Market Intelligence · Jan–May 2026

Cancún Market Data

Price per m², rental yields, occupancy and appreciation by zone — compiled from transactions, listings and rental platforms January through May 2026.

$4,044/m²
Avg. Market Price
All zones · May 2026
12.4%
Avg. Rental Yield
Gross annual · STR
+14.7%
Market Growth (YoY)
Jan–May 2026 vs 2025
82%
Avg. Occupancy
Short-term rental
Key Trends — January to May 2026
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Puerto Cancún +22.4% YoY
Highest appreciation in the metro — tech district effect and new financial corridor driving premium demand.
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Tulum: Best Gross Yield (17.5%)
New Felipe Carrillo Puerto International Airport increased direct access; demand outpacing supply.
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Isla Mujeres: 89% Occupancy
Tightest market in the region. Limited land supply keeps prices firm; luxury eco-resort openings Q1 2026.
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MXN Stable at ~18–19/USD
Favorable exchange rate for USD buyers locking in purchases. Peso stability maintained Jan–May 2026.
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140+ Active Pre-Construction Projects
Record number of developments across CUN metro. Developers offering 36-month 0% interest payment plans.
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ISAI Rate Confirmed at 3%
Quintana Roo property transfer tax unchanged for 2026. Closing costs estimated at 4.5–7.5% total buyer-side.

Price & Yield by Zone

Click column headers to sort · Data Jan–May 2026

9 zones tracked
ZonePrice/m² Rental Yield Occupancy YoY Growth Listings
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Tulum CorridorTop Yield
Highest gross yield in region; new airport (Felipe Carrillo Puerto) boosting access
$3,300
17.5%
74%
+18.8%
380
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Playa del Carmen
PDC recovered post-2023 slowdown; 5th Ave expansion driving demand
$3,500
14.8%
80%
+13.2%
248
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Puerto Morelos
Boutique market; eco-luxury growing. Low supply = high appreciation
$3,800
14.2%
81%
+19.8%
88
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Hotel Zone (KM 10–20)
Entry luxury segment; strong yield vs price ratio
$4,100
13.5%
83%
+10.2%
340
Hotel Zone (KM 5–10)
Most liquid market; highest demand from Airbnb & resort guests
$4,800
12.1%
88%
+12.5%
480
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Downtown Cancún
Affordable entry point; growing long-term rental demand from locals & expats
$3,000
11.8%
77%
+8.5%
102
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Playa Mujeres
Luxury resort corridor expanding; new hotel openings boosting demand
$5,100
10.2%
85%
+15.8%
210
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Isla Mujeres
Limited supply keeps prices and occupancy consistently high
$5,800
9.1%
89%
+11.5%
60
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Puerto Cancún
Fastest appreciating zone — emerging tech & financial district
$5,200
8.5%
79%
+22.4%
156

Exchange Rate — May 2026

MXN/USD stabilized at ~18.2–19.1 MXN per USD (Jan–May 2026). Favorable for USD buyers locking in property purchases. All prices on this page are in USD unless noted. Bank wire transfers (SWIFT) from US/Canadian banks to Mexican escrow typically take 1–3 business days.

Market data compiled from active listings, closed transaction records, rental platform data (Airbnb, VRBO, Booking.com), AMPI Cancún, Softec México, SATQ Quintana Roo, and developer sales offices — January through May 2026. Individual property performance may vary. Rental yields are gross estimates before expenses and taxes. This page does not constitute investment, legal or tax advice. Consult qualified professionals for your situation.