Titled versus concession land
Property within the maritime zone is generally concession, not fee simple. We identify which you are buying before anything is signed.
Central America
Costa Rica
Beach and hillside residences along the Pacific coast, with foreign-ownership guidance throughout.
Guanacaste · Tamarindo · Papagayo · Manuel Antonio · Nosara
Market overview
Read the full reportCosta Rica allows foreign buyers to hold titled property on the same terms as citizens, which makes it one of the more straightforward international purchases in the region. The complications are local: maritime zone concession land, water availability letters, and access easements on hillside lots.
We work with local counsel on every transaction. Title is verified through the National Registry, and we confirm water and access in writing before funds move.
- Primary areas
- Guanacaste, Tamarindo, Papagayo, Nosara, Manuel Antonio
- Common property types
- Ocean-view villas, beach condos, development land
- Foreign ownership
- Permitted on titled property on the same terms as residents
- Key diligence
- Registry title search, water letter, legal access
Market at a glance
What matters here
What matters in Costa Rica
Water and access
A written water availability letter and a verified legal access easement are non-negotiable on hillside and rural lots.
Ownership structure
Corporate versus personal ownership, and what each means for transfer tax and annual filings, reviewed with local counsel.
Portfolio
Properties in Costa Rica
Costa Rica · Single Family
Best of the Best in Escazú, Costa Rica with Beautiful Vistas
Mora, San Jose, Costa Rica
$350,000
- Bedrooms
- 3 bd
- Bathrooms
- 3 ba
- Interior size
- 2,152 sq ft
Costa Rica · Condo
Panoramic Views in Costa Rica: $169,000 for 1 Bedroom/1 Bath
San José
$169,000
- Bedrooms
- 1 bd
- Bathrooms
- 1 ba
- Interior size
- 486 sq ft
Spina Realty
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