Rico Realty
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!
Unique Property-Self Sustaining: Home with Pool, Hot Springs, Waterfalls, Tilapia pond on 24.3 acres
- Price
- $599,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 25
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 3/2
- Location
- Arenal, Arenal, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Mountain
- View Type
- Lake View, Other
- Total Lot Size
- 9.74 ha (24.07 acre)
- Total Living Area
- 189.00 m² (2,034.37 sq ft)
Blue Creek Hill: Modern Sunset View Home
- Price
- $99,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 8
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 3/2
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 2
- Location
- Quebrada Azul, Santa Rosa, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Countryside
- View Type
- Greenbelt View, Mountain View, Western View, Wooded View
- Total Lot Size
- 1,000.00 m² (10,763.87 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 100.00 m² (1,076.39 sq ft)
This house with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms is located in Quebrada Azul, Guanacaste Costa Rica, in the county of Tilarán. This countryside property with greenbelt, mountain and wooded views is situated in the highland forest of Costa Rica. The land area of this house is 1,000.00 square meter (10,763.87 square feet), and it has a living space of 100.00 square meter (1,076.39 square feet).
1.5 Acre Lake Arenal View Lot With Stream: Safe, Secure Development With Boat Ramp and Docking Facility
- Price
- $69,900
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Land Listing
- Images
- 5
- Property Type
- Home Construction Site
- Location
- Aguacate, Tierras Morenas, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Countryside
- View Type
- Mountain View, Lake View
- Total Lot Size
- 0.56 ha (1.38 acre)
This lot is located in one of the most beautiful locations in the Lake Arenal area. Peaceful with stunning views. Boat docking facility with great fishing in the quiet bay. Community infinity pool sits atop the development. All services available and close to all amenities.
Tiny House: BARGAIN: small house, small lot, small price
- Price
- $35,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 8
- Property Type
- Tiny House on wheels
- Beds/Baths
- 1/1
- Beds
- 1
- Baths
- 1
- Location
- Nuevo Tronadora, Tronadora, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Countryside, Lakefront
- View Type
- Lake View
- Total Lot Size
- 819.00 m² (8,815.61 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 15.00 m² (161.46 sq ft)
This Tiny House on wheels is sitting on almost 1/4 acre and offers many options: weekend cabin, guest house, temporary home while building your main residence, caretakers home. Great lake views from the main building pad. City water and public electricity run along the main road next to the property. The property offers space for a larger or several smaller homes, pool, veggie garden, animals etc. Walking distance to lake access and the town of Tronadora, where you find grocery and butcher stores, bakery, restaurant, pharmacy, public school, church, and a bus stop for busses to Tilaran that make the trip 8 times per day.
Lake View Townhouse: Spacious 3/3 Great Location No HOA
- Price
- $159,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 24
- Property Type
- Townhouse
- Beds/Baths
- 3/3
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 3
- Location
- Nuevo Tronadora, Tronadora, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Urban
- View Type
- Lake View
- Total Lot Size
- 279.51 m² (3,008.61 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 150.00 m² (1,614.58 sq ft)
Spacious 3 bedrooms and 3 full baths fully furnished Townhouse with all new appliances is ready for a new owner. 1,600 sq ft of living space has all the conveniences for either part-time or full time living in Costa Rica. Because it is an end unit of 5 this unit also has a small garden area. Not ready to retire yet? Market this as a vacation rental. There are 2 covered parking spaces. Located on a paved road, close to all amenities to include public transportation. Safe & Secure private automated gated entry. Within walking distance to shopping. Water access is 3/4 mile to the public boat ramp. All services are available. Patios both upper and lower with lake views. For those sports fans the Tennis Shack is only 5 minutes away for Tennis and Pickle-ball!
