Costa Rica Surf Property Prices
The median asking price for a surf property in Costa Rica is $449,000 across 199 priced listings on International Surf Properties (updated 12 November 2026).
Last updated · Asking prices in US dollars from live listings
- Median asking price
- $449,000
- Listings for sale
- 205
- Lowest asking price
- $15,000
- Highest asking price
- $14,500,000
Asking prices by property type in Costa Rica
Each type links to its listings in this country. A listing filed under more than one type counts in each.
| Property type | Listings | Median | Lowest | Highest |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lots & Land | 81 | $150,000 | $15,000 | $6,300,000 |
| Villas & Houses | 79 | $449,000 | $65,000 | $6,200,000 |
| Surf Resorts & Camps | 34 | $1,200,000 | $295,000 | $10,000,000 |
| Commercial Properties | 6 | $1,095,000 | $750,000 | $14,500,000 |
| Multi-Family Property | 3 | $1,500,000 | $275,000 | $1,699,000 |
Asking prices by town in Costa Rica
Towns with at least three listings for sale.
| Town | Listings | Median | Lowest | Highest |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pavones | 52 | $355,000 | $55,000 | $3,700,000 |
| Playa Zancudo | 21 | $115,000 | $15,000 | $399,000 |
| Dominical | 10 | $895,000 | $249,000 | $4,800,000 |
| Golfito | 10 | $825,000 | $175,000 | $14,500,000 |
| Cuervito | 10 | $89,000 | $35,000 | $1,289,000 |
| Osa | 8 | $1,887,500 | $1,500,000 | $10,000,000 |
| Manuel Antonio | 7 | $924,500 | $250,000 | $6,200,000 |
| Pilon | 7 | $250,000 | $75,000 | $1,200,000 |
| La Virgen | 7 | $125,000 | $21,000 | $380,000 |
| Uvita | 6 | $1,549,000 | $495,000 | $3,400,000 |
| Playa Hermosa | 6 | $272,000 | $200,000 | $3,490,000 |
| Marbella | 5 | $75,000 | $75,000 | $550,000 |
| Puntarenas | 5 | $650,000 | $49,000 | $857,000 |
| Quepos | 3 | $945,000 | $635,000 | $1,290,000 |
| Tamarindo | 3 | $920,000 | $350,000 | $1,995,000 |
| Puerto Jiménez | 3 | — | — | — |
| Los Suenos | 3 | $750,000 | $669,000 | $2,450,000 |
| Santa Teresa | 3 | $395,000 | $330,000 | $680,000 |
| Cabo Matapalo | 3 | $4,750,000 | $1,985,000 | $4,950,000 |
Asking prices by region in Costa Rica
Departments, provinces and states with at least three listings for sale.
| Region | Listings | Median | Lowest | Highest |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Puntarenas | 175 | $449,000 | $15,000 | $14,500,000 |
| Guanacaste | 17 | $365,000 | $75,000 | $3,999,000 |
Size and price per square metre
Medians from listings that state both a size and a US-dollar price.
Homes, villas & condos — floor area · 53 listings
Median size 260 m²
Median asking price $2,577 per m²
Lots & land — lot size · 77 listings
Median size 9,230 m²
Median asking price $20 per m²
Beachfront, ocean-view and walk-to-surf property in Costa Rica
Listings whose sellers tag these features.
| Feature | Listings | Median | Lowest | Highest |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beachfront | 41 | $830,000 | $70,000 | $14,500,000 |
| Ocean View | 118 | $549,900 | $25,000 | $14,500,000 |
| Walk to Surf | 87 | $449,500 | $15,000 | $6,300,000 |
| Walk to the Beach | 94 | $460,000 | $15,000 | $10,000,000 |
| Jungle Views | 117 | $499,000 | $15,000 | $14,500,000 |
Costa Rica surf property by budget
Newest listings in Costa Rica
- Casa Macaw – Playa Hermosa Surf Villa at Las Brisas Resort
Villas · Jaco
$190,000
- San Vito Paradise
Lots & Land · Puntarenas
$160,000
- Arena Alta Wildlife Village and Reserve
Lots & Land · Playa Zancudo
$95,000
- Vista Bella Colina Lot # 31
Lots & Land · Marbella
$125,000
- Vista Bella Vivace Lot # 45
Lots & Land · Marbella
$75,000
- Vista Bella Exclusivo Lot # 95
Lots & Land · Marbella
$75,000
Frequently asked questions
How much does a surf property cost in Costa Rica?
The median asking price for a surf property in Costa Rica is $449,000 across 199 priced listings on International Surf Properties, ranging from $15,000 to $14,500,000 (updated 12 November 2026).
What is the cheapest type of surf property in Costa Rica?
By median asking price, lots & land are the most affordable in Costa Rica. Median asking prices by type: lots and parcels of land $150,000, beach houses, homes and villas $449,000, surf resorts, surf camps and hotels $1,200,000 and commercial properties $1,095,000.
Which areas of Costa Rica have the lowest asking prices?
Among towns with at least 3 listings, Marbella has the lowest median asking price ($75,000) and Cabo Matapalo the highest ($4,750,000).
How much does land cost per square metre in Costa Rica?
Across 77 lots with a stated size, the median asking price for land in Costa Rica works out at $20 per m² (median lot size 9,230 m²). Beachfront and titled, serviced lots ask considerably more than inland parcels.
Can foreigners buy property in Costa Rica?
Rules for foreign buyers differ by country and can treat beachfront, border and agricultural land differently. International Surf Properties' Answers section and buying guides explain how purchases typically work, but this is general information, not legal advice: confirm title, zoning and ownership rules with a licensed local attorney before you sign or pay a deposit.
Methodology
- Figures are computed from every approved, active listing on International Surf Properties that is for sale — sold, leased and rental listings are excluded.
- Prices are sellers' asking prices in US dollars, not recorded sale prices. Listings priced in another currency, "on request", or below $10,000 (almost always a data-entry slip) count towards listing totals but not towards price figures.
- The median is the middle asking price. A listing filed under more than one property type is counted in each.
- No figure is shown when fewer than 3 listings support it. Sizes are in square metres as stated by the seller; price per m² uses only listings that state both a price and a size.
- Figures update automatically whenever a listing is added, changed, approved or removed.