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Houses

Note to viewers: be aware regarding house areas, which are listed in Costa Rica as square meters under roof, unlike in the US, which are living space ( and not utility space) behind walls. For a US area calculation, floor plans are needed.

Further note:  I am now endeavoring to stay abreast of sales, in order to bring you mostly current listings on this page, culling as I can the houses already closed. Your input to this end is deeply appreciated. Houses pending but not yet closed will be indicated thusly. Listings marked Sold will be soon deleted.

A m2 is equal to 10.72 ft2

Homes designated with the prefix GH are located in the Grecia area.

H304 Right near town center, at the end of the street can be found this 3 BR 2 Ba home of 150 m2. There is a carport, and front porch. Behind is a pleasant garden and in the corner is a storage bodega down and an office above, with good light and view of town. All yours for $120,000.

H150 Barrio Los Angeles, here's a good buy in a 3 BR, 2 ba house, 150 m2, with water reserve tank in, security gates in,  ready to live in, ceramic floors, dead-end street at the edge of the country.  Withheld temporarily

H197 In the country, Santa Eulalia, is a recently refurbished house, 3 BR 2 Ba, with wide back porch and a garage. There are new floor tiles throughout, and the floorspace and windows thoughtfully re-configured for utility. The barrio is peaceful, the neighbors friendly, the price of $129,000.

H285 The builder has a nice home in Morazan of 364 m2, on two levels. There are 2 BR, 2 ba, 170 m2 on the top floor, a nice terrace, and a jacuzzi. The lot is private and quiet, and 1800 adjoining meters can be purchased. The price of this house with the small lot: Reduced to $135,000!

H281 Here's good value: 277 m2 of lot with 225 m2 of house  on two floors. There are 2 BR 1 bath above, and large sunny open space with a bath downstairs. The construction is 3 years old there are tile floors and hot water. Out back is a water retention tank. The carport fits two cars, and there is a separate outside entrance to the downstairs. Withheld temporarily

H332 On a dead end street a brand new house, 120 m2 3 BR, 2 Ba, ceramic tile floor, kitchen will be hardwood and granite, carport, lot of 170 m2. good value, quiet street al for ¢67.5 million.

H172 On a quiet street very close to town center, this house offers 130 m2 of construction with 320 m2 of lot, 3 BR, 1 Ba, two carports, interior light garden by the ample kitchen, and green spaces. The lot is closed in with wall and grillwork. Withheld temporarily

H218 In Rio Grande 120 m2 of house on 2080 m2 (1/2 acre), 3 BR, 1 Ba, covered pila area and garage. Very quiet road out front, a river flows by behind. ¢70 million

H216 At the end of the road and down by the stream, partially shaded by the streamside trees, this 148 m2 2 BR 2 Ba house enjoys the free advantage of abutment to the municipal streamside reserve, which makes the 1013 m2 feel like 2000 m2. Large porches and carport, it's cool and quiet living 2 km to town. $160,000.

H186 In Barrio Los Angeles an ample 190 m2 home, 4 BR, 2 Ba on 1000 m2 with an office and a bodega for storage. There is a breakfast bar between the open kitchen and the dining area, and a laundry room off the kitchen. The main Sala has vaulted ceilings.The master bedroom has a bath and a walkin closet. Good practical layout, and brand-new, ready for proud owners.  ¢80 million.

H327 This house is located out in the country, in Santa Eulalia. 25 years old, the home has 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, and outside a large added salon or studio, suitable for office or??. The lot boast 1125 m2 of space, over 1/4 acre, and another building in the corner was once used as a pulpería, and today as a guesthouse. The garden boasts many local fruits and flowers. $139,000

H323 San Isidro In the country, 2 BR, 4 Ba home on 2800 m2 of land. Paved road access, gated driveway, spring water, this is tranquil country living. There is a large, open,  all-purpose room alongside adapting itself to more rooms, a workshop, a recreation area, or another apartment.  Reduced to $135,000

H312a Up in the clean air, on a country road, of Barrio Morazan the first of two brand new homes awaits your presence. The lot is 671 m2, the house is 90 m2 with 2 BR 2 Ba, built with care by a US contractor. There are tile floors, hardwood ceilings, quality lamps and furnishings. There is a birdnest view of San Isidro, and the home will share use of a party rancho and pool. All for $169,000

H229 In Roca Verde by the river is offered one of two townhouses side by side. Lot size is 295 M2. It is gated, with alarm, carport, and the garden is in. There are 160 m2 of space, with 3 Bedrooms, 2 baths,  kitchen with cupboards, office cubby, and a breakfast nook. The master bedrooms face upon a terrace with a jacuzzi. Nice unit,  nicely located, and affordable at $179,000.

