Costa Rica Beach Real Estate & Surf Homes for Sale
Wave-rich Pacific coast and a stable, surfer-friendly market.
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Costa Rica real estate
Beach homes, lots, surf hotels and land for sale on Costa Rica's Pacific coast — Tamarindo, Nosara and Santa Teresa in the north, Jacó, Dominical and Uvita in the centre, and Pavones, Playa Zancudo and the Osa Peninsula in the south.
Foreigners can own titled property on the same terms as Costa Ricans, but the first 200 metres above the high-tide line follow different rules: the first 50 are public, and the next 150 are usually concession land rather than freehold.
There are currently 217 listings in Costa Rica on International Surf Properties, with homes and land for sale priced from $1,200 to $14,500,000.
Surfers shopping in Costa Rica also explore El Salvador, Guatemala and Nicaragua.
Frequently asked questions
Can foreigners buy beachfront property in Costa Rica?
Yes. Titled property carries the same rights for foreigners as for Costa Ricans. Within the 200-metre maritime zone, the first 50 metres are public and the next 150 are generally municipal concession land, which comes with its own rules on foreign ownership — have an independent attorney confirm what a listing actually holds.
Where can I buy real estate near the surf in Costa Rica?
Guanacaste (Tamarindo, Playa Negra, Nosara) and the Nicoya Peninsula (Santa Teresa) are the most developed markets; the central Pacific around Jacó, Dominical and Uvita is closest to San José; and the southern zone around Pavones and Playa Zancudo is remote, cheaper, and needs careful title checks.
Is Pavones real estate a good buy?
Pavones sits in front of one of the longest left point breaks in the world, at the end of the road on the southern Pacific. Much of the land there has a complicated ownership history, and many parcels are sold with possession rights rather than registered title, so budget for a thorough independent title review.
How much does a house or property in Costa Rica cost?
Properties for sale in Costa Rica currently listed on International Surf Properties range from $1,200 to $14,500,000, depending on location, size, and how close the property sits to the beach and the nearest break. Lots and land are usually the most affordable way in; beachfront homes and turnkey surf resorts sit at the top of the range.