Noord, Aruba
The broad residential district behind the hotel strip — and where most people who move to Aruba actually end up living.
What Noord is like
Noord is the practical answer for most buyers: the widest range of family homes on the island, supermarkets and schools, and a short drive to both Palm Beach and Eagle Beach.
What it is. The largest residential district in Aruba, stretching inland behind the northwest coast. It contains Palm Beach and Malmok within its boundaries, but 'Noord' in a listing usually means the residential belt rather than the beachfront.
Who lives there. Families, long-term expatriates and a large share of the Aruban middle class. It is a working neighbourhood, not a resort.
What you get. Detached homes on real plots, often with a pool, at prices that buy an apartment on the beach. Typically US$400,000–800,000 for three to four bedrooms.
The trade. You drive to the beach rather than walk. For most people that is a fair exchange for the space.
Homes in Noord
These 2 properties are currently listed in this collection. Nicolás also sources beyond it — if nothing here fits, say what you need.
What buying here involves
Foreigners buy in Aruba without restriction. Budget 4–7% above the price: transfer tax of 3% on the first AWG 250,000 and 6% above it, plus notary fees of about 1–2%. Allow six to eight weeks from signed agreement to transfer of title.
See the buying guide for the full process, and Aruba house prices for what budgets buy across the island.
Questions about Noord
Is Noord a good place to live in Aruba?
It is the most practical part of the island for daily life — schools, supermarkets, medical care and the widest choice of family homes, with both main beaches a few minutes away.
How much is a house in Noord?
Family homes typically run US$400,000–800,000 for three to four bedrooms. Larger villas in the quieter pockets go well above that.
Is Noord walkable to the beach?
Parts of it are, but most of the residential belt is a five to ten minute drive. If walking to the sand matters, look at Palm Beach or Malmok instead.
Looking in Noord?
Tell Nicolás your budget and what the house has to do. He will tell you honestly whether Noord is the right area for it.
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