🟩 Now Open | Full STR Deal Briefing | Gran Central in Casco Viejo

🔔 STR SCOUT DEAL BRIEFING

Priority Developer Access Now Open

Dear Members,

Deal Day is here.

As promised, the window is now open and here’s your full report.

After weeks on the ground in Panama City meeting with developers, architects, and trusted local insiders, the Gran Central Residences launch is officially live.

Prices start at just $160K—and frankly, I’m floored by what a deal this is.

We’ve secured exclusive priority access for STR Scout members to reserve a residence in the urban village redefining Casco Viejo.

More than 100 residences have already sold. Fewer than 40 prime units remain, and this developer-direct window is reserved exclusively for STR Scout member priority access to these remaining deals.

Now’s the time to connect directly with the developer team, review floor plans, and secure early-tier pricing before remaining inventory is gone. Incentives are still active, including discounts for payment terms and multi-unit purchases, making this one of the most compelling opportunities in Panama City today.

We sat with the developer team and toured the site to see firsthand why this project is turning heads for all the right reasons—location, craftsmanship, and long-term value. A rare combination in today’s market.

Now’s the moment. Opportunities like this don’t come twice.

—
Andy Thoms
Editor, STR Scout

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🌍 GRAN CENTRAL – THE URBAN VILLAGE REDEFINING PANAMA’S HISTORIC CORE

✈️ ON THE GROUND – PANAMA

Casco Viejo has a way of pulling you in, one cobblestone at a time.

Its historic charm unfolds at street level while the modern skyline rises behind it, framing a cosmopolitan backdrop that rivals Miami.

Restored façades, rooftop terraces, café chatter, and the unmistakable sense that something big is unfolding.

Among all the developments toured this month, Gran Central stopped us cold.

An entire city block reclaimed and re-imagined as an urban village where heritage meets design and authentic craftsmanship aligns with long-term ROI potential.

After sitting down with the developer team and cross-checking details with trusted local insiders, consensus came quickly: this one’s the real deal.

Before the locals close out the remaining inventory, here’s the full briefing you need to move with confidence.

⚡️ FAST-TRACK SUMMARY

What is it?
A landmark, full-block “urban village,” five mid-rise buildings by Conservatorio, the certified B Corp behind Casco Viejo icons like the American Trade Hotel and Santa Familia.

Where is it?
Santa Ana, two blocks from UNESCO-listed Casco Viejo, bordered by Avenida Central and Calle 17, across from Mercado San Felipe de Neri.

Why now?
Over 100 residences sold in the first three weeks. Fewer than 40 remain at early-tier pricing.

Why today?
🚀 Major developer discounts now available, bringing entry pricing into the $150k –$160k range based on down payment and multi-unit purchase incentives.

Price & Value
💰 Prices from the $180k range. Studio, one- and two-bedroom layouts, plus lock-off options ideal for both short-term (STR) and mid-term (MTR) rentals.
For this level of craftsmanship, location, and guest experience, the value is unmatched in Panama City.

Why it matters
Gran Central bridges Panama’s past and future, a walkable, car-optional community with plazas, co-working spaces, wellness courtyards, and rooftop social clubs.

Investor Perspective
U.S. real estate is overpriced, low-yield, and running out of upside. Smart investors are diversifying into pied-à-terre pads; lifestyle-rich assets that deliver both better living and stronger ROI potential.

🎬 THE STORY – CASCO’S NEXT CHAPTER

Every great neighborhood has a turning point, and for Casco Viejo it began two decades ago when Casey Hardin and Patricia Villanueva made a choice few were brave enough to make.

They stayed when others left. They saw beauty where others saw decay.

Block by block, they rebuilt history, reviving Panama’s oldest quarter through landmarks like the American Trade Hotel, Las Clementinas, and Santa Familia.

Their projects didn’t just restore buildings; they restored identity, blending heritage with design in a way that changed how the world saw Casco.

When we sat down with the Conservatorio team, that same spirit filled the room. There was no sales pitch, just quiet confidence, genuine passion for craft, and a clear sense of purpose.

You could feel it, the authenticity, the pride, the belief that real places still matter.

Now they’re unveiling their masterpiece: Gran Central, a human-scale district designed not just to live in but to belong to.

Courtyards and rooftops connect people and place, history meets modern life, and every stone feels intentional. It’s the continuation of a story that began twenty years ago and it may be Casco’s most meaningful chapter yet.

🏙️ THE DISTRICT – FIVE BUILDINGS, ONE COMMUNITY

La Unión – Residences for long-term living (no nightly rentals). Rooftop lap pool, gym, co-working, skyline views.

La Central City Flats & Club – Fully furnished, tourism-licensed, hotel-managed short-term rentals with optional lock-off layouts for dual-income flexibility.

The Wesley – Boutique residence with a rooftop vegetable garden and private sanctuary lounge.

Central 8 – Tropical-modern apartments to live in or lease.

Hotel Gran Central – A 175-room boutique hotel adding essential hospitality inventory to a district with fewer than 600 rooms citywide today.

Core Infrastructure: Underground parking, 24/7 security, and 65+ ground-floor retail spaces serving cafés, shops, and daily needs all designed for livability, not nightlife noise.

The takeaway:
This isn’t just another development. It’s a district built on authenticity, community, and vision, values that rarely align with opportunity.

The value is unmatched, the developer is proven, and the moment is real.

Casco Viejo has always been a place for dreamers, and now for investors ready to live theirs.

🇵🇦 WHY PANAMA – THE GLOBAL HUB OF THE AMERICAS

What’s unfolding in Casco Viejo mirrors the country around it; a nation where stability meets expansion and confidence quietly compounds into opportunity.

