Discover What Type Of Home Can You Own In Costa Rica

If you are one of the many people considering retirement in Costa Rica, you will be pleased to know there are a wide variety of property types to suit the style of retirement you are seeking. Costa Rica is the ‘it’ destination for retirees and the great values to be found in the real estate market means Costa Rica will likely stay that way for a long time.

The wide variety of property types to consider in Costa Rica mean you can look at anything from a low maintenance condo to a boutique hotel. I am sure that Vesta Group Jaco can find a property to suit your planned lifestyle.

Low maintenance condos are incredibly popular for the retirees who want to divide their time between the US and Costa Rica. They come with built in neighbors, lush views, and tropical landscaping that is maintained by someone else. The convenient locations of many of the condos we list mean you will not have to miss out on the life and local culture of Costa Rica.

For those looking for a new career or a retirement adventure in Costa Rica, we even have several hotels listed that are sure to keep you fit and busy. From a simple turn-key, 6-room, bed and breakfast to a more elaborate and expansive 14-room hotel with Jaco’s only 4-star restaurant, if you are looking for investment property and an exciting change in view, we can help you find it.

Additionally, we also have several other types of property available – vacant lots nestled in the coast, farm land, rental investments, and pre-built homes ready for you to move in to. Our listings are extensive and move fast. Before you book your flight to Costa Rica, browse our online listings to get an idea of what to expect and call us to book your visit.

My branch of Coldwell Banker, Vesta Group Jaco, is located on the central Pacific coast within Costa Rica to provide us the greatest access to the greatest number of properties. This means that you, as our client, will have the best chance of finding a property you love.

Medical Care in Costa Rica

Remember, you’re retiring, which means you are generally putting yourself in a higher risk category when it comes to your health.  Sure, you may be healthy today, but what about tomorrow.  Remember, this is retirement, and understanding what can happen to you in the future and where you may be can drastically affect your future.  I’m so much more than a realtor.  You learn in areas like Costa Rica that people depend on you to help them with so many other parts of their move.   It is hard to move to a new country and I try to make it easier.

Medical treatment is of course something that is on everyone’s mind.  If you currently are under medical treatment, whether it means you take a medication for high blood pressure, have diabetes, or maybe even had a heart attack, you may want to stick closer to the San Jose area.  There are both public and private hospitals in San Jose.

The great thing about Costa Rica is that the cost of medical expenses is low, so be sure to take advantage of that.  Insurance is available, but you must be a citizen.  To get insurance, you can either purchase a private plan that covers most or you can be involved with the socialized medicine plan.  Be prepared for long lines if you go with the government options.

You also can get great dental cares in Costa Rica, there are so many dentists and they are extremely affordable.  You can get many procedures done that cost a fraction of what they would in the United States.  Remember, there is no fluoride in the water though, which can cause many problems and deterioration of the teeth.

Honestly, it shouldn’t be an issue to deal with medical care in Costa Rica, there are all kinds of great ways to get treatment.  If you are worried about it in the least, I’ll help put your mind at ease.

For More Information feel free to contact Lisle Head at Costa Rica Real Estate

House Building Tips in Costa Rica

So, once you’ve decided to retire in Costa Rica, you’ve looked at properties and decided they aren’t for you, and you’ve found a contractor, it is time to build.  There are a few key building tips that you will want to remember for your home that is about to go up in Costa Rica.  These will save you quite a few headaches.

•             The best tip to remember is that if you have bought your home for the view, buy the lots around it.  If you have an incredible sea view, the worst thing that can happen is that you have some jerk buy the lot in front of you, put up a huge house, and it is over.

•             Along the coasts, the first 200 meters above the mean high tide is owned by the government, no house can be built within the first 50 meters.  From 50 to 200 meters, the land can be leased from the local municipality; however, foreigners cannot lease land.  If that’s you, someone clever may be able to help you find a way around it.

•             Don’t build anything over three stories high in the beach areas, the Costa Rican Tourist Board highly discourages it, and you really don’t want to deal with the potential repercussions.

•             You cannot build a house within 50 to 100 meters of a river, don’t even try.  You don’t want to pay the money to move a house, do you?

•             Check the local zoning laws, some of them are very strict and very picky; make sure you are properly following all of them.

These tips will help you get your custom home built, and live your retirement dream.  Following them will mean that you are following local laws and regulations and that you won’t have any issue remaining in your dream home.

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