H237 Walking distance to town, this totally refurbished home has 120 m2, 3 BR, 1 Ba, an insulated ceiling, new tile floor, kitchen with cedar cupboards and granite counters, and a hardwood ceiling. The tropical garden sets off a kidney-shaped pool, and the whole lot has a gated entrance and a brook at one side. On a quiet street, and affordable at $159,000

H312b One of two attractive homes in the country at about 1100 m, cool climate, this house has 463 m2 of land and  2 BR 2 Ba of 86 m2 with fine finishings such as ceramic, hardwood, granite. Each of the separate units will own a share of a party rancho and pool area, all for only $179,000

H303 In gated subdivision, this house is maybe 5 years old, on a quiet cul-de-sac, with 735 m2 of lot to enjoy, and a nice view of the valley. The house is open style 3 BR, 2 Ba, huge sala, vaulted ceilings with tile floors, hot water on demand.  Good value reduced to $179,000

H181 In Rio Grande set back from the highway is a nice, sunny, mid-sized home on an ample hillside lot of 7000 m2, gentle grade with two plantels formed. There are large garden areas, fruit trees and  natural growth out back. The house is 150 m2, 2 BR, 2 Ba, large living room. Reduced to $210,000

H183 In a quiet barrio a brand new house 200 m2 on 700m2 of land, 2 BR 2 Ba, large great room. This house has a huge wraparound corredor, a very astute design for the tropics. It also has a lovely view of the valley, and a soaring glass front to take advantage.. AyA water will be augmented by a commonly used well. $195,000

H284 In a private family compound, this may be just what you were looking for: 1086 m2 of lot with an eastern view, completely fenced, and nicely grown up to garden spot. There are carport and storage outside in back, a kennel, and the entrance is soon to be paved. The house is 2 BR 2 Ba, with a large living room and bright kitchen.  $200,000.

H299 Privacy plus: in the country, end of road, surrounded by wall, 1500 m2 of garden with living areas. There is a house of 60 m2, 1 BR 1 Ba, and a cabin of 25 m2, 1 BR 1 Ba. Additionally there is a pleasant rancho for dining outdoors. Storage sheds are located at the bottom of the property. Practical, green and quiet-$225,000 includes car and furnishings.

GH107 Near central Grecia, this remodeled home is large, bright, nearly 300 m2, containing 4 Br 4 Ba, Maid's quarters, and office, ample kitchen, skylights, huge master bedroom and bath, carport. This lot is in a nice residential neighborhood, but on the commercial strip at the edge, and could adapt to both uses. Now operating as a B&B. $275,000

H279 Here's an affordable alternative in a gated community: side by side townhouses mirror copies. Each side has 232 m2 of house including a carport and wide corredor, 3 BR, 2 Ba, and all the quality finish of other homes in this neighborhood. The shared property is 7000m2. $225,000

H164 Just 2 km from town is a beautiful 3 year old home with more than 1200 m2 of landscaped lot in a quiet side street. 4 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths, in 250 m2 under roof, this home has a 2 car garage, hot water, and the master suite boasts a walkin closet and bath with jacuzzi, nice ceramics throughout the house and inset spotlights. The huge lot makes this feel just like home in small town USA. ¢120 million. Nice Withheld temporarily

GH119 Grecia is a prosperous town, and near the center can be found a neighborhood of older Costa Rican homes well built of the finest materials. This house of 240 m2, on a dead-end street, is one of them. On 600 m2 of lot, backing on the Agualote River, the home boasts a large front corredor, a refurbished kitchen, a large living room connected to a closed-in garden patio. There are 4 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths. The master suite has its own bath and tub. The ceilings are vaulted hardwood, the tile an older, warm, arabesque  style. Backing on the river carries the advantage of the soothing sound of running water, and cooling breezes. There is an etched-glass entryway and lots of natural light. The tropical garden is lush. $245,000

H310 In a new development in the country, here's a shiny new house of 2BR, 2 Ba, all done up in the nicest finishes, 185 m2 of construction with a double carport, cement drive, safe room, tile floors and vaulted hardwood ceilings. Outside there are 722m2 of landscaped green zone, and on a clear morning, vast views. All for $259.000!

GH124 special value in Grecia, brand new 3 story home, 350 m2 4 BR 3 1/2 baths on 550 m2 of lot on a dead-end street for privacy. this home has tile floors, a dining room, huge kitchen, a TV room, and an office in addition to the bedrooms, and large space upstairs for a gym area next to the mastersuite and guest rooms. downstairs find a laundry and a full suite with bed and bath. Good value $260,000

H330 So new it still has that special smell-this house is located in Hacienda Atenas, waiting for it's first owner. Paved drive, large corredor, tile floors, vaulted hardwood ceilings, there are 210 m2 of home. There are 3 BR, 2 Ba, hardwood cabinets in the kitchen, and the alarm system is in. Sold

H200 In the country, about 10 minutes out: a huge lovely lot, 4000 m2,  with a superior view and 290 m2 of construction, 2 BR 2 Ba, spacious kitchen/dining area and a huge glassed-in living area. There is a round pool, still unfinished, and the spacious corredors afford the outdoor living we all enjoy. Witheld until 3-2012

