A mid-2026 project update on Sienna Phase 2 in Las Terrenas: newly released lots, amenity construction progress, and the milestones still to come this year.
Sienna Phase 2 is now active on the ground in Las Terrenas — new El Jamito hillside lots have been released, amenity construction is underway on the 70-acre site, and the balance of 2026 brings a defined sequence of infrastructure and build milestones. If you have been tracking this new development from a distance, here is exactly where things stand as of July 2026 and what to expect through year-end.
At a Glance
- Phase 2 lots are released — part of Sienna's 93-lot, four-phase master plan on 70 acres (29 hectares).
- Lot prices still start at $74,100, with a projected $80,000+ at completion — the 20%-below-market pre-construction window is still open.
- Amenity construction is progressing on shared spaces, roads, and utility infrastructure in the El Jamito zone.
- CONFOTUR still applies — 15 years at 0% property tax and 0% transfer tax for qualifying buyers.
- A refundable $5,000 deposit holds a lot while your legal review runs.
What Is Sienna, and Where Does Phase 2 Fit?
Sienna is a 70-acre eco-development in the El Jamito hills above Las Terrenas, planned as 93 lots across four phases. Phase 2 is the current release, extending the community up the hillside from the first zone.
The master-plan context
Zone 1 set the template: 30 lots, 28 of them with ocean views, sitting at 150–300m elevation. That elevation does two jobs — it delivers the 90%+ ocean-view rate across the site, and it keeps homes above coastal hurricane-surge zones while catching the trade-wind breezes.
Phase 2 carries that logic further up the slope. Same design DNA, same protected-environment footprint (70 acres, with a large share left as native landscape), same 10-minute drive down to the Las Terrenas town center and beaches. If you want the full picture of the shared spaces being built out, our complete guide to Sienna amenities walks through the community plan zone by zone.
Takeaway: Phase 2 is not a separate project — it is the next tranche of the same master-planned community, priced to reward buyers who move before completion.
What New Lots Are Available in Phase 2?
Newly released Phase 2 lots are on sale now, and the entry pricing has not moved: lots start at $74,100, with a projected value of $80,000+ at completion.
Why the pricing still favors early buyers
Pre-construction pricing at Sienna runs roughly 20% below comparable completed properties, and Las Terrenas has historically appreciated 8–12% annually. Buy at the release price, and two forces work in your favor: the built-in pre-construction discount plus ongoing area appreciation.
Picture a Munich engineer who runs the numbers the way engineers do — comparing the release price against projected completion value, then layering the CONFOTUR exemption on top. The gap is what makes an early lot reservation rational rather than emotional.
For a like-for-like read on how release pricing compares to finished stock, see our breakdown of why Las Terrenas prices sit 20% below market.
A pre-construction lot is a timing decision more than a location decision — the location is fixed at 90%+ ocean views; the price is what changes as phases sell through.
Takeaway: Phase 2 lots start at $74,100 today; the projected completion figure of $80,000+ is the cost of waiting.
What Amenities Are Being Built in 2026?
Amenity and infrastructure work is the visible progress of 2026 — roads, utility runs, and the shared community spaces that define daily life at Sienna.
The infrastructure layer
Before villas rise, the groundwork goes in: access roads cut to preserve the hillside topography, solar-ready electrical infrastructure, and the water systems the eco-design depends on — rainwater harvesting and greywater recycling built into the site rather than bolted on later. Roughly 70% of landscaping uses native plants, which cuts irrigation demand from day one.
The shared spaces
Sienna's community layer leans into wellness and farm-to-table living: organic community gardens, nature trails, and gathering spaces oriented around the elevation and views. The social calendar and shared amenities are what turn 93 lots into a neighborhood — our look at the social side of Sienna covers how residents actually connect.
Takeaway: 2026's construction is foundational — roads, sustainable water and power infrastructure, and the community's first shared spaces.
What Milestones Are Coming Through the Rest of 2026?
The remainder of 2026 follows a sequenced build-out: finishing Phase 2 site infrastructure, continuing lot sales, and moving qualifying buyers through construction on their timelines.
| Track | Where it stands (July 2026) | Through year-end |
|---|---|---|
| Phase 2 lot sales | Released and selling | Continuing as inventory sells through |
| Site infrastructure | Roads & utilities in progress | Ongoing across the El Jamito zone |
| Amenities | Shared spaces under construction | Progressive completion |
| Owner onboarding | Active | CONFOTUR processing, portal reporting |
How you stay informed as an owner
Sienna's development process is built around transparency: regular construction progress reports with photos, open-book timelines, and an owner portal with financial reporting. If you buy in Phase 2, you are not guessing about progress from another continent. For the full sequence a Phase 1 buyer sees, our Sienna construction timeline maps the stages.
