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Costa Rica Realtor has 6,874 condos and apartments for sale in San José, collected from agencies and portals across Costa Rica. Their median asking price is $225,000 ($2,222 per m2), updated October 2026.
Median home price
$225,000
Median price / m²
$2,222
Median rent / mo
$1,274
Listings here
6,874
Apartments / Condos: 6,874
Browse San José by canton
San Jose
2257 listings · $195,000
Escazu
1669 listings · $398,000
Santa Ana
1192 listings · $205,000
Curridabat
696 listings · $185,000
Montes de Oca
330 listings · $189,500
Tibas
188 listings · $175,000
Moravia
159 listings · $180,000
Mora
75 listings · $245,000
Perez Zeledon
54 listings · $320,000
Tarrazu
52 listings · $216,000
Desamparados
51 listings · $160,000
Alajuelita
47 listings · $148,000
Goicoechea
40 listings · $188,723
Puriscal
35 listings · $411,000
Acosta
12 listings · $445,000
Dota
6 listings · $233,000
Turrubares
4 listings · $258,700
Vazquez de Coronado
4 listings · $129,473
Aserri
3 listings · $522,279
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Buying property in San José: common questions
For international buyers
Can foreigners buy property in San José?
Yes. In 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 buy in San José?
Asking prices in San José currently run from $165,000 to $375,000, with a median of $225,000 (about $2,222/m²). There are 6,874 homes listed for sale right now.
Do I need residency to buy in 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 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 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 sale in San José?
Right now, San José listings for sale are mostly apartments / condos (6,874). 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.