Real estate in Nosara, Costa Rica
818 active listings from every agency in Nosara, updated daily.
Nosara sits on Costa Rica's Nicoya Peninsula, on the Pacific coast of Guanacaste. The town is best known for surf, yoga, and its proximity to the Refugio Nacional de Vida Silvestre Ostional, where olive ridley turtles arrive in mass nestings every month. Property here ranges from beachfront lots in Playa Guiones to jungle-canopy homes in Esperanza, with an active agency presence and steadily rising prices over the last decade.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the average property price in Nosara?
Nosara active listings span a wide range — from sub-$300K lots inland to $10M+ beachfront estates. Most homes in established neighbourhoods like Playa Guiones trade between $700K and $2.5M depending on size, lot, and ocean proximity.
Is Nosara a good place to invest?
Nosara has seen sustained price appreciation over the last decade, driven by limited supply, strong rental demand from surf and yoga tourism, and protected zoning around the Ostional refuge. Investors typically focus on rental-friendly homes in Guiones or Pelada and beachfront lots that retain land value.
Which neighbourhood is most walkable?
Playa Guiones is the most walkable area — most cafés, yoga studios, and the main beach access are within walking or short bike-ride distance. Pelada and Esperanza are quieter but typically require a car.
Do I need to be a Costa Rican citizen to buy property?
No. Foreigners have the same property ownership rights as citizens in Costa Rica, with one exception: maritime zone properties (within 200m of the high tide line) require a concession that can only be majority-held by a Costa Rican national or company.
How are the roads to Nosara?
The main routes are paved as of recent improvements. From Liberia Airport (LIR), drive time is roughly 2 to 2.5 hours.
What is the rental income potential?
Well-located 3–4 bedroom homes in Guiones can generate $60K–$120K+ in gross annual rental revenue depending on standard, with peak weekly rates in high season (December–April) often $3,500–$7,000+. Long-term yields are typically 4–7% gross.
When is the best time of year to visit before buying?
High season runs December through April with reliably dry weather and big surf. May through November is the green season — wetter, lusher, fewer tourists, and a clearer view of how a property handles rain. Most buyers visit at least once in each season before committing.
Are property taxes high in Costa Rica?
Annual property tax is 0.25% of the registered property value — modest by US/Canadian standards. Luxury homes above a threshold (currently around $300K of construction value) pay an additional 0.25%–0.55% solidarity tax.