Manantiales: the most sought-after area on the coast
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Located on Route 10, between La Barra and José Ignacio, Manantiales combines beach, dining and a neighborhood feel that turned it into the epicenter of the new Punta del Este. Its beach —with calmer waters than La Brava— and its restaurant and beach club scene explain why every summer it's the first thing to get booked.
For investors, Manantiales is fertile ground: steady rental demand throughout the season means off-plan units and beachfront projects offer one of the best rental yields in the area. Houses and apartments predominate, and the gated-community format is growing fast, with families looking for nature, privacy, private pools and sports facilities.
We work the whole Manantiales offering — developments under construction and off-plan, lots in gated communities and properties for summer rental — with real information and direct advice. If you're looking to get into the area before the season picks up, now is the time: inquiries start in July and August.
Market data for Manantiales
A octubre de 2026, un apartamento en Manantiales se publica a un precio mediano de USD 750.000 (USD 5.628/m²); una casa, a USD 947.500; la primera quincena de enero de un apartamento de 2 dormitorios se alquila en promedio a USD 14.500.
Venta: medianas de avisos publicados en MercadoLibre e InfoCasas, relevados en octubre de 2026 (sin proyectos en pozo). Alquiler: promedios de precios publicados para el verano 2027 en Manantiales (relevamiento propio, septiembre 2026); la tabla completa por período está en la guía de alquiler de temporada. Más cifras por zona y subzona en el informe del mercado.
Where is Manantiales located
Manantiales, Punta del Este · Maldonado, Uruguay
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Three takes from the team, with concrete local market data.
- ReportPrice per m² by area in Punta del EsteReference price ranges for each neighborhood, sale timelines and negotiation margin.
- InvestmentThe best areas to invest inWhich area suits your goal: summer season, year-round rental, appreciation or personal use.
- LifestyleGated communities and country estatesSpace, nature and security minutes from the sea.
Frequently asked questions about Manantiales
How much does an apartment in Manantiales cost?
A octubre de 2026, el precio mediano publicado de un apartamento en venta en Manantiales es de USD 750.000, unos USD 5.628/m². Los de 2 dormitorios rondan USD 618.000. Son valores de publicación: el precio de cierre suele quedar entre un 6% y un 10% por debajo.
How much does a house cost in Manantiales?
El precio mediano publicado de una casa en venta en Manantiales es de USD 947.500 (USD 3.709/m²). Varía mucho con el terreno, la distancia al mar y si tiene piscina.
How much does it cost to rent in Manantiales in January?
For the 2027 summer, a 2-bedroom apartment in Manantiales is listed on average at USD 14.500 for the first half of January; a 3-bedroom house, at USD 16.500. The second half of January is listed between 25% and 40% cheaper, and February between 35% and 50% below the first half of January.
How far is Manantiales from downtown and the beach?
Manantiales is about 17 km by road from the center of the Peninsula. The nearest beaches: Bikini and Playa Manantiales.
Why is Manantiales the most sought-after area for summer rentals?
Because it combines a calm-water beach, dining and neighborhood life, and because quality supply is limited relative to demand. It's the area where units sell out first every season: serious inquiries start in July and August. It's worth booking in advance.
Is it better to buy off-plan in Manantiales or already built?
It depends on your goal. Off-plan gives you a better price and payment plan, ideal for a medium-term investment; a completed property gives you immediate rental income in season. In Manantiales, both options work thanks to steady rental demand. We'll look at it based on your budget and time horizon.
What type of properties are there in Manantiales?
Mostly houses and apartments, and increasingly lots and units in gated communities with amenities. Options range from beachfront apartments to country estates (chacras) and houses with pools inside gated communities.
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