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jpsphr · 06-14-2011, 08:56 PM

We'll be down in July and my wife (thank you g_d!)

is actually asking to look at some houses / condos. Can anyone recommend a Realtor to show us some places?

More than likely, we'll wind up with some timeshare weeks, but, one can dream, can't one?

princess · 06-15-2011, 03:17 PM

I have dealt with a few realtors in Aruba, and in my experience the best one is Century 21. Ask for Miriam, she is really sweet and professional. Their office is located close to Palm Beach, on the road towards Bingo restaurant.

jerseygirl · 06-15-2011, 08:03 PM

Miriam at Century 21 was very helpful to us in the search for our home. Although she was not the realtor we eventually bought from, I would recommend her.

We eventually purchased a home from Jan Welage and Ellen Aartsen from Coldwell Banker. They were also very good. They listened to us. They listened to the type of properties that we were interested in, and didn't waste our time showing us what they wanted to sell.

Good luck.

Pensionado · 06-15-2011, 09:59 PM

Miriam is great and so isn't Michel. They both work for century 21 and they are fabulous..

schexc · 06-15-2011, 11:00 PM

My wife and I recently spent a week in Aruba looking at condo's. We used Michel Frank from Remax. He was very prompt, professional and courteous. I would highly recommend him.

*Andrea J.* · 06-15-2011, 11:17 PM

by the sounds of these posts, seems to me that "maybe things are improving" with the interest in aruba real estate.

there are so many many great homes, in great neighborhoods that are marked down at prices that are attractive and negotiable.

i know a lady that has been trying to sell her magnificent beach home that in the good days was worth a million and a half. today, i think it is listed at about $900K.
tragic for the seller.
awesome for a buyer.

chamazolana · 06-16-2011, 09:13 AM

Hi, After emailing a few realtors I got a reply only from Miriam at century 21. We went down and she took the time to show us a few homes. I was quite impressed by her knowledge and expertise. I also would recommend her highly. She was courteous professional and went the extra mile for us. At the end we did buy our fantastic beach home from her...good luck and have fun in your search!

jpsphr · 06-16-2011, 09:17 PM

All,
Thanks for the recommendations. Miriam at Century 21 seems like the consensus winner, eh?

Anyone have any experience with fractional ownership on the island as well?

Thanks again,

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princess Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 144 Images: 1	I have dealt with a few realtors in Aruba, and in my experience the best one is Century 21. Ask for Miriam, she is really sweet and professional. Their office is located close to Palm Beach, on the road towards Bingo restaurant. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

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jerseygirl Banned Join Date: Dec 2010 Posts: 121	Miriam at Century 21 was very helpful to us in the search for our home. Although she was not the realtor we eventually bought from, I would recommend her. We eventually purchased a home from Jan Welage and Ellen Aartsen from Coldwell Banker. They were also very good. They listened to us. They listened to the type of properties that we were interested in, and didn't waste our time showing us what they wanted to sell. Good luck. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

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Pensionado Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Outside bar with ocean view Posts: 17	Miriam is great and so isn't Michel. They both work for century 21 and they are fabulous.. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

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schexc Junior Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Posts: 1	My wife and I recently spent a week in Aruba looking at condo's. We used Michel Frank from Remax. He was very prompt, professional and courteous. I would highly recommend him. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

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Andrea J. Aruba since 1979 Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: renaissance island, eagle beach, amsterdam manor/passions beach bar, Hung Paradis, alto vista chapel, madam janettes, big porch at B55 Posts: 13,258 Images: 80	by the sounds of these posts, seems to me that "maybe things are improving" with the interest in aruba real estate. there are so many many great homes, in great neighborhoods that are marked down at prices that are attractive and negotiable. i know a lady that has been trying to sell her magnificent beach home that in the good days was worth a million and a half. today, i think it is listed at about $900K. tragic for the seller. awesome for a buyer. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ Please, I'll have a Grande' decaf Mocha Latte' with a shot of liquid tranquilizer.

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chamazolana Junior Member Join Date: May 2011 Posts: 7	Hi, After emailing a few realtors I got a reply only from Miriam at century 21. We went down and she took the time to show us a few homes. I was quite impressed by her knowledge and expertise. I also would recommend her highly. She was courteous professional and went the extra mile for us. At the end we did buy our fantastic beach home from her...good luck and have fun in your search! Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

06-16-2011, 09:17 PM	#8 (permalink)
jpsphr Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Boca Catalina Beach Marriott properties Mangel Halto for Snorkeling Posts: 126 Images: 22	All, Thanks for the recommendations. Miriam at Century 21 seems like the consensus winner, eh? Anyone have any experience with fractional ownership on the island as well? Thanks again, Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ Next Aruba trip in