Rico Realty
Our team at Rico Realty has a combined 50-years of experience in the real estate business at Lake Arenal. Founded in 1995, we were the first real estate company in the area: specializing in mountain and Lake Arenal properties. We’ve lived here fulltime for over 20 years. Jim, Rene and Elisabeth take pride in exceeding the expectations of their customers. We strive to provide you with unparalleled service.
Whether considering an investment property, buying a vacation home, or contemplating a move to Costa Rica, the Rico Realty team will serve as your insightful advisors and advocates. We’ll help you make the right and safe real estate decisions to ensure a positive transition to Costa Rica and a Pura Vida experience. Because we’re selling dreams and lifestyles…not just properties!
Casa tranquila: Serenity At Its Finest-Stunning Lake View Home, Pool, 2 Car Garage With Apartment Above on 8.57 acres
- Price
- $495,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 34
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 4/3
- Beds
- 4
- Baths
- 3
- Location
- Arenal, Arenal, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Lakefront
- View Type
- Lake View, Mountain View, Western View
- Total Lot Size
- 3.47 ha (8.57 acre)
- Total Living Area
- 235.00 m² (2,529.51 sq ft)
This beautifully landscaped 8.57-acre sanctuary with varieties of fruit trees and flourishing Costa Rican flowering plants and trees to attract the many species of birds and wildlife is truly incredible. The main house has 3 bedrooms and 2 baths. There is a separate 2 car garage with an apartment above which is a popular rental. Both are tastefully furnished with local handcrafted Costa Rican artwork. There is also a small pool on the property.
Down by the Creek: Newly built home surrounded by nature
- Price
- $135,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 27
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 2/2
- Beds
- 2
- Baths
- 2
- Location
- Sabalito, Tierras Morenas, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Countryside
- View Type
- Garden View, River View, Wooded View
- Total Lot Size
- 1,578.63 m² (16,992.16 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 90.00 m² (968.75 sq ft)
This newly build modern style home is located at the end of a rural street and in front of a small creek. The almost 1000 square feet of living space include 2 bedrooms and 2 full modern bathrooms, open living-dining space, kitchen and laundry area. The extensive covered wood deck invites to enjoy your morning coffee and evening happy hour drink while watching many types of tropical animals in the forest along the creek. The large garden offers plenty of space for a pool, guest house, veggie garden, fruit trees, playground for children and many more options. The seller is motivated and listens to offers.
Retirement at its best: Unobstructed Views-Security-Marina-Pool: Villa with Additional Lot for Privacy
- Price
- $259,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 13
- Property Type
- Villa
- Beds/Baths
- 2/2
- Beds
- 2
- Baths
- 2
- Location
- Tierras Morenas, Tierras Morenas, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Countryside
- View Type
- Lake View, Mountain View, Western View
- Total Lot Size
- 1,033.42 m² (11,123.60 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 116.00 m² (1,248.61 sq ft)
This 2 bedroom / 2 bath villa with an additional lot is the ideal property to enjoy the ever-changing views of Lake Arenal. The large back patio will probably be the gathering area for sunsets with a small fireplace for ambiance! This quiet community has areas of jungle to watch the wildlife that come to enjoy a meal on the different varieties of fruit and tree leaves! The infrastructure is great for hiking to the water's edge. Fish from the bank of the protected bay or dock your boat for comfortable excursions on the lake. All amenities available with shopping only 5 minutes away.
Panoramic Lake/Volcano View Home with Soccer Field: Family Retirement Property or Sports Center
- Price
- $499,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 8
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 5/4
- Beds
- 5
- Baths
- 4
- Location
- Río Piedras, Tierras Morenas, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Countryside
- View Type
- Lake View, Mountain View
- Total Lot Size
- 0.97 ha (2.40 acre)
- Total Living Area
- 400.00 m² (4,305.55 sq ft)
A perfect location midway between Nuevo Arenal and Tilaran this property would lend itself to a recreation center, recovery facility or other options with approximately 5000 square ft of living space, on just shy of 1 hectare of land that has been subdivided into two separate lots. 5 bedrooms 4 1/2 baths total. The house can be open and used as one big area, or divided into two units by closing off two dividing doors. When divided it is a 2 bed 1 bath on one side and 3 bed 3 1/2 bath on the other. There is a large enclosed garage/shop area that already has a bath plumbed into a separate septic system that could be converted into another living space and rented out. There is a small soccer field on the property. Various small fruit trees. The driveway leads through the property and can be accessed from the road by 2 entries, both with electric gates. The wiring is already in place for a swimming pool to be added and there is a Jacuzzi. The laundry is on the main level and can be accessed from both sides of the house by an exterior door.
