Guanacaste
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Beyond Tamarindo: 5 Affordable Spots in Guanacaste
Tamarindo has priced out many buyers. Discover where locals are now heading in Guanacaste.
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.
Dollars vs Colones: How Property Pricing Actually Works in Costa Rica
Most listings show a dollar price. That does not mean the transaction is simple. Here is what twelve years of buying, selling, and watching foreign buyers get confused has taught me.
5 Costa Rica Beach Towns That Are Still Affordable in 2026 (And What They Don't Tell You)
Tamarindo hit a median of $520,000. Santa Teresa is averaging over $2 million. Here are five towns where you can still get in without selling a kidney — and the real tradeoffs for each.
Best Areas for Expats to Buy Property in Costa Rica
A region-by-region guide to where different buyers actually fit, with verified costs and honest trade-offs.
Mejores zonas para que extranjeros compren propiedad en Costa Rica
Una guia region por region sobre donde encaja cada tipo de comprador, con costos verificados y advertencias practicas.