Sandy Cay Private Island

Great Exuma, Bahamas

Freehold Foreigners can own Undeveloped Ocean island

Climate risk

2.4

out of 10 · Low

Accessibility

7.8

out of 10 · Good

Hurricane exp.

4.1

out of 10 · Moderate

Vegetation

0.72

NDVI · Healthy

Cost intelligence

Estimated total cost of ownership

Listing price $2,400,000

Stamp duty & legal fees (est.) $280,000

Investment Board permit $1,000

Solar power system (15kW) $85,000

Desalination plant $320,000

Dock construction $250,000

Primary residence (2,400 sqft) $720,000

Septic & wastewater $85,000

Contingency (10%) $60,000

Estimated total to livable $4,201,000

Estimates based on comparable island development projects in the Exuma Cays region. Infrastructure costs assume undeveloped land with no existing utilities. Actual costs vary based on design choices, contractor availability, and permit timelines. Customize in cost calculator →

Jurisdiction

Buying in the Bahamas

Foreign ownership

Allowed with permit

Ownership type

Freehold (fee simple)

Required permit

Certificate of Registration

Permit fee

$1,000 BSD

Stamp duty

10% (over $100K)