How is land measured in Mauritius?
In Mauritius, regarding land measurement units, the Anglo-Saxon system is still current. When you go to buy, sell or invest in real estate in Mauritius, you will probably hear about arpent, perch, square foot or even toise. The square meter is very little used between individuals. The most used unit of land measurement in Mauritius is the acre.
To fully understand real estate listings and make informed transactions, it is important to become familiar with the different units of land measurement and their conversions.
Here are the main units of measurement to know:
Arpent which is the most common unit of land measurement in Mauritius. It is used as the basis for many real estate transactions. One acre is equivalent to approximately 4,220.87 square meters. For greater precision, acres are often divided into perches.
Perch which represents 1/100th of an acre, or approximately 42.21 square meters. Ideal for measuring small areas.
Square foot which is used in many countries, including Mauritius. One square meter is approximately 10.76 square feet.
Toise, the unit of measurement less used today, but traditionally used in Mauritius. It is useful for understanding old land descriptions. One perch is equivalent to 11.11 toises.
It is crucial to convert these units of measurement in order to adequately value land or property in Mauritius.
When purchasing land in Mauritius, it is important to understand the units of measurement used in the description of the property. In short, here is a summary of the essential conversions to know:
1 acre = 100 perches = 1,111 toises = 4,220.87 square meters = 45,433.06 square feet
1 perch = 11.11 toises = 42.21 square meters = 454.3306 square feet
Take the example of purchasing a plot of land of 15 perches, which involves purchasing approximately 633.13 square meters.
Do not hesitate to ask your DECORDIER estate agent for clarification if you have any doubts. By understanding the units of measurement of land in Mauritius, you will be better equipped to make informed decisions when planning your property project.
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