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!
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)
54 properties available
La Foresta: Building lot of 3+ acres in 2 plots, with peekaboo lake view - Seller motivated !

- Price
- $125,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Land Listing
- Images
- 6
- Property Type
- Home Construction Site
- Location
- Nuevo Tronadora, Tronadora, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Countryside, Mountain, Suburban
- View Type
- Lake View, Mountain View, Wooded View
- Total Lot Size
- 1.27 ha (3.14 acre)
If you like it private and quiet, yet close to town for all amenities, this lot is for you ! The property is at walking distance from lake access, the center of Tronadora, and 10 driving minutes from the municipal hub Tilaran. A 90 minutes drive takes you to Liberia where you find an international airport, a first class private hospital and many shopping opportunities. Add another 30 minutes drive and visit one of the beautiful beaches on the Nicoya peninsula. With city water and electricity at lot line, and already subdivided into 2 lots, this property is ready to build a couple of homes with pool, guest houses, buildings for animals, greenhouses .... just put your ideas to work.
Vista Hermosa: Lake view lot with commercial potential

- Price
- $59,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Land Listing
- Images
- 3
- Property Type
- Home Construction Site
- Location
- San Luis, Tilarán, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Countryside
- View Type
- Lake View, Northern View
- Total Lot Size
- 1,352.00 m² (14,552.75 sq ft)
This 1/3 acre property has it all. Outstanding views of lake Arenal and the volcanos Tenorio and Miravalles, potential for commercial or residential use, Paved road front, City water, access to electricity, telephone and internet, bus stop and lake access at walking distance. San Luis is a quaint village with a mixed local and expat population, with 2 tiny grocery stores, church and school, 1 excellent restaurant with international dishes and 2 restaurants with local food. Tilaran is only a 10 minute drive away, in a little over1 hour you reach Liberia with the intl. Airport and more shopping opportunities. The neares beaches are less than 2 hours away. Lake Arenal is famous for it´s water sport activities such as Wind/Kite/Wing surfing, Wake boarding, Paddleboarding etc.and there are many other sparetime activities such as Yoga retreats, Animal welfare groups, paint classes, farmers markets. The surrounding mountains attract mountain bikers, hikers and horse riders. For young families, San Luis has a local school (up to 6th grade) and there are 2 private schools in Tilaran. For the smaller budget the seller would be willing to sell part of the lot, 7000 square feet for $39,000,--
Quinta Aurora: Mountain and Lake View lot, ready for construction

- Price
- $92,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Land Listing
- Images
- 7
- Property Type
- Home Construction Site
- Location
- Nuevo Tronadora, Tronadora, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Countryside
- View Type
- Lake View, Mountain View, Northern View
- Total Lot Size
- 2,609.60 m² (28,089.39 sq ft)
This property is just over half acre of size and is located in a private subdivision, at walking distance to the Tronadora town center with a bus stop, shopping, restaurants, school and church, and only 5 minutes from Lake access. The larger town Tilaran is only 15 driving Minutes away. Suitable for residential construction, the lot offers plenty of space for a pool, a guest house, animals and a veggie garden. You can reach Liberia (intl. airport, Walmart, PriceSmart/Costco and many more great stores) in 90 Minutes, and some of the most popular beaches on the Nicoya Peninsula in less than 2 hours. The lot has access to city water and public electricity.
Lake Arenal View Townhouse-No HOA: 3/3 Townhouse With Large Deck

- Price
- $180,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 11
- Property Type
- Townhouse
- Beds/Baths
- 3/3
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 3
- Location
- Tronadora, Tronadora, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Countryside
- View Type
- Lake View
- Total Lot Size
- 213.05 m² (2,293.24 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 149.00 m² (1,603.82 sq ft)
Airy, bright townhouse with a large deck. 3 bedrooms each with an adjoining bath. One on the upper level and 2 below. Modern kitchen with dishwasher. This unit overlooks Lake Arenal and Tenorio volcano. King size bed in the master bedroom with an en-suite bathroom with separate tub and shower. Second and third bedrooms have adjacent full bathrooms equipped with sizable showers. High speed internet gives someone working from home easy access to the internet or for the gamer, real time gaming. Sit out on the large deck and just absorb the amazing view. 2 covered parking spaces. Close to shopping, medical services, etc. in Tilaran which is the Municipal "Hub" of the Lake Arenal area.
Vista Hermosa: Lake and Volcano view property

- Price
- $199,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Land Listing
- Images
- 1
- Property Type
- agriculture, commercial, residential, home construction
- Location
- Río Piedras, Tierras Morenas, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Countryside
- View Type
- Eastern View, Lake View, Mountain View
- Total Lot Size
- 5.27 ha (13.02 acre)
This extraordinary 13 acre property at the west end of Lake Arenal, with a basic tico style farm house and a great selection of fruit trees and veggie garden. The property is situated half way between Tilaran and Nuevo Arenal (25 minutes either way) and only 10 Minutes from lake access (water sports), 90 Minutes from Liberia Intl. airport, 2 hours from the beach, 2 hours from the Monteverde cloud forest, 1 hour from La Fortuna, volcano Arenal and the Tabacon hot springs, and a short distance to some of the best restaurants in the area.
Nature Paradise and Eco-Retreat Center: Yoga, Wellness and Retreat Center

