What makes it special
- The beach has about 600 metres of sand, coconut palms, a boardwalk and calm water for swimming, stand-up paddle and kayaking (Prefeitura de Ilhabela).
- The Capela de São Benedito stands on the seafront and is used by locals, and people freedive near the pier and the rocks at the left end of the beach (Turismo Ilhabela).
- The Festival da Tainha takes place at Praia Grande in early July: 2026 was the 15th edition, with three days of mullet dishes and shows (Prefeitura de Ilhabela).
- The Praia Grande health clinic (UBS) opened in 2016, with six consulting rooms plus nursing and vaccination rooms (Prefeitura de Ilhabela).
What to weigh
- In the February 2023 storm, part of the paving and the seafront structure at Praia Grande broke; the city announced a retaining wall, drainage and a rebuilt seafront (Prefeitura de Ilhabela).
- The city describes the beach as good for people who like busier options (Prefeitura de Ilhabela), and the Festival da Tainha brings national acts for three nights (Prefeitura de Ilhabela). Near the seafront, expect crowds and sound on those days.
- After the heavy rain of February 2021, Praia Grande was among the neighbourhoods with limited water (Prefeitura de Ilhabela). A water tank is worth having.
Who it suits
Arvita’s reading, based on the facts above.
- Families with young children: calm sea, a playground and a health clinic in the neighbourhood.
- People who want to live in the south without being too far from the ferry.
- People who like a beach with people, kiosks and events.
Living here
- Municipal hospital: 6.0 km by car.
- Ferry terminal: 6.6 km by car.
- Nearest health unit: UBS Costa Sul, 1.8 km.
- The Aquabus, the town’s passenger boat, stops here.
- Public schools nearby: E.M. Natã Ugo Soares Domingos (municipal, 0.2 km); E.M. Profª Maria Aparecida Braga Roman (municipal, 0.2 km); E.M. Profª Nilce Signorini (municipal, 0.2 km).
Approximate driving distances from the centre of the neighborhood, as of 2026-11-03. Schools and health units whose address could be placed on the map; there may be others. Map: © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Beaches
Praia Grande.
The market here
Asking prices in listings, not sale prices. Median of active listings from Ilhabela agencies Arvita follows daily, each property counted once, as of 2026-11-03. Figures appear only with at least 5 listings.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a house cost in Praia Grande?
The typical (median) asking price of houses listed in Praia Grande is R$ 2.800.000, from 14 listings Arvita followed as of 2026-11-03. It is an asking price, not a sale price.
How many properties are for sale in Praia Grande?
As of 2026-11-03, 27 properties listed for sale, each counted once even when several agencies list it.
How far is Praia Grande from the ferry?
About 6.6 km by car from the centre of the neighborhood to the ferry terminal.
How far is Praia Grande from the hospital?
The municipal hospital is about 6.0 km by car from the centre of the neighborhood. The nearest health unit is UBS Costa Sul, 1.8 km away.
Which schools are near Praia Grande?
E.M. Natã Ugo Soares Domingos, E.M. Profª Maria Aparecida Braga Roman, E.M. Profª Nilce Signorini. Distances and type for each in the Living here section.
Where in Ilhabela is Praia Grande?
Praia Grande is in the South part of the island.
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