Abaco Private Islands For Sale

Pitt Property Group features Abaco private islands ranging from a turnkey five-acre estate island to a 351-acre freehold cay with approvals already in place for a 6,000-foot private airstrip, a 30-acre marina, and a resort under the Hotel Encouragement Act. For developers and ultra-high-net-worth buyers seeking real scale and shovel-ready potential, Abaco is without equal in the region. Browse current Abaco islands below.

Current Abaco Private Islands

The current active Abaco inventory ranges from turnkey estate to large-scale development:

Turnkey estate island

At the refined end, a five-acre private island estate near Green Turtle Cay offers a newly built main residence and guest house, a protected marina, multiple beaches, and an underwater electrical connection to the mainland, available around $15.9 million. This is island living ready from day one.

Large development cays

For buyers seeking scale, Abaco offers exceptional opportunities: a 185-acre cay with deep-water access and sweeping ocean views minutes from Green Turtle Cay, and a 293-acre cay positioned for a five-star resort, both around $7.99 million to $14.95 million depending on the island.

Resort-approved flagship

The standout is a 351-acre freehold private island offered around $14.95 million, with unprecedented government approval already secured for a 6,000-foot private airstrip, a 30-acre marina, and commercial resort use under the Hotel Encouragement Act, with over ten white-sand beaches across five miles of coastline. Opportunities of this scale and readiness are exceptionally rare.

Inventory changes as islands sell; see the live listings above for current availability and exact pricing.

What to Know About Buying an Abaco Island

Title:

Most Abaco cays are sold freehold, conveying full ownership of the land. Confirm the title type for any specific island during due diligence.

Crown Land

On some cays a portion of the island is Crown (government) land and not part of the sale, in certain cases designated for a nature preserve. Always confirm exactly which acreage is included before making an offer; we identify this clearly on every island we represent.

Development approvals

Abaco's defining advantage. Where an island already holds approvals for an airstrip, marina, or resort under the Hotel Encouragement Act, that can save years of process and materially affects value. We detail existing approvals on each listing.

Access

Abaco is well connected by air and sea, close to Grand Bahama and Florida, with established airports and marinas serving the region.

Costs

Foreign buyers pay Value Added Tax of 10% on the conveyance, and commission is paid by the seller. The Bahamas levies no income, capital gains, or inheritance tax.

Read our complete Guide - How to Buy a Private Island in The Bahamas. 

An Abaco Island Purchase Can Qualify You for Bahamas Residency

A real estate investment of $1,000,000 USD or more qualifies a foreign buyer to apply for Bahamian permanent residency, with accelerated consideration at $1,500,000 or more. Every Abaco island in our portfolio well exceeds these thresholds, meaning your purchase can secure both a major asset and a pathway to residency in a country with no income, capital gains, or inheritance tax. These conditions are administered by the Bahamas Department of Immigration and should be verified directly.

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Why Work With Pitt Property Group

Large-acreage and development islands demand an advisor who understands island title, Crown Land boundaries, development approvals, and the Hotel Encouragement Act, and who can represent you with absolute discretion.

Sheldon Pitt, Broker Owner of Pitt Property Group, has more than 30 years of experience in Bahamian real estate and is a recognized authority on Out Island and investment property, including private islands, cays, and resort development opportunities. A Bimini native with deep roots across the island chains, he personally represents the Abaco islands in our portfolio and guides buyers confidentially from first evaluation through to acquisition.

For more information on the purchase process of private islands in the Bahamas, Contact Sheldon Pitt at 242.544.7509 or email at sheldon@pittpropertygroup.com. 

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a private island cost in Abaco?

Abaco private islands currently range from around $7.99 million for a large development cay to approximately $15.9 million for a turnkey estate island. Large development cays of 185 to 351 acres, including a resort-approved flagship, fall in the $7.99 million to $14.95 million range, depending on size, approvals, and infrastructure.

What is the largest private island for sale in The Bahamas?

Among the largest currently available is a 351-acre freehold private island in Abaco, offered with government approvals for a 6,000-foot airstrip, a 30-acre marina, and a resort under the Hotel Encouragement Act. Abaco is the region for buyers seeking large-acreage islands.

Can a private island in Abaco be developed into a resort?

Yes, subject to government approval, and Abaco is unusually well suited to it. Several Abaco cays already hold approvals for resort development, marinas, and even private airstrips, which can shorten the development timeline by years.

Can a foreign national buy a private island in Abaco?

Yes. Foreign nationals can own Bahamian private islands on a freehold basis. Certain acquisitions involve registration or permit requirements for non-Bahamians, which should be confirmed with a Bahamian attorney for the specific property.

What is the Hotel Encouragement Act?

The Hotel Encouragement Act is Bahamian legislation that provides incentives for hotel and resort development. Certain Abaco islands are approved for resort use under the Act, which can enhance the development and investment case for the property. Confirm current provisions with professional advisors.

Does buying an Abaco island qualify me for Bahamas residency?

A real estate investment of $1,000,000 USD or more qualifies a foreign buyer to apply for permanent residency, and every Abaco island in our portfolio exceeds this threshold. Residency conditions are set by the Bahamas Department of Immigration and should be confirmed directly.