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Costa Rica Realtor has 61 homes for rent in San Rafael, San José, collected from agencies and portals across Costa Rica. Their median monthly asking rent is $2,436, updated November 2026.
Median home price
$575,000
Median price / m²
$1,647
Median rent / mo
$2,437
Listings here
89
What does property cost in San Rafael, San José?
The median long-term rent in San Rafael, San José is $2,437/mo across 60 observed rental asking prices.
Source: CostaRicaRealtor.com Price Index · Calculated November 10, 2026 · Asking prices; partial coverage
Commercial: 51Apartments / Condos: 6Houses: 4
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Buying property in San Rafael, San José: common questions
For international buyers
Can foreigners buy property in San Rafael, San José?
Yes. In San Rafael, San José, foreign buyers have the same ownership rights as Costa Rican citizens over titled (fee-simple) property — you can own it outright in your own name, with no residency requirement. The one exception is beachfront inside the Maritime Zone.
How much does it cost to rent in San Rafael, San José?
The median monthly asking rent in San Rafael, San José is $2,436. There are 61 rentals available right now.
Do I need residency to buy in San Rafael, San José?
No. You can buy titled property without any residency or citizenship. An investment of $150,000 or more in property (a threshold temporarily reduced from $200,000) can, in fact, qualify you to apply for temporary residency as an investor.
What taxes will I pay owning property in San Rafael, San José?
A one-time 1.5% transfer tax at purchase, charged on the higher of the sale price and the registered fiscal value; then an annual property tax of 0.25% of registered value. Homes whose construction value exceeds the yearly luxury-home threshold (₡143 million for 2026, about $270,000) also pay the annual Solidarity — "luxury home" — tax on a sliding scale.
Should I hold title personally or through a company?
Both are common. Many buyers hold property in a Costa Rican corporation (S.A. or S.R.L.) for estate-planning and liability reasons; others hold it personally. A local attorney can advise which fits your situation.
What does the buying process look like in San Rafael, San José?
A licensed notary (who in Costa Rica must be an attorney) handles the transfer and registers it with the Registro Nacional. Budget roughly 3.5–4% of the price for closing costs (transfer tax, legal fees and stamps). Buyers commonly use an escrow service — verify its SUGEF registration, which is anti-money-laundering oversight, not a guarantee of the funds.
What kinds of property are for rent in San Rafael, San José?
Right now, San Rafael, San José listings for rent are mostly commercial (51). Use the type filter to see only houses, apartments, lots or commercial units.
General information, not legal advice. Costa Rican property law and tax thresholds change — confirm specifics with a licensed Costa Rican attorney before buying.