Apartment for Sale in Chile Chico | 292.5 m² | $260.000.000

Prices for apartments in Chile Chico typically range from UF 1,200 to UF 3,000, with an average around UF 2,000. The UF (Unidad de Fomento) is Chile's inflation-adjusted currency unit used in real estate. At current rates, UF 1 is approximately USD $45.

Yes. Chile allows foreigners to buy property with the same rights as Chilean citizens. In the Aysen Region, some areas near international borders require DIFROL authorization from the Ministry of Defense. This is a standard administrative process (not a prohibition) that typically takes 2 to 4 weeks. You will need a Chilean RUT (tax ID), which can be obtained as a foreign investor.

The process involves four steps: (1) sign a promesa de compraventa (purchase agreement) with a deposit, (2) conduct a title study at the Conservador de Bienes Raices, (3) sign the escritura publica (deed) before a notary, and (4) register the property transfer. The full process typically takes 30 to 60 days. Chilean banks offer mortgages in UF at 3.5 to 5.5% annual rates with up to 80% financing.

Chile Chico has summers reaching 25°C and winters dropping to 0°C, with approximately 500mm of annual rainfall. Residents enjoy Unique sunny microclimate in Patagonia, Cherry and fruit production, Lake General Carrera. The town offers Chile Chico Hospital, High school, Border crossing to Argentina, Airstrip. The regional capital Coyhaique is 330 km away.