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!
Casa Alario: The Perfect Family Retreat With All Amenities
- Price
- $349,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 8
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 3/3
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 3
- Location
- Nuevo Arenal, Arenal, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Countryside
- View Type
- Lake View
- Total Lot Size
- 2,319.00 m² (24,961.41 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 200.00 m² (2,152.77 sq ft)
This 3 Bedroom/3 bath home on just over 1/2 acre offers all the conveniences for a large family. One guest bedroom will sleep 6 with a queen bed and 2 sets of bunk beds. The floor plan is designed so that everyone has their own privacy. Balconies to enjoy the view of Lake Arenal. The kitchen area will accommodate at least 10 or more. There is a huge outdoor area complete with fireplace and a pizza oven for outdoor cooking. Want to keep the kids busy? There is a community pool, tennis court and library and a floating marina to dock your boat for entertainment in these challenging times. There is a one car garage and ample parking for guests. Also included is a laundry area and a tower to maximize the beautiful views of the lake.Contact for us for more information.
CASA MIKE: Large Home, Large Property, Great Views
- Price
- $195,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 10
- 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, Mountain View
- Total Lot Size
- 3,689.86 m² (39,717.16 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 160.00 m² (1,722.22 sq ft)
US Standard 2 story home with 3 bedrooms and 3 baths, offering awesome views of Lake and Volcano Arenal. The home is well built, it comes fully furnished and move-in ready. The property is fenced and gated. Some of the features are vaulted ceilings in the master bedroom, panorama windows, open floorplan, brick driveway, small caretakers cottage, private location, close to all amenities, shopping and restaurants.
PLAYA COYOTE: Beautiful Beachfront Property with Main House and Guest House-Concession Land
- Price
- $560,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 25
- Property Type
- Guest House
- Beds/Baths
- 5/4
- Beds
- 5
- Baths
- 4
- Location
- Playa Coyote, Bejuco, Nandayure, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Other
- View Type
- Beach View, Ocean View
- Total Lot Size
- 1,993.00 m² (21,452.39 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 340.00 m² (3,659.71 sq ft)
Villa and Guest house on 1,993 mt2 just a few steps from the Pacific on one of the most beautiful beaches in Costa Rica. Main house is 220 mt2 2 story.Ground floor measures 180 mt2 with 2 bedrooms and 2 baths with 30 mt2 covered terrace and the second floor measures 40 mt2 with 1 bedroom, 1 bath and 30 mt2 covered terrace The guesthouse is 138mt2, 2 story with ground floor measuring 60 mt2 with 1 bedroom, 1 bath and a studio with 3 garages. The second story measures 60 mt2 with living room,built in kitchen, 2 bedrooms, 1 bath with shower and bidet, walk in closet and 40 mt2 covered terrace. Gourmet restaurant just 200 meters from the house if you don't want to cook!
Lake and Volcano Arenal View Home-2/2 Uniquely Designed
- Price
- $329,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 32
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 2/2
- Beds
- 2
- Baths
- 2
- Location
- Nuevo Tronadora, Tronadora, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Countryside
- View Type
- Eastern View, Lake View, Mountain View
- Total Lot Size
- 0.51 ha (1.26 acre)
- Total Living Area
- 170.00 m² (1,829.86 sq ft)
Secure, lake and volcano view home located on the outskirts of Tronadora where all amenities are available. Unique design. 2 bedrooms 2 baths overlooking Lake Arenal and Arenal Volcano.
Villa Colibri: Paradise garden with modern home and guest house.
- Price
- $399,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 52
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 3/3
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 3
- Location
- San Luis, Tilarán, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Lakefront, Countryside
- View Type
- Mountain View, Greenbelt View, Wooded View, Garden View, Lake View, Northern View, Western View
- Total Lot Size
- 0.76 ha (1.88 acre)
- Total Living Area
- 200.00 m² (2,152.77 sq ft)
Birdwatchers Paradise ! Bright modern home and guest cabin on almost 2 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds with an abundance of fruit trees and tropical plants at walking distance to the lake. The property is located near the small village of San Luis on the sunny side of Lake Arenal and only 5 miles from the municipal hub Tilaran. The large home offers 2 bedrooms and 2 baths, open living-dining area and kitchen with tropical hardwood cabinets, granite counter tops and modern appliances, as well as a front porch, courtyard, laundry area, storage room, and a garage with electric door. The guest cabin includes one open room (bedroom/livng room) with kitchen, large semi screened in front porch (suitable as dining room) and one bathroom with a door to the garden. Home and guest house overlook the spacious garden and enjoy views of the lake, the volcano and the sunset. Both buildings were professionally remodelled and upgraded in 2020. Upscale neighborhood, quiet and private setting. The province-capital Liberia with it's Intl. Airport and numerous shopping facilities is only a 90 Minute drive away and a trip to the nearest beaches takes less than 2 hours. In the same time you can reach several tourist attractions, such as Monteverde national park, Volcano Arenal and hot springs, Rio Celeste (blue river), and many more. Lake Arenal is famous for the many options of outdoor activities, wind- and kite surfing, wakeboarding, paddleboarding, mountain biking, hiking, horsebackriding, and there is even a large covered tenniscourt in the neighborhood. There are 2 restaurants at walking distance and 4 more at a short driving distance. All public services available. Priced to sell at $399,000.--
CASA BLANCA: Modern Home - Walk to the Lake
- Price
- $269,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 27
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 4/2
- Beds
- 4
- Baths
- 2
- Location
- Nuevo Tronadora, Tronadora, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Countryside, Mountain
- View Type
- Garden View, Lake View, Mountain View, Northern View
- Total Lot Size
- 999.00 m² (10,753.10 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 150.00 m² (1,614.58 sq ft)