While other markets wrestle with inflation, regulation, and low yield, Panama keeps advancing quietly, efficiently, and profitably.

Its modern infrastructure, pro-business environment, and dollar-based economy make it one of the most stable growth-oriented destinations in the hemisphere.

Why investors are returning:

• Access 3–4 hours from major U.S. hubs (Miami, Houston, Atlanta)

• Time Zone Same as U.S. Central Time (CST)

• Currency U.S. Dollar economy with no conversion friction

• Residency Friendly Nations Visa (~$200 K+), Qualified Investor, or Pensionado

• Healthcare About 60 % lower than U.S. costs with top-tier hospitals

• Cost of Living 30–40 % below major U.S. cities

• Climate Warm, hurricane-free year-round

Panama has been called the “Singapore of Latin America,” a hub of commerce, logistics, and finance.

It’s globally connected, stable, and open for smart investment.

When you step back, Panama checks every box — access, stability, growth, and lifestyle.

But the real opportunity lies in how you enter the market. Panama provides the foundation; Gran Central builds upon it, purpose-built for income, flexibility, and appreciation potential.

📈 INVESTMENT LOGIC

Savvy investors look for three things stability, yield, and timing. Gran Central delivers all three in a district where demand is rising and supply is limited.

Purpose-Built for Performance
Designed from the ground up for short-term and mid-term rental income with professional in-house management. Every unit is optimized for occupancy, experience, and longevity.

Dual-Income Flexibility
Lock-off layouts create two revenue streams from one unit, perfect for combining STR and MTR income or hosting guests and digital nomads.

Low Carrying Costs, Premium Positioning
HOA fees around $3.50 per m² include district maintenance, security, and infrastructure management – a rare efficiency for this quality.

Proven Market Outperformance
For more than 20 years, Casco Viejo has outperformed every prime district in Panama City, driven by heritage scarcity and strong boutique demand.

Path of Progress
Casco is a historic jewel, and Gran Central sits at the heart of the historic zone. The district is benefiting from careful restoration, rising hospitality demand, and steady private investment that enhances streetscapes, safety, and services. Limited new supply preserves scarcity while nearby Santa Ana continues to revitalize with cafés, galleries, and daily conveniences. It’s a rare blend of heritage value and forward momentum that supports both lifestyle appeal and long-term appreciation.

Timing Advantage
Early-tier pricing, developer incentives, and limited supply create immediate equity.
Select residences are priced very competitively by Panamanian standards — and at a fraction of comparable U.S. price points.

Strategic Context
As U.S. yields compress and debt costs stay high, investors are moving to lifestyle assets abroad that offer both cash flow and personal utility. At a fraction of the cost of US markets.

The Takeaway
This is structural opportunity, a managed, income-producing asset in a market where value ratios haven’t been this strong in over a decade.
If you missed America’s boom, don’t miss Panama’s.

🌿 LIFESTYLE DIVIDENDS

Morning espresso downstairs. Fresh fruit from Mercado San Felipe de Neri.
An evening walk to the Old Town for dinner, followed by a night swim under the skyline.

Casco’s vibe is alive with energy, charm, and character.
Stone streets and restored façades open into leafy plazas, church courtyards, galleries, and rooftop lounges.

Dining ranges from casual ceviche stands to white-tablecloth restaurants, with live music and nightlife that feels close but not chaotic.

You’re a five-minute walk to the fresh fish market, traditional meat stalls, and open-air vegetable markets where daily life stays simple, local, and real.

Gran Central offers the best of both worlds — a home base for those who value lifestyle and a performing asset for those focused purely on investment.

Many owners will choose to enjoy a pied-à-terre lifestyle, living part of the year and renting the rest. Others will treat it as a turnkey income property from day one.

Either path works or blend both. Because here, quality of life and return on investment are designed to coexist in perfect balance.

This is life at Gran Central. Car-optional, pet-friendly, and wellness-centric — a community built to let you live well and earn well, where daily rhythm, design, and opportunity align.

💰 PRICING & UNIT OPTIONS

🏝️ Lifestyle Buyers – La Unión

• For residents and mid-term rentals (strong demand) or long-term living.

• Rooftop pool, co-working, gym, and private sanctuary.

• Starting at $160K for one-bedroom residences.

💼 ROI Investors – La Central City Flats & Club

• Fully furnished and hotel-managed for short-term income.

• Tourism-licensed with optional lock-off layouts for dual-income flexibility.

• Starting at $188K; and two-bedroom options from $300 K–$379K.

• Early-tier pricing remains active, but only until November

• These are going fast with fewer than 40 residences left at launch price.

✅ NEXT STEPS

The opportunity is defined and the details are clear.
Now it’s about timing and how early access can work in your favor.

This isn’t a high-pressure launch. It’s a private, developer-direct call window arranged exclusively for STR Scout members.

1️⃣ Book your call with the developer.
2️⃣ Review available units, pricing, and incentives with developer.
3️⃣ Reserve your preferred unit with a small, fully refundable deposit.
4️⃣ Complete your due diligence: review floor plans, financials, and ROI data.
5️⃣ Finalize your contract when ready.

No pressure. No gimmicks. Just clarity and timing because right now, timing matters.

Buyers are moving fast through the remaining inventory, and once it’s gone, these prices won’t return.

It’s been more than a decade since value ratios were this compelling.
If you missed America’s boom, don’t miss Panama’s.

Savvy investors don’t chase hype. They move when access is early, pricing is right, and terms are favorable.

That moment is right now at Panama and Gran Central. Don’t miss this one.

End of Report

STR Scout Deal Briefing | Gran Central, Panama City