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No, U.S. citizens do not need a passport to visit the U.S. Virgin Islands, though it remains a convenient form of identification. Since it is a U.S. Territory, travel from the mainland is considered domestic travel.

Property in the USVI is held as 'fee simple,' which is the highest form of property ownership. It is protected under the U.S. flag and provides the same rights and security as property ownership in the mainland United States.

Yes, there are no restrictions on investment purchases by non-residents. U.S. law applies to all transactions, making the process secure and straightforward for buyers regardless of their primary residency.

No, there are generally no obligations to build on vacant land within any specific timeframe after purchase. You can hold land as a long-term investment or wait until you are ready to design your dream island home.

Approximately 60% of St. John's land (over 7,200 acres) is protected within the U.S. Virgin Islands National Park. This also includes thousands of acres of marine habitat, ensuring the island's natural beauty remains preserved for generations.

The area code for the entire U.S. Virgin Islands is 340. Our company, 340 Real Estate, takes its name from this area code as a symbol of our deep roots and commitment to the St. John community.

As a U.S. Territory, the currency used in St. John is the United States Dollar (USD). You won't need to worry about currency exchange when visiting from the mainland.

St. John is the smallest of the three main U.S. Virgin Islands, measuring approximately 20 square miles (about 7 miles long and 3 miles wide). Its compact size makes every neighborhood feel like a close community.

Yes, programs like the Economic Development Commission (EDC) offer significant tax benefits, including a 90% reduction in personal and corporate income tax and a 100% exemption on excise and property taxes for qualifying businesses.

A 1031 exchange allows you to defer capital gains tax by reinvesting the proceeds from a property sale into a 'like-kind' property. This is fully applicable in the USVI under IRS rules, making it a powerful tool for real estate investors.

Yes, the USVI is unique among U.S. jurisdictions in its exemption from the Jones Act. This allows foreign-flag vessels to be used for domestic shipping routes, reducing logistics costs for many island businesses.

St. John features several well-known communities such as Grande Bay, Gallows Point, Sirenusa, Westin Vacation Club, and Lavender Hill, offering everything from harbor-view studios to luxury multi-bedroom villas.

Bordeaux Mountain is the highest point on the island, reaching an elevation of 1,277 feet. It offers some of the most spectacular views in the Caribbean, stretching all the way to the British Virgin Islands.

St. John has a tight-knit full-time population of approximately 4,200 residents. The community is known for its friendliness, sustainability efforts, and shared love for island life.

We have been locally owned and operated for over 25 years. Our team collective local knowledge and real estate expertise is unmatched on the island.

Our team has successfully closed over 1,500 property transactions, including luxury villas, charming cottages, condos, and undeveloped land parcels.

Yes, a 4WD vehicle is highly recommended. St. John's terrain is quite steep and many roads are winding. Having a 4WD ensures you can safely navigate any part of the island in any weather.

St. John and the other U.S. Virgin Islands were purchased by the United States from Denmark in 1917 for $25 million in gold. Since then, it has been a proud part of the United States.

The market is defined by high demand and limited supply. With 60% of the island protected as a National Park, developable land is a finite resource, making real estate here a stable and desirable long-term investment.

The best way is to reach out to a local expert. Our team at 340 Real Estate can guide you through the latest MLS listings, off-market opportunities, and help you find the neighborhood that perfectly matches your lifestyle goals.