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!
HOME WITH GOOD BONES LOOKING FOR LOVE/ ANY OFFER WILL BE CONSIDERED: Lake & Volcano View Property on 8.11 Acres With Home and Guest Cottage
- Price
- $359,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 14
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 5/4
- Beds
- 5
- Baths
- 4
- Location
- Nuevo Arenal, Arenal, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Countryside
- View Type
- Lake View, Mountain View
- Total Lot Size
- 3.28 ha (8.11 acre)
- Total Living Area
- 330.00 m² (3,552.08 sq ft)
Once a luxury home with guest house on 8.11 acres. The main house with 2 stories offers 3300 square feet of construction, 3 bedrooms, 3 full baths, on-demand water heaters, open living-dining-kitchen concept with full set of appliances (incl. dishwasher), bonus room, office, laundry room, 2 fireplaces, one in the living room and another in the master bedroom, and garage. Tropical wood / Teak floors, ceilings, trim, stairs. Granite counter tops, flagstone floors and bathroom walls, Wrap-around balconies and porches with great views, concrete driveway with an automatic iron gate. The guest house measures approximately 900 square feet and has 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, open concept kitchen, ceiling fans, lake and volcano views, concrete driveway with an iron gate. . Lower portion of the property has a stream and small forest.
CASA VIENTO: Heaven on Earth - potential B&B or vacation rental
- Price
- $800,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 23
- Property Type
- Multi family compound, B&B, Vacation rental.
- Beds/Baths
- 8/6
- Beds
- 8
- Baths
- 6
- Location
- El Aguacate, Tierras Morenas, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Countryside, Lakefront, Mountain
- View Type
- Eastern View, Lake View, Mountain View, Southern View, Other
- Total Lot Size
- 3,998.47 m² (43,039.00 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 400.00 m² (4,305.55 sq ft)
The stunning 180 degree view of Arenal Lake, Volcano and Sunsets is only 1 of many features of this property. On beautifully landscaped grounds we find 3 homes (2 story with balcony each), 1 common building with kitchen and a large storage building including the laundry area. The property is suitable for large families or groups of friends to spend weekends and holidays at the lake, or use it for additional income as a B&B or vacation rental. The property is almost 1 acre of size with large parking areas and plenty of additional space for additional buildings, a pool and / or organic garden to grow healthy food. The property is located on the north-west side of Lake Arenal and only a few minutes from the main road surrounding the lake. The drive to the nearest larger town Tilaran takes less than 30 Minutes and a trip to Liberia (intl. airport, Walmart), or the nearest beach can be accomplished in less than 2 hours.
Premier Lot: Lake and Volcano Views with Creek
- Price
- $126,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Land Listing
- Images
- 9
- Property Type
- Agricultural Land
- Location
- Tronadora, Tronadora, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Mountain
- View Type
- Mountain View, Lake View, Eastern View, Other
- Total Lot Size
- 0.64 ha (1.58 acre)
With 1.58 acres of usable land in the most sought after development in the Lake Arenal area where you can put your ideas to work, feel totally safe with the private entrance and socialize (at your leisure) at the clubhouse and pool with some very nice neighbors. Trails are cut along the creek for bird and butterfly watching. Contact us for more information.
