For Sale: Guanacaste
Guanacaste is a province in Costa Rica that comprise pretty much the entire north west of the country and the entire north Pacific coast. Known for it's white and golden sandy beaches, thought to be the best in the country, this are is also known as "The Gold Coast". Inland, there are many great towns like Nicoya, Santa Rosa, and Liberia where the CIMA Hospital is and the international airport. Lake Arenal is also a major attraction with it's incredible lake vistas with the volcano looming in the background, copious nature and a wide and varied eco-system that you couldn't fully explore in 1 trip. Then there's the Gold Coast itself, mile and miles of unspoiled, sandy beaches, world class surf breaks, and enchanting beach towns like Flamingo, Playa del Coco, Potrero, Brasilito, Conchal and Tamarindo just to name a few. Here the weather is dryer and warmer than you would expect in the rest of the country, making for a delicious tropical climate that just says 'lets go to the beach!' With this comes many properties for sale to consider for your retirement home, vacation home or investment opportunities in Costa Rica. You can be right on the ocean front, or up in the coast mountains where the views are simply breath taking.
Feel free to peruse through the entire collection of properties for sale in Guanacaste, Costa Rica, or if you know exactly what you're looking for, perform a detailed search to in the blue Search Listings box.
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House in neighborhood Los Ángeles - Liberia

- Price
- $150,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 10
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 4/1
- Beds
- 4
- Baths
- 1
- Location
- Liberia, Liberia, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Urban
- View Type
- City View
- Total Lot Size
- 184.00 m² (1,980.55 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 184.00 m² (1,980.55 sq ft)
Area 184 m² or 1,980 sq ft. This beautiful and cozy house is located in the old center of Liberia, in the neighborhood Los Angeles de Liberia, right in the center of the city, with neighbors who have lived in this area for years. The house is located 50 meters from La Guacamaya Agency and has very easy access to all the amenities offered by the city of Liberia, such as different supermarkets, several shopping centers, various public and private schools, public and private medical centers, health centers entertainment, among others. In the front area of the home is a garage under roof with an electric gate and a front terrace, which can be easily changed for another bedroom. The house has four bedrooms, a big bathroom, a large living room with a fan and a high ceiling, connected to an internal light garden, kitchen with breakfast bar area in ceramic and wood furniture. On the backside is an outdoor backyard, private and closed, unroofed free space to catch the sun and see and enjoy the sky in the center of Liberia.
Casa Papaya Villaggio II, 431B: Renovated One-Bedroom Condo Steps from 7 Beaches

- Price
- $159,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 21
- Property Type
- Condominium
- Beds/Baths
- 1/1
- Beds
- 1
- Baths
- 1
- Location
- Playa Potrero, Tempate, Santa Cruz, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Ocean-Vicinity
- View Type
- Garden View
- Total Lot Size
- 36.00 m² (387.50 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 36.00 m² (387.50 sq ft)
Step into effortless coastal living with this fully renovated, one-bedroom, one-bath villa located in the laid-back beach town of Playa Potrero. Thoughtfully designed and tastefully furnished, this turnkey property is ideal as a personal getaway, full-time residence, or income-producing vacation rental.
Great Location - Fantastic Price

- Price
- $165,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 10
- Property Type
- Other
- Beds/Baths
- 2/1
- Beds
- 2
- Baths
- 1
- Location
- Sabalito, Tierras Morenas, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Mountain
- View Type
- Mountain View
- Total Lot Size
- 1.92 ha (4.74 acre)
- Total Living Area
- 70.00 m² (753.47 sq ft)
Nestled in the vibrant expat community of Nuevo Arenal, this charming home offers incredible potential for those looking to invest in a property with character and ample space. With a little TLC, this home can truly shine. Set on an expansive 19,201 square-meter lot, the house itself is 70 square meters, featuring two bedrooms, one bathroom, and a bright, open kitchen with a peninsula counter. Large west-facing windows flood the kitchen with natural light, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. Although some updates are needed, the structure has solid “bones” that allow for creative renovations. Out back, a covered patio with natural rock flooring and lush plants provides a perfect spot for relaxing or hosting guests, surrounded by Costa Rica’s abundant nature. The property offers ample space, making it perfect for farming, raising horses, or keeping other animals. It has previously been used as a permaculture farm and equine therapy project. Located near the end of a quiet dead-end road above the town of Aguacate, the home offers peace and tranquility while remaining close to a thriving community. The seller has priced this property attractively and seller financing is available. Price $165,000.
Casa Sereneness - Villaggio II, 405B: Walk to the beach from this beautiful gated community

