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Buying land
When it's your land, you're in control
- More control than renting
- Choose from a vast range of locations, sizes, and prices
- Multiple ways to buy
Find the perfect fit for you
All shapes and sizes
Choosing a parcel means deciding how much space you need and how much you can afford.
As a general rule, larger parcels of land cost more than smaller ones, but parcels in desirable areas or situated on the coastline can command substantial premiums.
When browsing parcels, the Map can tell you the size and price, and importantly, the L$ price per square meter. This can give you a great way to compare differently-sized parcels.
Every imaginable theme
It’s a big world, and wonderfully diverse
Second Life is home to so many people who bring their own passions and interests. Chances are good that whatever you’re into, a community of people who share your interest are here too, and what better way to get acquainted than to buy a parcel in their part of the world?
There are many to find those who share your interests, use Search to find interesting areas and groups and always visit parcel a parcel before deciding to buy.
Maturity level matters
The region that a parcel is in can have maturity levels that may not match your preference
Furthermore, in many cases, parcels in Adult regions can be significantly more expensive. When you’re evaluating parcels for sale, it pays to pay attention to the maturity level of surrounding areas and to be clear about your preferences.
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MModerate
AAdult (18+)
All shapes and sizes
Choosing a parcel means deciding how much space you need and how much you can afford.
As a general rule, larger parcels of land cost more than smaller ones, but parcels in desirable areas or situated on the coastline can command substantial premiums.
When browsing parcels, the Map can tell you the size and price, and importantly, the L$ price per square meter. This can give you a great way to compare differently-sized parcels.
Every imaginable theme
It’s a big world, and wonderfully diverse
Second Life is home to so many people who bring their own passions and interests. Chances are good that whatever you’re into, a community of people who share your interest are here too, and what better way to get acquainted than to buy a parcel in their part of the world?
There are many to find those who share your interests, use Search to find interesting areas and groups and always visit parcel a parcel before deciding to buy.
Maturity level matters
The region that a parcel is in can have maturity levels that may not match your preference
Furthermore, in many cases, parcels in Adult regions can be significantly more expensive. When you’re evaluating parcels for sale, it pays to pay attention to the maturity level of surrounding areas and to be clear about your preferences.
More choices. More control.
Once you own a parcel of land, you have a greater range of options and powerful tools to use your land however you like:
Once you own your parcel, it’s yours to do with as you choose. You can rent it to other people, or sell it and make a profit. You are in control.
Raise or lower your terrain, sculpt landforms, and more. Subject to the permissions set by your region.
Close your parcel to everyone except your friends, or you can open it to everyone in Second Life!
Commonly asked questions about land
Why would I want to buy land?
When you buy land in Second Life, it gives you a space that you can customize however you want, and a canvas where your creations can come to life. Land in Second Life is a place to call home, where you can invite friends to hang out, hold events, and more. Many of the virtual items you purchase in Second Life, like clothes, accessories and cars, can be used anywhere, anytime. But if you purchase a house, a garden, or an entire forest, you're going to need somewhere to put them: your own plot of land!
How much land do I need?
It all depends on what your goal for the land is. For starters, consider how much physical space you need to accommodate your creations. Also, if you want to use a parcel for several purposes, bear in mind that you can add multiple areas by building in the sky above your land as well. Another big consideration is what the land object allowance of a parcel may be. This determines how many objects your land can hold. To learn more about this, check out this Knowledge Base article.
How do I find parcels for sale?
There are many ways to find land in Second Life. If you're logged in using the Second Life Viewer, you can go into the Search menu, and click on the Land tab. This will give you a sortable price list of different areas of land. Or on the web, you can use Search to find land to buy, rent, or bid on in land auctions. Here’s a useful overview on buying land in Second Life.
How many objects can I put on my parcel?
Determining the number of objects you can place on a given parcel of land (referred to as “land impact”) has many factors, such as how big the parcel is and how complex the objects are. To learn more about how land impact works, check out this Knowledge Base article.
How do I sell land that I own?
This article focuses on the mechanics of selling parcels of land.
What is tier?
The Land Use Fee (also known as a "Tier Fee") is a monthly charge for land owned in addition to membership fees. Land use fees are billed based on the peak amount of land held during your previous 30 day billing cycle. More on Land Use Fees can be found here.
What is a covenant?
A covenant is a kind of contract, defined by the owner of the Private Region, to which you must agree before buying the land. It may outline details such as local theme, rental fees, architectural regulations, and rules of behavior.
Okay, I have land. Now what?
Once you have land, begin shopping around for a prefab home, shop or office. Or learn how to build your own home, and begin constructing your virtual masterpiece. For more information on buying things for your land, go here. For more information on building, go here. And congratulations: we can't wait to see what you're going to do with your new space!
Buy on mainland
The mainland continents form the core of Second Life’s vibrant community.
- Terraform range:
- Usually +/- 4 m
- Custom terrain textures and environment settings?:
- Not permitted
- Land usage rules:
- Mainland policies, also ask region owner
*The Terms of Service always apply.
Buy on private estates
Private estates offer more variety of options, both for land owners and those who rent from them.
- Terraform range:
- Up to +/- 100 m
- Custom terrain textures and environment settings?:
- Determined by region owner
- Land usage rules:
- Region owner’s covenant
*The Terms of Service always apply.
