· Santa Teresa Real Estate·
Santa Teresa, Costa Rica is all about surfing. From beachside hammock hotels catering to backpacking surfers, to wealthy California surfers living the good life, Santa Teresa has them all. If you're coming to Santa Teresa, chances are you're here to surf or at least enjoy the waves.
Unlike the Malpais beaches south of the crossroads, Santa Teresa has mostly white sand beaches, with great beach breaks almost everywhere. There's also a world-class point break called "Suck Rock", which occasionally gets ridable waves up to 20-30 feet high.
Santa Teresa's foreign population is very international, with beach lovers from all over, and it shows in the culture. There are many amazing restaurants, and a few world class boutique hotels in the area. Movie stars and other celebrities are frequently spotted walking along Santa Teresa's beaches.
Tropisphere also features many fabulous ocean view properties available in the hills of Mal Pais, Santa Teresa, Playa Hermosa and Manzanillo.
Also try our Santa Teresa Real Estate web page. For vacation rentals in the area, try Malpais Vacation Rentals.
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Naked Indian Lot I - 495 m2 -$35,000
One of the best value lot in the Santa Teresa. The lot includes water and electricity. Located on the Buenos Aires neighborhood area.
Ref# 8-407 |
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Naked Indian Lot II - 497 m2 -$40,000
The lot includes water and electricity. Located on the Buenos Aires neighborhood area.
Ref# 8-408 |
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Naked Indian Lot III - 586 m2 -$45,000
The lot includes water and electricity. Located on the Buenos Aires neighborhood area.
Ref# 8-409 |
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Naked Indian Lot IV - 639 m2 -$45,000
The lot includes water and electricity. Located on the Buenos Aires neighborhood area.
Ref# 8-410 |
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Santa Teresa Hills $35,000 to $52,000
Inexpensive lots with some ocean views, perfectly located above Playa Carmen at only 4 minutes from the famous surfer beach and all the amenities. A public road leads up to the lots, there is a central water supply from a shared well & electricity. These are the best deal in the area for ocean view lots.
Ref# 8-305 |
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Santa Teresa Mountain Heights $50,000 to $115,245
Seven great new lots at bargain prices (~$80/m2) just five minutes from the beaches of Santa Teresa. These cheap prices are only good for the first two lots sold, so hurry. Two of the lots have a little bit of ocean view. Click the diagram for more details on pricing and sizes.
Ref# 8-184 |
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Santiago Hills Eco Project - From 3843 m2 - From $85,000
17 lots with gorgeous views of rolling hills located above Playa Hermosa. Water is guaranteed in the contract and all lots are TITLED.
Ref# 6-114 |
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Small Santa Teresa House - 131m2 - From $115,000
This listing consists of 2 properties:
b) An 80m2 house with 2 bedrooms on 131m2 land for $115,000. This is located only a short walk to the center of ST and best surfing spots.
c) A 557m2 ocean view lot for $119,000 in walking distance to ST center and surfing spots.
a) There is the possibility to buy both lots including the house, total 688m2 for $234'000
Ref# 8-1 (a-b-c) |
| Cute Tico Beach House - 314 m2 - $110,000 - SOLD
A small cute Tico house, in Santa Teresa, behind the great surfing beach of Playa Carmen. This is ideal for a small business, or just a place to live in the center of town within earshot of the waves.
Ref# 8-29 |
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Malpais River Valley - 2243 m2 - $130,000 - SOLD May 08
Great deal! Large road front lot with lots of buildable space. The property has a rancho, garage and several beautiful trees. It can also be a good commercial investment and could be bought in conjunction with next door's property. Electricity, water and titled land.
Ref# 7-147 |
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New Modern Home - 1000m2 - $140,000 - SOLD Apr 08
New 1BR 1BA home above Playa Carmen, 80m2 construction (800ft2), located in a beautiful jungle area. Water and title provided. Excellent quality, high end finishing.