- Price
- $169,000
- Status
- Pending Sale
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 14
- Property Type
- Condominium
- Beds/Baths
- 1/1
- Beds
- 1
- Baths
- 1
- Location
- Surfside, Potrero, Cabo Velas, Santa Cruz, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Ocean-Vicinity
- View Type
- Garden View
- Total Lot Size
- 40.00 m² (430.55 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 35.70 m² (384.27 sq ft)
If you are looking for paradise in Costa Rica, look no further than this newly remodeled one-bedroom, one-bath duplex condo! This home provides high-end finishes and construction without sacrificing quality or compromising your budget. Finally, you can buy in paradise for under $180K without settling on something old and broken! Casa Sereneness has been completely remodeled and designed with a bright, inviting fresh beach vibe. This open layout features 18-foot ceilings, allowing ample space and light into this beautiful home.
House in Liberia

- Price
- $170,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 32
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 3/2
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 2
- Location
- Liberia, Liberia, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Urban
- View Type
- Greenbelt View, Garden View
- Total Lot Size
- 404.00 m² (4,348.60 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 260.00 m² (2,798.61 sq ft)
Area 404 m² (4,348 sq ft), construction area 260 m² (2,798 sq ft) This property is located in the city of Liberia, close to all the amenities offered by the place, such as restaurants, supermarkets, recreation centers, entertainment centers and other facilities, with direct access from the Inter-American highway. The house consists of three rooms with closet and ceiling fans, two bathrooms, an open living room, dining room, kitchen with wood furniture, an internal light patio, an outside covered terrace, laundry room, closed garage with electric gate for a Vehicle, an outside wine cellar and an exterior rear garden that has a variety of fruit trees, ideal to spend afternoons at rest and tranquility. It is completely constructed in block, with the ceiling in zinc, details in wood in ceiling, windows, doors.
Cozy house in Liberia center

- Price
- $170,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 22
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 3/2
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 2
- Location
- Liberia, Liberia, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Urban
- View Type
- Greenbelt View, Garden View
- Total Lot Size
- 241.00 m² (2,594.09 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 200.00 m² (2,152.77 sq ft)
Area 240 m² or 2,600 sq ft. Construction area 200 m² or 2,150 sq ft. This beautiful and cozy house is located in the center of Liberia, in a very quiet neighborhood, with access to all the amenities offered by the city of Liberia, such as restaurants, supermarkets, shopping centers, schools, medical centers, entertainment centers and others. The house has three bedrooms, two bathrooms, living room with a beautiful internal garden, dining room connected to the kitchen with built-in furniture, breakfast area and laundry room. The bedrooms and the dining room have ceiling fans. It also has garage under roof, outdoor patio, a beautiful exterior facade. The house is sold fully furnished.
House for sale in Guanacaste

- Price
- $170,500
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 8
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 3/2
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 2
- Location
- El Coco, Sardinal, Carrillo, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Ocean-Vicinity
- View Type
- Greenbelt View
- Total Lot Size
- 296.00 m² (3,186.10 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 122.00 m² (1,313.19 sq ft)
This house with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms is located in El Coco, Guanacaste Costa Rica, in the county of Carrillo. This near the coast property with greenbelt view is situated in the tropical dry forest of Costa Rica. The land area of this house is 296.00 square meter (3,186.10 square feet), and it has a living space of 122.00 square meter (1,313.19 square feet).
Terreno de 2,600 metros con dos casas: House in Belen, Guanacaste

