Properties in Puntarenas
Beaches on the Pacific
Perfect for adventurous travelers and surfers who like a more secluded and quiet beach. Puerto Caldera often has cruise ships embark daily, because it is one of the entry accesses to the country. At beaches like the one in the region of Jaco one can enjoy the fun activities such as rafting, sea kayaking, sports fishing, and tours to any of the Pacific islands.
Accessible Transportation
Arriving to Puntarenas is simple and inexpensive now a days with the railroad connection to the Central Valley, ferries from Playa Naranjo and Paquera in the Nicoya Peninsula, and buses from San José, Quepos, and Monteverde. Bike rentals are also available from any of the local bike shops at low-priced rates. Visitors can go to many places without spending too much money and enjoy all the entertainment.
Rich Culture
A carnival celebration happens every year at Tourist’s Stroll Avenue along the beach of the Virgin of the Sea boat parade. Residents sell a delicious ice-cream called “Apretado” from the front of their homes to the people walking the parade. They also have a common served dish named “Corvina” normally served with fish, shrimp, and lobster. Retirees love the fresh fruits and healthier foods they can find in every corner.
Rising Economy
Businesses are focused in the booming ecotourism in Puntarenas. Entrepreneurs now plan on an increase of 13 percent in employment for 2014. Franchises are also looking to expand in Puntarenas giving a chance for self-employment. Professionals are moving to Puntarenas for an opportunity to open a new business and expend their expertise.
Waterfall Country Home and Rental House
- Price
- $420,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 56
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 5/3
- Beds
- 5
- Baths
- 3
- Location
- Uvita, Bahía Ballena, Osa, Puntarenas, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Mountain
- View Type
- Mountain View, Ocean View, River View, Wooded View
- Total Lot Size
- 1.92 ha (4.74 acre)
- Total Living Area
- 315.87 m² (3,399.98 sq ft)
This property has been completely refurbished by the seller. The bones of this house are of an older style home here in the rim above Uvita. Over the years that the seller has owned this property, she has upgraded everything to modern standards while maintaining the rustic feel. Some portions of the existing structures are recently built.
Stunning Estate Home with Guest Villa in the Village of Ojochal
- Price
- $469,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 83
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 4/4
- Beds
- 4
- Baths
- 4
- Location
- Ojochal, Puerto Cortés, Osa, Puntarenas, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Mountain
- View Type
- Wooded View
- Total Lot Size
- 0.93 ha (2.30 acre)
- Total Living Area
- 400.00 m² (4,305.55 sq ft)
This beautiful 2.3-acre property is tucked away in the village of Ojochal. Located in the best area of Ojochal, on a quiet dead-end road, only minutes from the highway.
House For Sale in Parrita
- Price
- $531,634
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 8
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 3/3
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 3
- Location
- Parrita, Parrita, Parrita, Puntarenas, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Suburban
- View Type
- Greenbelt View
- Total Lot Size
- 4,840.00 m² (52,097.12 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 307.00 m² (3,304.51 sq ft)
This house with 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms is located in Parrita, Puntarenas Costa Rica, in the county of Parrita. This property with greenbelt view is situated in the tropical dry forest and the highland forest of Costa Rica. The land area of this house is 4,840.00 square meter (52,097.12 square feet), and it has a living space of 307.00 square meter (3,304.51 square feet). The property also features a private pool.
Beautiful custom home in a Sustainable community, Uvita
- Price
- $399,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 24
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 2/3
- Beds
- 2
- Baths
- 3
- Location
- Uvita, Bahía Ballena, Osa, Puntarenas, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Mountain
- View Type
- Mountain View, Ocean View, Wooded View
- Total Lot Size
- 1.02 ha (2.52 acre)
- Total Living Area
- 148.64 m² (1,599.94 sq ft)
Casa Selva is located at the base of Selva Armonia, one of the only truly sustainable communities in the Ballena Coast region. Sitting on 2.5 acres, the prime location allows for total privacy, uninterrupted ocean views and an amazing amount of animal and bird sightings. The home comes turn-key - everything is included, including a custom furniture and materials package.
Near the Coast, Mountain and Countryside House For Sale in Bahía Ballena
- Price
- $789,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 19
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 3/2
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 2
- Location
- Bahía Ballena, Osa, Puntarenas, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Ocean-Vicinity, Mountain, Countryside
- View Type
- Bay View, Mountain View, Beach View, Greenbelt View
- Total Lot Size
- 414.57 m² (4,462.38 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 272.00 m² (2,927.77 sq ft)
This house with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms is located in Bahía Ballena, Puntarenas Costa Rica, in the county of Osa. This near the coast, mountain and countryside property with bay, mountain, beach and greenbelt views is situated in the cloud forest, the highland forest and the swamp forest of Costa Rica. The land area of this house is 414,57 square meter (4.462,38 square feet), and it has a living space of 272,00 square meter (2.927,77 square feet). The property also features a private pool.
