RE/MAX Island Properties — Caribbean Real Estate on Welfare Road
Global real estate franchise with deep local roots on St. Maarten's property corridor.
Why Go
Welfare Road in Cole Bay has become St. Maarten's unofficial real estate row, and RE/MAX Island Properties operates from number 62 with the backing of one of the world's most recognized property brands. The RE/MAX balloon logo on an island office means the same thing it means everywhere: systematic marketing, global buyer networks, and trained agents working established processes.
The Experience
RE/MAX Island Properties handles the full range of St. Maarten real estate — residential sales, commercial properties, vacation rentals, and long-term lets. Their Welfare Road location in Cole Bay puts them at the geographic center of the Dutch side, equidistant from Philipsburg's commercial district and the Simpson Bay tourist corridor. For vacation visitors, RE/MAX's rental portfolio offers an alternative to hotel stays, with properties managed under the franchise's quality standards. For investors and potential buyers, the RE/MAX network provides exposure to international buyers through their global listing system — relevant on an island where most property purchasers come from abroad. The Welfare Road neighborhood itself serves as a practical hub. Be Well Be Fit offers physical therapy services, Coffee Lounge 2.0 provides a modern café experience, and La Perle Bleu Restaurant handles lunch and dinner.
What to Try
Browse their online listings by neighborhood to understand price ranges across the island's distinct areas. Visit the Welfare Road office for a market overview conversation before committing to viewings. Ask about rental yield data for investment properties.
Insider Tip
RE/MAX agents on St. Maarten handle both Dutch and French side properties despite the jurisdictional split. The legal systems differ significantly between sides — ask specifically about notary requirements and transfer tax differences before comparing properties across the border.
The Practical Stuff
Office at 62 Welfare Road, Cole Bay, Dutch side. Full-service brokerage: sales, vacation rentals, long-term rentals. Part of the global RE/MAX network. Covers both Dutch and French sides. Central island location. Restaurants and services on Welfare Road.
Pair It With
- Coffee Lounge 2.0 — Modern café on Welfare Road for meetings over espresso
- La Perle Bleu Restaurant Guide — Nearby restaurant for lunch between property viewings