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Homes in Costa Rica under $200K
$200,000 in Costa Rica buys comfortably in the Central Valley retirement belt. Three-bed houses with gardens in Atenas, Grecia, San Ramón, and Heredia. Two-bed condos in Escazú or Santa Ana (upscale San José suburbs). Beach condos in Jacó (Pacific coast) and Playas del Coco (Guanacaste). Expect modernized kitchens, ceramic or porcelain tile throughout, outdoor living areas, and often small pools on detached homes. Property transfer tax is 1.5% plus legal fees — closing costs total 4-5%. Rental yields on beach condos run 5-8% gross on vacation rentals.
Listings
2,493
Median price
$154K
Cities covered
82
Avg size
3514 m²
Visa & residency
Digital Nomad Visa — requires $3,000/mo income ($4,000 for families). Valid 1 year, renewable once. Tax-exempt on foreign income. Rentista Visa — for those with $2,500/mo passive income or $60,000 deposit. Pensionado Visa — for retirees with $1,000+/mo pension. Both lead to permanent residency after 3 years.
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