Tim´s automotive shop: Well established mechanical and body shop
- Price
- $450,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Commercial Sale
- Images
- 4
- Property Type
- Mechanical repair and body shop
- Beds/Baths
- -/2
- Baths
- 2
- Location
- Tilarán, Tilarán, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Urban
- View Type
- City View
- Total Lot Size
- 763.00 m² (8,212.83 sq ft)
- Total Interior Area
- 700.00 m² (7,534.71 sq ft)
DISTRESS SALE: This well established mechanical car and body shop has been in business for over 30 years. The owners are now ready to retire and open to offers. Excellent location ! Great value ! All business licenses up to date ! The building is currently used as car repair shop but there are more options for future usage (Gym, Grocery store, hotel etc.) Gut etablierte Autowerkstatt (Mechaniker und Karosserie) ist seit über 30 Jahren im Geschäft und die Besitzer haben beschlossen dass es an der Zeit ist in Rente zu gehen. Sie sind daher für Angebote offen. Erstklassige Lage, guter Preis. Die Immobilie hat alle Lizenzen die für eine Autowerkstatt notwendig sind, sie kann aber auch für andere Zwecke umgebaut werden (Fitnesszenter, Supermarkt, Restaurant, Hotel etc)
Lake & Volcano View Home With Guest Cabina: Excellent Value, Location, Water Access, Close To All Amenities, All Services
- Price
- $169,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 27
- Property Type
- With Guest Cabin
- Beds/Baths
- 3/3
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 3
- Location
- Puerto San Luis, Arenal, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Mountain
- View Type
- Lake View, Western View, Other
- Total Lot Size
- 1,000.00 m² (10,763.87 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 100.00 m² (1,076.39 sq ft)
The main home is a 2 bedroom/2 bath with large kitchen/dining area. A comfortable living area with a fireplace for ambiance. There is an open sitting area to enjoy the ever-changing views of the lake, especially the sunsets with the colors lighting up the sky. The guest cabina is inviting with 1 bedroom and 1 bath. A user-friendly kitchen area. A short walk to the water's edge of the protected bay of Puerto San Luis. Also a short walk to the bus stop and 2 of the premier restaurants in the area. 10-minute drive to the municipal hub of the lake area, Tilaran or 5 minutes to the town of Tronadora for all of your needs. An additional 3/4 of an acre is available, contact us for more details.
BOUGAINVILLEA MANSION: Custom designed villa and guest house
- Price
- $595,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 38
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 5/3
- Beds
- 5
- Baths
- 3
- Location
- Nuevo Tronadora, Tronadora, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Countryside
- View Type
- Garden View, Greenbelt View, Lake View, Mountain View, Northern View, Wooded View
- Total Lot Size
- 1.13 ha (2.79 acre)
- Total Living Area
- 280.00 m² (3,013.88 sq ft)
In the heart of almost 3 acres of lovingly landscaped and well maintained tropical garden, we find this sun-filled, professionally designed and tastefully furnished home of over 2700 square feet of construction, as well as an 810 square feet guest- or caretakers home. The main residence includes a large 2 car garage with electric door, a large open living-dining-kitchen area with balcony, lake and garden view, the Master-bedroom with balcony, private bath and walk-in closet on one side of the living area, and 2 bedrooms with shared bath and laundry room on the other side. One of the guest bedrooms has a small balcony, and all 3 bedrooms have lake view. The home includes all furniture and is move-in ready. Some of the features are high quality ceramic tile on floors and bath walls, flagstone on outside walls, granite counter tops, tropical high quality wood furniture and trims (termite and mold resistant), modern appliances, arched aluminum windows with screens, balcony glass railings, driveway and patio area covered with concrete paver, security gates and bars, designer furniture, large selection of household items. The second small home offers 2 bedrooms and 1 bath, an open living-dining-kitchen area, front terrace and the laundry room. Located at the outskirts of Tronadora and walking distance to lake access, a drive to Tilaran takes approximately 15 Minutes, Liberia 90 Minutes (Intl. airport, Walmart etc) and 2 hours to the nearest Pacific beaches. A trip to San Jose takes around 4 hours.
