You can't spell Bariloche without "BA" and you still have to fly through BA to get there.

As the name of the site implies, we try to keep the focus on the City and Province of Buenos Aires which includes Argentina’s portion of The Tango Coast. Still, there are times when foreign media outlets put the spotlight on other corners of this amazing country, and InvestBA readers should explore the opportunities that exist beyond BA.

The New York Times gives readers such an opportunity today with the Great Homes & Destinations section showcasing San Carlos de Bariloche, a beautiful resort town at the base of the Andes in Argentina’s beautiful Lakes Region. The House Hunting home in question is a 4 bed/3 bath lakefront house on half an acre for $1.3 million, and the slide show is available here.

The article offers a wide range of useful information for anyone contemplating real estate investment in Argentina. The majority of buyers today are from Argentina; however, “buyers from Europe and the United States are also common.”

“There are no major restrictions for foreigners buying property in Argentina,” the Times notes, and home prices in this corner of Patagonia range from $100-$190/square foot compared to approximately $160-$280 in Palermo or $230-$460 in Recoleta.

And while home buyers in Argentina typically pay a 3-4% commission, that is more than offset over time by low property taxes relative to the U.S., Canada and Europe. The tax bill on the 4,300 square foot home featured here is around $600/year. For those planning their initial exploratory visit, the Times recommends the Llao Llao as an ideal Bariloche basecamp.

For more information about Bariloche real estate, download the new issue of InvestBA Privada.