Amapas – Dream views two minutes from Zona Romántica
Amapas is the hillside between Zona Romántica and Conchas Chinas: condos and villas with front-row bay views five minutes' walk from Los Muertos beach. Southside PV's most sought combination: postcard view with Old Town life up the stairs.
Who is this area good for?
Buyers who want a front view without giving up walking to restaurants and the beach; second homes and premium vacation rentals.
What kind of properties will you find?
Mid-rise hillside condos and villas; inventory is mostly vertical with a view.
How much does it cost to buy here?
View condos from ~USD 300k; penthouses and view villas from USD 700k.
How much are HOA fees?
USD 150 to 500 per month depending on the building and shared-view amenities.
Can you live here without a car?
Los Muertos is a 5 to 10 minute walk via stairs and steep streets; all Zona Romántica commerce on foot.
What is the beach like?
Los Muertos beach and its coves to the north, with public stair access from several streets.
Does it work for rentals?
Constant premium vacation rental: view plus walkability is the south side's most profitable combination.
What should a foreign buyer know?
Purchase via fideicomiso; condos with bilingual administration and foreign-owner experience.
Indicative ranges based on public listings as of October 2026. The market moves: confirm with me before making decisions.
Amapas, unfiltered
- Front-row view steps from Los Muertos
- The most profitable view-location combination
- Zona Romántica commerce on foot
- Stable owner community
- Daily stairs and slopes
- Limited parking
- Premium view comes at a price per m²
About buying in Amapas
How much is a view condo in Amapas?
From ~USD 300k for bay-view units; penthouses and villas from ~USD 700k. Indicative ranges as of October 2026.
Is Amapas good for vacation rental?
Yes: view plus walking distance to Los Muertos is one of Puerto Vallarta's most profitable combinations, with premium demand all year.
How tiring is living in Amapas without a car?
Livable but athletic: streets are steep and there are stairs. The reward is the view and walking everywhere; the cost is your legs.
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Real estate advisor in Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit since 2014. AMPI Riviera Nayarit member, law degree, bilingual ES/EN.