Amazing Lake View Property: Modest Home On 1/2 Acre
- Price
- $135,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 13
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 1/2
- Beds
- 1
- Baths
- 2
- Location
- Nuevo Tronadora, Tronadora, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Countryside
- View Type
- Bay View, Lake View, Mountain View
- Total Lot Size
- 2,000.00 m² (21,527.74 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 100.00 m² (1,076.39 sq ft)
2 story home with the living area upstairs with 1 bedroom, 1 bath and open concept kitchen/living area. Lots of windows to take advantage of the beautiful view of Lake Arenal. Downstairs has a large storage area, a full bath and could be utilized as an apartment or studio, whatever the owner would like. 10 minutes from the Tennis Shack for Tennis and/or Pickle-ball!
Country Cottage on 1 Acre: Nature Wonderland With Protected 80 acre Jungle Bordering
- Price
- $112,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 16
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 1/1
- Beds
- 1
- Baths
- 1
- Location
- Sabalito, Tierras Morenas, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Mountain
- View Type
- Wooded View, Lake View, Western View
- Total Lot Size
- 4,034.17 m² (43,423.27 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 45.00 m² (484.37 sq ft)
This cottage may look small but is one of the most functional we have seen. Designed to take advantage of all usable space. One bedroom, large bath, living area with corner fireplace, kitchen and laundry area and outdoor shower. The spacious patio overlooking the beautiful Costa Rica sunsets and to take advantage of the 80 acres protected jungle below this property to view a wide variety of wildlife. The 80 acres has been groomed with trails for hiking and sitting in silence to catch a glimpse of one of the many jungle residents that wander through not to mention the array of birds and butterflies!
Lot B13: Countryside Home Construction Site For Sale in San Luis
- Price
- $45,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Land Listing
- Images
- 10
- Property Type
- Home Construction Site
- Location
- San Luis, Tilarán, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Countryside
- View Type
- Lake View
- Total Lot Size
- 2,113.00 m² (22,744.05 sq ft)
Lake view lot, surrounded by nature and ready for construction, with all public services available at lot line. The small pueblo nearby, and at walking distance from the lot, offers 2 restaurants, 2 small grocery stores, a public school, 2 churches and a bus stop with regular bus service to Tilaran and Tronadora. Lake access is 15 walking minutes away. The nearest larger town is Tilaran for all major needs. This property is conveniently located at less than 90 Minutes from the Intl. Airport in Liberia, or 2 hours from some of the most beautiful beaches on the pacific coast.
Lot B12: Lake View Lot ready for construction
- Price
- $48,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Land Listing
- Images
- 9
- Property Type
- Home Construction Site
- Location
- San Luis, Tilarán, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Countryside
- View Type
- Lake View
- Total Lot Size
- 2,510.00 m² (27,017.31 sq ft)
Lake view lot, surrounded by nature and ready for construction, with all public services available at lot line. The small pueblo nearby, and at walking distance from the lot, offers 2 restaurants, 2 small grocery stores, a public school, 2 churches and a bus stop with regular bus service to Tilaran and Tronadora. Lake access is 15 walking minutes away. The nearest larger town is Tilaran for all major needs. This property is conveniently located at less than 90 Minutes from the Intl. Airport in Liberia, or 2 hours from some of the most beautiful beaches on the pacific coast.
Lot H 14: Lake View lot ready for construction
- Price
- $59,900
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Land Listing
- Images
- 10
- Property Type
- Home Construction Site
- Location
- San Luis, Tilarán, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Countryside
- View Type
- Lake View
- Total Lot Size
- 4,092.00 m² (44,045.75 sq ft)
Lake view lot, surrounded by nature and ready for construction, with all public services available at lot line. The small pueblo nearby, and at walking distance from the lot, offers 2 restaurants, 2 small grocery stores, a public school, 2 churches and a bus stop with regular bus service to Tilaran and Tronadora. Lake access is 15 walking minutes away. The nearest larger town is Tilaran for all major needs. This property is conveniently located at less than 90 Minutes from the Intl. Airport in Liberia, or 2 hours from some of the most beautiful beaches on the pacific coast.
