Costa Rica guides
Straight talk on buying, renting, and living in Costa Rica. What things cost, where people actually settle, and how the process really works.
September 2026 Costa Rica property market: 85,204 active listings, with Santa Cruz at the top
The CostaRicaRealtor data desk reads September 2026 as a wide, uneven market where seller expectations still need a hard check in several cantons.
What Property Management Actually Costs in Costa Rica
With expenses and unpredictable tenants, renting your property in Costa Rica isn't as easy as you think.
Renting Before Buying in Costa Rica: Why I Say It’s Worth Every Penny
Renting before buying can save you heartbreak and money. Here's my take, 12 years after moving here.
Off-Grid Living in Rural Costa Rica: The Real Costs in 2026
Living off-grid in Costa Rica offers freedom but comes with real costs and challenges.
August 2026 Costa Rica Property Market: 83,350 Active Listings
CostaRicaRealtor data desk sees a wide, uneven market in August 2026, with 83,350 active listings and real gaps between coastal pricing and Central Valley affordability.
Costa Rica's Short-Term Rental Rules: What's Real and What's Hype
Costa Rica does have a national short-term rental law (Ley 9742). What varies is the local layer and enforcement, so don't believe every rumor.
Costa Rica Living Costs: Coast vs. Central Valley
Discover true living costs in Costa Rica's coastal and Central Valley regions beyond the tourist ads.
Rainy Season in Costa Rica: 5 Unavoidable Facts About Drainage, Mold, and Maintenance
Rain doesn't mess around in Costa Rica. Here's what you need to know to protect your home.
Is New Construction in Costa Rica Worth It?
I bought and sold property in Costa Rica—here's the truth about new construction versus resale homes.
Monteverde Cloud Forest Property: 5 Tradeoffs When Buying Up High
Thinking about buying in Monteverde? Here's the real deal on living in the clouds.
5 Reasons Your Costa Rica Property Needs a Plano Catastrado
Overlooking the plano catastrado can cost you thousands. Here’s why it matters.
What a $500 Home Inspection in Costa Rica Catches, and the Six Things It Never Will
There's no inspector license here, no seller disclosure, and the report stops at the property line, so here's where your inspection money actually works.