H248 In Roca Verde, phase 2, 7000 m2 lot, 200 m2 construction, 2 BR, 2 Ba, lots of glass, clean lines, airy feeling, with a large terrace and a pool, and a roomy yard. There is a carport and laundry zone. The floors are tile, kitchen cabinetry a rich tropical cedar. for home or vacation, attractively priced at $295,000: come see! Withheld temporarily

GH111  A huge home in Grecia built in the classic  Costa Rican mode, but with ample rooms, 5 BR 4 1/2 Ba, huge dining and kitchen and living rooms, 600 m2 of construction all told. Other features are 2 car-enclosed garage, sunlit laundry room, a light garden off the kitchen. There is a self contained suite with outside entrance, should the need arise. Through the french doors find a sprawling corredor at entrance level; down the curving staircase and there is a  Barbeque and partyzone, room for dancing or even shuffleboard. There are a small pool and fishpond. This grand  home has an equally impressive lot, near the center of Grecia, of 1850 m2, nearly 1/2 acre. Dating from the 70's or 80's, this German built house has a lot of life left. $325,000

H228 In Rio Grande, 300 m2  house with 2 car garage and additional shop for more storage. 3300 m2 of land, private well, fruit trees of many types. Inside, there are 4 BR with room for another, and 2 1/2 baths. Construction is of treated hardwood frame, stucco out and drywall in.  The master suite is huge, and there are bath with jacuzzi and walkin closet, and AC, as well. A pressure tank maintains constant water pressure. The second floor has a mezzanine overlooking the living room. Next the living room is a dining room with a bay window. Motivated-$249,000

H242 Out of the ordinary in Roca Verde, a 2 story house with balcony and modern  steel railings, double roofing for insulation and dependability, durable plastic-aggregate siding and agreeable modern designing. 1560 m2 of land has attractive landscaping, carport, and a pool area, and there's a storage unit in back. Indoors, sliding aluminum doors provide lots of light. There are 2 BR, 2 1/2 ba, a laundry area with demand hot-water unit.  160 m2 all told, the bedrooms each have their own bath, and the master a walkin closet as well. Reduced to $243,000

H311 Right in the center of town, this lot was heavily planted to achieve a successful tropical ambience. On an ample lot of 950 m2, there are 190m2 of construction, 2 BR, 2 Ba, bright, open and airy. There is a gazebo and storage, and a water tank. Ceramic tiles, sandstone trims, nice. $235,000

H326 In Roca Verde fully landscaped;  home of 215 m2, 3 BR 2 bath, on 1150 m2 of lot, with attractive rock retaining wall, carport, and a pool. Indoors there are high vaulted hardwood ceiling , bright rooms, a laundry room.  The floor is ceramic tile in pastel shades. $247,000

H317 On the edge of the country, this house is part of a newer development project. The lot of 378 m2 fronts on the public road, but backs upon a common area of 7000 m2 including a pool, and soon, a tennis court and walking paths. The house has 3 BR, 2 Ba, lovely tile floors and an atrium in center for lots of light. The carport will fit 3 cars. There is a balcony in back through patio doors opening upon the common garden. $275,000

H290 This property is located in the most sought after location of Atenas in the province of Alajuela.  The 180m2 house has 3 bedroom 2 bath and  is situated on a 10,791M2 property with a large portion of that useable.  Unlike many lots for sale this size, there is enough usable room you could build another house and a huge garage if desired,  plus park about 10 cars!  There is an amazing mountain view from inside the house or outside in the pool.  The newly tiled pool is just what you need to take in the daily sun that Atenas offers.  Atenas has been blessed with a nearly ideal climate year-‘round; this helps with maintaining the beautiful gardens throughout the property. A producing lemon tree, mango tree, coffee tree and pineapple plant are also yours to enjoy $284,900 (continued)

H187 In a popular Atenas community, this 3 BR 2 Ba house sports a carport, party rancho, and pool. Built by an engineer, the main living space of 176 m2 boasts vaulted hardwood ceilings, hot water, and ceramics throughout. Each bedroom has its closet, and well-wired for TV and telephone. There is a wall surrounding the 1000 m2 lot, with an electric gate, and an intercom system.  There is a new set of 2 -1 bedroom cabins built to attract nightly rentals. The pool is of blue dark tiles to take advantage of tropical solar gain. Well-designed, self-contained and secure.  Reduced $350,000

H256 Located in Los Angeles this is a Tico home, large and spacious, 693 m2 lot with 241 m2 house, 4 BR, 3 Ba, Master bedroom with ensuite, huge modern kitchen, garage, tv room, laundry room, and a jacuzzi rancho out back. Completely enclosing wall provides excellent security. To top it off there is a guest or employee cabin with bath, and a lush garden with flowers and fruits. Withheld temporarily

H189 In Santa Eulalia, farming zone of hard-working people, is set this 500 m2 home. On a fenced and gated 870 m2 lot this home boasts water tank and pressure, solar hot water, interior fountain, clerestory light in dining and living areas, a huge office, 5 BR 3 1/2 Ba PLUS laundry/maids quarters/carport with another bedroom and bath. A huge TV room fronts on the master suite, which has not 1 but 2 walkin closets, and a full luxe bath with shower and tub. There is additional land available for sale in back, should a pool be desired. Solid value,   including lovely furniture. Withheld until Mar 2012.