- Price
- $174,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 14
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 5/3
- Beds
- 5
- Baths
- 3
- Location
- Belén, Belén, Carrillo, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Countryside
- View Type
- Greenbelt View, Garden View
- Total Lot Size
- 2,614.00 m² (28,136.75 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 250.00 m² (2,690.97 sq ft)
Area 2.614 m² or 28.136 sq ft. Main house 200 m² or 2.152 sq ft. Small house 50 m² or 538 sq ft. This property is located in Belén de Carrillo, 500 meters on the way to Santa Ana. The main house has 3 bedrooms, a bathroom with hot water, a large-open room; the kitchen is designed to measure, the furniture and coffee table are made of granite, a terrace with a large table, with outside bathroom, laundry room, a vegetable garden and rustic garage with shade. The small house has two rooms, a bathroom, living room and kitchen. Additionally, the property has a Guanacastecan oven, a 15 meter artesian well with water all year round, fruit trees such as lemons, water apples, oranges, sleeves and more. The entire property is closed with cyclone mesh.
CASA RAFARUTH: Cabaña & Lote Ruth - URGENT SALE BY MOTIVATED SELLERS - BIG PRICE REDUCTION - Charming Costarican Style Property - Development Opportunities - 10 minutes from Samara - The house with its 1,134 m² garden: $100,000 The adjacent 1,332 m² lot: $75,000

- Price
- $175,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 26
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 2/3
- Beds
- 2
- Baths
- 3
- Location
- Sámara, Nicoya, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Mountain
- View Type
- Garden View
- Total Lot Size
- 1,332.00 m² (14,337.47 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 215.00 m² (2,314.23 sq ft)
The house with its 1,134 m² garden: $100,000 The adjacent plot 1,332 m² lot: $75,000 This charming property is nestled in the jungle, just a 10-minute drive from Samara, its beach, services and shops. Located in the peaceful countryside of Samara, this property offers multiple development opportunities! Whether you envision a rental business with cabinas, an orchard with fruit trees, an eco-farm project, or simply a private retreat, this land provides endless possibilities to bring your vision to life. Additionally, it is perfect for year-round living, offering a serene and comfortable environment to call home. The property comprises a 215 m2 house on a 1134m2 plot and its garden extends onto a second adjacent 1332m2 plot. Very easy access is via a level path from the main road. A carport leads to the entrance of the house. The cabaña comprises a large living room, a separate kitchen, 2 large bedrooms with en suite bathrooms and an outdoor terrace. This large living area offers considerable development potential: a multimedia zone, a relaxation area, an extension to the sleeping area… A second, secure garage and kitchen are located at the rear of the cabaña, and an outside staircase leads to a small bodega. The windows and openings of the cabaña, as well as the terrace, are protected by mosquito nets, allowing air and light to circulate. This cabaña, built in 2016 and extended in 2019, still has many development possibilities. Its metal structure, surface area and volumes make it ideal for renovation. Perfectly maintained, it can welcome its future owners without any immediate work. The tropical garden, with its mature fruit trees—lemon, mango, banana, nanses, and cas—offers a lush and serene setting. Adding to its charm, a picturesque river borders the property, bringing freshness, natural beauty, and a soothing ambiance to this peaceful haven. Away from the road, in a magnificent green setting, Cabaña & Lote Ruth is a rare opportunity close to Samara. Don't wait to discover Cabaña y lote Rafaruth.
VILLA AMANDA: Urban Style Home in Rural Setting

- Price
- $175,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 41
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 2/1
- Beds
- 2
- Baths
- 1
- Location
- Quebrada Azul, Santa Rosa, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Countryside, Suburban
- View Type
- Greenbelt View, Mountain View
- Total Lot Size
- 390.00 m² (4,197.91 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 100.00 m² (1,076.39 sq ft)
Beautiful modern home, professionally and tastefully designed and built to the highest standards. This home offers 2 bedrooms and 1 bath, open concept dining-living area and kitchen, large porches and a garage, with the possibility of expansion. Conveniently located on a paved road (keep your tires and shoes clean) and in the hills near Tilaran, which is the municipal hub of the Lake Arenal Area. The lot size of 1/10 of an acre is great for those who want to keep life simple and not spend their days cutting grass and pickind weeds. More land is available for sale right next door. Wide open views towards the Guanacaste Lowlands. The drive to Tilaran takes aproximately 10 minutes, in 25 minutes you reach Cañas, and in 1 hourr you reach Liberia with an international airport (LIR) and many shopping opportunities. The nearest beaches are approximately 2 hours away. Take the day off and make a day trip to La Fortuna-Tabacon Hot Springs and Arenal Volcano park, or to Monteverde Cloud forest with its many tourist attractions. With the purchase of this home you are eligible for residency as an investor (minimum investment $150,000 in real estate). The seller, who is also the builder, designer and architekt of the home, is offering his services in case the buyers wish to add a second bedroom, bathroom or whatever comes to their mind.