The Insider's Guide to Buying Property in Nassau & New Providence

Welcome to the 7th Heaven Properties guide to buying property in Nassau and New Providence, your essential companion for investing in The Bahamas’ vibrant capital and most populous island.

Famed for its magnificent white sand beaches, championship golf courses, state-of-the-art marinas, and prestigious residential communities, Nassau and New Providence offer the perfect blend of luxury island living with urban conveniences and amenities.

Discover why discerning property buyers are investing in Nassau and New Providence, browse property listings, and explore related articles.

For more information on the buying process, take a look at our comprehensive guide to buying property in The Bahamas.

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Nassau & New Providence: Paradise Playground

Nassau, the vibrant capital of The Bahamas, sits on New Providence, the archipelago’s most populous island. Home to approximately 300,000 people – representing 70% of the country’s population – New Providence serves as the undisputed political, economic, and cultural heart of The Bahamas. The island is home to the nation’s busiest international airport, over 400 financial institutions, and all major government offices. New Providence also offers world-class amenities and attractions: spectacular white sand beaches, championship golf courses, and mega yacht marinas that attract discerning international property buyers. For investors, the island offers exceptional opportunities across a range of residential communities, from accessible neighborhoods to super-prime enclaves featuring some of the most luxurious homes in the world.

Cable Beach

Set along the northern coast of New Providence, the Cable Beach area is the island’s most popular beach destination. Just 10 minutes west of Nassau, this 2.5-mile stretch of pristine sand is the setting for multiple hotels and resorts, including the renowned Baha Mar complex. Property buyers will find excellent opportunities in well-established condominium developments like Bayroc alongside newer offerings such as Goldwynn Beach Resort, Aqualina, and Coconut Cove Residences. Offering exceptional rental potential, the Cable Beach area is a great place to own a vacation home which can double as a lucrative investment.

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Lyford Cay

Lyford Cay is located on the northwestern coast of New Providence and is one of the oldest and most prestigious private gated residential communities on the island. This exclusive enclave features elegant, ultra-luxurious colonial-style residences dating primarily from the 1960s and 1970s. Residents enjoy a luxurious lifestyle like no other, with access to the amenities of the Lyford Cay Club, including a state-of-the-art tennis and fitness center, an 18-hole golf course designed by Rees Jones, sailing, fishing, water sports, spa services, a pristine white sand beach, and a 74-slip yacht harbor. The community perfectly suits those who value privacy, tradition, and understated elegance in a setting of refined luxury.

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Old Fort Bay

Situated just east of Lyford Cay, Old Fort Bay is another prestigious waterfront community with rich historical significance. At the heart of the community is the Old Fort Bay Club, an enchanting establishment dating back to the 1700s that offers refined dining, rejuvenating spa treatments, and modern fitness facilities. What truly distinguishes Old Fort Bay are its picturesque canals lined with exceptional luxury homes. These waterfront residences feature private docks providing access to the ocean, making Old Fort Bay ideal for buyers seeking established luxury in a serene setting, especially those who enjoy boating, sailing, fishing or other maritime pursuits.

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Albany

Albany occupies 600 spectacular acres on the southwestern coast of New Providence, to the south of Lyford Cay, and a mere 15 minutes from Nassau’s airport. This relatively recent addition to New Providence’s real estate landscape features stunning contemporary ultra-luxury homes, marina residences, and striking apartment buildings, including the iconic Honeycomb. Albany’s amenities include a championship golf course designed by Ernie Els, a 71-slip mega yacht marina, multiple dining options, spa facilities, fitness centers, and a magnificent beach.

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Sandyport

Sandyport, located west of Cable Beach, is a well-established gated community perfect for year-round living with convenient access to Nassau. The development features an intricate network of canals lined with waterfront homes and residential islands. Residents enjoy easy access to comprehensive amenities including multiple tennis courts, swimming pools, restaurants, schools, banking services, fitness facilities, and supermarkets – essentially everything you could need for comfortable island living.

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Palm Cay

Situated on the eastern shores of New Providence, Palm Cay – a luxury beach and marina community – offers a range of luxury condominiums and townhouses for sale, with some sections complete and newer phases still in development. Buyers can find beachfront homes and waterfront marina residences offering access to a beautiful beach, beach club with restaurant, spa, fitness center, and a full-service, deep-water marina with 194 slips.

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Eastern Road

Eastern Road runs along the northeastern coast of New Providence and is an excellent location for buyers searching for luxurious waterfront homes and condominiums, including developments like Caves Heights. This well-established area features impressive estate homes with direct water access.

The New Providence Advantage

With its magnificent white sand beaches, championship golf courses, state of the art marinas, and prestigious residential communities, Nassau and New Providence is one of the most sought-after real estate investment destinations in the Caribbean. The island offers the perfect mix of stunning natural beauty with modern amenities, attractions, and conveniences, creating an ideal environment for discerning property buyers who demand excellence in both lifestyle and investment potential. This is a true island paradise welcoming full-time residents, vacation homeowners, and investors looking to build their portfolio in a stable, diverse, well-established property market.

“With its magnificent white sand beaches, championship golf courses, state of the art marinas, and prestigious residential communities, Nassau and New Providence is one of the most sought-after real estate investment destinations in the Caribbean”

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