GORGONA · CHAME, PANAMÁ OESTE · UPDATED OCTOBER 2026
Gorgona Real Estate for Sale
Beach condos, surf houses and building lots in Nueva Gorgona and Playa Malibu, about an hour west of Panama City and five minutes from Coronado.
Quick Facts
~1 hour
Drive to Panama City (about 79 km)
4 km
Of beach, including the Malibu surf break
$55K
Building lots near the beach from
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Agent commission for buyers
Living in Gorgona
In short: Gorgona, officially Nueva Gorgona, is a beach town in the district of Chame, about 79 km and an hour west of Panama City on the Pan-American Highway. We currently have 26 properties for sale here: 14 houses, 7 condos, 4 building lots and a palm-plantation estate, from $55,000 for a lot near the beach to $1.5 million for an oceanfront penthouse. Half of them ask $215,000 or less.
The beach runs for about 4 km, with a mix of light and dark volcanic sand, a small fish market and the Malibu surf break, one of the best-known waves on this coast. The water is usually calm, but there is an undertow in places, so ask locally before you swim with children.
Gorgona is quieter than Coronado, five minutes to the west, which has the supermarkets, banks, clinics and golf that most owners use. Along the sand you will find condo towers with pools and security; in the streets behind them, houses on generous lots, many with their own pool. That mix makes Gorgona one of the few places on this coast where you can choose between a lock-and-leave condo and a house with a garden at a similar price.
Nearby area guides: Coronado · Chame and Punta Chame · San Carlos · Beachfront property
Gorgona Properties for Sale
Our listings in Gorgona run from furnished beach apartments and new beachfront one-bedroom condos to family houses with pools, an oceanfront house at Playa Malibu, flat building lots and a palm-plantation estate. Below is a selection; use the button below the listings to see them all, or contact us about Gorgona homes and land that have not been advertised yet.
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What Your Money Buys, Per Square Metre
Asking prices per m² of living space from our current Gorgona listings, October 2026. A snapshot of asking prices, not completed sales.
Oceanfront penthouse
~US$5,900
Beachfront houses, Playa Malibu
~US$3,100
Newer beach and ocean-view condos
US$2,450–3,100
Larger beach apartments
~US$1,650
Houses behind the beach
US$700–1,600
Building lots near the beach ask about US$55 to US$130 per m² of land. Frontline sand and sea views carry the biggest premium; inland, the size of the lot and whether the house has a pool matter more than the floor area.
Weekend Home or Full-Time Living?
Gorgona works for both, which is part of its appeal: city families come for weekends and holidays, while retirees, surfers and remote workers live here all year.
Weekend and Part-Time Owners
A furnished beach condo with security, pools and on-site management
Rental rules that allow short stays if you want income while away
Five minutes to Coronado for groceries on the way in
Easy highway access and covered parking
Gorgona’s beach condos are usually the starting point
Full-Time Residents
A house on its own lot, often with a pool and room for a garden
Coronado’s supermarkets, clinics and banks five minutes away
Water storage, a backup generator and reliable internet for working from home
A quieter street a block or two back from the beach
Houses here usually give more space for the money than a condo
Gorgona and the Beaches Around It
Gorgona sits in the middle of the most popular stretch of beach west of Panama City. These are the beaches you pass on the Pan-American Highway, with typical drive times from the city in normal traffic. Expect longer on holiday weekends.
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Punta Chame · About 1 h 15 min from Panama City
A narrow peninsula with beaches on both sides and one of Panama’s top kitesurfing spots, with steady dry-season winds. Mainly beachfront lots, homes and small developments, with few services nearby.
Best for: Kitesurfers, nature lovers, a quiet retreat
Chame Town · About 50 min to 1 h from Panama City
A traditional Panamanian town on the highway with local shops and everyday life, a short drive from the beaches. Homes usually cost less than on the coast itself.
Best for: Value buyers who want a local setting
Las Lajas · About 1 h from Panama City
One of the widest, longest beaches on this coast, quiet and low-key, with beach houses and land.
Best for: Family weekend homes and buyers wanting space
Gorgona and Playa Malibu · About 1 h from Panama City
Oceanfront condo towers along the sand and houses on larger lots behind them, with the Malibu surf break and a small fish market. Coronado’s shops are five minutes away.
Best for: Condo buyers, surfers and families who want a house with a pool
Coronado · About 1 h to 1 h 15 min from Panama City
The most established community, with supermarkets, banks, restaurants, clinics, golf, gated beach and golf communities, and the largest expat community on the coast.
