Luxury Homes for Sale in Nassau, Bahamas

Nassau's Premier Luxury Communities

Albany - from $2M

Ultra-luxury marina community co-founded by Tiger Woods, Justin Timberlake, and Ernie Els. Championship 18-hole golf course. 71-slip mega-yacht marina accommodating vessels to 300 feet. Custom estate lots and completed villas. The Honeycomb mixed-use development adds contemporary residences. Albany represents the pinnacle of modern Nassau luxury. Albany residency guide.

Lyford Cay - from $3M

The most exclusive and prestigious address in The Bahamas, established 1959. Rigorous membership requirements maintain exclusivity. Lyford Cay International School (LCIS, all four IB programmes) within the gates. Private beach, championship golf, marina, and fine dining. Estate villas on generous lots with mature landscaping. Old-money prestige that has consistently outperformed all other Nassau communities in long-term appreciation.

Ocean Club Estates, Paradise Island - from $3M

Four Seasons-managed community on Paradise Island. Beachfront and harbourfront estate villas. Access to Versailles Gardens, the Cloisters, Ocean Club Golf Course, and the One and Only Ocean Club spa. The new Four Seasons Private Residences add branded luxury. The strongest international name recognition of any Bahamas address.

Old Fort Bay - from $1.5M

Family-friendly gated community with a celebrated beach club, waterfront restaurants, and a strong expatriate community. Villas range from updated colonial-style homes to contemporary waterfront builds. Well-positioned for western corridor schools (LCIS, St Andrew's, King's College, Windsor). Consistently strong resale values and family-oriented community culture.

Palm Cay - from $400K

Modern east-side marina community with 194 slips. Contemporary villa designs, beach club, and growing expatriate presence. Lower entry point than western corridor communities with strong appreciation trajectory. Convenient access to eastern Nassau and the airport. Palm Cay full guide.

Luxury Condos and Branded Residences

Rosewood Baha Mar Residences - from $2.5M

Branded residences within the Baha Mar resort complex. Rosewood hotel management, spa access, private beach, and full resort amenities. Strong rental programme potential. The most prestigious branded condo address in Nassau.

One Cable Beach - from $500K

Oceanfront condos on Cable Beach. Modern design, resort-style amenities. Adjacent to Baha Mar. Strong short-term rental demand from resort overflow. Compare with Goldwynn and Aqualina.

Goldwynn Resort and Residences - from $800K

Boutique oceanfront resort on Cable Beach. Penthouses from $2.5M+. Beachfront pool, restaurant, and managed rental programme. Premium finishes and ocean views.

Aqualina - from $2.65M

Ultra-luxury oceanfront development on Cable Beach. Only 27 residences (3 and 4 bedroom) across 11 stories. Private elevator access, infinity pool, tennis court, boat club, full-time concierge. Walking distance to Baha Mar. Managed rental programme available.

Reef Residences at Atlantis

Condo-hotel within the Atlantis resort on Paradise Island. Branded rental programme with strong occupancy. Access to Atlantis waterpark, casino, marina, and restaurants.

Nassau Luxury Home Pricing Guide 2026

Prices reflect current MLS listings and recent comparable sales. Add 8-11% buyer-side closing costs.

Buyer-Side Costs for Luxury Homes

Closing costs: 8-11% of purchase price. VAT on conveyance 5% buyer share. Legal fees 2.5-3.5% plus 10% VAT. Title insurance 0.5-1%. On a $5M home: approximately $400,000-$550,000. VAT invoice from DIR required (July 2025). Closing Cost Calculator.

Property tax (owner-occupied): First $300,000 exempt, 0.625% on $300K-$500K, 1% above $500K. Cap $150,000/year (RPT Amendment Act No. 43 of 2025). On a $5M home: approximately $46,250/year. Property Tax Calculator.

Property tax (non-owner): 1% on first $500,000, 2% above $500K. Same $150,000 cap.

Insurance: 1.5-3% of insured value annually. Waterfront and exposed locations higher. Windstorm and flood coverage essential.

HOA fees: Vary significantly by community. Albany and Lyford Cay at the higher end ($15,000-$30,000+/year). Palm Cay and Sandyport more moderate.

Nassau Luxury Market 2026

Tourism: The Bahamas welcomed a record 12.5 million visitors in 2025, generating $7 billion in revenue (Ministry of Tourism, January 28, 2026). This demand supports luxury rental income and property values.

Safety: Murders fell 31% in 2025 (83 vs 120, RBPF January 27, 2026). Armed robberies dropped 39%. Gated communities have 24/7 security and virtually zero violent crime.

Economy: GDP grew 2.8% in 2025 (IMF Article IV, February 5, 2026). Food VAT removed effective April 1, 2026. Public debt declining toward 74% of GDP.

Rental income: Nassau STR ADR reached $510.80 (AirDNA/CBOB, August 2025). Luxury properties command $1,000-$5,000+/night in peak season. See the rental income guide.

For the full market analysis, see the 2026 Bahamas Market Report.

Residency Through Luxury Home Purchase

Most Nassau luxury homes exceed the $1,000,000 EPR threshold. Economic Permanent Residency: Government fee $20,000. Dependent $300/person. Hold period 10 years. Annual presence 90 cumulative days. $1.5M+ receives accelerated processing (~3 weeks). EPR does not grant work rights. Glenn coordinates the application simultaneously with closing. Full residency guide.

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