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)
43 properties available
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.
Mountain Creek Paradise: River Front and Lake View Property with development potential

- Price
- $280,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Land Listing
- Images
- 6
- Property Type
- Agricultural Land
- Location
- El Aguacate, Tierras Morenas, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Countryside, Riverfront
- View Type
- Greenbelt View, Lake View, Mountain View, Southern View, Western View
- Total Lot Size
- 2.77 ha (6.86 acre)
6.86 Acre river front property with outstanding views of Lake Arenal and beautiful sunsets.The property has city water, well water, electricity and fiber optic internet. The seller is also providing new building plans for a home and a guest house, or hire an architect and put your own ideas to work. The property can be divided into several lots and is therefore suitable for a family project, an eco community, or even a hospitality business due to its proximity to the main lake road. The property size allows for keeping a couple of horses or plant veggies and fruits. For shopping drive to Nuevo Arenal in 15 Minutes, to Tilaran in 25 Minutes, or for the big shopping trip to Liberia in 90 Minutes. The nearest beaches are 2 hours away.
Jungle Paradise: Building lot close to lake access

- Price
- $90,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Land Listing
- Images
- 10
- Property Type
- Home Construction Site
- Location
- La Tejona, Santa Rosa, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Countryside
- View Type
- Lake View, Wooded View
- Total Lot Size
- 1,734.99 m² (18,675.20 sq ft)
1/3 of an acre with a container on the lot ready to build. There is a creek bordering this property where the animals come to drink and the bird population is amazing. The owner spotted a Quetzal one day while grooming the lot. 10 minutes from the Municipal HUB of the Lake Arenal area, Tilaran for all your needs.
ALOE VERA: Self-Sustainers Paradise. 2 Story home and large shop on 11+ acres

- Price
- $289,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 25
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 2/2
- Beds
- 2
- Baths
- 2
- Location
- Quebrada Azul, Santa Rosa, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Countryside
- View Type
- Garden View, Greenbelt View, Mountain View, Western View, Wooded View
- Total Lot Size
- 4.77 ha (11.78 acre)
- Total Living Area
- 125.00 m² (1,345.48 sq ft)
Country site property with spacious home and large multi-use building in a quiet and peaceful neighborhood, perfect for the passionate hobby farmer or a eco-community. The property can be subdivided into 1,25 acre lots. The small pueblo Quebrada Azul is only 15 driving minutes away from Tilaran or Lake Arenal, and 90 Minutes from the Intl. Airport in Liberia. The nearest beaches can be reached in less than 2 hours.
VILLA BLANCA : Modern Lake View Home With Land for Self Sustainability - Spacious Home- North American Features and B&B Potential

- Price
- $359,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 16
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 4/3
- Beds
- 4
- Baths
- 3
- Location
- Nuevo Arenal, Arenal, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Countryside
- View Type
- Lake View
- Total Lot Size
- 1.54 ha (3.79 acre)
- Total Living Area
- 251.00 m² (2,701.73 sq ft)
Home with over 3 acres located just a few minutes from the town of Nuevo Arenal has high ceilings, a nice sized living area, 4 bedrooms situated for privacy, 3 bathrooms, a separate office space upon entering the house, laundry area, large kitchen/dining area with views of the lake as well as the master bedroom. Hot water throughout the house. Assorted fruit trees and yucca planted on the property.
Lake And Volcano Arenal Parcel With Self Sustainable Potentail: For Those Who Want To Be Off The Grid

- Price
- $745,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Land Listing
- Images
- 9
- Property Type
- 50% Potrero 50% Montana
- Location
- Rio Chiquita, Tronadora, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Mountain
- View Type
- Lake View, Other
- Total Lot Size
- 76.53 ha (189.11 acre)
The property has over 26 natural springs and 7 waterfalls within the site boundaries.Located on the south side of Lake Arenal, west of the volcano. Although several smaller towns are adjacent to the site, Tilarán is the regional governing city and is west of the property about 30 minutes away by car. Fortuna is a large city located at the base of the volcano and is about forty-five minutes away. The property is home to hundreds of species of flowers and plants including orchids, wild raspberries, water apple trees, avocados, and many more.
FIVE CORNERS WITH A VIEW - Multiple use property: Private estate, Fairground, Eventcenter, Expo, Open-Air restaurant. Put your ideas to work.

- Price
- $295,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Commercial Sale
- Images
- 23
- Property Type
- Mixed Use Building
- Beds/Baths
- 1/1
- Beds
- 1
- Baths
- 1
- Location
- San Luis, Tilarán, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Countryside
- View Type
- Greenbelt View, Lake View, Mountain View, Northern View
- Total Lot Size
- 0.53 ha (1.31 acre)
- Total Interior Area
- 60.00 m² (645.83 sq ft)
This well maintained US Standard home comes completely furnished and features an expansive deck with an awesome view of Lake Arenal, a large living room with panoramic windows, sectional sofa, large RCA Smart TV, twin bed, a spacious bedroom with queen bed, armoire, and desk. The kitchen has a center island with four barstools, new refrigerator, stove, microwave, two large metal pantries, open shelving, and a stackable washer/dryer. In the bath you will find a lovely new glass corner shower with an on-demand water heater. This adorable home features air conditioning, ceiling fans, high ceilings, and WiFi, with easily maintained ceramic tile floors.Additional amenities include a beautiful covered patio, carport, an off-site monitored alarm system with outside security cameras, a lighted observation tower with a spectacular view of the Arenal Volcano, and for the passionate artisan bread- and pizza bakers there is a custom built outside woodfire oven. In addition, there is a large 50’ x 60’ commercial building with a new roof, new metal siding, two lockable storerooms, two bathrooms, lighting, fans, and a brand new wooden stage and dance floor. This building could be used for a myriad of purposes such as a retail store, event center, plant nursery, school, or for industrial purposes with a large grassy parking area. It could be rented out separately for additional income. This 1.3 acre property is completely fenced and beautifully landscaped with tropical plants, grass, and native trees. The property is located at one of the most beautiful spots in the Guanacaste area of Costa Rica with a fabulous view of Lake and Volcano Arenal. It is perfect for those who love to enjoy fabulous sunrises and sunsets, and the surrounding trees teeming with tropical birds including toucans and parrots. Located on the southwest corner of the lake, this property is very private, with an electronic gate driveway entrance, but easy access to the lake road Route 142 which connects the area with the Panamerican Highway. It is a two minute walk to the bus stop with multiple daily embarkments to Nuevo Arenal, Tronadora, and Tilaran, and only a few minutes drive from the latter. Tilaran is a quaint little town that is considered one of the best small communities in the country with many amenities including grocery stores, banks, hardware stores, restaurants, bakeries, medical facilities and other necessities. It is also only a little over an hour drive to the fast growing capital city of Guanacaste Province, Liberia and its International Airport. Another 30 minutes drive takes you to the Pacific Beach of Playa Coco and many other wonderful beach choices up and down the Nicoya Peninsula. Our advantages on Lake Arenal are the cool breezes, fresh air through the forests and the purest drinking water in the country. The earth is so rich here,that everything grows quickly.