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!
MAGIC BAMBOO HIDEAWAY: ONLY A FEW STEPS FROM THE LAKE
- Price
- $59,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Land Listing
- Images
- 16
- Property Type
- Agricultural Land
- Location
- Tronadora, Tronadora, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Lakefront
- View Type
- Mountain View, Wooded View, Western View
- Total Lot Size
- 1.00 ha (2.47 acre)
BARGAIN: 2,5 acres of land, jungle, creek, and space for building, walking distance to lake access (lake picture taken from the road nearby). The perfect property for those who prefer to live in a quiet and private surrounding, yet only 15 minutes from town. The only noise will come from the large variety of tropical birds and the howler monkeys passing through on their search for food. The property size offers plenty of space for building and growing your own food. The property is located on the public road from Tronadora to Rio Chiquito, with electric power along the road, and potable water from a pipe that runs on one side of the property to a farm nearby. The seller is motivated and will listen to offers.
Duplex: Income Earner Priced to Sell
- Price
- $99,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 14
- Property Type
- 1/2 Duplex
- Beds/Baths
- 3/2
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 2
- Location
- Puerto San Luis, Arenal, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Countryside
- View Type
- Lake View
- Total Lot Size
- 380.26 m² (4,093.07 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 100.00 m² (1,076.39 sq ft)
Income Earning duplex located in the Lake Arenal area of San Luis. Close to all amenities to include Lake Arenal, Tilaran which is the Municipal "Hub" of the Lake Arenal area. 2 bedrooms, 1 bath area with kitchen, dining area, and living area. 1 bedroom apartment behind with one bath, living area, kitchen with breakfast bar. Garage with laundry area for both residences.
The Magic Spring: 3.6 acre lot on lake road with commercial potential
- Price
- $81,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Land Listing
- Images
- 9
- Property Type
- Agricultural Land
- Location
- La Tejona, Santa Rosa, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Mountain, Countryside
- View Type
- Mountain View, Greenbelt View, Lake View, Northern View, Western View
- Total Lot Size
- 1.46 ha (3.61 acre)
Large property located on the main paved road surrounding Lake Arenal. Great location for any type of tourist business, restaurant or rental apartments. 2 Springs (certified concession with MINAE) provide cristal clear drinking water all year. Electric- and telephone lines run along the road. The property of mainly grassland and a small forest by the creeks provides plenty of space for building several homes and/or cabinas, pool, gardening / organic farming and animals. Put your ideas to work. The next larger town Tilaran is just a 10 Minute drive away, the Intl. Liberia is reachable in 90 Minutes and the nearest pacific beaches in about 2 hours. During a day trip you can visit the Volcano Arenal, Tabacon Hot springs, La Fortuna tourist town, or in the other direction visit the Monteverde cloud forest, or make a shopping trip to Liberia (Walmart etc). Lake Arenal offers many options for outdoor activities, such as windsurfing, kite surfing, wake boarding, paddle boarding, mountain biking, horseback riding, hiking, etc. or just be part of one or several of the community groups (animal rescue, bridge club, ladies luncheon, concerts, families in need group) or form your own fun group. It will never be boring.
Casa San Antonio: Home in Town on large lot
- Price
- $150,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 12
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 4/2
- Beds
- 4
- Baths
- 2
- Location
- Tilarán, Tilarán, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Urban
- View Type
- City View
- Total Lot Size
- 1,595.23 m² (17,170.84 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 158.00 m² (1,700.69 sq ft)
Large home and spacious lot with potential for commercial use. The home has 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, large living/dining room, kitchen, laundry room, front porch/open carport and a large garden area in the back of the house. Located on the paved main road with all services in place.
