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!
BARGAIN: Home or Mixed use building. Home, potential Restaurant, Souvenir store
- Price
- $130,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 28
- Property Type
- House with commercial potential
- Beds/Baths
- 2/2
- Beds
- 2
- Baths
- 2
- Location
- Nuevo Arenal, Arenal, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Countryside, Suburban
- View Type
- Garden View, Lake View, Wooded View
- Total Lot Size
- 1,297.87 m² (13,970.10 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 150.00 m² (1,614.58 sq ft)
Large size residential home on 1/3 acre with Lake Arenal views on the main lake road close to Nuevo Arenal. This building offers many options. Besides being a residential home, it can also be used as a restaurant, souvenir shop, retail store, wellness center etc. The home offers 2 bedrooms and 2 full baths, a large open concept living-dining-kitchen area, bonus room, large covered back porch, car port, laundry area, large garden for more buildings, growing crops or a playground for pets.
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.--
Lake Vista Suite: Lake View Home with Guest Cottage
- Price
- $649,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 47
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 3/3
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 3
- Location
- Arenal, Arenal, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Suburban
- View Type
- Lake View
- Total Lot Size
- 0.56 ha (1.38 acre)
- Total Living Area
- 300.00 m² (3,229.16 sq ft)
This Luxury home is flawless with unique features rarely found in Costa Rica. The spacious open concept features bamboo hardwood floors, custom kitchen with premium appliances. Built for outdoor living with a separate full covered outdoor kitchen & patio. A fireplace and entertainment center are the focal point of the large living room. 2 large bedrooms each with their own bathroom. The master bedroom features a large walk-in closet and both bedrooms have bathtubs and showers. Beautiful granite countertops are throughout the entire house and guest cottage. The house is 3,013 square feet. The guest cottage is 1,015 square feet. The garage and workshop are 807 square feet. Bodega (storage shed) is 118 square feet. The guest cottage is a 1 bedroom open concept with full kitchen and laundry, featuring a full kitchen with a 90% occupancy rate during our high season. The entire property is 5,593 square meters and is completely fenced and gated. Located within walking distance to the town center of Arenal on all paved roads. The house has incredible 180-degree lake views and total privacy and security. The home and guest cottage come fully furnished and ready to move in.
Costa Rican Style Home: Pure Country Livin'
- Price
- $52,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 8
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 2/1
- Beds
- 2
- Baths
- 1
- Location
- Río Piedras, Tierras Morenas, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Suburban
- View Type
- City View
- Total Lot Size
- 265.66 m² (2,859.53 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 80.00 m² (861.11 sq ft)
This quaint home, located in a small community lends itself to pure Costa Rica country living. No frills living, 2 bedrooms, one bath, living/dining area and kitchen/ Small storage shed in back. Close to school and church and small grocery store.
Crestview Manor: Mountain House For Sale in Nuevo Arenal
- Price
- $235,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 16
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 3/2
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 2
- Location
- Nuevo Arenal, Arenal, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Mountain
- View Type
- Lake View, Mountain View
- Total Lot Size
- 0.50 ha (1.24 acre)
- Total Living Area
- 190.00 m² (2,045.13 sq ft)
This house with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms is located in Nuevo Arenal, Guanacaste Costa Rica, in the county of Tilarán. This mountain property with lake and mountain views is situated in the highland forest of Costa Rica. The land area of this house is 0,50 hectare (1,24 acre), and it has a living space of 190,00 square meter (2.045,13 square feet). This house is available furnished. The property also features an in-ground pool.
Rancho Jacare: Beautiful Ranch Style Home with B&B Potential
- Price
- $399,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 26
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 3/3
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 3
- Location
- El Aguacate, Santa Rosa, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Mountain
- View Type
- Lake View, Mountain View
- Total Lot Size
- 2.21 ha (5.46 acre)
- Total Living Area
- 250.00 m² (2,690.97 sq ft)
Custom designed Ranch style Lake view home.Fully Furnished. This beautiful home has 2 super front and rear porches to enjoy Lake Arenal views and the famous Costa Rican sunsets. Included in this home are 3 bedrooms, 3½ bathrooms in a large open area design concept living-dining and kitchen plus an laundry room. Home could easily be used as a B&B as all 3 bedrooms have access from the porch and private bathroom. The master suite includes a walk-in closet. Also new, 85 m2 guest house/caretakers home, 1 bedroom, 1 full bath, living/dining/kitchen, laundry area. Currently used as workshop/storage/garage. The large lot has plenty of space for more buildings, pool, veggie garden, animals, recreational areas etc. Only 15 Minutes from Nuevo Arenal and 30 Minutes from Tilaran. $399.000 Negotiable, Seller motivated
Lake View Home- Great Value-Great Location-Put Your Ideas To Work- PRICE FIRM
- Price
- $89,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 14
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 4/3
- Beds
- 4
- Baths
- 3
- Location
- Arenal, Arenal, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Countryside
- View Type
- Lake View
- Total Lot Size
- 971.00 m² (10,451.72 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 115.00 m² (1,237.84 sq ft)
4 bedrooms-3 baths with one bedroom having its own access that could be used as a rental, this Costa Rican style home lends itself to a multitude of possibilities to include a large 2 car garage, a separately covered carport with storage. Peaceful location and within 10 minutes walking distance to town.All amenities to include a view of Lake Arenal.
Unique Property-Self Sustaining: Home with Pool, Hot Springs, Waterfalls, Tilapia pond on 24.3 acres
- Price
- $545,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 15
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 3/2
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 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)
This 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 2000 square feet home sits on 24.3 acres with 500 feet of the Corobicci riverfront with views of Tenorio and Miravallas Volcanoes and a panoramic territorial view of the Guanacaste plains. The private setting is close to Tenorio National Park. The home is run by a very efficient solar power system. Living Area square footage: 2,033 square feet Covered porch area: 93.34 square feet Attached Covered Carport is 194.49 square feet
HIDDEN GEM: Large Home, Gazebo with Jacuzzi, Lake View
- Price
- $259,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 20
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 3/3
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 3
- Location
- Nuevo Tronadora, Tronadora, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Countryside
- View Type
- Lake View
- Total Lot Size
- 2,607.59 m² (28,067.75 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 115.00 m² (1,237.84 sq ft)
3/3 Lake View Home on a large private lot. Feel like you are in the country but only 2 minutes to town for shopping, public transportation and only 10 minutes from the Municipal Hub of the Lake Arenal area Tilaran. Views of Lake Arenal and surrounding mountains. Open concept living/dining/kitchen. 3 bedrooms with walk-in closets, and 3 full baths. 2 septic systems on this property. Laundry room. Linen closet. Large pantry in kitchen. Glass-screened front porch. 1-car garage/bodega. Gazebo with Jacuzzi. Satellite TV with US channels.