LAKEFRONT CONDO-3/3 WITH FULL AMENITIES: SECURITY-SMALL MARINA-TENNIS-POOL-CLUBHOUSE
- Price
- $295,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 5
- Property Type
- Condominium
- Beds/Baths
- 3/3
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 3
- Location
- Nuevo Arenal, Arenal, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Lakefront
- View Type
- Bay View, Lake View
- Total Lot Size
- 2,317.47 m² (24,944.94 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 124.00 m² (1,334.72 sq ft)
Private Gated Community Secure, Manicured Grounds Covered tennis court, pool, clubhouse Boat dock (Marina) on wind protected inlet Total Living Area: 124 sq meters (1328 sq ft) On demand electric water heater Great lake view, immediately on Lago Arenal Downstairs: 62 sq meters (664 sq ft) 1 bdr with private bath (walk in shower) Living Room, Dining Room Kitchen – all electric Entry Foyer with stacked washer/dryer Covered Patio with lighted ceiling fans (17 sq meters, 182 sq ft) Large closets/storage Upstairs: 62 sq meters (664 sq ft) 1 bdr with private bath (walk in shower) 1 loft bdr with sleeper sofa/loveseat 3rd bathroom with tub/shower Covered Patio with lighted ceiling fans (17 sq meters, 182 sq ft) Large closets/storage HOA Annual Fee: $2250 covers all taxes, insurance, and maintenance Connection fee prepaid for incoming fiber optic cable service
UNIQUE-FUNCTIONAL-STATELY: HOME WITH SURROUNDING WATER VIEWS:ALSO INCLUDED IS 1/2 INTEREST IN A 2006 19' CENTER CONSOLE COSTA
- Price
- $575,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 28
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 2/2
- Beds
- 2
- Baths
- 2
- Location
- Arenal, Arenal, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Lakefront
- View Type
- Bay View, Lake View
- Total Lot Size
- 0.69 ha (1.71 acre)
- Total Living Area
- 163.00 m² (1,754.51 sq ft)
Words or pictures cannot properly justify the beauty this home and property have to offer. Unique in every way with water view from 3 sides. Main home with 2 Bedrooms/2.5 Baths Total living area: approximately 163 square meters (1750 square feet) Porches and garage: approximately 125 square meters (1350 square feet) All electric with stainless steel appliances and granite countertops 2 on demand electric hot water heaters Alarm system Surge protector for house, pool, and gate 2 large walk-through closets for clothes and storage Enhanced doors and windows for security and ventilation Full-size washer and dryer Ceiling fans in every room for ventilation Custom wood cabinets, doors, and a large entertainment center Saltwater pool - 16 feet x 32 feet - 18,000 gallon - 3 feet to 5 feet deep Bodega for pool pump and equipment End of the road for total privacy Just close the gate and it seems that you are on your own private island There are over 15 fruit trees (most are already producing) Bonus: second house on the property that could be used for a caretaker, or upgraded for a guest house or short or long term rental Sits right on the lake with a concrete ribbon drive right down to the house Move in ready: just bring your clothes
CABINA ON 2.5 ACRES: PRIVATE-TRANQUIL & CLOSE TO ALL AMENITIES
- Price
- $125,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 4
- Property Type
- Cabin
- Beds/Baths
- 1/1
- Beds
- 1
- Baths
- 1
- Location
- Tilarán, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Countryside
- View Type
- Lake View
- Total Lot Size
- 1.00 ha (2.47 acre)
- Total Living Area
- 80.00 m² (861.11 sq ft)
Plenty of room to build your dream home and a cabin to live in while constructing. 2.5 acres with all services just minutes from the main town of Tilaran.