Lot B11: Lake View Lot ready for construction
- Price
- $32,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Land Listing
- Images
- 7
- Property Type
- Home Construction Site
- Location
- San Luis, Tilarán, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Countryside
- View Type
- Lake View
- Total Lot Size
- 2,068.00 m² (22,259.68 sq ft)
Lake view lot, surrounded by nature and ready for construction, with all public services available at lot line. The small pueblo nearby, and at walking distance from the lot, offers 2 restaurants, 2 small grocery stores, a public school, 2 churches and a bus stop with regular bus service to Tilaran and Tronadora. Lake access is 15 walking minutes away. The nearest larger town is Tilaran for all major needs. This property is conveniently located at less than 90 Minutes from the Intl. Airport in Liberia, or 2 hours from some of the most beautiful beaches on the pacific coast.
Happenings
Recently Sold Listings
Spanish Style Home With Lake View: Lakefront House For Sale in Arenal
- Price
- $139,000
- Status
- Sold
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 10
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 2/2
- Location
- Arenal, Arenal, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Lakefront
- View Type
- Lake View
- Total Lot Size
- 3,171.33 m² (34,135.78 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 120.00 m² (1,291.66 sq ft)
Sold: Countryside Development Parcel For Sale in Cañas
- Price
- $500,000
- Status
- Sold
- Listing Type
- Land Listing
- Images
- 1
- Property Type
- Development Parcel
- Location
- Cañas, Cañas, Cañas, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Countryside
- View Type
- Mountain View
- Total Lot Size
- 40.54 ha (100.18 acre)
Countryside Development Parcel For Sale in Sabalito
- Price
- $490,000
- Status
- Sold
- Listing Type
- Land Listing
- Images
- 14
- Property Type
- Development Parcel
- Location
- Sabalito, Tierras Morenas, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Countryside
- View Type
- Lake View, Valley View, Western View
- Total Lot Size
- 36.13 ha (89.28 acre)
Mountain and Countryside House For Sale in Río Piedras
- Price
- $435,000
- Status
- Sold
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 14
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 1/1
- Location
- Río Piedras, Tierras Morenas, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Mountain, Countryside
- View Type
- Mountain View, Pond View
- Total Lot Size
- 3.51 ha (8.67 acre)
- Total Living Area
- 100.00 m² (1,076.39 sq ft)
Mountain House For Sale in Tejona
- Price
- $159,000
- Status
- Sold
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 11
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 3/2
- Location
- Tejona, Santa Rosa, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Mountain
- View Type
- Eastern View, Greenbelt View, Lake View, Mountain View, Northern View
- Total Lot Size
- 1.00 ha (2.47 acre)
- Total Living Area
- 150.00 m² (1,614.58 sq ft)
Riverfront Villa For Sale in Nuevo Arenal
- Price
- $350,000
- Status
- Sold
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 8
- Property Type
- Villa
- Beds/Baths
- 5/4
- Location
- Nuevo Arenal, Arenal, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Riverfront
- View Type
- Lake View, Mountain View, River View
- Total Lot Size
- 3.04 ha (7.51 acre)
- Total Living Area
- 220.00 m² (2,368.05 sq ft)
Countryside House For Sale in Chimurria
- Price
- $129,000
- Status
- Sold
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 8
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 3/2
- Location
- Chimurria, Tronadora, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Countryside
- View Type
- Lake View, Mountain View
- Total Lot Size
- 3,200.00 m² (34,444.38 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 146.00 m² (1,571.52 sq ft)
Mountain and Countryside House For Sale in Sabalito
- Price
- $420,000
- Status
- Sold
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 15
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 4/2
- Location
- Sabalito, Tierras Morenas, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Mountain, Countryside, Other
- View Type
- Eastern View, Garden View, Greenbelt View, Lake View, Mountain View, Northern View, Southern View, Valley View, Western View, Wooded View
- Total Lot Size
- 2.81 ha (6.94 acre)
- Total Living Area
- 291.00 m² (3,132.29 sq ft)
Lake View Properties
1.5 Acre Lake Arenal View Lot With Stream: Safe, Secure Development With Boat Ramp and Docking Facility
- Price
- $69,900
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Land Listing
- Images
- 5
- Property Type
- Home Construction Site
- Location
- Aguacate, Tierras Morenas, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Countryside
- View Type
- Mountain View, Lake View
- Total Lot Size
- 0.56 ha (1.38 acre)
This lot is located in one of the most beautiful locations in the Lake Arenal area. Peaceful with stunning views. Boat docking facility with great fishing in the quiet bay. Community infinity pool sits atop the development. All services available and close to all amenities.
