What $249,000 can Buy you in Real Estate — Bali vs. the World
$249,000 Real Estate Budget
Bali Vs The World
Currently $249,000 no longer gets as much in the current global real estate market as one may expect. From Los Angeles to Sydney, what seems like a hefty amount could buy you a run-down one bedroom flat in a less desirable neighbourhood or a simple studio apartment. However, in Bali? It might open the door to a luxury 2-bedroom villa that’s in Bali’s hottest locations!
Let’s compare what you can actually get for $249,000 and the reasons why investors are focussing on Echo Beach, Bali.
1. Echo Beach, Bali
Meta Builds has recently launched the Echo Beach Desa Villa which is an exclusive collection of 8 luxurious villas nestled just 5 minutes from the iconic Echo Beach in Canggu, Badung, Bali. Offering the perfect blend of modern comfort and tropical tranquility. Each villa comes with:
- A private garden and pool
- Natural light and open-plan living
- A Kitchen and Living Room.
- 2 Master Bedrooms
- Walking distance to Canggu’s trendiest cafés, co-working spaces, La Brisa, and the beach.
- Design that is ready for investment and perfect for short-term rentals
- Supplied by a reputable developer with complete construction and legal setup
2. Other Parts of the World
a. Sydney, Australia:
$249,000 in Sydney buys you:
- A studio or shared flat (often outside the central business district)
- Limited space, no view and no parking
- Limited flexibility and low yield for short-term leases
b. Los Angeles, USA:
In Los Angeles, that budget could buy you:
- An older building with a one-room unit
- Property taxes plus monthly HOA dues
- Very little outside area or attractiveness to lifestyle
c. Dubai, UAE:
In Dubai $249,000 gets you:
- A high-rise area studio apartment
- Continuous service charges and a restricted lifestyle relationship
- Reduced potential for flexible, short-term use
d. Portugal:
In Portugal you could most likely buy:
- An old one-bedroom flat in a small town.
- Renovations are necessary.
- Reduced high-yield returns and slower appreciation
3. Why Investors Choose Bali
Bali is currently outperforming many traditional real estate markets because of an increasing expat sector, high rental demand and limited land available near Echo Beach. Investors are observing the boom in real estate in Echo Beach as they see:
- Returns on rentals of up to 12%
- Ten to fifteen percent annual property appreciation
- Year-round tourism and the appeal of a global lifestyle
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