Virgin Islands – Real Estate

Water Island – The smallest member of the Virgin Islands.

Water Island is the little sister at only 491.5 acres! There is very little commerce on the island at this time. For the most part residents work on St. Thomas and commute either on a small ferry or in their own personal dingy.

There are no gas stations, no malls, not large stores and no offices. There are a few cars and other modes of transport such as golf carts. No taxis or buses. Residents bring their groceries over from St. Thomas, as is the case with all other necessities of life.

Water Island residents have their own civic association that is responsible for island cleanups and overall island maintenance. There are a few rentals properties, mainly for seasonal vacationers. There are also a few apartment rentals. At this time there are no other forms of accommodations.

Life on Water Island is certainly different, and it does take someone who wants their own ‘private island atmosphere’ with all its pros and cons to be happy there, and many are – the population of Water Island is about 161 people (2000 census).

Water Island, located within St. Thomas’ Charlotte Amalie harbor, is a 491.5 acre treasure. The small population of fewer then 200 full and part time residents enjoy the tranquility of a largely commercial free island while having the conveniences of developed St. Thomas only a 10 minute boat/ferry ride away. Water Island’s real estate market is small and fairly exclusive. The real estate possibilities are very limited in quantity due to the island’s small size and to a very low turnover rate.