Buying property: Costa Rica real-estate guides

Concrete infinity pool at a Guanacaste hillside villa overlooking Papagayo Gulf on a dry season afternoon, small fishing boats visible on the water below

What $1 Million Actually Gets You in Costa Rica's Luxury Market Right Now

Twelve years buying and selling here taught me the difference between a well-priced property and an overbuilt vanity project, and in this market, that gap runs into hundreds of thousands of dollars.

Jul 5, 2026

Tropical hillside homes overlooking a Pacific bay in Costa Rica at golden hour

The Complete Guide to Buying Property in Costa Rica

Everything foreigners need to know about titled land, maritime-zone concessions, due diligence, corporate structures, and closing costs before signing anything.

Jun 25, 2026

Dry golden Guanacaste landscape beside a green jungle ridge above Uvita, showing the climate contrast between Costa Rica's two main expat regions

Guanacaste vs the Southern Zone: How Expats Actually Choose

Two completely different Costa Ricas. One dry, flat, and easy to reach. The other green, steep, and a two-hour dirt road from the nearest city. Here is how to figure out which one is for you.

Jun 18, 2026