Property in Tamarin
Tamarin is the village that grew without losing its spirit: the bay where people surf and dolphins pass at daybreak, the salt pans, Rempart mountain as a backdrop. It is now the heart of expat life in the West, and one of the most sought-after markets on the island.
18 holes
at Tamarina golf course, in the village
Sea + mountains
surf bay and Rempart mountain
Sheltered coast
the driest climate on the island
45 min
from the international airport
Living in Tamarin
Neighbourhood life feels like a village in the South of France, with the tropics thrown in: shops, cafés, sports clubs, international schools in the immediate area between Tamarin and Black River. The French-speaking community is firmly established, and new families settle in quickly.
The bay remains a renowned surf spot and the dolphins passing at first light are part of daily life. Another argument locals never fail to mention: the west coast is the driest and the most sheltered from the trade winds.
The Tamarin property market
The market has grown up around families: villas in secure estates, serviced residences, apartments in the streets close to the beach. The 18-hole Tamarina golf course and its fairway-edge villas form the most in-demand address in the area.
Long-term rental demand is strong and steady, driven by the families who arrive every year for the schools. Three- and four-bedroom houses are especially sought after, for purchase and rental alike.
Who is it for?
If you are settling as a family for the long term, Tamarin deserves your first visit: this is where expat school and community life in the West is at its densest. Investors find stable tenants, and nature lovers a setting between sea, salt pans and mountains unique on the island.
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For sale and to rent in Tamarin
Tamarin · West
3-Bedroom Family Home with Office, Pool and Mountain Views – For Rent in Tamarin
Frequently asked questions
Can a foreigner buy property in Tamarin?
Yes. Non-citizens can buy in approved schemes (PDS, RES, Smart City) and in R+2 residences. A purchase of USD 375,000 or more in an approved scheme entitles the whole family to a residence permit, with the right to work.
What type of property is available in Tamarin?
Mostly family villas in secure estates, villas on the Tamarina golf course and apartments in residences close to the beach. Three- and four-bedroom houses are in highest demand.
Is Tamarin a good choice for a rental investment?
Yes, particularly for long-term rentals: families relocating for the schools look for year-round leases, which means stable tenants and steady demand.
What is the climate like in Tamarin?
The west coast is the driest and the most sheltered from the trade winds. With around 300 days of sunshine a year on the island, Tamarin adds sunsets over the sea all year round.