H265 In the hills on the west side of town, walking distance, is a project with houses designed to a Balinese motif. This 153 m2 has 2 BR, 2 1/2 Ba, wide floating porch, tile floors, vaulted ceiling, skylight, with the open feeling often achieved in Bali. It fronts on an arroyo of lush natural growth, home to many tropical creatures. $249,000

H157 In Vista Atenas one of the first homes built on a lot chosen by an original shareholder, 1840m2 of quiet green, with a main home of 120 m2 and an shop and a rental cabin and a pool. The house is 2 BR and 2 Ba, hardwood cabinetry in the kitchen, clerestory roof for light. The rental has one bedroom with sitting room and kitchen, and rents for $500/month. $259,000.

H300 West of town in an international subdivision a large house of 500 m2, 6 BR, 6 Ba, ample size to allow for a B&B or hospitality business. There is a large deck with pool and jacuzzi, and storage in back. Tiles on the floor, and hardwood ceilings, ample kitchen,  this home is on 2 levels, and has a terrific view to the north. Reduced to $268,000

H318 On the edge of coffee country, a development of american style homes includes this the new 2 story beauty. With 240 m2 of house, this home has 4 BR, 3 Ba for the growing family. The carport holds 2 cars, there is a rancho for entertaining out back, and storage area. This 578 m2 lot backs onto the common area of 7000 m2, which includes gardens, walking trails and a pool. Completely walled on the street, and the guard shack is right next door. $275,000

H334 At the end of the road on a ridge overlooking the valleyview, you can find a 221 m2 house 3 BR, 2 Ba, tile floors. All access roads are paved to the 5800 m2 lot. The master bedroom has an ensuite bath and closet. Off the kitchen is the dining room, on the other side a utility room next to the laundry room. Out back, a large lot down to the creek, a carport and a guest cabin, 1 BR, 1 Ba with kitchenette. $299,000 for all.

H324 On the edge of town, but walking distance, a 4 year old home offered . With an ample 1000 m2 of land there is ample room for more construction or a pool. There is a 2 car carport with a small shop and storage., The home has 3 BR, 2 baths and an office upstairs. 3 bedrooms are down, the master bedroom has a huge walkin closet and its own bath.  $300,000

H320 In a growing gated development just west of town you can buy a house with the full luxury of  ample privacy, since it abuts with a protection zone. the home is gullwing design, with ample terrace, 2 large bedrooms and 2 1/2 baths, lovely bright kitchen with hardwoods and granite. The floorplan is excellent for the tropics with open living spaces. This home is being sold complete with furnishings, and the car, a 2002 Hyundai Galloper. All for $325,000.

H289 On the western side of town is a hilly area where many nicer homes are being built. This home is very much styled after a popular Tico design, with wide corredors. The large main sala is vaulted hardwood ceiling, tile floors, adjoining the kitchen area which sports granite and hardwood, and modern appliances and fixtures. There are 4 bedrooms, 2 baths. The master bedroom is roomy and cool, and has both walkin closet and large bathroom. Lot size is 1018 m2, house under roof 400 m2. Solid value at $325,000

H213 In the country, this 250 m2 house has a wonderful view of Atenas and the valley.  4 BR, 2 Ba, wide corredores, plus an open  terraza above the 50 m2 carport, which could be roofed. The pool is in, and very little is left to do to make this house ready. Tile floors and aluminum windows for minimum maintenance. Quiet neighborhood. $320,000

H288 On the edge of town toward Lapas is this house, 212 m2, 2 BR 2 1/2 Ba, on a lot of 1000 m2. The living area is curved around the pool and surround for a cozy secluded feel next to the jungle. All the rooms and the kitchen are generously large and bright, the ceilings are "tropical" high, and about half the living space is outdoors on the corredor. See it to believe $329,000

H179 In the popular Costa Rican style a large 250 m2 home in the middle of  an ample 1648 m2 lot, mature tropical vegetation all around, la buena vida Costarricense. The house has 3 Bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths, with a large utility room as well as a view terrace. Out back a large pila and behind that an in-law apartment. The property boasts its own well and a vivero, and the lovely orchids there can be negotiated if desired. Lovely quiet barrio maybe 10 minutes out. $350,000.

