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RICO REALTY

Rico Realty is a fully registered and legally operating Real Estate company, specializing in Residential and Commercial Properties at Lake Arenal in Costa Rica. With superior, professional real estate services since 1995, we can make your retirement wishes a reality. Selling "Dreams and Lifestyles"... not just Properties!

MEET OUR TEAM

Our team at Rico Realty has a combined 80-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 30 years. Jim, Rene and Elisabeth take pride in exceeding the expectations of their customers. We strive to provide you with unparalleled service, making your dream of owning your little paradise a reality.

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!


 

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VILLA ORQUIDEA: Beautifully designed Lake View Home in gated community

VILLA ORQUIDEA: Beautifully designed Lake View Home in gated community
Price
$589,000
Status
Active
Listing Type
Residential Sale
Images
40
Property Type
House
Beds/Baths
3/4
Location
Nuevo Tronadora, Tronadora, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
Location Type
Countryside
View Type
Bay View, Eastern View, Garden View, Lake View, Mountain View, Northern View, Wooded View
Total Lot Size
2,794.00 m² (30,074.25 sq ft)
Total Living Area
340.00 m² (3,659.71 sq ft)

LAKE PARADISE: Lake View lot ready for Construction

LAKE PARADISE: Lake View lot ready for Construction
Price
$65,000
Status
Active
Listing Type
Land Listing
Images
10
Property Type
Home Construction Site
Location
San Luis, Tilarán, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
Location Type
Countryside, Mountain
View Type
Garden View, Lake View, Northern View, Wooded View
Total Lot Size
997.00 m² (10,731.58 sq ft)

COUNTRY INN: PRICE REDUCED, SELLER MOTIVATED, Commercial Property - Rental Business ! 1 Large Home, 5 Bungalows, greenhouse and horse barn on 2.5 acres

COUNTRY INN: PRICE REDUCED, SELLER MOTIVATED, Commercial Property - Rental Business ! 1 Large Home, 5 Bungalows, greenhouse and horse barn on 2.5 acres
Price
$360,000
Status
Active
Listing Type
Commercial Sale
Images
100
Property Type
Mixed Use Building
Beds/Baths
8/8
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
275.00 m² (2,960.06 sq ft)

Bakery and Restaurant Biergarten: Top Running Restaurant-Pizzeria and Bakery with beach delivery service, turn-key Business Opportunity for sale. with huge construction, Turnkey Moneymaker in the best location diagonal from Liberia Airport

Bakery and Restaurant Biergarten: Top Running Restaurant-Pizzeria and Bakery with beach delivery service, turn-key Business Opportunity for sale. with huge construction, Turnkey Moneymaker in the best location diagonal from Liberia Airport
Price
$2,575,000
Status
Active
Listing Type
Commercial Sale
Images
62
Property Type
Bakery, Restaurant and House
Beds/Baths
4/4
Location
Guardia, Liberia, Liberia, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
Location Type
Ocean-Vicinity
View Type
Garden View, Other
Total Lot Size
0.98 ha (2.42 acre)
Total Interior Area
1,700.00 m² (18,298.57 sq ft)

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SUNSET IN PARADISE

SUNSET IN PARADISE
Price
$279,000
Status
Active
Listing Type
Residential Sale
Images
3
Property Type
House
Beds/Baths
2/2
Beds
2
Baths
2
Location
Central, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
Location Type
Suburban
View Type
Garden View, Mountain View, Western View
Total Lot Size
2,026.12 m² (21,808.89 sq ft)
Total Living Area
200.00 m² (2,152.77 sq ft)

Half acre paradise garden with a 2 story home at the outskirts of the municipal hub Tilaran and only 10 minutes from beautiful Lake Arenal. The main floor offers a large open living-dining area and kitchen, laundry area and full bath. The staircase leads to the first floor galery, which is access to 2 bedrooms, 1 full bath with a large corner tub and closet, and 2 balconies. Detached from the house is a large open building which currently is used as a car mecanic shop.