VILLA DEL SOL: Luxury home in upscale neighborhood
- Price
- $175,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 12
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 3/2
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 2
- Location
- Lomas Del Sol, Tilarán, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Urban
- View Type
- City View, Garden View, Greenbelt View, Mountain View
- Total Lot Size
- 628.00 m² (6,759.71 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 150.00 m² (1,614.58 sq ft)
This beautiful custom designed home is located in an upscale part of Tilaran, walking distance to town center. The large size lot of 7000 sq.ft. offers plenty of space for a pool, guest house, garden or pets. The home of almost 2000 sq.ft. includes Master bedroom with walk-in closet and full private bathroom, 2 additional bedrooms share 1 full bath. Large living area, entertainment room, dining room, kitchen, laundry room, storage room and 2 car garage with electric door. Additional features: Tropical hardwood cabinets and trims, Alarm system, concrete fences, high quality fixtures, high quality ceramic tile floors and walls............................ Hermosa casa diseñada a medida y gusto de sus dueños, ubicada en una zona exclusiva de Tilarán, a poca distancia del centro de la ciudad. El lote es de tamaño grande y ofrece bastante espacio para una piscina, casa de huéspedes, jardín o mascotas. La casa tiene un total construido de 180 metros cuadrados e incluye dormitorio principal con vestidor y baño privado completo, 2 dormitorios adicionales comparten 1 baño completo. Amplia sala de estar, sala de entretenimiento/TV, comedor, cocina, cuarto pila, bodega y garaje para 2 vehiculos con porton tipo cortina eléctrica. Características adicionales: muebles y adornos de madera tropical, sistema de alarma, cercas de concreto, accesorios de alta calidad, ceramica en pisos y paredes de alta calidad....................................... Dieses schöne, individuell gestaltete Haus liegt in einem gehobenen Teil von Tilaran, in der Nähe vom Ortskern. Das große Grundstück von 628 m2 bietet viel Platz für einen Pool, ein Gästehaus, einen Garten oder Haustiere. Das Haus mit einer Grösse von 180 m2 verfügt über ein Hauptschlafzimmer mit begehbarem Kleiderschrank und privates Badezimmer. 2 weitere Schlafzimmer teilen sich 1 Bad. Desweiteren gibt es einen großen Wohnbereich, Unterhaltungsraum (TV Zimmer), Esszimmer, Küche, Waschküche, Abstellraum und Garage für 2 Autos mit elektrischem Tor. Weitere Merkmale: Tropenholz-Schränke und Zierleisten, Alarmsystem, Zäune aus Beton, hochwertige Armaturen, Böden und Wände aus Keramikfliesen.
LAKE FRONT PARADISE: 1.25 acres for $110,000 or 2.9 acres for $178,000
- Price
- $110,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Land Listing
- Images
- 12
- Property Type
- Development Parcel
- Location
- Nuevo Tronadora, Tronadora, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Countryside
- View Type
- Bay View, Eastern View, Greenbelt View, Lake View, Mountain View, Western View, Wooded View
- Total Lot Size
- 1.17 ha (2.89 acre)
Owner willing to segregate and sell 1 1/4 acres (5000 m2) for $110,000,-- or buy the whole property (almost 11800 m2) for $ 178.000.-- (original price $239,000) Almost 3 acres of beautiful property with the option to be subdivided. The property offers stunning views and plenty of space for multible homes, pools, keeping animals, organic gardening, water sport activities, small hotel or B&B, retreat center, and many more... the price is significantly lower than other properties nearby. ............. Wunderschönes Grundstück von knapp 1,2 Hektar, mit der Möglichkeit zur Unterteilung. Das Anwesen bietet direkten Seezugang, eine atemberaubende Aussicht und viel Platz für mehrere Häuser, Pools, Tierhaltung, biologische Gartenarbeit, Wassersportaktivitäten, kleines Hotel oder Bed & Breakfast, Erholungszentrum, und vieles mehr. Der Preis dieses Grundstückes ist deutlich niedriger als gleichwertige Grundstücke in der Nähe. Es kann das komplette Grundstück oder nur ein Teil erworben werden.
360 Degree Views: 4 bedroom cabin on 3/4 acre with lake and volcano views
- Price
- $149,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 35
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 4/2
- Beds
- 4
- Baths
- 2
- Location
- Sabalito, Tierras Morenas, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Mountain
- View Type
- Eastern View, Lake View, Mountain View, Valley View, Western View, Other
- Total Lot Size
- 3,542.12 m² (38,126.91 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 120.00 m² (1,291.66 sq ft)
This 4 bedroom home has all the comforts of home and more. Panoramic Views! Designed to capture the views of both sunrise, sunset, Lake Arenal and Volcanoes Arenal & Tenorio. Plenty of space to build on this just shy of one-acre property in one of the most popular areas for the windsurfers! Soak in the jacuzzi while watching the sunset after a day on the lake or taking a mountain bike tour through the hills! Lot of potential with this property.
Privacy & Tranquility: Get Away Bungalow
- Price
- $110,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 9
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 1/2
- Beds
- 1
- Baths
- 2
- Location
- Río Piedras, Tierras Morenas, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Mountain
- View Type
- Eastern View, Lake View, Wooded View
- Total Lot Size
- 2,691.36 m² (28,969.44 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 115.00 m² (1,237.84 sq ft)
This private lake view bungalow has warmth and charm. A short distance to the popular windsurfing site Tico Wind or to launch your boat. Spectacular view of Lake Arenal. True Costa Rica living with some US comforts.
