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!
Down by the Creek: Beautiful home surrounded by nature
- Price
- $135,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 24
- 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)
$ 135,000 negotiable. This US Standard 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.
Panoramic Lake/Volcano View Home with Soccer Field: Family Retirement Property or Sports Center
- Price
- $499,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 8
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 5/4
- Beds
- 5
- Baths
- 4
- Location
- Río Piedras, Tierras Morenas, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Countryside
- View Type
- Lake View, Mountain View
- Total Lot Size
- 0.97 ha (2.40 acre)
- Total Living Area
- 400.00 m² (4,305.55 sq ft)
A perfect location midway between Nuevo Arenal and Tilaran this property would lend itself to a recreation center, recovery facility or other options with approximately 5000 square ft of living space, on just shy of 1 hectare of land that has been subdivided into two separate lots. 5 bedrooms 4 1/2 baths total. The house can be open and used as one big area, or divided into two units by closing off two dividing doors. When divided it is a 2 bed 1 bath on one side and 3 bed 3 1/2 bath on the other. There is a large enclosed garage/shop area that already has a bath plumbed into a separate septic system that could be converted into another living space and rented out. There is a small soccer field on the property. Various small fruit trees. The driveway leads through the property and can be accessed from the road by 2 entries, both with electric gates. The wiring is already in place for a swimming pool to be added and there is a Jacuzzi. The laundry is on the main level and can be accessed from both sides of the house by an exterior door.
SUPER VALUE-CABINA ON 2.5 ACRES: PRIVATE-TRANQUIL & CLOSE TO ALL AMENITIES
- Price
- $99,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 4
- Property Type
- Cabin
- Beds/Baths
- 1/1
- Beds
- 1
- Baths
- 1
- Location
- Tilarán, Tilarán, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Countryside
- View Type
- Lake View
- Total Lot Size
- 1.00 ha (2.47 acre)
- Total Living Area
- 80.00 m² (861.11 sq ft)
Off the beaten path, 2.5 acres of land with a basic cabin. Plenty of room for building a new home, for gardening and animals. The adjoining jungle is home to many tropical birds and mammals.Due to the change of laws, and in order to obtain building permits, the future owner will have to dig a well. 10 Minutes from Tilaran and 1 hour from Liberia (intl. airport, Walmart etc)
COUNTRY INN: HOSPITALITY BUSINESS, BED & BREAKFAST, RESORT, RETREAT, HOSTEL
- Price
- $380,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Commercial Sale
- Images
- 37
- Property Type
- Mixed Use Building
- Beds/Baths
- -/7
- Baths
- 7
- 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
- 450.00 m² (4,843.74 sq ft)
Well established hospitality business with high occupancy rate all year round. Located on the main lake road (paved) and only 15 Minutes from Tilaran and 90 Minutes from the Intl. Airport in Liberia. The owners are getting ready to retire and are offering this great opportunity at an extraordinarily low price. All buildings are very well built and in excellent condition. The property of 2.5 acres has its own water well and plenty of unused space for more buildings, a pool, rancho, animals, organic garden, restaurant etc. The following buildings are included: 1 Main residence, 1780 sq.ft, 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, open concept living/dining/kitchen, large covered porch, laundry area. 5 separate guest bungalows in different sizes, 1 bedroom and 1 bath each. 1 Storage building / covered Carport / Laundry room. Total constructed area 4844 square feet (main house, guest bungalows, utility building) A solar system is providing hot water to all buildings. The property has a large variety of fruit trees, such as bananas and plantains, 2 different types of oranges, 3 different types of lemon trees, papaya trees, star fruit, coconuts, cocoa, grapefruit, tangerines, kumquats, guanabana, guayaba, passion fruit, macadamia nuts, pineapple plants, blackberries, Uchuva, Moringa, Cas fruit and a small vegetable garden. The property backs up to a forested area where many tropical animals and birds can be observed. The lake Arenal area is centrally located and many touristic attractions can be reached on a daytrip, to include some of the beautiful pacific beaches, Monteverde cloud forest, Vientos Frescos Waterfalls, Rio Celeste (the blue river), Corobici River Rafting, Arenal Volcano, Tabacon Hot Springs and the tourist town La Fortuna. The quaint town of Tilaran offers everything for your daily needs. For major shopping one can make a trip to Liberia (Walmart) or San Jose (PriceSmart) etc. Lake Arenal is also famous for its many options of outdoor activities, such as hiking, biking, horseback riding, windsurfing, wake boarding and paddle boarding. The area is home to many expats from all over the world who will be more than happy to welcome you to the neighborhood.
Quality Plus: Lake View Luxury Villa with Guest Cottage.
- Price
- $549,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 47
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 3/3
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 3
- Location
- Arenal, Arenal, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Suburban
- View Type
- Lake View
- Total Lot Size
- 0.56 ha (1.38 acre)
- Total Living Area
- 300.00 m² (3,229.16 sq ft)
SELLERS MOTIVATED ! This Luxury home is flawless with unique features rarely found in Costa Rica. The spacious open concept features bamboo hardwood floors, custom kitchen with premium appliances. Built for outdoor living with a separate full covered outdoor kitchen & patio. A fireplace and entertainment center are the focal point of the large living room. 2 large bedrooms each with their own bathroom. The master bedroom features a large walk-in closet and both bedrooms have bathtubs and showers. Beautiful granite countertops are throughout the entire house and guest cottage. The house is 3,013 square feet. The guest cottage is 1,015 square feet. The garage and workshop are 807 square feet. Bodega (storage shed) is 118 square feet. The guest cottage is a 1 bedroom open concept with full kitchen and laundry, featuring a full kitchen with a 90% occupancy rate during our high season. The entire property is 5,593 square meters and is completely fenced and gated. Located within walking distance to the town center of Arenal on all paved roads. The house has incredible 180-degree lake views and total privacy and security. Appliances included. Furniture negotiable.