H199 Toward Barrio Jesus is this 270 m2 house on 3589 m2 of land. 2 BR, 2 Ba, there is an office and a huge wrap-around corredor so common and practical for the tropics. There is a shop which is an attractive plus for do-it-yourselfers. The property is off the road and backed upon mostly undeveloped farmland, which makes it a pleasant country environment. Withheld temporarily

H241 Vista Atenas 5000 m2 lot with 240 m2 house, 3 BR 2 Ba, office, bodega, modern kitchen, masterbath with etched glass, and a walkin. Carport, pool, flagstone surrounds the entire house. There is a wide cool corredor, and an attractive but low-maintenance garden. A gem of a retirement house, and it has a gem of a view. Reduced $335,000

H339 In an up-and-coming gated project walking distance to town, this is squeaky new. There are 8474 m2 of land, 300 m2 of house, 3 BR, 3 Ba, tile roof for cool soundproofing, tile floors, vaulted ceiling, paved driveway, granite kitchen. Two of the bedrooms are full suites with baths and walkin closets.There are a double carport and a pool. $340,000

H315 Close in in Los Angeles a large home, 240 m2,  3 BR 2 1/2 Ba, on 750 m2 lot. There are tile floors and lofted hardwood ceilings with exotic woods such as Cocobolo, ample bedrooms and an office, too. There are two lightgardens, one with a fountain. The master bedroom has a bath and walkin closet for convenience. There are both garage and utility shed in back, with ample concrete floors; the water backup has a pressure tank for constant pressure. $350,000

H340 In a ridgetop gated community a modern home with a killer view, 170 m2 in all, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, clerestory windows 2 sides, tile roof, tile floors, granite and hardwood kitchen. There is a 2 car carport with laundry area and storage. Full master suite has bath and walkin closet. On the patio the pool faces on the party rancho and the view toward Palmares. Through sliding aluminum doors is the great room, ecompassing the kitchen, dining, and living rooms. The master suite is on one wing, the guest rooms on the other. Comfortable and attractive: $369,000

H333 This property has dual use potential: it is now a highly rated B&B in Atenas, but could serve nicely as a family compound. A long hallway greet s the visitor from the parking area, with 4 bedrooms fronting along it, each with its own bath. There is a hall bath as well. The kitchen, dining, and living areas are all located on a open veranda, tastefully decorated in the tropical style. Nearly 4000 m2 are all landscaped in tropical flowers and fruit trees, and there is a large breezy gazebo by the pool to laze away the hours. $369,000

H328 Close to center with gated access,  a sunny lot with 220m2 of bright construction, 3 BR, 3 1/2 Ba, 2 car carport pool, roomy driveway, tiled floors, vaulted hardwood ceilings, granite kitchen with ample hardwood cupboards, large living room. Each room has its own bath and closet. Attractive package in an attractive location. $375,000

H274 In Bo. Sta Eulalia, rolling country of cane fields, off the main road is this brand new house of 225 m2, 4 BR, 3 Ba,  The floors are tiles, and the ceiling is a new product with vinyl appearance, the cabinetry beautifully done in Guanacaste.  The master bedroom has it's bath, and there is a walkin closet in the hall. With an outside entrance is a workroom with bath that could be used as office or studio. Ample green zone and a nice view makes this a pleasant property; lot is 1800 m2. Price ¢170 million 

H335 On a prime lot in a favorite subdivision, this home offers a great retirement package. The hilltop lot has 7940 m2. The house has 175 m2, 2 BR, 2 1/2 baths. The floors are tile, the ceilings are vaulted hardwood, the kitchen hardwood and granite. Lots of windows ensure natural light. Outdoors the landscaping is impeccable, and the broad terrace overlooks a 180° view. Each  bedroom has its own bath, and the master has a walkin closet. Sweet. Sold with most furniture, $399,000

H243 Natural materials are utilized to create an almost outdoor ambience indoors with this 2 BR 2 Ba Asian inspired design. Lot is 7000 m2, house is 220 m2. Rock facings, cane, wicker, stained and carved hardwoods, and the odd splash of color surprise, it's anything but boring but surprisingly comfortable. There is a cook's kitchen, a high vaulted ceiling with a skylight, and a wide exit to the stone terrace. There's a large master bathroom with tub.  $425,000

H220 In Rio Grande near Pan de Azucar, in a subdivision of 4 to 5000 m2 lots is this 200 m2 home 2 BR 2 Ba with pool, view gazebo, and lush and colorful garden area. The land is 3700 m2, and uses the urbanization's water, as well as its own well. Quiet living. $440,000

H252 In Los Angeles, about 10 years old, this property is a quinta in the Costa Rican sense of the term, with 340 m2 of house, 3 BR, 2 1/2 Ba, 4865 m2 of lot, 2 pools, one for the kiddies, a guest house, 2 BR 1 Ba of about 70 m2, a laundry room, a bodega, and gated for privacy. In a Tico subdivision, good full-time neighbors surround. Super-wide corredors invite entertaining of guests, and the kitchen has a large island for food preparation. The master bedroom has an ensuite bath and the front room sports a fireplace. You found it. And it's reduced: to $315,000  

H329 In the country, with a private entrance, is a new home with 210 m2 of construction, 3 BR, 3 Ba, tile floor, vaulted ceiling, roomy kitchen with cedar hardwood, patio doors all around, a carport, a lovely garden and gazebo area all on a lot of 8300m2. $337,000