Ref# 8-171 |
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Malpais Magic Vistas - 12,204 m2 $160,000
A Tropisphere Exlusive! This deal is almost too good to be true. Spectacular ocean views with two building platforms on top, and another down below. This has electric wires in view, but they can be moved for $10-$20K. This property has water and electricity, including a transformer, and could be split into two great lots.
Ref# 7-6 |
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2 Santa Teresa Lots - $150,000 & $200,000
Two titled lots are very centrally located, within a quick walk to a great part of the beach.
666 m2 on the road for $200K
630 m2 next to it for $150K
This is an ideal spot for a cabina business, commercial center, or residential development.
Ref# 8-104b&c
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Santa Teresa/Malpais Real Estate - from 72,000 to $350,000
Many lots - with ocean views and without - are available behind Malpais. This two new roads will link it to the beaches of Malpais and Santa Teresa in 10 minutes! It's also close to Cobano and Montezuma.
Ref# 4-205 |
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Beach House Bargain - 770m2 - $165,000
Another Tropisphere Exclusive! A great price on a cute little house, just a single lot back from beachfront! A beach deal like this hasn't been around in a couple of years. The house is cute, but small. It doesn't have its concession yet, but that doesn't matter so much when the house is already built.
Ref# 8-372 |
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Playa Carmen Ocean Views Lot - 3500m2 - $175,000 - SOLD Jun 09
Spectacular 180 degree ocean views from the entire lot. The lot has almost 90 meters of public road frontage, making it good investment for either a commercial project or a splendid home.
Ref# 8-10 |
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Lot on main Santa Teresa/Cobano Road - 10 961 m2
$179,000
Over 1 ha lot conveniently located on the main road between Santa Teresa & Cobano. Second story ocean view possible. Water, electricity, titled land.
Ref# 4-99 |
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Green Paradise Vistas - 17 930m2 - $195,000
Beautiful Panoramic valley views and some ocean views, with multiple building platforms, privacy, river, mango trees, and very centrally located in the backlands between Playa Hermosa and Playa Santa Teresa and Malpais. At $10.88 for ocean views, this is a great deal for the area.
Ref# 6-107 |
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Casa Golden Dream - 700m2 - $199,000
Brand new 180 m2 house located in the cooler village of San Isidro, a close distance from Santa Teresa & Cobano. The house has 2 bedrooms and a large living room with an open kitchen. For an additional cost, there is possibility to build a pool on the back of the house.
Ref# 4-238 |
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Santa Teresa North Jungle Lot - 6740 m2
$205,000 - SOLD
Beautiful lot full of old trees and which has 3 building sites. Electricity, water.
Ref# 8-356 |
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The Moonlight Lot - 5000 m2
$210,000
A great opportunity – this gorgeous ocean view property in the exclusive area of Northern Sta. Teresa in very close proximity to the beach and shopping & restaurants is priced to sell fast!
Ref# 8-398 |
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North Santa Teresa Hillside - 1095 m2
$219,000
A small property in a great commercial location in north Santa Teresa right across the beach.
Ref# 8-343 |
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Malpais Mountain - 1 ha $225,000
A Tropisphere exclusive! Beautiful ocean views from above Malpais at an affordable price. Good access road. Titled.
Ref# 7-145 |
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Santa Teresa Hills Estates Lot - $250K-$600K
Santa Teresa Real Estate Special - Ocean View Lots above Santa Teresa in a private development just a couple minutes drive from the ocean.
Ref# 8-110 |
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New Modern Home - 1000m2 - $250,000 - SOLD Oct 08
New 2BR 2BA home above Playa Carmen, 120m2 (1200ft2) construction, located in a beautiful jungle area. Water and title provided. Excellent quality, swimming pool, high end finishing.
Ref# 8-170 |
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Casa Blanca - 879 m2$260,000
A small house on a lot on the main road in Santa Teresa within walking distance of a sandy beach, great for a business, or for surfers who feel they must be able to walk to the waves within two minutes.
