RICO REALTY
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.
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!
We are excited to announce that buyers may now obtain financing in the United States when purchasing a property here in Costa Rica! Contact us for more information.
Dream house for sale, Lakefront home with paradise tropical garden

- Price
- $1,900,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 56
- Property Type
- Villa
- Beds/Baths
- 7/7
- Location
- Nuevo Arenal, Arenal, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Lakefront
- View Type
- Lake View
- Total Lot Size
- 2.00 ha (4.94 acre)
- Total Living Area
- 570.00 m² (6,135.40 sq ft)
Bakery and Restaurant Biergarten: Turnkey Business for Sale Located in Front of Liberia Airport

- Price
- $2,575,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Commercial Sale
- Images
- 26
- 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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Lake View Home US Standrard 3/2 With Garage

- Price
- $136,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 10
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 3/2
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 2
- Location
- Nuevo Tronadora, Tronadora, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Other
- View Type
- Lake View
- Total Lot Size
- 728.00 m² (7,836.10 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 121.00 m² (1,302.43 sq ft)
This 3 bedroom 2 bath (Master bath has tub) Lake Arenal view home is located in a private area close to all amenities. The home comes furnished. Separate laundry room with large storage area. On demand hot water. New roof and gutters as of 2022. There are 2 outdoor areas for entertainment, one in the back of the house and a full gazebo that is wired and plumbed for larger crowds in the front area of the property.. A bonus feature is a one car garage to protect your vehicle from the elements and to do odd jobs with a sizeable storage area. Quiet location, great views and a very secure area.
Quintas San Luis: Lake Arenal view building lots

- Price
- $85,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Land Listing
- Images
- 4
- Property Type
- Home Construction Site
- Location
- San Luis, Tilarán, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Countryside
- View Type
- Mountain View, Lake View
- Total Lot Size
- 0.83 ha (2.05 acre)
2 large size building lots with all services available in a quiet neighborhood surrounded by nature. Fertil soil perfect for small scale agriculture / self sustainable living. Walking distance to bus stop, grocery store, school and church. 10 driving minutes from the town Tilaran and 90 Minutes from the Intl. Airport in Liberia which is also a popular destination for shopping trips (Walmart, PriceSmart, etc) Lot 4 measures 8288 square meters (2 acres) and the asking price is $85,000.-- Lot 10 measures 12159 square meters (3 acres) and the asking price is $115,000.--
QUEBRADA GRANDE: Building ground 3/4 acre for private or commercial use

- Price
- $49,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Land Listing
- Images
- 4
- Property Type
- Home Construction Site
- Location
- Quebrada Grande, Quebrada Grande, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Countryside, Suburban, Urban
- View Type
- Greenbelt View, Wooded View, Garden View
- Total Lot Size
- 2,908.00 m² (31,301.33 sq ft)
This lot of 2908 square meters = 3/4 of an acre is located in the quaint town of Quebrada Grande, at walking distance to the town center, restaurants, park, church and school. The lot is suitable for commercial or private use, or to create a small residential subdivision. City Water, Electricity, phone and internet service are available. The town of Quebrada Grande is a 15 minute drive away from the municipal hub Tilaran, 1 hour drive from the province capital Liberia (Intl. Airport, Walmart etc) and 90 minutes from the nearest beaches. The Monteverde cloudforest can be reached in 1 hour. The seller is motivated.
Cinco Esquinas San Luis: One of the Busiest Inersections in the Area - Commercial Potential

- Price
- $390,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 6
- Property Type
- Structure with one bedroom on upper floor.
- Beds/Baths
- 1/2
- Beds
- 1
- Baths
- 2
- Location
- San Luis, Tilarán, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Countryside
- View Type
- Greenbelt View
- Total Lot Size
- 4,362.34 m² (46,955.65 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 100.00 m² (1,076.39 sq ft)
Everyone going from La Fortuna to the beaches or the beaches to La Fortuna have to pass by this location. Currently not being used commercially but certainly has the potential to be a popular stop over place. Put your ideas to work. Contact us for more information.
Casa Paso Lajas: Home on Large Property With 2 Water Sources-SELLER MOTIVATED

- Price
- $139,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 28
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 2/1
- Beds
- 2
- Baths
- 1
- Location
- Cañas, Cañas, Cañas, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Countryside
- View Type
- Garden View
- Total Lot Size
- 1,980.05 m² (21,313.00 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 75.00 m² (807.29 sq ft)
Just under 1/2 acre, this well built (1,620 sq ft to include terraces and carport/storage shed) 2 bedrooms/1 bath home located on the outskirts of Canas, Guanacaste. A quiet, private, secure rural area (small development) only 10 minutes from the main town, 45 minutes from Lake Arenal, 1 hour from the Liberia International airport, 2 hours from the beaches and 3 hours to San Jose. A small storage shed (concrete block) for yard tools, etc. is on the property. A 2 car covered carport to protect from the weather. There are 2 sources of water, a well on the property and city water with pressure pump and tank. The property has neem, kaffir lime, curry, peppers,mandarin oranges, limes both messina and key limes, mango, cashew, guayaba, papaya, and avocado and plenty of room to plant more.
Casa Maravillosa: NewlyRenovated US Standard Home With Gazebo-Safe Neighborhood-Turnkey