H306 In Canton Orotina climbing the mountain toward Atenas lies a new subdivision building to upscale homes, at a comfortable elevation and with views to the ocean. The  lot has 970 m2, the house 330 m2, with 3 BR and 21/2 Ba, granite kitchen, tile floors; the finest finishings. There is a carport, a pool and a fountain. On the ground level is a small office or servant's quarters. Check the photos! $360,000

H258 Wow! It's a huge beautiful house on the diamond lot of Roca Verde, and it's finally being offered for only $425,000! The lot is 7001 m2, there are 3 BR, 2 1/2 Ba, a lovely hardwood-and-granite kitchen, white tile floor, expansive terrace, carport, pool, electric gate, vaulted hardwood ceilings, and light and ventilation cupola. The huge master bedroom has a window-wall, and a master bathroom  with jacuzzi tub and shower, too. Let's go look. Withheld temporarily

H278 In  a newer development, close in,  is found this house tucked away by itself for good privacy. Of 350 m2, there are 2 BR, 2 Ba, 2 halfbaths, office and rec room. Vaulted hardwood ceilings and tile floors, a hardwood kitchen, oh yes. There's a pool outside, with a panoramic view. In back there is a nifty new cabin with a bedroom, kitchenette and bath of about 40 m2.  $395,000

H275 Here's the first townhouse I've seen in this town, 2 units side-by-side of 130 m2 each 3 BR 3 Ba each side on tri-level. There is an ample back yard with a pool and deck, and rancho, completely enclosed by tapia for security. Parking in front.  $320,000 

H338 Minutes from town on the edge of country, here's garden gem with a view of the entire valley. The lot is 4418 m2, gated. the house is 406 m2, 3 BR, 3 Bath, full garage and a carport to boot. There's a loft that could be converted to office or extra bedroom. there are tile floors, hardwood ceilings, wide cool corredores. $395,000

H342 In Rio Grande there is a small subdivision surrounded by farms. This modern design of 300 m2 has 3 BR, 2 1/2 baths, tile roof, ceramic floors, and lofty laurel ceilings. Sporting lots of glass for a bright ambience, indoors opens to outdoors, utilizing the entire property as habitable zone. The pool overlooks a manicured garden. End of the road ensures privacy, $395,000

H343 Here's another diamond: end of the road in a gated subdivision, this lot of 1327 m2 fronts on the edge of the river canyon for lots of free privacy! 249 m2 of home, 2 BR, 2 Bath up with a 1 BR guest apartment downstairs. Lots of glass for light, hardwood and tile. There are a carport and a garage. Downstairs there is a large workshop for you guys who like to tinker. By the pool find a waterfall and a koi pond, and behind that a party rancho for entertaining. Canadian pro electric installation, closet dehumidifiers, outdoor lighting. $395,000

H238 In Vista Mar, Desmonte, a brand new house on lot 41 overlooking the reserve located there. 330 m2, 3 BR 2 Ba, 2 car garage, huge sala and kitchen, luxe tile and vaulted wood ceilings. The huge master bedroom boasts a huge bath with views. There's a wide porch out back. Vista Mar is developing to upscale homes, the streets are paving block, water system is secured, and it will have outlet close by to the new pista to Caldera, 10 minutes to Atenas. $430,000  with financing available.

H309 In Barrio Jesus there's a new house waiting for you in the country. With a large lot of 7000 m2, this 3 BR home has a bath for each bedroom, and a halfbath besides. Ceramic tiles throughout, and all fixtures in place. The kitchen is hardwood and granite. A  concrete drive leads to a 2 car carport. A large  patio surrounds the pool. Reduced to $375,000

H337 In a gated subdivision a brand new house designed with you in mind. Woith a view of the Rio Grande valley and the new highway, it's set back on a dead-end spur road, privacy plus. the main house has 3 BR, 3 1/2 baths, 385m2 all told on one level including a carport. The floors are tile, the kitchen is of hardwood and granite, the ceilings of vaulted hardwood. $450,000

H286 In Roca Verde  roomy and beautiful 3 BR 2 Ba, 350 m2 with an office, a carport, a pool, a party rancho, and 1300 m2 of land with an unspoiled view to the west. The huge master bedroom has a unique "wheelhouse" design, and a master bath and walkin closet. There is a spacious kitchen with hardwood and tile cabinets, truly striking. Cool tile floors throughout, expensive cedar, lots of windows, and open to the corredor. Furnishings are negotiable. Very nice, $450,000

H305 In the country north of town this big comfy home has a big comfy lot with a view and gated security, and all's right with the world. Set back from the road on a crushed gravel drive, this 260 m2 home sports 3 BR, 2 Ba, a huge kitchen and living area, carport, pool, and party rancho. The lot has 4184m2, over an acre, nicely landscaped in tropical plants. The view is wide and excellent. $419,000.

