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Costa Rica Realtor has 124 commercial properties for sale in Escazú, San José, collected from agencies and portals across Costa Rica. Their median asking price is $695,000 ($1,450 per m2), updated November 2026.
Median home price
$695,000
Median price / m²
$1,450
Median rent / mo
$2,924
Listings here
124
Commercial: 124
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Property in Escazu, San Jose
Escazu is San Jose's most established upscale suburb, and its property market reflects a city on its doorstep: 3,051 live listings for sale and 1,392 for rent, with a median asking price of $380,000 ($1,364 per square meter) and a median rent of $2,200 a month.
The canton sits in the hills west of the capital, home to the headquarters of multinational companies and the Multiplaza shopping centre, and neighbourhoods like San Rafael and Bello Horizonte look down over the Central Valley. That corporate presence is a big part of why Escazu carries one of the largest long-term rental markets on the whole site, a pattern shared with its neighbour Santa Ana.
Houses lead the for-sale listings (2,183), with condos and apartments a strong second (1,448), well ahead of land (398) and commercial space (370). The size and density of the market, both for sale and for rent, make Escazu one of the most liquid property markets in the Central Valley, with new listings and price data updated continuously.
Buying property in Escazú, San José: common questions
For international buyers
Can foreigners buy property in Escazú, San José?
Yes. In Escazú, 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 Escazú, San José?
Asking prices in Escazú, San José currently run from $380,121 to $1,500,000, with a median of $695,000 (about $1,450/m²). There are 124 homes listed for sale right now.
Do I need residency to buy in Escazú, 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 Escazú, 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 Escazú, 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 Escazú, San José?
Right now, Escazú, San José listings for sale are mostly commercial (124). 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.