For SaleSan José del Cabo
The cultural soul of Los Cabos: a colonial old town, art galleries, boutique dining and a serene estuary, just minutes from Puerto Los Cabos marina.
Area guide
Refined, authentic and unmistakably Mexican
While Cabo San Lucas brings the energy, San José del Cabo offers the counterpoint: a walkable historic center built around the 1730s Misión San José church and the leafy Plaza Mijares, lined with adobe buildings, courtyards and jacaranda trees. Its Gallery District hosts the celebrated Thursday Art Walk each winter, when more than a dozen galleries open their doors with wine and live music.
Beyond the plaza, the San José estuary and bird sanctuary draws over 200 species along the Sea of Cortez, while the nearby Puerto Los Cabos marina anchors world-class sportfishing, golf and a growing collection of waterfront residences. Calmer, family-friendly and deeply rooted in tradition, it appeals to buyers who want culture and quiet without sacrificing access to everything Los Cabos offers.
Why buy here
Art & Gallery District
Home to the Thursday Art Walk and a dozen-plus galleries showcasing Mexican and contemporary artists.
Colonial old town
Walkable plazas, the historic mission church and boutique dining set in restored adobe courtyards.
Estuary & nature
A protected bird sanctuary with 200-plus species, plus calm beaches ideal for families.
Puerto Los Cabos marina
A luxury marina with sportfishing, golf and waterfront residences just minutes from downtown.
On the map
Where San José del Cabo sits
Homes for sale in San José del Cabo
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For Sale
For Sale3413 Los Laureles, CASA LAURELES, San Jose del Cabo
For Sale128 Av. Padre Salvatierra, Fundadores 128, San Jose del Cabo
For SaleBlvd. Antonio Mijares, Maria Maria Cabo, San Jose del Cabo
For SalePadre Piccolo, Fundadores 170, San Jose del Cabo
For Sale27 Vista Hermosa, Club Campestre, San Jose del Cabo
For SaleDel Sol 202, El Encanto de La Laguna, San Jose del Cabo
For SaleP.º Las Misiones 2, Laguna Vista, San Jose del Cabo
San José del Cabo real estate FAQ
How much does a home cost in San José del Cabo?
There are 544 properties for sale in San José del Cabo on the MLS BCS today. Median list prices in USD: houses, $1.2M (138 for sale); condos, $538K (241 for sale); land, $426K (137 for sale). Figures as of November 10, 2026.
Can Americans and Canadians buy property in San José del Cabo?
Yes. San José del Cabo lies within Mexico’s restricted zone (land within 50 km of the coastline), so foreign buyers hold residential title through a fideicomiso: a renewable 50-year trust with a Mexican bank that gives you full rights to use, rent, sell and leave the property to your heirs.
How the fideicomiso works · Can Americans buy property in Mexico?
What are closing costs in San José del Cabo?
Budget roughly 4–6% of the purchase price for acquisition tax, notary fees, registry and, for foreign buyers, the fideicomiso. Our closing-costs guide breaks down every line at 2026 rates.