VILLA ORQUIDEA: DESIGNER HOME / POTENTIAL B&B
- Price
- $399,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 20
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 3/3
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 3
- 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
- 250.00 m² (2,690.97 sq ft)
This professionally designed and well built luxury home is hiding in paradise gardens on top of a hill overlooking Lake Arenal and the surrounding mountains. Beautifully landscaped grounds add to its attractive appearance. Located at the edge of a semi-gated community with 24/7 security service, a club house and a large community pool.
JK DEVELOPMENT: Arenal lake and volcano view lots for construction
- Price
- $100,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Land Listing
- Images
- 8
- Property Type
- Home Construction Site
- Location
- Nuevo Arenal, Arenal, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Mountain, Countryside, Suburban, Other
- View Type
- Mountain View, Wooded View, Greenbelt View, Garden View, Lake View, Southern View, Western View
- Total Lot Size
- 0.50 ha (1.24 acre)
ONLY 3 lots left in a 10 lot development just a few minutes from Nuevo Arenal town center. City water and underground electric lines in place. Great views of lake, volcano and surrounding mountains. The asking price for each lot is $100,000,-- USD Lot 8 - 5000 m2 (1.23 acres) Lot 9 - 5041 m2 (1.24 acres) Lot 10 - 5830 m2 (1.44 acres)
JK Development - Luxury Villa: Arenal lake and volcano view
- Price
- $349,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 38
- Property Type
- Villa
- Beds/Baths
- 3/2
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 2
- Location
- Nuevo Arenal, Arenal, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Countryside, Mountain, Suburban, Other
- View Type
- Greenbelt View, Lake View, Mountain View, Southern View, Western View, Wooded View
- Total Lot Size
- 0.50 ha (1.24 acre)
- Total Living Area
- 220.00 m² (2,368.05 sq ft)
Modern spanish style Villa on a 1.24 acre lot, built in 2018, is located in a small development with a total of 10 lots. Outstanding views of Lake and volcano Arenal and surrounding mountains. Over 3000 square feet of size, this villa includes 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths, open concept livingroom / diningroom and kitchen, office, laundry room, large covered porches, garage with electric door. High ceilings, large size panorama windows and sliding doors, ceramic tile floors, bright colors, high quality appliances and fixtures, tropical wood cabinets, granite counter tops. 5 Minutes to Nuevo Arenal, 40 Minutes to Tilaran, 40 Minutes to Tabacon hot springs, 1 hour to La Fortuna, 2 hours to Liberia Intl. Airport. OWNER FINANCING based on FULL PRICE OFFER ! $150,000 down payment, balance payable over 5 years, 5% annual interest. Buyer must accept a 1 year rental contract with the existing renters after the closing. Renters are paying $1200 per month.
Lake View Home on 1 acre: Personality-Quality-Practicality
- Price
- $200,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 28
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 2/2
- Beds
- 2
- Baths
- 2
- Location
- Arenal, Arenal, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Mountain
- View Type
- Lake View
- Total Lot Size
- 3,887.92 m² (41,849.06 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 102.00 m² (1,097.91 sq ft)
All of the above characteristics were thought of when this home was built. Unique features including a Murphy bed for guests, waterfall shower and a "hideaway" sleeping area for kids upstairs with a half bath. This 1,100 sq ft home has all the comforts and more. Open concept living dining area, breakfast nook, office space, fireplace, dishwasher, large pantry and laundry area, outdoor jacuzzi hot tub, lush gardens with citrus, bananas, mango and more. Live in this home with comfort full time, use it as a vacation rental if you choose to be part-time or with just under one acre there is plenty of space available to build a larger home and use this as a guest home. Separate large one car garage. All services available, close to all amenities to include some of the best restaurants in the area.
JUST REDUCED ! Lake view building lot: Lake View lot ready for construction
- Price
- $65,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Land Listing
- Images
- 10
- Property Type
- Home Construction Site
- Location
- Barrio El Roble, Tronadora, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Countryside
- View Type
- Lake View
- Total Lot Size
- 0.50 ha (1.24 acre)
Large 5000 square meter / 1 1/4 acre building lot with beautiful views of Lake Arenal and the surrounding mountains. Quite location in upscale neighborhood. Most part of the property is pasture land, a smaller part along the creek has mature trees. Plenty of space for home construction, guest house, pool, garden, animals, out buildings etc. City water, electric and phone lines, are available in the area. 10 Minutes drive to the next larger town Tilaran, close to Lake Access (Yacht club) and Country Club. 90 Minutes to Tabacon Hot Springs and Volcano Arenal. Also 90 Minutes to Liberia Intl. Airport and Pacific Beaches. Seller motivated, offers welcome.