H184 At the far end of a narrow farm lane comes this surprise: a large 333m2 house on a large 7000m2 lot, surrounded by pasture and fronting on the river, country elegance, complete with pool and stable. 4 Br, 4 Ba, huge great room is open both to the dining area and the kitchen and sitting area, and boasts a teak ceiling. The downstairs bedroom is roomy with its own bath, and could serve as an apartment or guest room, with its own outside entrance, and its own glass enclosed view. There is a carport, too, and gated entrance. Reduced to $460,000 

H210 Near San Mateo, Orotina there is a development of upscale homes building, surrounded by farmland as far as the eye can see, at least until the eye reaches, on a clear day, the towns along the coast, maybe 20 km away. The lot is 2300 m2, the house is 350 m2, featuring a wide corredor off the living room facing the pool and fountain. The Great room is open to both the dining area and kitchen. There are 3 BR, 2 1/2 baths. There is solar water heating installed, with its own storage tank below for lots of hot water. A satellite internet wireless system has been installed. Landscaping  is finished. $445,000

H307 In the San Mateo Vista Mar project, a lovely huge home on 5800 m2 of land, 3 BR 2 1/2 Ba, double garage, full equipped kitchen, huge Florida room off the living room, tile floors. Ample master suite has his and her sinks and a glass-enclosed jacuzzi bath, with lots of linen storage, and a huge walkin closet. Outdoors no expense has been spared to place flowering and fruiting trees to attract wildlife, and the house has it's own shady fig tree in front. The pool is zero horizon, with a wide welcoming surround for sunning or entertaining. $399,000

H182 Nearly new in Vista Atenas, the popular community with a grand view of the valley, is this home of 360 m2 with 3 Br, 3 Ba, the great room contiguous with the modern and ample kitchen, and with wide accesses to both the garden porch and the back area, where the utility room and laundry room are located. Also located through the back french doors is a small sitting area with a fountain fall and lushly planted ornamental pool, creating a silent alcove with the sound of running water. There is a 2 car carport, by the front door. One of the bedrooms is in fact a  suite with kitchenette, separate bath, and an outside as well as inside entrance. A clay tile roof over all. The property and pool areas are nicely landscaped with grass and mani, a flowering ground cover. The kidney pool has an "infinity" escarpment, and an ample paved surround. The lot is large, 9207 m2, reaching down into a heavily wooded arroyo where birds and monkeys and squirrels and the occasional sloth visit. Hard to beat: $480,000

H325 New! On one of the highest lots, with 360 ° views, is a large roomy house, 320 m2, made for the  tropics, with tile roof and wide overhangs, lots of covered porch space and a 2 car carport. There are tile floors inside, a kitchen of hardwood and granite. All 3 bedrooms are full suites with baths and walkin closets, and there is a large room for office or hobbies. Of course there is a pool, and 5000 m2 of land to enjoy. $550,000

H287 This peach rides the view ridge on the hilly fringes of Atenas, walking distance but on the edge of nature. This home is huge, composed of 3 separate suites each with bedroom, walkin closet, and bath. The motif is Bali-adapted, with high ceilings of natural materials like bone cane, wide overhangs for coolness, and a floating deck; something different for Atenas. There are hardwood cabinets and rock walls. The house is located in a gated community, with security possible. There will be community fees based upon services provided. $585,000

H227 Vista Mar is the new upscale "comer" in Atenas, and the house now finishing on lot 96 will be one of its gems. Riding the next ridge over from Desmonte, San Mateo, this project is amid naturally vegetated montaña on the gradual drop to Orotina. The new Costanera highway will be 1 km away, which will put Atenas at 10 minutes and Escazu at about 30 min. This house is huge and upscale, and contains, among the 4 bedrooms, 3 distinct suites: master, secondary, and servant/guest. The fourth bedroom fronts on the pool and can be used separately or incorporated as part of the secondary suite as, perhaps, the office for which it is wired. There are 2 garages for 3 cars. Total construction under roof, 420 m2, lot size just under an acre. Hi-speed internet is installed, hot water throughout, AC in the master suite, the kitchen has granite counters and rich guanacaste finished cupboards. Included are washer, dryer, fridge, dishwasher, stove. Under vaulted hardwood ceilings, there is a breakfast nook within a curved window bay. Oh yeah, there are ocean views, too, all at a comfortable 650 meters of elevation. Lot 2640 m2. $695,000.

H271 If this jewel were in Europe, it would be called Villa, and this is Villa Margarita (daisy) . In the gated community of Pica Flora, this is a modular compound consisting of 4 modules: Living space/kitchen, Sittingroom/master bedroom, a 2 bedroom wing, and a party rancho, all opening out to the garden and the courtyard area. Nearly all the walls are constructed expensively of stone, the floors of tiles, the ceilings both hardwood or bonecane. Built on a Balinese motif, someone had a ball designing this villa, incorporating the outdoors handily into the living space; a luxury only climates like Atenas can afford. There are 4 bedrooms, 4 1/2 baths, pool shower, 3 car carport  in 500 m2 of construction, all on 6300 m2 of land, at the end of the ridge-the diamond lot. An enclosed  living environment for  $540,000.