Tiny House: BARGAIN: small house, small lot, small price
- Price
- $35,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 8
- Property Type
- Tiny House on wheels
- Beds/Baths
- 1/1
- Beds
- 1
- Baths
- 1
- Location
- Nuevo Tronadora, Tronadora, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Countryside, Lakefront
- View Type
- Lake View
- Total Lot Size
- 819.00 m² (8,815.61 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 15.00 m² (161.46 sq ft)
This Tiny House on wheels is sitting on almost 1/4 acre and offers many options: weekend cabin, guest house, temporary home while building your main residence, caretakers home. Great lake views from the main building pad. City water and public electricity run along the main road next to the property. The property offers space for a larger or several smaller homes, pool, veggie garden, animals etc. Walking distance to lake access and the town of Tronadora, where you find grocery and butcher stores, bakery, restaurant, pharmacy, public school, church, and a bus stop for busses to Tilaran that make the trip 8 times per day.
Lake View Townhouse: Spacious 3/3 Great Location No HOA
- Price
- $159,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 24
- Property Type
- Townhouse
- Beds/Baths
- 3/3
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 3
- Location
- Nuevo Tronadora, Tronadora, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Urban
- View Type
- Lake View
- Total Lot Size
- 279.51 m² (3,008.61 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 150.00 m² (1,614.58 sq ft)
Spacious 3 bedrooms and 3 full baths fully furnished Townhouse with all new appliances is ready for a new owner. 1,600 sq ft of living space has all the conveniences for either part-time or full time living in Costa Rica. Because it is an end unit of 5 this unit also has a small garden area. Not ready to retire yet? Market this as a vacation rental. There are 2 covered parking spaces. Located on a paved road, close to all amenities to include public transportation. Safe & Secure private automated gated entry. Within walking distance to shopping. Water access is 3/4 mile to the public boat ramp. All services are available. Patios both upper and lower with lake views. For those sports fans the Tennis Shack is only 5 minutes away for Tennis and Pickle-ball!
Amazing Lake View Property: Modest Home On 1/2 Acre
- Price
- $135,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 13
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 1/2
- Beds
- 1
- Baths
- 2
- Location
- Nuevo Tronadora, Tronadora, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Countryside
- View Type
- Bay View, Lake View, Mountain View
- Total Lot Size
- 2,000.00 m² (21,527.74 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 100.00 m² (1,076.39 sq ft)
2 story home with the living area upstairs with 1 bedroom, 1 bath and open concept kitchen/living area. Lots of windows to take advantage of the beautiful view of Lake Arenal. Downstairs has a large storage area, a full bath and could be utilized as an apartment or studio, whatever the owner would like. 10 minutes from the Tennis Shack for Tennis and/or Pickle-ball!
Country Cottage on 1 Acre: Nature Wonderland With Protected 80 acre Jungle Bordering
- Price
- $112,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 16
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 1/1
- Beds
- 1
- Baths
- 1
- Location
- Sabalito, Tierras Morenas, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Mountain
- View Type
- Wooded View, Lake View, Western View
- Total Lot Size
- 4,034.17 m² (43,423.27 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 45.00 m² (484.37 sq ft)
This cottage may look small but is one of the most functional we have seen. Designed to take advantage of all usable space. One bedroom, large bath, living area with corner fireplace, kitchen and laundry area and outdoor shower. The spacious patio overlooking the beautiful Costa Rica sunsets and to take advantage of the 80 acres protected jungle below this property to view a wide variety of wildlife. The 80 acres has been groomed with trails for hiking and sitting in silence to catch a glimpse of one of the many jungle residents that wander through not to mention the array of birds and butterflies!