Takeaway: The rest of 2026 is about executing the sequence — infrastructure, sales, and onboarding — with documented reporting at each step.
Curious how a Phase 2 lot fits your goals?
Take the Sienna investment assessment — a few questions to match your budget, timeline, and usage plans against the current release. No pressure, no sales script.
How Does the CONFOTUR Benefit Apply to Phase 2 Buyers?
CONFOTUR gives qualifying Sienna buyers 15 years at 0% property tax and 0% transfer tax, plus reduced income tax on rental properties — worth $50,000+ over 15 years.
Why it matters at the lot stage
The standard Dominican property tax (IPI) is 1% annually above the exemption threshold set by the tax authority, DGII; transfer tax is normally 3% of value. CONFOTUR waives both for approved tourism-development projects under Law 158-01. The Dominican tourism ministry's incentive framework is administered through the CONFOTUR program under MITUR, and buying at the lot stage means the exemption clock and your low entry price start together.
Compared with Florida's 1–2% annual property tax with no equivalent exemption, the difference compounds meaningfully over a 15-year hold. The Dominican Republic's investment appeal here is underpinned by consistent tourism growth across the region, tracked in UN Tourism's regional arrivals data.
For the mechanics, our CONFOTUR explainer and the Law 158-01 breakdown show exactly how the savings accrue.
Takeaway: Phase 2 lots qualify for CONFOTUR — locking a low price and a 15-year tax exemption in the same move.
Should You Buy a Lot Now or Wait?
For most warm prospects tracking Sienna, the case for reserving during Phase 2 rests on price and tax timing — not on urgency tactics. Here is the honest trade-off.
Who should move now
- Buyers who want the $74,100 entry rather than the projected $80,000+ completion price.
- Anyone planning a 5–10 year hold who benefits most from the full 15-year CONFOTUR window.
- Those comfortable with pre-construction — knowing infrastructure precedes their villa.
Who might reasonably wait
- Buyers who need to walk finished shared amenities before committing.
- Anyone whose financing or currency position isn't settled — worth resolving first via our financing options for international buyers.
The market context supports patience-with-a-plan rather than sitting out entirely — see the Las Terrenas market forecast to 2030 for the appreciation trajectory. Regional prime-property demand has held firm across the Caribbean, as documented in Knight Frank's global wealth research.
Takeaway: If you want the lowest entry and the longest tax runway, Phase 2 is the window; if you need finished amenities to decide, a short wait is defensible.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do Sienna Phase 2 lots cost?
Lots start at $74,100, with a projected value of $80,000+ at completion. A refundable $5,000 deposit reserves a lot while your legal review proceeds.
Do Phase 2 lots have ocean views?
Sienna's El Jamito location delivers a 90%+ ocean-view rate across the development, thanks to its 150–300m hillside elevation. Specific view exposure varies by lot position.
Does CONFOTUR apply to Phase 2 purchases?
Yes. Qualifying buyers receive 15 years of 0% property tax and 0% transfer tax, for total savings of $50,000+ over 15 years under Law 158-01.
How will I track construction from abroad?
Sienna provides regular photo progress reports, open-book timelines, and an owner portal with financial reporting — plus multilingual support in English, French, Spanish, and German.
How big is the overall development?
Sienna spans 70 acres (29 hectares) with 93 lots across four phases. Phase 2 is the current release.
Where This Leaves You
Phase 2 is live: new lots at the $74,100 starting price, amenity and infrastructure construction underway on the El Jamito hillside, and a defined milestone sequence carrying through the rest of 2026 — all under the same CONFOTUR-qualifying, 90%+-ocean-view master plan as Zone 1.
If you have been watching from the sidelines, the sensible move is a closer look while release pricing holds. Browse the current Phase 2 lots to see what is available, or run your numbers through the Sienna ROI tools to test how a lot reservation performs on your timeline. Either way, you will be deciding on facts and figures — not pressure.
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Written by
Sienna Terrenas Editorial Team
The Sienna Terrenas editorial team covers buying, owning, and living in Las Terrenas, Dominican Republic — from the purchase process and CONFOTUR tax strategy to villa construction and Caribbean community life, drawing on the team's on-the-ground experience in the area. Meet the Sienna Terrenas team.