VILLA AMANDA: Urban Style Home in Rural Setting

VILLA AMANDA: Urban Style Home in Rural Setting
Price
$194,000
Status
Active
Listing Type
Residential Sale
Images
41
Property Type
House
Beds/Baths
2/1
Beds
2
Baths
1
Location
Quebrada Azul, Santa Rosa, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
Location Type
Countryside, Suburban
View Type
Greenbelt View, Mountain View
Total Lot Size
390.00 m² (4,197.91 sq ft)
Total Living Area
100.00 m² (1,076.39 sq ft)

Beautiful modern home, professionally and tastefully designed and built to the highest standards. This home offers 2 bedrooms and 1 bath, open concept dining-living area and kitchen, large porches and a garage, with the possibility of expansion. Conveniently located on a paved road (keep your tires and shoes clean) and in the hills near Tilaran, which is the municipal hub of the Lake Arenal Area. The lot size of 1/10 of an acre is great for those who want to keep life simple and not spend their days cutting grass and pickind weeds. More land is available for sale right next door. Wide open views towards the Guanacaste Lowlands. The drive to Tilaran takes aproximately 10 minutes, in 25 minutes you reach Cañas, and in 1 hourr you reach Liberia with an international airport (LIR) and many shopping opportunities. The nearest beaches are approximately 2 hours away. Take the day off and make a day trip to La Fortuna-Tabacon Hot Springs and Arenal Volcano park, or to Monteverde Cloud forest with its many tourist attractions. With the purchase of this home you are eligible for residency as an investor (minimum investment $150,000 in real estate). The seller, who is also the builder, designer and architekt of the home, is offering his services in case the buyers wish to add a second bedroom, bathroom or whatever comes to their mind.

SUNNY BAY VILLA: Duplex in Gated Lakeside Community with Clubhouse and Pool

SUNNY BAY VILLA: Duplex in Gated Lakeside Community with Clubhouse and Pool
Price
$380,000
Status
Active
Listing Type
Residential Sale
Images
8
Property Type
Multiplex
Beds/Baths
4/4
Beds
4
Baths
4
Location
Puerto San Luis, Arenal, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
Location Type
Lakefront
View Type
Bay View, Garden View, Lake View, Mountain View
Total Lot Size
371.88 m² (4,002.87 sq ft)
Total Living Area
200.00 m² (2,152.77 sq ft)

On the Sunny side of Lake Arenal, at walking distance to lake access and a lake front restaurant, we find this modern 2 story home, built of solid steel and concrete. The 2 stories are completely separate, offering 1000 sqft of living space plus 300 sqft of covered front porch each. Live in one unit and rent out the other unit for additional income. Custom (solid wood) cabinets. Bay window in kitchens. Upstairs unit has lake view, downstairs has 1/2 bath Plumbed for both gas and electric stove and dryer (has gas stove and dryer) At walking distance to the small pueblo San Luis with 2 mum-and-pop grocery stores and 2 restaurants (local and international cuisine). A 10 minute drive or bus ride takes you to the municipal hub Tilaran, with its many supermarkets, banks, medical and dental clinics, pharmacies, hardware stores, mechanics, appliance stores, municipal offices, main bus station, etc. The area around the lake offers many ways to entertain yourself. Sports and outdoor activities, as well as social activities, can be found at every corner. The International Airport LIR (Liberia) is only 90 minutes away and the nearest beaches can be reached in 2 hours. Take the day off and make a day trip to La Fortuna-Tabacon Hot Springs and Arenal Volcano park, or to Monteverde Cloud forest with its many tourist attractions. With the purchase of this home you are eligible for residency as an investor (minimum investment $150,000 in real estate).