- Price
- $795,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Commercial Sale
- Images
- 23
- Property Type
- Yoga Retreat
- Beds/Baths
- 9/9
- Beds
- 9
- Baths
- 9
- Location
- Sabalito, Tierras Morenas, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Countryside
- View Type
- Other
- Total Lot Size
- 0.63 ha (1.56 acre)
- Total Interior Area
- 432.00 m² (4,649.99 sq ft)
Nestled in an old growth forest minutes to Lake Arenal, this secluded retreat center beckons those who want to experience Pura Vida. With the Sabalo River running on two sides, and a 600 foot jungle wall adjoining, a symphony of sound and nature oasis greets you. Weekly yoga classes are attended by locals and visitors. Other classes and events include: cooking classes, art classes, children's parties, weddings, journeys with medicinal plants of Costa Rica, dance events, spa days, and more. Since 2013, they have been successful on Airbnb with 165+ excellent reviews and super host status. Local Partnerships include Tico Wind, (the #1 winter destination for windsurfing and kitesurfing in Central America) and Tula Vida Equine Therapy Center. International retreat groups regularly book yoga, healing, dance, writing, drumming and massage retreats. Teachers and participants travel from the United States, Canada and Europe. The property is a 1.5-hour drive from Liberia airport and 3.5 hours from San Jose airport. It is 5 minutes from Lake Arenal where there are plenty of activities, restaurants and excursions to choose from. Infrastructure: Main Lodge: 3 Guest Bedrooms 2 Large Bathrooms (4 showers, 4 toilets) Kitchen Office / Living Room Laundry Room Open-air, Fully Covered Yoga Deck Sitting / Dining Area Sleeps up to 12 people Built in 2013 326 sq m / 3026 sq ft (including yoga and dining decks) Small Lodge:: 3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms Kitchen & Hang-out (Open-air, Covered) Sleeps 6 people Built in 2016 72 sq m / 775 sq ft Guest Suites: 2 Separate Double Bedrooms 2 Private Bathrooms Patio River View Sleeps 4 people Built in 2013 54 sq mt / 581 sq ft Tree-house Studio: 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Kitchenette Terrace Storage / Shed Garage River View Sleeps 2 people Built in 2013 30 sq mt / 322 sq ft Nordic Sauna: Constructed with Cedar wood Terrace facing jungle & river Sabalo River entrance Wood Burning Stove Outside Shower Built in 2020 16 sq m, 172 sq ft
MOUNTAIN RIDGE PARADISE: Exceptional Lake Arenal view property.

- Price
- $249,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Land Listing
- Images
- 16
- Property Type
- Agricultural Land
- Location
- San Luis, Tilarán, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Countryside
- View Type
- Eastern View, Greenbelt View, Lake View, Mountain View
- Total Lot Size
- 2.21 ha (5.46 acre)
Enjoy the most beautiful and unobstructed views on Lake Arenal! OWNER FINANCING AVAILABLE ! This property offers one of the most beautiful views of the lake and volcanoes and will enchant you with its unobstructed panoramic views. It also offers 22.059 m2 / 5,45 ac of fertile, well-maintained land with palm trees, fruit trees and forest. The land is very flat and therefore can be fully utilized, a rarity around Lake Arenal! It is not only suitable for building, but also offers enough space to grow vegetables and keep animals. It is completely fenced and has its own well that provides tested, clean water. Electricity is also available. In addition, it has direct access to the main road, so it could easily be further subdivided. So, it is perfect for selfsustained of the grid living or investors. Let the sounds of monkeys, toucans, parrots and hummingbirds wake you up while you look out over the lake from your bed. Have a coffee in the garden and watch the many butterflies, squirrels and frogs. Stroll around the property and admire the flora and fauna or your homegrown vegetables before surfing the high-speed Internet or working. This natural paradise has a wonderfully mild climate with an average daily temperature of 25 C / 77 F. It is located above the charming town of San Luis and only 5 minutes from the bustling town of Tilaran, where you can find everything, you need. It is truly a very private natural paradise with excellent access. Experience the great activities of the area: swimming, kayaking or fishing, a dip in the hot volcanic springs of La Fortuna, the Arenal Volcano National Park or a trip, to the nearby beaches. These and the international airport of Liberia can be reached in about 1 hour. A rare opportunity that you should not miss!
Lake and Volcano Splendor: Casa Linda Vista: Unique Design To Capture The 270 Degree Views

- Price
- $569,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 22
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 3/3
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 3
- Location
- El Aguacate, Tierras Morenas, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Countryside
- View Type
- Eastern View, Lake View, Western View, Other
- Total Lot Size
- 1,506.00 m² (16,210.38 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 261.00 m² (2,809.37 sq ft)
With 24/7 Security! Modern 3/ 3 home with a chefs kitchen and pantry, uniquely designed with open concept, high ceilings and wrap around covered deck with incredible lake and volcano views. This large home offers 3,440 square feet under roof with 2,806 square feet of living space built in 2014 and upgraded in 2022. The master bedroom and lounge have a direct view of the volcano and lake. Watch the sunrise over the volcano with an early morning coffee, or the sun set with a cocktail over the far end of the lake, hills and windmills. This home captures both perfectly. Improvements include 5 AC units, Fiber Optic Internet, New appliances,Mini Freezer, 400 sq ft added for dining area, Additional insulation, Extended roof area, Cable lighting, LED lighting in Master bath,China Hutches/Dry Bar-Bookcases/CD & DVD Case, Fully fenced yard front and back, Low Voltage Landscape lighting. A spacious garage with full laundry, and full bathroom sits underneath. The home has its own private gate and is situated on a 1,506 square meter lot. Located just a few hundred yards from the waters edge with a boat launch ramp, boat dock and boat storage area. 24 Hour Security Community Pool Home Comes Unfurnished
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
- Lake View, Mountain 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 10 measures 8288 square meters (2 acres) and the asking price is $85,000.-- Lot 4 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.