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Costa Rica Realtor has 843 commercial properties for sale in San Jose, San José, collected from agencies and portals across Costa Rica. Their median asking price is $626,535 ($1,211 per m2), updated November 2026.
Median home price
$626,536
Median price / m²
$1,212
Median rent / mo
$2,504
Listings here
843
Commercial: 843
Browse San Jose, San José by district
Hospital
390 listings · $650,000
Pavas
77 listings · $600,000
Carmen
74 listings · $1,000,000
Catedral
56 listings · $550,000
Mata Redonda
52 listings · $575,000
Uruca
50 listings · $870,000
Merced
42 listings · $500,000
San Francisco de Dos Ríos
42 listings · $991,691
Zapote
24 listings · $559,368
San Sebastián
19 listings · $435,242
Hatillo
12 listings · $291,041
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Buying property in San Jose, San José: common questions
For international buyers
Can foreigners buy property in San Jose, San José?
Yes. In San Jose, 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 Jose, San José?
Asking prices in San Jose, San José currently run from $302,229 to $1,250,000, with a median of $626,535 (about $1,211/m²). There are 843 homes listed for sale right now.
Do I need residency to buy in San Jose, 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 Jose, 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 Jose, 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 Jose, San José?
Right now, San Jose, San José listings for sale are mostly commercial (843). 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.