Land plot$449,000
Palmdale
4 bd 2 ba 158 m²
Land for Sale in the United States: Lots, Acreage and Rural Plots
5,767 land currently listed for sale in United States.
Land for sale in United States
24 properties shown
Land plot
Land plot$465,000
Woodland Hills
2 bd 2 ba 88 m²
Land plot$1,499,000
Moss Landing
2 bd 2 ba 223 m²
Land plot$3,695,000
Salinas
3 bd 3 ba 193 m²
Land plot$6,300,000
Soledad
3 bd 2 ba 122 m²
Land plot$4,795,000
Royal Oaks
5 bd 4 ba 285 m²
Land plot$555,000
Irvine
3 bd 2 ba 178 m²
Land plot$549,500
Fullerton
2 bd 2 ba 134 m²
Land plot$295,000
Lake Forest
2 bd 2 ba 134 m²
Land plot$995,000
San Clemente
3 bd 2 ba 130 m²
Land plot$470,000
Irvine
2 bd 2 ba 156 m²
Land plot$550,000
Fullerton
3 bd 2 ba 129 m²
Land plot$399,000
Irvine
2 bd 2 ba 134 m²
Land plot$614,000
Irvine
3 bd 2 ba 134 m²
Land plot$299,900
Cabazon
3 bd 2 ba 95 m²
Land plot$929,000
Temecula
3 bd 2 ba 149 m²
Land plot$699,000
Homeland
3 bd 2 ba 239 m²
Land plot$397,000
Lake Elsinore
3 bd 2 ba 134 m²
No photo available
Land plot$424,995
Wildomar
3 bd 2 ba 125 m²
Land plot$430,000
Perris
2 bd 2 ba 165 m²
Land plot$200,000
Perris
2 bd 2 ba 101 m²
Land plot$210,000
Hemet
3 bd 2 ba 145 m²
Land plot$799,900
Nuevo
4 bd 4 ba 202 m²
Land plot$350,000
Hemet
2 bd 1 ba 78 m²
Land in United States
There are 5,767 land listings among the 156,986 US properties on RealEstateAbroad. American land ranges from infill city lots to remote acreage, and the right questions are about access, utilities and zoning rather than the headline price per acre.
What drives land value
Land prices depend on location, zoning, utilities and access. Our US data shows a median asking price across all types of €535,491, with a median of €3,131 per m², but vacant land is priced differently from built property. A lot in a Florida subdivision such as around Cape Coral can cost a fraction of a house, while buildable lots near San Diego are expensive. Large rural acreage is often listed per acre.
Due diligence list
- Zoning and use. Ask the county what can be built and whether setbacks apply.
- Utilities. Check water, power, sewer or septic; a percolation test may be needed.
- Access. Make sure a legal road or easement serves the lot.
- Flood and wetland maps. Federal and state mapping can restrict building.
- Mineral and water rights. In some states these are severable.
- Title and survey. Buy title insurance and order a survey.
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Foreign buyers
There is no federal bar on foreigners owning land, but some states restrict ownership of agricultural land or land near military sites by certain foreign nationals. Check state law before offering. Capital gains and FIRPTA withholding apply on sale. Land loans are harder to get and require larger deposits, so many buyers pay cash. Review the US financing page and buying guide.
Alternatives
If you want a ready home, compare houses or condos. See also the US market analysis.
Taxes and holding costs
Vacant land is cheap to hold compared with a house, but not free. Property tax is assessed by the county, and rural parcels with agricultural classification can qualify for reduced rates if you keep farming or grazing. Insurance for vacant land is minimal, yet liability still matters if people use the lot. Overgrown or neglected parcels can attract municipal fines. Some subdivisions charge HOA dues even on empty lots and may require you to build within a set period. When you sell, foreign owners can face withholding at closing, which can be reduced by applying in advance for a certificate. Discuss this with a US tax adviser before buying.
Last updated 8 October 2026
Frequently asked questions
Can I build immediately after buying?
Only if the lot is zoned, serviced and permitted. Building permits can take months.
Why are some lots so cheap?
Often they lack utilities, legal access or are in flood zones. Investigate before buying.
Are land taxes lower?
Vacant land usually has lower property tax than built property, but rates vary by county.
Is a land survey needed?
Yes, order one to confirm boundaries and easements.
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