Apartment E
USD $172,000
Marbella, Panama City, just steps from the Cinta Costera, Waldorf Astoria and Multiplaza
135 fully furnished apartments and penthouses, purpose-designed for Airbnb. The lowest entry point in the ARQET portfolio, $172K, in one of the city’s most sought-after neighbourhoods.
Moderna is the only project in the ARQET portfolio designed explicitly around the short-term rental model. The official website states it clearly: "Airbnb Apartments in the Heart of Panama City." This is not a secondary feature, it is the core concept of the project.
The location in Marbella is strategic for this purpose: it is the preferred district for upper mid-range business and leisure travelers, just minutes from the Waldorf Astoria, the Intercontinental, Multiplaza and the Club de Yates. The Cinta Costera is less than a 5-minute walk away. Tocumen Airport is a 20-minute drive.
The apartments are delivered fully furnished, with high-quality contemporary finishes. The developer also offers rental management solutions, allowing investors to delegate the entire process without needing to be physically present in Panama.
The developer reports occupancy rates and average nightly income higher than in other areas of the city for the business traveller profile. Returns are estimated to be close to double digits according to Benoit Properties.
It is the project with the lowest entry point in the entire ARQET portfolio, $172K for a furnished apartment in a premium neighborhood, with a 10% down payment. For those seeking a first asset in Panama with minimal initial commitment and a clear income model, Moderna is the most straightforward choice.
Marbella enjoys steady tourism and business demand, it does not depend on seasonality like beach areas. The guest profile is consistent: travelling professionals, upper mid-range tourists, and newly arriving expats. This translates into more predictable occupancy than in other areas.
With just 10% down you secure a pre-construction asset in a central neighbourhood. Subsequent payments follow the construction milestones through to delivery in Q3 2028, ample time to properly structure the tax and banking aspects before the keys are in your hands.
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Not suitable for those seeking a primary residence or a large family apartment. The floor areas are compact and designed for rental use, not for everyday living. For larger spaces with residential use in mind, Bioma or Nayamara are the right alternatives.
For larger spaces with residential use in mind, Bioma or Nayamara are the right alternatives.
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