Ventanas · Tourist Corridor – San José side
Km 19.5 Carr. Transpeninsular 6501, Las Ventanas, San Jose Corridor
3 bd · 3 ba · 3,599 ft²
$8,475,000 USD
Cabo Real / Las Ventanas · Tourist Corridor – San José side
Km 19.5 Carr. Transpeninsular 6502, Las Ventanas, San Jose Corridor
3 bd · 3 ba · 3,599 ft²
$10,250,000 USD
Enclaves & communities
Neighborhoods in Cabo Real
Additional enclaves
More neighborhoods in Cabo Real
Cabo Real
1 active listing
Bugambilias
Bugambilias features custom homesites and residences beside the Cabo Real golf course. Recorded assessments run about $2,424 annually across three independent listings.
Cabo Real
0 active listings
Gardenias
Gardenias is a gated condominium community on Cabo Real's inland side with golf and ocean views. Past five-year closed sales ranged from $395,000 to $799,000 across seven transactions.
Cabo Real
0 active listings
Las Villas
Las Villas holds custom lots and houses fronting Cabo Real's first fairway. Eight five-year listings produced two closed sales, including a homesite at $320,000.
Cabo Real
0 active listings
El Dorado Casitas
El Dorado Casitas are private club residences inside El Dorado Golf & Beach Club coded to Cabo Real in MLS history. Five-year records show one closed sale at $15.75 million.
Questions & answers
Frequently asked questions
Is the beach at Cabo Real safe for swimming?
Yes, in the protected cove fronting the resort beachfront where conditions permit ocean swimming and paddleboarding. Open beach areas outside the cove have strong currents and heavy shorebreaks, making them unsuitable for casual swimming.
Does owning property in Cabo Real include access to El Dorado Golf and Beach Club?
No. El Dorado Golf & Beach Club is a completely separate, private luxury community situated adjacent to Cabo Real. Physical proximity confers zero membership rights, golf access, or beach club privileges.
Is the Robert Trent Jones Jr. golf course open to the public?
Yes. Cabo Real Golf Club operates as a daily-fee resort course open to the public and area residents, with seasonal rates and multi-round packages available.
Why are HOA fees in Cabo Real lower than other corridor master plans?
Cabo Real does not charge a mandatory master association assessment. Each residential enclave manages its own budget independently, with annual dues ranging from about $2,424 in Bugambilias to $4,200 - $6,720 in Gardenias, $3,860 - $17,460 in Casa del Mar, and $24,000 - $61,750 for luxury residences at Las Ventanas.
Why do some MLS listings for Cabo Real appear in distant locations?
Historical MLS picklists grouped several developments (such as Cabo Bello and Santa Carmela, located 12 to 14 km away with 293 listings) under the Cabo Real identifier. Verified CaboForSale listings strictly filter out non-contiguous properties.
What are typical home and condo prices in Cabo Real?
As of 2 September 2026, condominiums have an active asking range of $688,000 to $10,250,000 (5-year closed range of $310,000 to $8,000,000 across 74 transactions), while single-family homes have an active asking price of $1,700,000 (5-year closed range of $900,000 to $15,750,000 across 6 transactions).
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