H277 This is a great luxe home offered, located on 7000 m2 in Roca Verde stage 2. A generous drive leads to a 4 car carport, which is bordered by a half-bath and storage room. In 2 stories there are 600 m2 of construction, entailing huge corredores and 3 BR, 5 Ba. A luxury kitchen of hardwood and granite is finished down to the dishwasher. The 2 main bedrooms are full suites themselves with walkins and baths with all the amenities. Ceilings are vaulted hardwood, floors are tile. A huge concrete patio surrounds a horizon pool, and all look out over a killer view of Atenas. $575,000

H322 Above San Mateo, here's one you'll want. This one has the diamond view, 360° taking in the Rio Grande valley, Puerto Caldera and ocean views, on a clear day. This house has 4 BR, 3 Ba, 500m2 of construction, tile and parquet flooring, deluxe kitchen, a carport and a huge porch with a jacuzzi. The roof is clay tile, and the home has many decor surprises like an aquarium. The master bedroom is a full suite complete with walkin closet. The whole community is growing to top quality homes. 6789 m2 of land. $650,000

H302 In a popular subdivision overlooking the center of town, a large home of 540 m2 including 3 BR. 3 Ba, office, a living room and a family room, all on 2 stories. Outdoors there is a large paved entrance way with a 2 car garage, a pool, a party rancho, amid a tropical landscape and a sweeping view to the valley. $650,000

H336 The good life at 900 meters! On  country road above Atenas at a nice cool altitude, a new quinta is offered. With 6590 m2 of land there is ample garden attractively landscaped, and a wrought iron gate at the entrance. The main house is 450 m2, with 3 bedrooms, a studio loft, an office, a sunroom, a carport, and a gym. The kitchen is modern with convection oven and stovetop, and green and white marble counter, and stainless appliances. The grounds have 2 additional cabinas, both 1 BR, 1 Bath. The long back corredor has an attached party rancho with wet bar and cooking area. Top off all this with a spectacular view to the Gulf of Nicoya! You can have it for $685,000

H301 In the quinta zone a huge walled and gated property of 1.3 ha, over half of which is gentle and usable. The main house is 450 m2, with 4 BR and 4 Ba plus office. There are large kitchen, breakfast nook, dining area, party and pool room and 2 tv rooms. Outside, the garage/ carport is for 3 cars. The grounds have outdoor lighting, and are nicely landscaped in tropical plants. There are 2 cabinas, one of 2 BR 1 Ba, one a studio. Of course there is a pool, waterfall, and party rancho, all capped with a pleasant view of the valley to the north. $845,000.

H321 Another very special quinta located south of town nearer the new highway to the coast. This property has 7400 m2 of land on a gentle slope with a lovely view to the east. There are mature Guanacaste trees on it. The home has 4 BR, 3 Ba, a large kitchen. Not only that, but a large office, which could serve to any use.All the ceilings are high, for cool in the tropics. There is a 2 car garage, and behind that, a new sauna. To the east is the pool, and all the gardens are landscaped and dotted with tropical plants. Very good value at $850,000.

H282 A quinta in the traditional sense of the word, this is a gem. The entire 1.18 ha. is tended in garden area, spacious grassy areas interspersed with tropical plants, has a gated entrance, and hurricane fence surrounding. There is a spring producing ample water for irrigation and a tilapia pond newly finished in the bottom of the property. The main house of 450 m2 has 3 BR and a kid's bedroom, 31/2 Ba. White tiles throughout, with sophisticated lighting and skylights. There is a pool room, and two living rooms, one by the pool and one TV room. There is a large kitchen and two separate dining areas, one on the garden and one formal. The second building has two stories, 196 m2, up there is a 2 BR 1 Ba apartment, very ample with a nice kitchen/dining area, and a balcony. Down there are two closed garages, and servant's quarters 1 BR, sitting room and bathroom. Topping this off there is a entertainment rancho, completely enclosed with a fully stocked bar. The pool is horizon clearance, and has solar heating, used also in the house systems. Conveniently located 4 km to town. Internet and dish TV are installed. $890,000

H221 In the country west of Puriscal, this Spanish Colonial house finished very attractively with a wide-open estate feeling rarely achieved. The seller wishes to sell minimum 6 lots (constituting 3.7 ha.) with this property, set in usable but rolling terrain, with glimpses of the Pacific. The house is 325 m2 and at least half is outdoors in the breezeway and rancho, as befits a bedroom climate. 4 roomy and elegant bedrooms each has a bath. The huge rancho serves double function as dining/living area up, and a bar with bathroom below, poolside. The large master suite has extra high ceilings, with full bath and walkin closet, and will soon have its own ocean facing terrace, the final construction touch remaining.  The new highway to Orotina will pass close by. $950,000

 H331 Back by the river, off the road, you can hear the sound of water down below. In Atenas just a few minutes to center is a 10,330 m2 lot built to a large home, studio, party rancho, gym, huge jacuzzi, 4 car carport and a guest cabaña. The main house has 4 full suites each with its own bath. The master suite is luxurious, fronting on the sundeck and gym zone, and right next to the office. The guest cabaña has a sofabed, bath, kitchenette, and a balcony. On either side only fruit orchards, idyllic privacy. $1,525,000

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