La Paz

The relaxed capital of Baja California Sur, where the Sea of Cortez meets a walkable malecon, Balandra's turquoise shallows, and a real Mexican city pace.

Area guide

A calmer coast on the Sea of Cortez

About two hours north of Los Cabos, La Paz is the unhurried capital of Baja California Sur. Its palm-lined malecon traces a calm, swimmable bay, and life still moves at the rhythm of a working Mexican city rather than a resort strip. Sunsets here glow over the Sea of Cortez, the body of water Jacques Cousteau called the aquarium of the world.

Just outside town lies Balandra, the protected lagoon often named Mexico's most beautiful beach, where shallow turquoise water stretches for hundreds of meters. Between roughly October and April, snorkelers swim alongside whale sharks in the bay, while sea lions, dolphins and rays draw divers year-round. For buyers, La Paz offers authentic neighborhoods, real local services and notably stronger value per square meter than Cabo's prime corridor.

Why buy here

Balandra beach

A protected turquoise lagoon minutes from the city, often called Mexico's most beautiful beach.

Sea of Cortez

Swim with whale sharks, sea lions and rays in one of the world's richest marine ecosystems.

Malecon & city life

A walkable seafront promenade lined with cafes, galleries and a genuine local community.

Value & authenticity

Stronger value per square meter than Cabo's prime corridor, in a real, lived-in Mexican town.

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Where La Paz sits

La Paz · Los Cabos

Homes for sale in La Paz

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La Paz real estate market today

694properties for sale
$425KHouses · median price236 for sale
$376KCondos · median price98 for sale
$249KLand · median price349 for sale

List prices in USD from active MLS BCS listings as of November 10, 2026. See the full market report →

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Colina Capristano 205, New North Tower, La PazFor Sale
$391,230 USD
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Colina Capristano 205, New North Tower, La Paz

2 bd2 ba1,085 ft²
Listing courtesy of Diamante Realtors · MLS BCS
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Tintorera Lot, La PazFor Sale
$119,500 USD
La Paz

Tintorera Lot, La Paz

Listing courtesy of Diamante Realtors · MLS BCS
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SN Plutarco Elías Calles, Brisas del pacífico, La PazFor Sale
$38,430 USD
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SN Plutarco Elías Calles, Brisas del pacífico, La Paz

Listing courtesy of Remax LA Peninsula · MLS BCS
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vicente guerrero, vicente, La PazFor Sale
$185,000 USD
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vicente guerrero, vicente, La Paz

Listing courtesy of Dana's Office · MLS BCS
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SN De La Oliva, Oliva Negra Lot, La PazFor Sale
$28,500 USD
La Paz

SN De La Oliva, Oliva Negra Lot, La Paz

Listing courtesy of Remax Cabo Sanctuary · MLS BCS
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6112 CALLE 6, CASA COMITAN, La PazFor Sale
$806,000 USD
La Paz

6112 CALLE 6, CASA COMITAN, La Paz

3 bd3 ba3,823 ft²
Listing courtesy of Baja Bay Realty · MLS BCS
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845 LAZARO CARDENAS, CASA EN EL CENTENARIO, La PazFor Sale
$386,832 USD
La Paz

845 LAZARO CARDENAS, CASA EN EL CENTENARIO, La Paz

3 bd2 ba4,303 ft²
Listing courtesy of Sunshine Real Estate · MLS BCS
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Turn Key – Villa Serdan, La PazFor Sale
$649,000 USD
La Paz

Turn Key – Villa Serdan, La Paz

3 bd3 ba2,894 ft²
Listing courtesy of Diamante Realtors · MLS BCS
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La Paz real estate FAQ

How much does a home cost in La Paz?

There are 694 properties for sale in La Paz on the MLS BCS today. Median list prices in USD: houses, $425K (236 for sale); condos, $376K (98 for sale); land, $249K (349 for sale). Figures as of November 10, 2026.

Can Americans and Canadians buy property in La Paz?

Yes. The city of La Paz and its coastline lie 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 La Paz?

On top of the price, budget for acquisition tax, notary fees, registry and, for foreign buyers, the fideicomiso. Our closing-costs guide explains each line.

Closing costs explained

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