Cole Bay sits on the southern shore of Simpson Bay Lagoon and is one of the most accessible residential areas on the Dutch side.
It is the island’s commercial heart, with supermarkets, banks, schools, and marine services, which makes it popular with year-round residents and long-term rental investors.
Search Properties in Cole Bay
Cole Bay 2 Bedroom Freestanding Home
$425,000 Cole Bay, Sint Maarten Charming Caribbean Cottage with Spacious Garden in the Heart of Cole Bay Escape to your own slice of Caribbean living…| Beds | 2 |
| Baths | 2 |
Lotus Townhouses For Sale – Cole Bay
$380,000 Modern Townhouses for Sale in Cole Bay – 4 Buildings, 16 Homes Total Now under development, this new community features…| Beds | 2 |
| Baths | 2.5 |
| Area | 1237 Sq Ft |
SOLD! Plumeria Place – Unit 1
This BRAND NEW property will definitely tickle your fancy. At this price point and location, it is sure to be…| Beds | 2 |
| Baths | 1.5+ |
Villa Aryria in Plantain Grove with 2 studio suites
$699,000 – OFF MARKET About This Property Positioned within the central location of upscale Plantain Grove, Sint Maarten / St. Martin, this warm and…| Beds | 5 |
| Baths | 5 |
| Area | 300 SQM Sq Ft |
SOLD! Large Flat Building Lot – Cole Bay
Introducing a Prime 4270 m2 Flat Building Lot in the Cole Bay. There’s an existing structure situated at the roadside…SOLD! Commercial Land & Building in Cole Bay
Amazing commercial opportunity in the heart of Cole Bay and St. Maarten / St. Martin in the amazing Caribbean. Ready…| Area | 20,500 (appraisers estimate) Sq Ft |
Buffalo Wings St. Maarten – Truly perfect
Restaurants for sale St Maarten The perfect restaurant opportunity in Sint Maarten, waiting for the next entrepreneur. A clear chance…
SOLD – Almond Grove Villa Palmier
Almond Grove Almond Grove perfection with a total six bedrooms and five bathrooms. And to say this property has a view is…| Beds | 6 |
| Baths | 5 |
| Area | *1,400 top floor / *3,000 total Sq Ft |
SOLD! Almond Grove Villa
Experience the most spectacular views at Villa Almond Grove! This beautiful villa consists of 4 bedrooms and two and a…| Beds | 4 |
| Baths | 2.5 |
SOLD! Almond Grove Villa + Building Lot
Experience the most spectacular views at Villa Almond Grove, a two for one villa and land deal. Yes, you read…| Beds | 4 |
| Baths | 2.5 |
Living in Cole Bay
Cole Bay is centrally located between Philipsburg and Simpson Bay. The lagoon side offers calm water for boats, kayaks, and paddleboards, and the area’s amenities mean daily life happens within a few minutes’ drive.
Buying in Cole Bay
Foreign buyers can own freehold property in Cole Bay just as locals do. Start with our complete guide to buying property in Sint Maarten, see how the process works for foreign buyers, and review the closing process and annual costs of ownership before you commit.
Nearby areas: Pelican Key. Or browse all properties for sale and long-term rentals across the island.
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Dutch side: Beacon Hill · Betty’s Estate · Cay Hill · Cupecoy · Dawn Beach · Defiance · Dutch Cul-de-Sac · Ebenezer and Valley Estate · Guana Bay · Indigo Bay · Little Bay · Lower Prince’s Quarter · Madame Estate · Maho · Mary’s Fancy · Monte Vista · Oyster Bay · Pelican Key · Philipsburg · Point Blanche · Point Pirouette · Red Pond · Simpson Bay · South Reward · Tamarind Hill
French side: Bellevue · Oyster Pond (French side) · Terres Basses
Anguilla: Sandy Ground
About Cole Bay Real Estate
Cole Bay real estate spans villas, land and building lots, and condos. Whether you are searching for Cole Bay homes for sale, condos, or investment property in St Maarten (SXM), the current listings above are updated as new properties come to market. Island Dream Realty has helped buyers own in Cole Bay and across Sint Maarten / Saint Martin for years.
Cole Bay Real Estate FAQs
Can foreigners buy property in Cole Bay?
Yes. Foreign nationals can own freehold (fee simple) property in Cole Bay and across the Dutch side of Sint Maarten, with the same ownership rights as residents and no restrictions on non-resident buyers.
What types of property are for sale in Cole Bay?
Cole Bay offers villas, land and building lots, and condos. You can browse every current Cole Bay listing in the search results above, and Island Dream Realty can also share off-market and pre-construction options.
How do I find out prices for Cole Bay real estate?
Asking prices are shown on each listing above and change as the market moves. For a valuation, a price history, or off-market opportunities in Cole Bay, contact the Island Dream Realty team directly.
How does buying real estate in Cole Bay work?
Foreign buyers follow a straightforward process. See our complete guide to buying property in Sint Maarten and the closing process for the full steps.