Modern 2 Story Lake View home on 1/4 acre, beautifully designed and only a few steps from Lake Access. Built in 2017 and completely renovated and upgraded in December 2020. This largehome offers 4 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths, large open concept kitchen with modern cabinets and appliances, living-dining area, garage with laundry area, balcony and terrace. Electric gate. Land size 999 square meters, Living space 150 square meters, balcony 18 square meters, garage 50 square meters, terrace 50 square meters. Large garden with fruit trees (bananas, plantains, mango, papaya), the property is completely fenced. Quiet and private setting, surroundet by nature. The property is only 15 Minutes away from Tilaran which is the municipal hub and where you get everything you need for your daily life. Lake Arenal is a popular tourist destination, famous for its many options for water sports and outdoor activities. The large expat community around the lake has formed a variety of social groups so there is a lot of entertainment for everyone. A 1 hour trip takes you to Liberia where you find an intl. airport, Walmart, PriceSmart and many more stores. For more entertainment you can do a day trip to La Fortuna/Tabacon Hot Springs/Volcano Arenal, or to the Monteverde Cloud forest, Rio Celeste blue River, or Rincon de la Vieja Volcanic park. It will never get boring! More photos and information on request. Priced to sell at $279,000
ROCKY CREEK MOUNTAIN : Custom designed Villa in upscale neighborhood overlooking Lake and Volcano Arenal
- Price
- $299,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 9
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 2/1
- Beds
- 2
- Baths
- 1
- Location
- Río Piedras, Tierras Morenas, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Countryside
- View Type
- Eastern View, Garden View, Greenbelt View, Mountain View, Southern View, Western View
- Total Lot Size
- 0.54 ha (1.33 acre)
- Total Living Area
- 110.00 m² (1,184.03 sq ft)
This exceptionally well maintained 2 bedroom home is situated just high enough to afford a striking panoramic view of Lake Arenal as well as a view of Arenal volcano. The entrance to this property, which is slightly over 1 and 1/4 acres, greets you with a 9 foot wide solid concrete driveway leading to a concrete parking pad and concrete walkway right to the front door. On the way you pass over 400 flowering plants and shrubs plus more than 100 large trees, a true bird and butterfly paradise. The small pond and waterfall has frequent visitors which include monkeys, parrots, toucans, iguanas and an occasional coati. There are also about 350 lineal feet of decorative stone walls to showcase the gardens. The custom designed front door opens to a vaulted living room / kitchen area with beautiful Cedro ceiling, Cedro kitchen cabinetry with granite counters, large island with matching granite, custom wall unit and premium porcelain flooring is used throughout the home. The home also features large bronze tinted windows, solid Cedro doors throughout, an alarm system and a wall air conditioner. The gardens include multi colored hibiscus, bougainvillea, hydrangeas, morning glory, orchids, red ginger, bananas, avocado, mango, papaya, ylang ylang, palm and rojo palm as well as a concrete block bodega and chicken coop. This home is being sold unfurnished so that you can customize it to your taste.
Efficient US Style Home - All the Amenities/Great Location
- Price
- $144,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 13
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 2/1
- Beds
- 2
- Baths
- 1
- Location
- San Luis, Tilarán, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Mountain
- View Type
- Garden View, Western View
- Total Lot Size
- 1,305.00 m² (14,046.85 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 95.00 m² (1,022.57 sq ft)
This home fulfills all the comforts of Costa Rica; 2 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, large open living, dining, kitchen (with dish washer) area. A fireplace for the chilly evenings or just for ambiance. On demand hot water system. Washer/dryer. There is a nice size patio to sit, enjoy a meal or entertain guests overlooking a stand of jungle and a flowering garden area where the hummingbirds, toucans and many other birds come to visit. Private and quiet yet close to public transportation. Enjoy nearby activities such as the Tennis Shack Pickle-ball and tennis court. 3 minutes to the public boat ramp to the lake and 7 minutes to the town of Tilaran for all shopping/medical needs and 1 1/2 hours from the Liberia International Airport.
59.5 acres of Prime Farmland With 3 Water Sources Views of Both Lake Arenal and The Nicoya-Stunning Property Priced to Sell
- Price
- $187,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Land Listing
- Images
- 10
- Property Type
- Agricultural Land
- Location
- Chiripa, Quebrada Grande, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Countryside
- View Type
- Lake View, Mountain View, Ocean View
- Total Lot Size
- 7.80 ha (19.27 acre)
This farm is in 3 parcels (40.37 acres/14.099 acres/5.188 acres) with a total measurement of approximately 59.5 acres of prime farmland that can be used for cattle, dairy and or crops. The larger parcel of 40 acres is currently being surveyed and will be added to this listing when it is complete. Excellent location, within 20 minutes to the Municipal "Hub" Tilaran for all services.Several beautiful building sites with corridors of jungle with a multitude of orchids. This is a rare opportunity for the retiree that wants to ride to the top of the hills and call himself the Squire! Buy one parcel or all three! Contact us for more information.
Vistas del Aguacate: 12+ Acres lake and volcano view parcel, subdividable
- Price
- $639,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Land Listing
- Images
- 7
- Property Type
- Agricultural Land
- Location
- Nuevo Arenal, Arenal, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Countryside
- View Type
- Eastern View, Lake View, Mountain View, Southern View, Wooded View
- Total Lot Size
- 4.92 ha (12.16 acre)
Large size property with a basic farm house and outstanding views of Lake and Volcano Arenal, accessible through the paved lake road. Suitable for residential subdivision (subdividable into 5 or 6 lots), hobby farm/private estate or commercial use. No buildings can block the lake view as the land between this parcel and the lake is owned by ICE (government). The property is only a 15 Minutes drive away from Nuevo Arenal.
