Live your best “pura vida in these scenic, real estate agentrecommended locations.
Thanks to the many benefits of Costa Rica life, vacationers often feel like they never want to leave.
American citizens have the same rights as locals when it comes to investing in the country.
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Related costs for the buyer range from 4 percent to 5 percent of the total investment.
Real estate taxes are as low as 0.25 percent to 0.55 percent per year, he explained.
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Infrastructure and public amenities are reliable throughout, too, Engel toldTravel + Leisure.
Tamarindo is about 90 minutes from Liberia International Airport and has many expat services available, according to Engel.
It tends to cater to a younger crowd, Velez said, but all are welcome.
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And you’ve got the option to leave your stresses stateside.
Tamarindos atmosphere is laid back and fun-loving, Engel added.
Most properties in Tamarindo are walkable to the beach, shops, and the 100+ restaurants in town.
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(Translation: Your money will stretch here when youre purchasing a second home.)
Expect starter homes to be listed between $200,000 and $400,000.
This offers some of the best views in the area and has residences currently up for sale.
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