Costa Rica

Discover Costa Rica real estate with Bona Fide Fine Homes & Estates

At Bona Fide Fine Homes & Estates, we connect sharp buyers with standout properties in Costa Rica's most sought-after regions. Whether you're after a serene beachfront escape, a modern city home, or a future-forward investment, we guide you with clarity, care, and real local insight.

Regional insights: where opportunity meets lifestyle

Today’s buyer: what we’re seeing

Today’s buyer: what we’re seeing

Buyers working with Bona Fide are increasingly:

  • Multi-generational: Shopping with both lifestyle and legacy in mind
  • Remote-capable: Prioritizing strong internet, security, and privacy
  • Sustainability-focused: Looking for solar, off-grid, and eco-resilient options
  • Lifestyle-driven: Choosing wellness and adventure over speculation

Travel tips for property explorers

  • Best time to visit: December through April offers dry, sunny weather—ideal for tours.
  • Entry requirements: No visa needed for most visitors from North America and Europe. Passport valid for 90 days required.
  • Transportation: Domestic flights and private transfers can simplify travel to remote regions. Your travel provider can assist.
  • Local insight: Spend time in the neighborhoods you're considering. We'll help connect you with local experts and guided experiences.

Buying in Costa Rica: how it works

We partner with trusted legal professionals to simplify your transaction:

Foreign buyers can hold full ownership (except within certain Maritime Zones).

We connect you with vetted bilingual attorneys to confirm:

  • Title clarity and land use permissions
  • Accurate property boundaries
  • Corporate structure (if purchasing via an entity)

Funds move through licensed escrow agents. Contracts are tailored to protect your interests.

A Costa Rican notary finalizes the sale and records it with the National Registry. You receive full legal title.

  • Transfer tax and fees: ~2.5%
  • Annual property tax: 0.25% of declared value
  • Luxury home tax: Applies to homes over ~$214,000
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Residency & investment perks

Investor residency
A $150,000+ investment may qualify you for Inversionista Residency:

  • Eligibility for residency for you and your family
  • Access to national healthcare
  • Favorable tax benefits

Rental income potential
Costa Rica’s booming tourism market makes your property a powerful passive income asset—especially in Guanacaste and the Southern Zone.

Work With Us

The Team at Bona Fide Fine Homes & Estates bring home sales expertise as well as services to get sellers ready to sell and help buyers with a timeline of necessary renovations before moving in across the Nassau & Suffolk Counties.