SOLD!!! Oasis Verde - Distress Sale, Sellers Motivated

SOLD!!! Oasis Verde - Distress Sale, Sellers Motivated
Price
$199,000
Status
Active
Listing Type
Residential Sale
Images
46
Property Type
House
Beds/Baths
3/2
Beds
3
Baths
2
Location
San Luis, Tilarán, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
Location Type
Mountain, Suburban
View Type
Garden View, Greenbelt View, Lake View, Mountain View, Northern View, Western View, Wooded View
Total Lot Size
2,140.19 m² (23,036.72 sq ft)
Total Living Area
100.00 m² (1,076.39 sq ft)

Priced below market value at $199,000.--. Located on the south side "the sunny side" of Lake Arenal. This home was built by a German Artisan to high standards. Solid and practical 1300 sqft size construction, all walls concrete block (NO prefab!) and built to support a second story, All exterior and interior doors made of tropical hardwood "Cedro", hot water plumbing throughout, master bedroom with master bath on one side, 2 guest bedrooms and guest bath on the other side. Open concept Living-Dining area and Kitchen with Cedro cabinet doors and high end appliances (Gas stove, Side-By-Side Refrigerator). Laundry room with front loading and self-heating washing machine and Dryer. All appliances have 2 years warranty. The home comes completely furnished, equipped, and move-in ready, to include Security cameras and a portable A/C unit. The sellers will only take personal items, clothing, and some of the decorative items. In addition to the home, there is an unfinished 700 sq.ft. apartment building on the property which can be finished for guests, renters, (income producer) or kept as is as a garage, workshop or exercise room, yoga studio, event center, etc. A rainwater storage tank is connected to the gutters and a water tower with a large storage tank is near the apartment building. The land measures 1/2 acre and has a small lake view, sunset views, and mountain views. The property has an Electric gate and is fully fenced with a 5 ft chainlink fence. Not to forget the large variety of old-grown trees, tropical plants, and flowers, and plenty of fruit trees like mango, papaya, lemon, and bananas, as well as newly planted trees that will produce lemons, oranges, mandarins, cacao, kiwi, passion fruit, guanabana, pineapple, and other fruit in the near future. Private and quiet setting, yet at walking distance to restaurants, stores, schools (public and private), bus stop, church, and lake access. In only 10 minutes you can reach the quaint and very clean town Tilaran, which is the municipal hub where you find everything for your everyday needs, including large grocery stores, appliance stores, banks, schools, churches, restaurants, hardware stores, a hospital, pharmacies, fabric stores, "everything and nothing" stores etc. and a beautiful central park to take a rest between running errands. On and around lake Arenal you can enjoy paddle boarding, jet skiing, wakeboarding, kayaking, boating, wind- and kite surfing, hiking, biking, horseback riding, and many more options. The drive to the next larger city Liberia and the International Airport LIR takes 90 Minutes. Liberia offers more shopping opportunities, including Walmart, PriceSmart (Costco) larger hardware stores, as well as public and private hospitals. The sellers are facing a family crisis in their country and must move back. Therefore the price was lowered from originally $280,000.-- to $199,000.-- This price is firm, with the Buyers paying all closing costs (property transfer taxes, Notary fees) The Sellers will pay the real estate fees.

BLUE CREEK VILLA - Smart Home in Paradise

BLUE CREEK VILLA - Smart Home in Paradise
Price
$399,000
Status
Active
Listing Type
Residential Sale
Images
37
Property Type
House
Beds/Baths
3/1
Beds
3
Baths
1
Location
Quebrada Azul, Santa Rosa, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
Location Type
Countryside, Mountain
View Type
Garden View, Mountain View, Wooded View
Total Lot Size
1.40 ha (3.46 acre)
Total Living Area
200.00 m² (2,152.77 sq ft)