Lot B13: Countryside Home Construction Site For Sale in San Luis
- Price
- $45,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Land Listing
- Images
- 10
- Property Type
- Home Construction Site
- Location
- San Luis, Tilarán, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Countryside
- View Type
- Lake View
- Total Lot Size
- 2,113.00 m² (22,744.05 sq ft)
Lake view lot, surrounded by nature and ready for construction, with all public services available at lot line. The small pueblo nearby, and at walking distance from the lot, offers 2 restaurants, 2 small grocery stores, a public school, 2 churches and a bus stop with regular bus service to Tilaran and Tronadora. Lake access is 15 walking minutes away. The nearest larger town is Tilaran for all major needs. This property is conveniently located at less than 90 Minutes from the Intl. Airport in Liberia, or 2 hours from some of the most beautiful beaches on the pacific coast.
Lot B12: Lake View Lot ready for construction
- Price
- $48,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Land Listing
- Images
- 9
- Property Type
- Home Construction Site
- Location
- San Luis, Tilarán, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Countryside
- View Type
- Lake View
- Total Lot Size
- 2,510.00 m² (27,017.31 sq ft)
Lake view lot, surrounded by nature and ready for construction, with all public services available at lot line. The small pueblo nearby, and at walking distance from the lot, offers 2 restaurants, 2 small grocery stores, a public school, 2 churches and a bus stop with regular bus service to Tilaran and Tronadora. Lake access is 15 walking minutes away. The nearest larger town is Tilaran for all major needs. This property is conveniently located at less than 90 Minutes from the Intl. Airport in Liberia, or 2 hours from some of the most beautiful beaches on the pacific coast.
Lot H 14: Lake View lot ready for construction
- Price
- $59,900
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Land Listing
- Images
- 10
- Property Type
- Home Construction Site
- Location
- San Luis, Tilarán, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Countryside
- View Type
- Lake View
- Total Lot Size
- 4,092.00 m² (44,045.75 sq ft)
Lake view lot, surrounded by nature and ready for construction, with all public services available at lot line. The small pueblo nearby, and at walking distance from the lot, offers 2 restaurants, 2 small grocery stores, a public school, 2 churches and a bus stop with regular bus service to Tilaran and Tronadora. Lake access is 15 walking minutes away. The nearest larger town is Tilaran for all major needs. This property is conveniently located at less than 90 Minutes from the Intl. Airport in Liberia, or 2 hours from some of the most beautiful beaches on the pacific coast.
Lot B11: Lake View Lot ready for construction
- Price
- $32,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Land Listing
- Images
- 7
- Property Type
- Home Construction Site
- Location
- San Luis, Tilarán, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Countryside
- View Type
- Lake View
- Total Lot Size
- 2,068.00 m² (22,259.68 sq ft)
Lake view lot, surrounded by nature and ready for construction, with all public services available at lot line. The small pueblo nearby, and at walking distance from the lot, offers 2 restaurants, 2 small grocery stores, a public school, 2 churches and a bus stop with regular bus service to Tilaran and Tronadora. Lake access is 15 walking minutes away. The nearest larger town is Tilaran for all major needs. This property is conveniently located at less than 90 Minutes from the Intl. Airport in Liberia, or 2 hours from some of the most beautiful beaches on the pacific coast.
Lot B10: Lake Arenal view lot ready for construction
- Price
- $32,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Land Listing
- Images
- 7
- Property Type
- Home Construction Site
- Location
- San Luis, Tilarán, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Countryside
- View Type
- Lake View
- Total Lot Size
- 3,083.00 m² (33,185.00 sq ft)
Lake view lot, surrounded by nature and ready for construction, with all public services available at lot line. The small pueblo nearby, and at walking distance from the lot, offers 2 restaurants, 2 small grocery stores, a public school, 2 churches and a bus stop with regular bus service to Tilaran and Tronadora. Lake access is 15 walking minutes away. The nearest larger town is Tilaran for all major needs. This property is conveniently located at less than 90 Minutes from the Intl. Airport in Liberia, or 2 hours from some of the most beautiful beaches on the pacific coast.
