property in costa rica
Our recap of 2021 in real estate and some of the trends we are seeing for 2022 in our South Pacific Costa Rica Real Estate Market Report. 2021 was by far our biggest year for sales and for website traffic. In the first week of January 2022, we are already seeing a 6% increase in…
These are 7 of the most common mistakes to avoid when buying real estate in Costa Rica, as told by our team of expert realtors Whether you’re a first time home buyer in Costa Rica or a seasoned investor, revisiting the basics and understanding these 7 common mistakes can help you save time and money….
2020 has been quite the year, no less in Costa Rica real estate. Our Osa Tropical Properties year end market review has shown our team that people still decidedly want to move to Costa Rica and their intention is only impeded by logistics. As such, like many other real estate teams, we took to a…
There are a few differences between homes used as Costa Rica vacation rentals versus the ones that people live in year round. This article will show you five of those differences, helping you understand how your vacation life may be different from your full-time life in Costa Rica. Costa Rica has long been known as…
Searching for properties in Costa Rica from the comfort of your current home is a common task. It is not quite like shopping on Amazon but it can surely be done with almost as much ease. Except that it is not a delivery that is expected at your current home, but your arrival at your…
A step-by-step guide for buying real estate in Costa Rica in 2020 Real estate in Costa Rica may have slowed in 2020 like in almost every global market since the borders closed to world travel. But Costa Rica real estate is incredibly well-poised to reignite as soon as international tourism is allowed to continue. Buyers…
Our detailed insider list is packed with the top 20 things everyone should know before buying property in Costa Rica 2020 edition Original article published June 6, 2018Updated July 2, 2020 We love reading and making lists at the Osa Tropical Properties office! And today’s list is inspired by a recent social media discussion about…
When looking at purchasing real estate in Costa Rica, it is helpful to know that some properties make excellent investments, while others are sold for much less than what the buyers paid, even after many years on the market. Choosing wisely what to buy — whether a lot to build on or a home to…
Jungle, mountains, ocean views, and waterfalls: Costa Rica houses with these sensational features make the best rental properties. Our Osa Tropical Properties office does not manage rental properties as a part of our business model. But we do recognize that rental potential is one of the biggest factors that our clients are looking for today…
When it comes to everyday ethics, sustainability is a way of life that draws people to want to move to Costa Rica. There is a strong daily practice here of tending to the land, water and inhabitants. The green lands and blue coasts are filled with diverse and important life that inspire many of us…