The Cortez Story
A friendship with purpose.
Cortez Estates began as a friendship project — six partners, three Nicaraguan and three Canadian, whose story together started in the early 1990s while working to expand financial opportunity through microfinance in Nicaragua. Decades later, that same spirit of trust and collaboration is what guides Cortez today.
From vision to reality.
In 2003, we purchased 70 manzanas (124 acres) of mountainside land with the vision of creating a community that would last. Over the years, the dream has evolved — from climbing the ridgeline with local neighbours to today's carefully designed plan for Cortez Estates.
Our goal has always been clear: to create a community that respects the natural beauty of the land, supports the surrounding area, and offers buyers the confidence that comes with real infrastructure, legal readiness and thoughtful planning.
What We Committed To
What would we want if we were the buyers?
Reliable Water
A high-output well to supply every lot.
Grid Power
Electricity delivered to each homesite.
Roads
With proper drainage, built to last.
Legal Readiness
Permits and documentation in order.
Construction Options
Access to trusted builders for those ready to begin.
Community Guidelines
A framework for harmony, privacy, and sustainability.
More than a development.
Cortez is not a speculative venture or a resort project. It is a community created by friends who care deeply about doing things the right way — for residents, for the land, and for the local community. Our commitment is simple: to build Cortez Estates as a place where nature, infrastructure, and lifestyle come together to create lasting value.
Get in Touch
We'd love to hear from you.
Questions about the land, the process, or the partners behind Cortez — just ask.