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1 / 15This expansive acreage in the Garabito canton offers a rare opportunity to secure a premier parcel of land within the gated community of Eco Desarrollos Sueño Escondido. Priced at USD 199000, this property spans 16196 m² of versatile terrain in the tranquil Lagunillas district. The elevated acreage commands panoramic vistas that sweep across the Pacific Ocean, the dense canopy of Carara National Park, and the winding Garabito River. It serves as an ideal canvas for a private estate, a boutique eco-lodge, or a multi-dwelling residential project.
The land is situated in a highly biodiverse corridor where the natural environment remains pristine. Scarlet macaws fly overhead, and the surrounding forest is home to the white-faced capuchin monkey. Basic public services are accessible for connection, allowing for a smooth development process. The gated residential setting of Calle La Barca ensures privacy and security while remaining close to the coastal highway. This location provides quick access to the beaches of the Central Pacific and nearby tourist hubs.
For international buyers, Costa Rica permits full fee-simple ownership of this property. Purchasing this land involves standard transaction costs, including a property transfer stamp tax that generally amounts to about 1.5% of the declared value. The complete closing bundle—which covers notary fees, registry charges, legal services, and municipal stamps—typically totals between 2% and 4% of the final purchase price. Additionally, owners are subject to an annual municipal property tax calculated directly from the registered cadastral value of the land.
Acquiring this 1.6-hectare parcel in the Lagunillas region of Garabito is a straightforward process for international buyers. In Costa Rica, foreign investors enjoy the same fee simple ownership rights as citizens when purchasing private land outside of the restricted maritime zone. Because this property is located within an established gated development, you can secure full title deed ownership directly in your own name or through a local corporation.
When planning your purchase, expect the total closing costs—which bundle notary fees, registry charges, legal services, and state stamps—to range between two and four percent of the final transaction price. This total includes the standard property transfer stamp tax, which typically accounts for about one and a half percent of the declared purchase value. Once you own the land, you will be responsible for a modest annual property tax calculated directly from the registered municipal value of the estate. Additionally, because the purchase price of this development land is $199,000, your investment comfortably exceeds the country's minimum threshold for residency-by-investment programs, providing a clear pathway to establish legal residency in Costa Rica.
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This premium development land in the Garabito canton, located within the tranquil Lagunillas district, spans an impressive 16196 m² of versatile terrain. Offered at USD 199000, the expansive property sits within the secure, gated confines of the Eco Desarrollos Sueño Escondido residential estate project. The acreage provides an exceptional canvas for a private luxury estate, a boutique eco-lodge, or a specialized tourist development.
The natural topography delivers panoramic views that sweep across the Pacific Ocean, the lush canopy of Carara National Park, and the winding path of the Garabito River. Basic utility infrastructure is highly accessible, with straightforward connection points available for both electricity and water services.
For international buyers, Costa Rica permits straightforward fee-simple land ownership. When finalizing this transaction, buyers should anticipate property transfer stamp taxes of approximately 1.5 percent of the declared value, alongside a comprehensive closing bundle covering notary, registry, and legal fees that typically totals between two and four percent of the purchase price. Ongoing ownership incurs a modest annual municipal property tax calculated directly from the registered cadastral value of the land.
This exceptional development land is situated in Lagunillas, Garabito, Puntarenas, Costa Rica, a region celebrated for balancing raw natural beauty with accessibility. Positioned within the gated Eco Desarrollos Sueño Escondido project on Calle La Barca, this 16,196-square-meter property offers an ideal setting for those looking to buy property in Costa Rica. The microclimate here is defined by its proximity to the Carara National Park, bringing cool breezes from the Garabito River and the Pacific Ocean. Buyers seeking Playa Hermosa homes for sale or premium real estate Jaco Costa Rica will find this location offers a peaceful alternative to busier coastal hubs while remaining within a short drive of regional beaches, dining, and essential medical services.
Living in this part of the Garabito canton allows for a lifestyle of quiet seclusion, remote work, or eco-tourism development. The property overlooks the Pacific Ocean, the lush canopy of Carara National Park, and the winding river below. Scarlet macaws fly overhead, and the local forests are home to white-faced capuchin monkeys, making it a haven for nature lovers. For those looking to secure a beach property Jaco is easily accessible, offering world-class surfing, golfing, and marina amenities just down the coast.
Navigating the purchase process is straightforward for international buyers, as Costa Rica permits fee-simple ownership for foreigners outside of concession zones. When acquiring this land, buyers should anticipate closing costs—including notary fees, registry fees, and legal stamps—totaling approximately two to four percent of the purchase price, alongside a transfer stamp tax of about 1.5 percent. Ongoing holding costs include an annual property tax calculated on the registered cadastral value. This tract represents a rare opportunity to invest in the highly desirable Pacific Central region.
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This 16,196-square-meter parcel in Lagunillas, Garabito, presents a highly competitive entry point into the Central Pacific market at just over twelve dollars per square meter. This pricing sits well below the averages found in nearby Jaco or Los Sueños, offering significant equity upside for strategic buyers. The expansive acreage is uniquely suited for a compound-property layout, allowing an investor to build a primary residence alongside independent guest casitas to maximize short-term rental income from eco-tourists visiting the adjacent Carara National Park.
The ideal buyer is a developer or private investor seeking fee simple ownership in a secure, gated community. Buyers should anticipate closing costs, including notary fees, registry fees, legal services, and stamps, totaling approximately two to four percent of the purchase price, alongside a property transfer stamp tax of about 1.5 percent of the declared transaction value. Annual property taxes remain low, calculated directly from the registered cadastral value. With Costa Rica experiencing sustained demand for low-density eco-developments, this acreage offers a clear exit strategy through future subdivision or the resale of a completed multi-dwelling boutique lodge.
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Embracing the lifestyle of Lagunillas means choosing a daily existence where the frantic pace of modern life dissolves into the rhythmic, soothing sounds of the Costa Rican wilderness. Here, in the heart of the Garabito region, your morning alarm is replaced by the distant call of scarlet macaws soaring over the canopy of Carara National Park, and your evenings are framed by the dramatic, golden hues of the Pacific sunset sinking below the horizon. This is a sanctuary designed for those who seek to disconnect from the noise of the city and reconnect with the raw, untamed beauty of nature. The unique geography of this mountain-view acreage offers an unparalleled microclimate, where cool mountain breezes sweep down from the highlands to temper the tropical warmth of the coast, creating an idyllic environment for outdoor living, organic gardening, or simply lounging on a future expansive veranda. Living in this exclusive enclave allows you to cultivate a wellness-focused lifestyle centered around fresh air, clean water, and an active connection to the land.
For the aspiring buyer, this property represents far more than a simple real estate transaction; it is a canvas for self-actualization and the realization of a long-held tropical dream. Whether your vision involves designing a striking, contemporary architectural masterpiece that blends seamlessly into the hillsides, establishing a private family legacy estate where generations can gather, or launching a boutique eco-lodge that shares the wonders of Costa Rica's biodiversity with global travelers, this land provides the space and freedom to build without compromise. It appeals directly to the visionary investor who recognizes the rare value of untouched acreage that remains highly accessible to modern conveniences. Here, you can live a life of quiet contemplation and absolute privacy, secure in the knowledge that the vibrant coastal communities, fine dining, and world-class surfing of the Central Pacific are just a short drive away. This is your opportunity to step into the coveted "Pura Vida" lifestyle, establishing a permanent sanctuary where luxury is defined by space, silence, and the spectacular natural world that surrounds you.
Lagunillas, Garabito, Puntarenas
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In Costa Rica since 2004