Near the Coast and Mountain Condominium For Sale in Bahía Ballena
- Price
- $534,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 21
- Property Type
- Condominium
- Beds/Baths
- 2/3
- Beds
- 2
- Baths
- 3
- Location
- Bahía Ballena, Osa, Puntarenas, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Ocean-Vicinity, Mountain, Suburban
- View Type
- Bay View, Mountain View, Beach View, Greenbelt View, Garden View
- Total Lot Size
- 213.00 m² (2,292.70 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 165.00 m² (1,776.04 sq ft)
This condominium with 2 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms is located in Bahía Ballena, Puntarenas Costa Rica, in the county of Osa. This near the coast and mountain property with bay, mountain, beach, greenbelt and garden views is situated in the highland forest and the swamp forest of Costa Rica. The land area of this condominium is 213,00 square meter (2.292,70 square feet), and it has a living space of 165,00 square meter (1.776,04 square feet). The property also features an above ground pool.
Morroccan-Inspired Luxury Estate with Breathtaking Ocean Views
- Price
- $845,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 29
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 4/4
- Beds
- 4
- Baths
- 4
- Location
- Ojochal, Puerto Cortés, Osa, Puntarenas, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Mountain
- View Type
- Mountain View, Wooded View, Ocean View
- Total Lot Size
- 0.71 ha (1.75 acre)
- Total Living Area
- 400.00 m² (4,305.55 sq ft)
This Unique Moroccan Inspired home has many details and was built with close supervision and care to make sure every detail was perfectly done. This home features a private master suite and two separate guest suites with private entrances. A large Office/TV room could serve as a fourth bedroom. Both guest bedrooms have their own bathroom, sofas and closet space.The master bedroom is very spacious and has a large ensuite bathroom with separate sinks and two separate walk in closets. Surrounding the home and property there are beautiful exotic gardens that are carefully designed and set. The property has a separated caretaker's home in charge of the maintenance and extra security of the property. A very large lap-pool allows for healthy swims. This property is surrounded by lush jungle where you will see monkeys and lots of other wildlife, the ocean views are incredible with views of the Osa Peninsula, Isla del Cano, Isla Ballena and the Whales Tail in Uvita. The home is sold fully furnished including many antique pieces of furniture and beautiful decorative items; the large European style kitchen includes high-end appliances. This is a rare and exceptional property in a great location, only minutes from the coastal highway and many beautiful beaches.
Rainforest Home in Quiet Community Near Manuel Antonio
- Price
- $345,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 22
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 3/3
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 3
- Location
- Manuel Antonio, Quepos, Aguirre, Puntarenas, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Mountain
- View Type
- Mountain View, Wooded View
- Total Lot Size
- 1.03 ha (2.55 acre)
- Total Living Area
- 285.00 m² (3,067.70 sq ft)
Within a 15-20 minute drive from this private rainforest home you will find amenities, services and attractions such as: - Manuel Antonio Park, which is one of the most visited national parks in Costa Rica, with white sand beaches and abundant wildlife. - Playa Espadilla, which is a dynamic beach lined with a variety of restaurants and shops. - Quepos, which is a bustling town with banks, medical services, fresh markets and is home to the world class Marina Pez Vela and the Quepos domestic airport.
2.1 ACRES - 2 Bedroom Whales Tale Ocean View Home With Pool In Costa Verde Estates!!!!
- Price
- $595,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 20
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 2/1
- Beds
- 2
- Baths
- 1
- Location
- Escaleras, Bahía Ballena, Osa, Puntarenas, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Mountain
- View Type
- Mountain View, Ocean View, Wooded View
- Total Lot Size
- 0.84 ha (2.08 acre)
- Total Living Area
- 130.06 m² (1,399.95 sq ft)
2.1 ACRES - 2 Bedroom Whales Tale Ocean View Home With Pool In Costa Verde Estates!!!! Casa Olas Azul is a magnificent vacation villa located within one of the most desirable private hillside communities in southern Pacific Costa Rica.
WHALE’S TAIL VIEW LUXURY ESTATE, Escaleras, Costa Verde Estates, Costa Rica
- Price
- $2,100,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 119
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 8/7
- Beds
- 8
- Baths
- 7
- Location
- Escaleras, Bahía Ballena, Osa, Puntarenas, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Mountain
- View Type
- Mountain View, Ocean View, Wooded View
- Total Lot Size
- 5.44 ha (13.44 acre)
- Total Living Area
- 743.23 m² (8,000.03 sq ft)
Escaleras, Dominical boasts the highest elevations with the closest proximity to the ocean in the entire country. Literally, nowhere else in Costa Rica do the mountains (with such immense grandeur, lush vegetation and abundant wildlife) come so close to the mighty Pacific.