Ref# 8-104 |
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Santa Teresa Beach Cabinas - 2145 m2
$275,000
A rustic two-story cabina in Santa Teresa, next to a stream. Nearby tourist shops and eateries. It is about a 5 minute walk to the beach, around 400m. Great Surfing right in front.
Ref# 8-73 |
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Surf Villa I Lower Part- 333 m2 - $295,000
Luxury villa located at the heart of Santa Teresa and within walking distance to the beach. The villa has large entertainment areas in an outdoor garden setting, that can also be utilized for a large swimming pool. The Surf Villa project includes 2 luxury appointed villas.
Ref# 8-367 |
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Casa Esperanza - 4360 m2 - $299,000 - OFF MARKET
Great deal. Brand new house located at very short distance from either Montezuma and Malpais/Santa Teresa. The property features 4 bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms. It comes with all the furniture including a pool table and a Nissan 4 wheeler!
Ref# 4-197 |
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Santa Teresa North Ocean View Lot I - 5020 m2 $300,000
Great ocean view lot. The property also features lots of old trees. Electricity, water. Titled land.
Ref# 8-354 |
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Finca Maria - 32 762m2 - $325,000
Finca Maria sits in the hills of San Isidro above Santa Teresa on the Pacific coast. This property is a rare combination of farm land, fruit trees and jungle. It has a house and is only 4 km from the beach.
Ref# 4-221 |
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Playa Carmen Villa with Swimming Pool - 500m2 lot - 280m2 house$325,000
This ocean view house is one of the best deals in the Santa Teresa area. It features a swimming pool and three large bedrooms. Located on a public road, up a short walk from the main road, but still within easy walking distance to the surf below. It has an ocean view from the view deck on top. Titled land.
Ref# 8-36 |
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Vista Pacifico - 5000 m2 - $350,000
Top of the hill lot with incredible surfbreak and ocean views, only a few minutes to the center of Santa Teresa. Could be bought with the upper lot (see ref# 8-370)
Ref# 8-371 |
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Surf Villa II Upper Part- 333 m2 - $350,000
Luxury villa located at the heart of Santa Teresa and within walking distance to the beach. The villa has large entertainment areas in an outdoor garden setting, that can also be utilized for a large swimming pool. The Surf Villa project includes 2 luxury appointed villas.
Ref# 8-366 |
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New Aparthotel - 273 m2$350,000 - SOLD
A high quality hotel in the center of Playa Carmen with an easy walk to the beach.
Ref# 8-217 |
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Casa Luna Mar - 491 m2 - $379,000
Just a one minute walk to the beach, this two story house is zoned commercial and has road frontage with room to expand.
Ref# 8-19 |
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Affordable Beachfront Jewel $380,000
This property is an opportunity for those looking to secure their spot in paradise. First elements for your future tropical garden are already there - fruit trees (Mango, lemon, a large fig tree with a great shade) and many palm trees plus a flowering hedge.
Ref# 8-399 |
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Santa Teresa North Ocean View Lot II- 5058 m2 - $400,000
Amazing ocean view lot. The property also features lots of old trees. Electricity, water. Titled land.
Ref# 8-355 |
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Vista Pacifico - 5014 m2 - $425,000
Top of the hill lot with incredible surfbreak and ocean views, only a few minutes to the center of Santa Teresa. Could be bought with the lower lot (see ref# 8-371)
Ref# 8-370 |
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New Ocean View House - 450 m2 - $450,000 Simple elegance in the jungle! This brand new modern home with pool is perched on a hillside just above the white sands of Playa Carmen. Unbelievable location only a 2 minute drive from the surf and minutes from trendy restaurants, bars, internet and grocery. This includes water rights to a registered well, and is titled land.
Ref# 8-207 |
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Santa Teresa Beachfront Bungalows - 1600 m2 - $485,000 Two immaculate beachfront bungalows built right on the sand. This is in the maritime zone, but without a concession yet.