Lake Arenal Hotel & Resort: Well established Hotel overlooking Lake Arenal
- Price
- $2,000,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Commercial Sale
- Images
- 15
- Property Type
- Hotel/Resort/Hostel
- Beds/Baths
- 21/21
- Beds
- 21
- Baths
- 21
- Location
- La Tejona, Santa Rosa, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Countryside
- View Type
- Eastern View, Garden View, Greenbelt View, Lake View, Mountain View, Northern View, Wooded View
- Total Lot Size
- 4.45 ha (11.00 acre)
- Total Interior Area
- 3,000.00 m² (32,291.60 sq ft)
Outstanding business opportunity. Hotel / Resort / Restaurant / Brewery, successfully operating since 1992. The Hotel has 21 rooms with private bathrooms, some with a fireplace and/or kitchenette. Large swimming pool, large jacuzzi, tennis court, large laundry area. Excellent road access, professionally landscaped gardens and green zones. Dairy and pigs on the farm for a great family attraction! Most of the electricity comes from renewable sources (solar, biogas) which keeps the utility bills to a minimum. The bar is rented to a third party and pays a free and clear 25% of total income on a per month basis just as is the restaurant kitchen that pays 15% of plate sales per month, both year round. Note all related expenses including electricity, employees and all purchases generating sales and taxes are paid by the bar-restaurant tenants. The local Chef and his partner are trained in international cuisine, both are dedicated to the restaurant and the client's experience! Great food, great ambiance, and musical events on a regular basis. The on-site 3.5 barrel Regional Brewery pays $2,000 rent per month on 100m2 space and serves as the main attraction for the bar-restaurant. The brewery produces six types of beer, selling them not only at the bar/restaurant but also at La Fortuna Pub and the Monteverde Beer House with additional sales in the capital city ( San Jose), Jaco, and Coco beach among others! The off-premises sales generate traffic to the bar restaurant, quite unusual for a hotel to be known for great and reasonably priced food here in Costa Rica. Appraised at $2,600,000.-- the hotel is offered for sale at $2,000,000.-- or a 51% ownership at $1,326,000.--
Most Impressive Water Property In The Arenal Area: River, Ponds, Lake View Home With 2 Car Garage And Caretaker Home
- Price
- $450,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 22
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 3/3
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 3
- Location
- Arenal, Arenal, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Mountain
- View Type
- Lake View, Mountain View, Pond View, River View
- Total Lot Size
- 5.44 ha (13.44 acre)
- Total Living Area
- 165.00 m² (1,776.04 sq ft)
This property could easily be used as a B&B, Hostel, or Farm. Impressive Views throughout. At the riverside, there is a covered rancho for social activities, yoga, etc. 3 ponds surrounding the river that winds around and through the property. The house is designed for owner privacy while others can access the kitchen and grounds. There is also a caretaker home on the property, again private from the main house. The master bedroom is elevated from the house with bath and walk-in closet. At this moment there is space for 6-8 persons. The house has 3 bathrooms. Located just off the paved Lake Road! Put your ideas to work with this property.
Finca San Miguel: The hidden paradise - Waterfalls - Creeks - Springs - Sunset - View of the Nicoya Bay
- Price
- $349,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Land Listing
- Images
- 22
- Property Type
- Agricultural Land
- Location
- Cañas, Cañas, Cañas, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Countryside, Mountain
- View Type
- Garden View, Greenbelt View, Mountain View, River View, Valley View, Western View, Wooded View
- Total Lot Size
- 26.56 ha (65.63 acre)
Reduced from $395.000,-- seller motivated. Located just 30 Minutes out of Tilaran and between rolling hills we find this well maintained farm which is the perfect location for those who want to hide from the world but still be close to amenities. 65+ acres of land, 2 homes, several natural springs and waterfalls, large grass areas and naturally grown forest make this property a real paradise for self sustaining living. There is plenty of space for more building, animals, organic garden, and many other options.
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 ! UNDER CONTRACT !
- 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
- $189,000
- 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)
Modern fully furnished open concept single level 2 bedroom 2 bath home. Exceptional lake and Sunset views. Modern Kitchen with all Stainless Steel appliances. Quality washer and dryer. Granite counter tops throughout. Fully air-conditioned. Total privacy and located within a gated community with 24/7 security guard. Amenities include Boat Dock, Boat Ramp, Swimming pool. Only 6 miles from the town Of Nuevo Arenal and less than 1 mile from Aguacate town. THE PROPERTY HAS AN EXTRA LOT that is flat and could be used for gardens or a guest cottage that can be purchased for an additional $39,000.
