Real estate in Costa Rica
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Costa Rica's real estate market spans Pacific surf towns, Caribbean lowlands, mountain coffee country, and a developing Central Valley. Foreign buyers have the same ownership rights as citizens — outside the maritime zone, where concession rules apply within 200 metres of the high tide line. The market is dollar-denominated in practice, transactions clear in weeks rather than months, and inventory turnover is high in tourist regions.
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Frequently asked questions
Can a foreigner buy property in Costa Rica?
Yes. Foreigners have the same property ownership rights as Costa Rican citizens for fee-simple property. The one exception is the maritime zone — within 200 metres of the high tide line — where land is held under a concession that must be majority-owned by a Costa Rican national or company.
What are the property taxes in Costa Rica?
Annual property tax is 0.25% of the registered property value — modest by US/Canadian standards. A separate luxury-home tax (0.25% to 0.55%) applies to homes whose construction value exceeds approximately $300,000.
Do I need residency to own property?
No. Property ownership and residency are unrelated. Many foreign owners buy first and apply for residency later if they intend to live in Costa Rica for more than the standard 90/180-day tourist allowance.
How long does a closing take?
A typical residential transaction closes in 30 to 60 days from offer acceptance. Closing costs run roughly 3–5% of the purchase price (notary, transfer tax, registration). Most properties are titled in the National Registry; verify clean title before any deposit.
What currency are listings priced in?
Most Costa Rica real estate is priced and transacted in US dollars, especially in tourist regions. Properties listed in colones (CRC) tend to be inland or aimed at local buyers.
When is the best season to view properties?
High season runs December through April — reliably dry, peak surf, every restaurant open. May through November (green season) is wetter, lusher, and quieter. Many buyers visit at least once in each season before committing — green-season visits surface drainage issues and access-road realities high season hides.
How are properties priced?
Asking prices vary by region. Premium beachfront in Nosara or Tamarindo can exceed $5M; inland mountain or river properties start under $200K. The market is fragmented — comparable sales data is less standardized than in the US, so a local agent’s knowledge of recent transactions is genuinely valuable.