Ref# 8-206 |
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Casa la Artista - 2000 m2 - $485,000 Live and work steps from the Santa Teresa main surf break. Artistically designed property which includes a main house, 2 rental units & is next to the front road, making it the perfect investment for a small business or condo project.
Ref# 8-382 |
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Santa Teresa Hills - 5 Ha - $490,000
An eco-developer's dream property, this 5 Ha (12.5 acre) farm has many hills with some ocean views and gorgeous expansive mountain views, plenty of water, a well, and
is just 10-12 minutes drive to the best white sand and surfing beaches in the area. Suitable for subdivision into 8-9 lots. Newly-planted organic orchard.
Ref# 4-228 |
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Enchanted Forest - 2.89 Ha - $495,000
Beautiful rolling hills with large trees, including a spectacular giant Ceiba tree bordering a beautiful river valley with a large swimming hole. For peace and tranquility, this is a great property, centrally located only around 10 minutes to the perfect beaches of Malpais and Santa Teresa.
Ref# 4-232 |
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Casa Serena & Casa Bamboo - 5000 m2 - $500,000 Incredible! Two amazing houses with beautiful ocean and jungle valley views. Two working wells on the property. Click the photo for an extensive collection of photos.
Ref# 8-83 |
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Super Vista Terrazas - 7334 m2 - $500,000 - SOLD Jun 08
Four ocean view building sites with A+ ocean views. A two-minute drive to the beach on a paved road.
Ref# 8-89 |
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Casa Azula - 1943 m2 - $599,000 Beautiful ocean view house with pool overlooking a rancho.
Ref# 8-359 |
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Playa Carmen Primary Forest Lot - 24 999m2 $624,975
600 meters from the main road. Beautiful primary forest, water falls, ocean view from many different sites. The property can be dividing into 5 lots. Electricity and phone. Titled land
Ref# 8-357 |
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Vista Magnifico - 1.08 Ha - $640,000
Wow, incredible whitewater and northern coastal views from a mountaintop lot above the Buenos Aires hotel. This property could be subdivided into a few road lots, and two ocean view lots. Also great for hotel or cabina spot. There aren't many options like this around.
Ref# 8-344 |
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Brand New Sports Bar and Grill For Sale - 1180m2 - $650,000
Walk-in turn-key business with room for future growth. The bar is spacious, offering a capacity of 50 guests and has a good size kitchen and grill area. Also existing behind the bar is a two bedroom house and a small cabin which has its own private entrance. Liquor license leased until Dec 08. Municipal water and own water well.
Ref# 8-375 |
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Santa Teresa Surf Cabinas - 1668 m2$750,000
A great opportunity within walking distance of one of the best point break surf spots in Santa Teresa. 9 rooms, 3 with kitchen. Space for a restaurant. On the beach side, but titled.
Ref# 8-68 |
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Mariposa Cabinas - 2499 m2 - $800,000
Cabina Rental business with 6 rooms and a restaurant. This is titled land, within a very easy walk of Santa Teresa's beautiful white sand surfing beaches. More land is available nearby for an additional purchase.
Ref# 8-109
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Vistas de Santa Teresa - 8124 m2 - $850,000Stunning views and great location for this property which has an interesting topography and makes it ideal for an extraordinary project, especially hotel/cabinas type project. The property includes a two story house, plus five
building terraces.
Ref# 8-6 |
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La Paz Santa Teresa Mountaintop - 2.14 Ha - $858,000One of the best properties in Santa Teresa! Mountaintop, with 360 degree views, including whitewater ocean views in front. The property borders the public road and would be ideal for a luxury cabina or house rental business. Titled land.
Ref# 8-22 |
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The Moonlight House - 5000 m2$950,000
Spectacular and airy 6-bedroom luxury ocean view villa located only a few minutes walking distance from the beach and close to the center of Northern Santa Teresa.
Ref# 8-397 |
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Playa Carmen Surf Hotel - 5200 m2$950,000
A ten room hotel with restaurant, bar, and swimming pool. Perched on a hillside overlooking one of the best surf spots in the Santa Teresa / Mal Pais area. The property offers A+ commanding ocean views from all areas on property, and includes two additional building sites.
