Costa Rica
What is the best way to search for homes in Costa Rica?
We asked expats in Costa Rica the best way to search for homes in Costa Rica. They said...
"Many would advise going through a realtor and that's probably wisest if you don't know your way around. The native way to look though is to just walk the neighborhoods you're interested in and look for "for sale" signs. Related is to check grocery store bulletin boards. A lot of housing is still found in these traditional ways. Now the online site encuentra 24 is probably the best classified ad system and you're certain to see dozens if not 100s of listings that meet your search parameters by using it. It's like Craigslist but without the scams and a lot more people use it," remarked another expat in San Jose, Costa Rica.
"Expats typically search for homes in Costa Rica by looking online for real estate listings, contacting local real estate agents, and networking with other expats who may have knowledge of the local housing market. Additionally, expats may look for housing through online forums and social media groups dedicated to expats living in Costa Rica," said a member in Costa Rica.
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What is the best way to search for homes in Costa Rica?
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About the Author
Joshua Wood, LPC joined Expat Exchange in 2000 and serves as one of its Co-Presidents. He is also one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. Prior to Expat Exchange, Joshua worked for NBC Cable (MSNBC and CNBC
Primetime). Joshua has a BA from Syracuse and a Master's in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Mr. Wood is also a licensed counselor and psychotherapist.
Some of Joshua's articles include Pros and Cons of Living in Portugal, 10 Best Places to Live in Ireland and Pros and Cons of Living in Uruguay. Connect with Joshua on LinkedIn.
