Quindío draws the most homebuyers from Colombians living abroad

Quindío now leads Colombia for the share of new homes bought by Colombians living overseas, as remittances, lower prices and the Coffee Region’s appeal keep demand rising. Constructora CAMU is betting on that trend with Armóniko Living, a new project near Armenia’s airport aimed at buyers who want to live, rent or invest.

Why it matters: - Quindío has become Colombia’s top market for Colombians abroad looking to buy a home. - The trend is backed by rising remittances, tourism and prices that remain below Bogotá’s. - The shift is creating room for new residential projects built for both personal use and rental income.

What happened: - Camacol says 25.1% of new homes sold in Quindío are bought by Colombians living outside the country, the highest share in Colombia. - Camacol Quindío says 2,890 new homes were sold in the department between April 2025 and March 2026, a 39.5% increase from the previous period. - CAMU is developing Armóniko Living, an off-plan residential project on the outskirts of Armenia on the road to El Edén International Airport. - The project’s apartments come in one-, two- and three-bedroom formats and start at COP 562.7 million.

The details: - Banco de la República says Colombia received US$13.098 billion in remittances in 2025, up 10.6% from 2024. - As of November 2025, 12.1% of new homes sold in Colombia had been purchased by non-residents. - That non-resident share breaks down to 10% bought by Colombians living abroad and 2.1% by foreigners. - The United States and Spain are the main countries of origin for those buyers. - Camacol says the average price per square meter for homes bought by non-residents in Quindío is COP 4.4 million, compared with COP 6.5 million in Bogotá. - The Coffee Cultural Landscape of Colombia has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2011. - Colombia welcomed 4.68 million foreign visitors in 2025, up 3.8% from 2024, along with 1.5 million Colombians living abroad. - Armóniko Living is designed for use as a primary residence, a second home or a short-term rental for tourists and professionals visiting the region. - The project includes swimming pools, a gym and a padel court. - Armóniko Living is being designed and built in accordance with NSR-10, Colombia’s earthquake-resistant construction code, and follows required on-site safety protocols. - Constructora CAMU says the sales office is on the road to El Edén Airport, across from Ciudad Origen, and more information is available at the company's announcement.

Between the lines: - Quindío’s appeal is not just emotional or lifestyle-driven. The numbers show a buyer base with money to deploy and a preference for assets that can hold value and produce income. - CAMU’s positioning reflects that demand. The company is not just selling units; it is selling flexibility for owners who split time between countries. - Clarena Mejía Giraldo, general manager of Constructora CAMU, said Quindío is where many Colombians abroad, and a growing number of foreigners, are choosing to build wealth. - Mejía said Armóniko Living is meant to let buyers invest with peace of mind, use the apartment when they visit and generate income while away. - Constructora CAMU says its own sales data mirrors the broader trend: of 1,274 homes sold in Armenia, Manizales and Dosquebradas between 2019 and 2026, 49.9% were purchased by Colombians living abroad. - CAMU says that share is roughly five times the national average. - The company said it set a sales record in 2025 with 373 units sold. - CAMU said 65% of its customers buy to invest or rent. - Constructora CAMU says it has 40 years of experience in the Coffee Region, 150 direct employees and about 300 indirect jobs.

What's next: - CAMU is expected to keep targeting Colombians abroad and other investors drawn to the Coffee Region’s mix of tourism, affordability and rental potential. - Armóniko Living will compete in a market that is already expanding, with foreign demand and remittance flows still supporting sales. - The project’s near-airport location gives CAMU a key selling point for buyers who want access for personal stays and short-term rentals.

The bottom line: - Quindío has become a magnet for diaspora buyers, and CAMU is building for that exact audience.