Ref# 8-4 |
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Paradise Beach - 1.53 Ha - $1.228 and 1.007 million
This is the best property for sale in the Santa Teresa area. Located right in front of Suck Rock, the best point break on the peninsula, it also has its concession completed, so is ready to build. The property is broken into two parts, which can be sold individually, or the whole property together. A stream (quebrada) runs between the two halves. The two sides are 8588 m2 and 6717 m2 respectively. Concession granted until 2022.
Ref# 8-96 |
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Santa Teresa Beachfront Home - 4000 m2$1.4 million
Beachfront property with perfect loction in front of one of the nicest beaches in the Peninsula. The villa built can be used for a home or commercial purposes. It comes with a concession.
Ref# 8-345 |
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Crossroads Commercial Corner - 2800 m2 - $1.2 million
Incredible potential! One of the corners of "el cruce" - the crossroads between Santa Teresa and Malpais, is for sale. This is titled land in the center of town, one minute's walk from the white sand beach of Playa Carmen.
Ref# 8-14 |
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Santa Teresa Beachfront - 1.25 Ha $1.5 million SOLD
Beachfront land, WITH CONCESSION, hotel-zoned and ready to go. This can include a piece of titled land on the road for $1.7 million total.Without the titled part, the price is $1.5 million.
Ref# 8-66 |
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The Rock Star Villa - 5000 m2 - $1.5 million
Beautiful Ocean View Villa in the hills of Santa Teresa. This is the best high end ocean view home in the Malpais/Santa Teresa area.
Ref# 8-169 |
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Bohemian Beach Dream House - 6500 m2 - $2.4 Million
Fantastic beachfront house with concession. The house has 6 BR, 6 BA, swimming pool, caretaker house, corral. This is an investment opportunity not to be missed.
Ref# 8-347 |
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Bamboo Garden Beach - 9900 m2 $2.5 million
The 'Bamboo Garden' is a dream of a beach property: Located right on one of the best surfing points in the area with nearly 100 m (330 ft) of first class beachfront. It has large old hardwood trees and palm trees of different types and sizes. Includes 3 charming, thatch-roofed Asian-style constructions: A open Gazebo with heigh ceiling and basic kitchen facilities and two rustic 2-story cabins. It has a phone line already.
The adjacent road front property of 794 m2 can be purchased too, the price has to be negotiated.
Ref# 8-93 |
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Santa Teresa Hotel & Spa - 8000 m2 - $2.5 Million
This tremendous beachfront property has a hotel with a pool and spa.
Ref# 8-65 |
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Casa Azul - Beachfront - $2.75 Million
Stunning beachfront villa in the center of town for private use or hotel. High occupancy rate, lots of room for expansion. This is a cash cow for someone who wants a business.
Ref# 8-216 |
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Las Palmeras Beachfront - 1.96 Ha $3 million
This in one of the very best properties in the area. It's a very large beachfront property right by the point break, with beautiful white sand beaches in front. The property has a small rustic house with a well that has water until March, used for irrigation, and a stream that meanders through part of it.
Ref# 8-95 |
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Red Palm Villas - 1.3 Ha - $3.5 million
Two luxurious high-end beach houses on a perfect beachfront lot. Surfing right in front at world-class point break "Suck Rock".
Ref# 8-9 |
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Malpais Developer's Farm - 69 Ha - $5.52 million
$8/m2 with ocean views! Large farm with mountain views, beautiful jungles, pastureland, 6 minute's drive behind Malpais. The size is approximate because it needs to be remeasured. Titled.
Ref# 7-80 |
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Boutique Hotel Playa Mal Pais - 2100 m2 - $8.5 million
Great opportunity for a turnkey deal. This fully operated 26-rooms boutique hotel & gourmet restaurant is located minutes away from the beautiful beaches of Malpais & Santa Teresa. The hotel is part of a shopping center with various services available.
Ref# 8-13 |
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