Best for: Retirees, full-time residents and golfers
San Carlos · About 1 h 15 min to 1 h 30 min from Panama City
A quieter beach town with its own supermarket, older beach houses, newer oceanfront condos and resort-style communities. A short drive west of Coronado.
Best for: Value and condo buyers, long-term residents
El Palmar · Just past San Carlos from Panama City
A small beach community known for its surf break and relaxed, local feel, with beach houses and small condo buildings.
Best for: Surfers and laid-back beach living
Río Hato and Playa Blanca · Further west from Panama City
Home to the regional airport and the resorts and communities around Playa Blanca and Farallón.
Best for: Resort living and easy air access
Gorgona Buyer’s Checklist
Most buyers here choose between a beach condo and a house or lot behind the beach. Check these before you commit.
Condos
Monthly HOA fees, what they cover, and that the seller’s fees are paid up to date
The reserve fund, any planned special assessments and the seawall if the building is on the sand
Short-term rental, pet and renovation rules in the condominium (PH) bylaws
Backup generator, water storage and how the building is managed
Recent comparable sales in the same building
Houses and Lots
Whether the property has registered title or only rights of possession
The water supply: municipal connection, well or storage tanks, and dry-season pressure
A survey of the boundaries and the coastal setback if the lot is near the beach
Road access, drainage and, for older houses, the roof and wiring
Liens, unpaid property tax and the registration at the Public Registry
Day Trips and Things to Do
Surf the Malibu Break
Gorgona’s own wave, at Playa Malibu, draws surfers from Panama City most weekends.
El Valle de Antón
A cooler mountain town set in a volcanic crater, an easy day trip for hiking, markets and fresh air.
Kitesurf at Punta Chame
Steady dry-season winds make the nearby peninsula one of Panama’s best-known kitesurfing spots.
Golf in Coronado
Coronado’s golf course and gated golf communities are five minutes west along the highway.
Beach Days Along the Coast
Wide beaches from Las Lajas to San Carlos, with fishing, paddleboarding and long walks.
Panama City
About an hour away for hospitals, specialists, shopping, restaurants and Tocumen International Airport.
Gorgona Real Estate FAQ
Where is Gorgona, Panama?
Gorgona, officially Nueva Gorgona, is a beach town and corregimiento in the district of Chame, in the province of Panamá Oeste. It is about 79 km west of Panama City on the Pan-American Highway, roughly an hour’s drive, between Chame and Coronado.
How much does property cost in Gorgona?
Across our 26 current listings, asking prices run from $55,000 for a building lot near the beach to $1.5 million for an oceanfront penthouse, and half ask $215,000 or less. Houses ask from $95,000 to $950,000, and condos from $128,000 to $1.5 million. These are asking prices from October 2026, not closed sales.
Should I buy in Gorgona or Coronado?
Coronado has the most services, golf and gated communities. Gorgona is five minutes away, quieter, and has more condos on the sand and houses on bigger lots for the price. Many owners live in Gorgona and shop in Coronado. Compare both with our Coronado guide.
Can foreigners buy property in Gorgona?
Yes. Foreigners have the same property rights as Panamanians and can own titled property in their own name or through a Panamanian corporation or foundation. Gorgona is well outside the border zones where foreign ownership is restricted. Use an independent attorney to check the title before you buy.
Is Gorgona good for rental income?
Furnished beach condos are the easiest to rent, mostly to Panama City families at weekends and on holidays, so income is seasonal. Check the building’s short-term rental rules first and budget for management and cleaning.
Do buyers pay a commission?
No. As a buyer you pay no agent commission when you buy through us; the seller pays it. Your own costs are mainly your attorney, notary and registry fees.
About This Guide
Written by Ken Norton, founder of Panama Properties, a licensed buyer’s brokerage. Our team works along this coast regularly, viewing homes, checking buildings and showing buyers around, alongside independent attorneys, inspectors and property managers. Figures reflect our 26 current Gorgona listings and were last reviewed in October 2026.
Find Your Place in Gorgona
Tell us whether you want a weekend condo, a full-time home or a lot to build on, your budget and how close to the beach you want to be. We will send a shortlist, arrange viewings in person or by video, and check the building or the title before you commit.
Message us on WhatsApp at +507 6169-2453. Buyers pay no agent commission.
Panama Properties
Unit 1 Plaza Pedasí (Super Pedasí Plaza)
Pedasí, Los Santos 7401, Panama
WhatsApp: +507 6169-2453
Email: ken@panama-properties.com