This modern and well designed home offers 3 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, Living-dining-kitchen area, laundry room, attached garage, as well as an alarm system, automated locks, lights and cameras. The fully fenced property with plenty of space for more buildings, a pool, horses, cows, or an organic plantation, is located in the quiet mountain village Quebrada Azul, just a few miles from the municipal hub Tilaran.The many trees on the property, and the surrounding forest are home to a variety of exotic animals. In only 5 minutes you can drive to Lake Arenal. Make a day trip to the Tabacon hot springs or to Monteverde cloud forest. The lake Arenal area is home to many expats who keep themselves busy in a variety of social groups and animal welfare groups. For the more "sporty" ones among us, there are pickleball courts, hiking groups, windsurfers, wakeboarders etc. The Intl. airport Liberia is a short 90 minute drive away, the nearest beaches are reachable in less than 2 hours. Liberia is the capital of the province of Guanacaste, where you can find private and public hospitals, and lots of shopping opportunities. FULL PRICE OFFER INCLUDES VEHICLE !

AGUACATE HILLS: 2 Homes on 6.8 acres in the quaint town of El Aguacate

AGUACATE HILLS: 2 Homes on 6.8 acres in the quaint town of El Aguacate
Price
$179,000
Status
Active
Listing Type
Residential Sale
Images
32
Property Type
House
Beds/Baths
4/2
Beds
4
Baths
2
Location
El Aguacate, Tierras Morenas, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
Location Type
Countryside, Mountain
View Type
Garden View, Greenbelt View, Mountain View
Total Lot Size
2.76 ha (6.82 acre)
Total Living Area
150.00 m² (1,614.58 sq ft)

Conveniently located at the west side of Lake Arenal, half way between Tilaran and Nuevo Arenal, and just off the main lake road, we find this spacious property with a newer vacation home and an older caretakers home, each with 2 bedrooms and 1 bath, living-dining areas, kitchen, laundry, porches. The large size property is sloped and has a variety of tropical plants and trees. It takes only 30 minutes to drive to Tilaran, 90 minutes to the Intl. airport Liberia and 2 hours to the nearest beaches, or to the Monteverde Cloud forest. Walking distance to one of the best restaurants in the area. In less than 1 hour you can drive to La Fortuna, Tabacon Hot Springs and Arenal Volcano. Lake Arenal is a world famous windsurfing destination and well known for its natural beauty and many options for outdoor activities.

Mountain View Lot in Gated Community 24/7 Security With Community Pool

Mountain View Lot in Gated Community 24/7 Security With Community Pool
Price
$55,000
Status
Active
Listing Type
Land Listing
Images
4
Property Type
Home Construction Site
Location
Aguacate, Tierras Morenas, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
Location Type
Mountain
View Type
Greenbelt View
Total Lot Size
896.62 m² (9,651.10 sq ft)

0.2 acre mountain view lot ready to build. All amenities available to include fiber-optic internet. City water-Underground Electricity. Build 2 or 3 stories and obtain a lake view. The lot is only 10 minutes from Nuevo Arenal and 20 minutes from the Municipal hub Tilaran for your daily needs. In 90 minutes you reach the province capital Liberia where you find an international airport as well as numerous shopping opportunities, private hospitals etc. The nearest beaches are only 2 hours away. Make a day trip to Tabacon hot springs and Volcano arenal, or to Monteverde cloud forest. Spend your days outdoors, on the water (wind-kite surfing, wake boarding) or hiking, biking, horse riding, playing pickle ball or tennis. Or join one of the many expat charity groups (people and animals in need).

BAY VIEW PARADISE: Large Building Lot, Lake Arenal View

BAY VIEW PARADISE: Large Building Lot, Lake Arenal View
Price
$120,000
Status
Active
Listing Type
Land Listing
Images
7
Property Type
Home Construction Site
Location
San Luis, Tilarán, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
Location Type
Countryside, Mountain
View Type
Bay View, Lake View, Northern View
Total Lot Size
0.77 ha (1.90 acre)