- Price
- $129,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 16
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 2/2
- Beds
- 2
- Baths
- 2
- Location
- Tronadora, Tronadora, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Urban, Other
- View Type
- Wooded View
- Total Lot Size
- 455.40 m² (4,901.87 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 100.00 m² (1,076.39 sq ft)
This spacious 2/2 with all conveniences (on demand hot water throughout) to include a hobby room/dining area makes this home a super investment. End of the road quiet neighborhood of Tronadora. Walk to schools, church and shopping or a 10 minute drive to the Municipal "Hub" Tilaran or take the bus that leaves and returns several times a day. High ceilings with concrete and steel construction. Turnkey, fully furnished, with Airbnb potential! Gazebo (with water and electric) with sitting area to enjoy the forest that borders this property. Many varieties of fruit that attract the birds and butterflies-truly a tranquil setting. Covered carport for protection from the rain.
Animal Inn: Tranquil Property Bordered By A River and Jungle With Home And More (Motivated Seller)

- Price
- $269,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Commercial Sale
- Images
- 23
- Property Type
- Multiplex
- Beds/Baths
- -/1
- Baths
- 1
- Location
- Tierras Morenas, Tierras Morenas, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Countryside
- View Type
- River View, Wooded View
- Total Lot Size
- 0.64 ha (1.58 acre)
- Total Interior Area
- 118.00 m² (1,270.14 sq ft)
Ever dream of breakfast with the monkeys and birds?? Look no further.... Beautiful property 6000 m2 in a fabulous setting. Eastern border of property is a rambling river that wraps around the property and swimming hole. No street noise only the rumbling of the river and birds. The Aracaris come for breakfast fruit on the patio railing. About property: Steel secure gated entrance - LARGE OUT BUILDING- Gated enclosure for 11 separate animals, each compartment with sleeping area and separate eating area, perfect for dog rescue or doggy day care or Hobby Farm. The building houses a bodega (storage area) and bathroom 2 separate enclosures with dog houses (more like dog hotels), Property is completely fenced, 95% with chain link, -separate SECURE dog run Small horse stable. House is under remodeling. Many possibilities for redesign. Kitchen has been upgraded Laja /slate stone around whole veranda Pool, newly refurbished Koi pond set at rivers edge
CASA TEJONA: US Standard home - outstanding views - newly remodelled

- Price
- $250,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 12
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 2/2
- Beds
- 2
- Baths
- 2
- Location
- La Tejona, Santa Rosa, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Countryside
- View Type
- Eastern View, Lake View, Mountain View
- Total Lot Size
- 1,750.00 m² (18,836.77 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 164.00 m² (1,765.27 sq ft)
Casa Tejona is located near Lake Arenal, 15 minutes from Tilarán, Costa Rica. The property measures 1750 square meters, with an American-style house with a total of 164 square meters of construction. The house has a total of 2 bedrooms and 2 baths: 1 master bedroom with a walk-in closet and a full bathroom with a tub. 1 guest bedroom with full bathroom. Large open concept living room, dining room and kitchen. Granite countertops in the kitchen, bathrooms and picnic kitchen. The kitchen comes fully equipped with SAMSUNG appliances, and small Black + Decker appliances. The house can be purchased fully furnished as shown in the photos. It has a picnic area of 30 square meters, and a storage room of 20 square meters. The property has a wide variety of fruit trees and a small stream on one side. Surrounded by open spaces, the property is visited by wild animals such as monkeys, toucans, parrots and parakeets, sloths, deer, coatis, coyotes and many more. Lake Arenal is attractive to people who like outdoor activities such as water sports, cycling, horseback riding, walking and running. There are several Yoga centers and other social entertainment possibilities. Owner financing available. The listing price is fully furnished. Unfurnished = $230,000.--
US Style Townhouse: Lake View Townhouse No HOA-Perfect For Investment or Retirement Residence Full Time or Part Time

- Price
- $175,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 18
- Property Type
- Townhouse
- 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
- 216.63 m² (2,331.78 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 148.00 m² (1,593.05 sq ft)
Lake view Townhouse, 1,600 square feet of living space. 800 sq ft upstairs with 1 bedroom, 1 bath, open concept kitchen, living and dining area and 800 sq ft downstairs with 2 bedrooms and 2 baths. One is the master suite. Patios on both levels to enjoy the view of Lake Arenal. Garden area in front, automatic gate with 2 parking spaces that are covered. 7 minutes to the Municipal "hub" Tilaran for all shopping and medical needs or 1/2 mile for groceries and produce in the town of Tronadora.
Hacienda Poseidon: 33 acre property for development, overlooking Lake and Volcano Arenal

- Price
- $795,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Land Listing
- Images
- 17
- Property Type
- Development Parcel
- Location
- La Tejona, Santa Rosa, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Countryside, Mountain
- View Type
- Lake View, Mountain View
- Total Lot Size
- 13.34 ha (32.96 acre)
One of a kind property. 33 acres overlooking Lake Arenal and the Volcanos Arenal and Tenorio. The size of the property and public road front allows to subdivide the property into several parcels. Electricity and a water well are on the property. 15 Minutes from Tilaran, 90 Minutes from the Intl. Airport Liberia, 2 hours from the nearest pacific beaches.