The northeast Brazilian city of Maceió is a thriving hotspot with beautiful beaches and great weather. The capital of the Alagoas State, it is not as well known as other popular destinations along the coast, but it has plenty to offer anyone looking for a holiday home or retirement villa.
Regions such as Fortaleza and Natal are already familiar names to overseas property investors could Maceio be the next big thing in Brazil. Property prices are still below other destinations along the coast and this is an ideal location for property investing.
Maceió is best known for its beaches and natural pools that are formed by the low tides and barrier reefs off the coastline. There are boat trips available out to the pools as well as along the other water attractions – the Rio Sao Francisco and the Lago Mundau, which also has several islands to enjoy. With all the water and coastline, this is definitely a place to enjoy the beautiful Brazilian beaches and weather.
The city has a number of new, attractive residential developments for those who are interested in property here. There is a mixed-use project under way called Parque Maceió in downtown with beachfront property available starting at just under £40,000. There are both apartments and offices available, making it an ideal place to invest.
North of the city is the well-known resort of Barra de Sao Miguel, which has several new developments available for buyers. The Barra Bali complex has 127 apartments and beachfront access, with prices from £100,000. For those who want to own property on which to build, there are many lots available up and down the coast with beachfront views and access.
The metro area of Maceió has about 1.2 million residents and is well connected to the rest of the country. It is served by the Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport (MCZ), which has some one million travelers passing through each year. Most flights into Maceió are domestic and there are many connecting flights through the major Brazilian cities.
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