Almost 2 acres of beautiful land with lake Arenal views. The lot is ready for construction with water meter installed and electricity on lot line. Conveniently located on a quiet country road, at walking distance to the center of the small village San Luis where you find one of the best restaurants in the area, as well as a bus stop, small grocery stores, church, public and private (English speaking) schools, and lake access at the nearby San Luis bay. A 10 minutes drive or bus ride takes you to the municipal hub Tilaran. In 90 Minutes you reach the intl. airport Liberia where you also find numerous shopping opportunities. Add another 30 minutes and enjoy the rest of the day at one of the beautiful beaches on the Nicoya Peninsula. Lake Arenal offers many spare time activities, such as Watersports, Tennis- and Pickleball, Farmers Markets, Hiking groups, social meetings, animal welfare groups, and many more.

Shades of Gray: Beautiful Lake View Home on half acre

Shades of Gray: Beautiful Lake View Home on half acre
Price
$224,000
Status
Active
Listing Type
Residential Sale
Images
11
Property Type
House
Beds/Baths
2/1
Beds
2
Baths
1
Location
San Luis, Tilarán, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
Location Type
Countryside, Mountain, Suburban, Urban
View Type
Greenbelt View, Lake View, Mountain View, Northern View
Total Lot Size
2,068.00 m² (22,259.68 sq ft)
Total Living Area
80.00 m² (861.11 sq ft)

This new 2 bedroom home is situated on a lake view lot in San Luis and has been custom built featuring standard block construction, standard block and concrete foundation, ceramic flooring throughout, solid wood Guanacaste cabinetry, Guanacaste furniture, kitchen appliances, washing machine, granite counter tops, large 3 person breakfast bar, an on-demand hot water heater, ceiling fans and a whole house surge protector. Own your own piece of Paradise in this a cozy retirement nest. It's a perfect place to sit back on your verandah and enjoy the lake view as you sip your morning coffee watching another sunrise. The property is 2,068 square meters or 22,259 square feet in a tranquil area of San Luis on a quiet road with only a handful of neighbors. This area has an abundance of large trees which invites parrots, toucans and butterflies to visit and larger visitors like the occasional monkey, coatis, jaguarundi and even a deer family may make an appearance. Step inside to an open floor plan with vaulted cedro ceilings and large windows facing the lake. These windows permit natural light to flood the house and frame a picture perfect lake view. The roof has special 3 ply panels that contain a thick polymer carbon fiber core sandwiched between 2 layers of solid UPVC skins. This roof cuts out most of the rain and wind noise so you can actually think and speak in the house during storms. An alarm system with 4 cameras, window and door sensors, indoor motion sensors, recording and playback capability, remote viewing and control from your phone will provide you peace of mind. Fiber Optic cable is available. Only a few minutes walk to services in town.

CASITAS KATTY: Lake Arenal Home With Lake View Guest Cabin-Great Location-Superb Value

CASITAS KATTY: Lake Arenal Home With Lake View Guest Cabin-Great Location-Superb Value
Price
$179,000
Status
Active
Listing Type
Residential Sale
Images
26
Property Type
House
Beds/Baths
3/2
Beds
3
Baths
2
Location
Río Piedras, Tierras Morenas, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
Location Type
Mountain
View Type
Lake View, Western View
Total Lot Size
1,600.06 m² (17,222.83 sq ft)
Total Living Area
120.00 m² (1,291.66 sq ft)

Recently upgraded 1000 sq.ft. 2 bedrooms 1 bath home with a 1 bedroom 1 bath guest cabin (workable Airbnb) with a view of Lake Arenal on almost one half acre. Located on a public road just off the main paved road to lake Arenal. 2 bedrooms and 1 bath, open living/dining/kitchen concept, enclosed back porch. In 5 minutes you can walk to one of the best restaurants in the area and to the bus stop. The bus ride to Tilaran takes just 25 minutes. Tilaran is the municipal hub, where you find 3 banks, larger grocery stores, butchers, bakeries, hardware stores, pharmacies, a hospital, office supply stores, a church, a cinema, bars and restaurants, and many more amenities.

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