IN an era when global investors are seeking luxury, legacy, and long-term growth, Jamaica has emerged as more than a tropical paradise — it is now one of the Caribbean’s most elite real estate markets.

From secluded coastal villas to exclusive gated enclaves in Kingston, Jamaica’s high-end residential sector continues to attract discerning local and international buyers.

Between 2022 and 2025, data analysed for this article identified more than 700 residential property sales with recorded prices of $50 million and above. While averages can blur the brilliance of the top tier, this article examines closed residential sale data — not asking prices — to identify the locations that consistently recorded some of Jamaica’s highest-value residential transactions during the period.