CITY LIVING: residential lot in town
- Price
- $85,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Land Listing
- Images
- 8
- Property Type
- Home Construction Site
- Location
- Lomas Del Sol, Tilarán, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Urban
- View Type
- City View, Garden View, Mountain View, Wooded View
- Total Lot Size
- 1,665.00 m² (17,921.84 sq ft)
Building lot in upscale neighborhood at the edge of Tilaran. Paved roads. All services available. Excellent location. Reasonably priced to sell. This is one of the larger lots in the development with plenty of room for several homes, pool, garden, etc. The lot is located 5 walking minutes from a small private school and 1/2 mile from town center with all amenities. In 15 Minutes you can drive to Lake Arenal with its many options for outdoor activities and some of the best restaurants in the area. The international airport Liberia is only a 90 Minutes drive away. Add another 25 Minutes and get to some of the most beautiful beaches in the Papagayo area. In 2 hours you can reach the Monteverde cloud forest or the world famous Tabacon Hot Springs near La Fortuna and the Arenal Volcano.
COUNTRY INN: HOSPITALITY BUSINESS, BED & BREAKFAST, RESORT, RETREAT, HOSTEL
- Price
- $380,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Commercial Sale
- Images
- 37
- Property Type
- Mixed Use Building
- Beds/Baths
- -/7
- Baths
- 7
- Location
- La Tejona, Santa Rosa, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Countryside
- View Type
- Eastern View, Garden View, Greenbelt View, Lake View, Mountain View, Southern View, Western View, Wooded View
- Total Lot Size
- 1.00 ha (2.47 acre)
- Total Interior Area
- 450.00 m² (4,843.74 sq ft)
Well established hospitality business with high occupancy rate all year round. Located on the main lake road (paved) and only 15 Minutes from Tilaran and 90 Minutes from the Intl. Airport in Liberia. The owners are getting ready to retire and are offering this great opportunity at an extraordinarily low price. All buildings are very well built and in excellent condition. The property of 2.5 acres has its own water well and plenty of unused space for more buildings, a pool, rancho, animals, organic garden, restaurant etc. The following buildings are included: 1 Main residence, 1780 sq.ft, 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, open concept living/dining/kitchen, large covered porch, laundry area. 5 separate guest bungalows in different sizes, 1 bedroom and 1 bath each. 1 Storage building / covered Carport / Laundry room. Total constructed area 4844 square feet (main house, guest bungalows, utility building) A solar system is providing hot water to all buildings. The property has a large variety of fruit trees, such as bananas and plantains, 2 different types of oranges, 3 different types of lemon trees, papaya trees, star fruit, coconuts, cocoa, grapefruit, tangerines, kumquats, guanabana, guayaba, passion fruit, macadamia nuts, pineapple plants, blackberries, Uchuva, Moringa, Cas fruit and a small vegetable garden. The property backs up to a forested area where many tropical animals and birds can be observed. The lake Arenal area is centrally located and many touristic attractions can be reached on a daytrip, to include some of the beautiful pacific beaches, Monteverde cloud forest, Vientos Frescos Waterfalls, Rio Celeste (the blue river), Corobici River Rafting, Arenal Volcano, Tabacon Hot Springs and the tourist town La Fortuna. The quaint town of Tilaran offers everything for your daily needs. For major shopping one can make a trip to Liberia (Walmart) or San Jose (PriceSmart) etc. Lake Arenal is also famous for its many options of outdoor activities, such as hiking, biking, horseback riding, windsurfing, wake boarding and paddle boarding. The area is home to many expats from all over the world who will be more than happy to welcome you to the neighborhood.
JUNGLE PARADISE: Heaven on Earth
- Price
- $295,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Land Listing
- Images
- 50
- Property Type
- Agricultural Land
- Location
- Abangares, Abangares, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Countryside, Mountain
- View Type
- Garden View, Greenbelt View, Mountain View, Valley View, Wooded View
- Total Lot Size
- 25.23 ha (62.34 acre)
63 acres of Natural Jungle property with diverse springs, small river, waterfalls, primary forest and several building sites. Also suitable for organic farming, or start a Jungle retreat center. There are many options, just get creative. Telephone, electricity and internet are available. The property is located in the hills around Monteverde and not far from the Panamerican Highway. The farm has been run as a private nature reserve for over 15 years and is part of a biological corridor in the region. This small piece of paradise has a large number of different species of wild animals. No agroquimicals have been used on this property for the last 15 years. A number of hiking trails lead to the many viewpoints. One can reach San Jose in 3 hours, or Liberia in 90 Minutes. Cañas would be 40 Minutes away. An additional 3/4 acres plus a large 2900 sq.ft. home can be purchased together with the large property at a total package price of $450,000.--