This lovely 4,600 sq ft, four-bedroom, three-bath home features vaulted, wood-beamed ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows and French doors in the ample, wonderfully lighted living and dining areas and in a first floor office/den that can be used as another bedroom. The modern kitchen has a comfortable breakfast nook. Designed by noted Costa Rican architect Bruno Stagna, this residence is located near the Paco shopping mall on the old road from Escazú to Santa Ana, and is minutes from banks, fine dining and boutiques; the American Embassy and the American ambassador’s residence; the upscale Multiplaza Shopping Center; the Intercontinental Hotel and Roble Office Complex, and the new highway leading to Costa Rica’s Central Pacific beaches and resorts just over an hour away.

The upper floor bedrooms have a great view of the surrounding hills. This home, near several public bus routes, with its maid’s quarters and convenient laundry area, sits on a 9,150 sq ft (0.2 acres) lot. It needs a bit of work, but the low negotiable asking price of $350,000 makes it an extremely attractive real estate purchase.

Bosques de Carao, a mixed residential condominium project with a contemporary theme in high-demand Santa Ana, the rapidly expanding high-demand western suburb of San José, offers several options for those looking for a very special place to build a unique home, or purchase a stylish, modern apartment or townhouse. The project, now in its pre-sale stage, offers:

• 22 building lots ranging in size from about 4,600 to 6,700 sq ft
• 14 three-bedroom Townhouses
• 24 apartments,  12 of them one-bedroom, and 12 two-bedroom

This mixed condominium is conveniently located near the upscale Multiplaza Shopping Mall; the Forum Office Center, home to the Fortune 500 companies in Costa Rica; banks, boutiques and fine dining on the Lindora Road; Hospital CIMA; the international airport; and the new highway leading to Costa Rica’s popular Central Pacific beaches and resorts just over an hour away.

The project features cobbled streets, underground wiring, 24/7 security, a wall around the entire area, a water treatment plant, separate access for residents and visitors, a clubhouse, heated pool for adults and children, and children’s playground.

Terms are as follows:

• $5,000 when the purchase agreement is signed
• 30% to be paid in 12 equal payments
• 70% balance to be paid during the construction phase

The modest street-front exterior and incredibly low price belies the attractiveness and livability of  this 1,839 sq ft three-bedroom, 2.5-bath, two-storey condominium residence. The spacious living room with wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling window on one side leads to an intimate dining room and surprisingly large modern kitchen with marble counter tops and small breakfast alcove. Located in the Bello Horizonte district of the high-demand west San José suburb of Escazú, this home is within easy distance of banks, supermarkets and fine dining; the upscale Multiplaza shopping mall; Hospital CIMA; public and bilingual private schools; and the new highway leading to Costa Rica’s popular Central Pacific beaches and resorts, just an hour and 15 minutes away.

Stairs easily graded for senior citizens or young children lead to three light, spacious bedrooms, the Master being large enough for an additional living area as well as a Queen or King bed. The modern bathrooms have tile finishings. There is a small enclosed patio, plus parking for two vehicles. This home is in a modest gated community with lots of green areas plus 24/7 security.

This attractive, three-story, three-bedroom  2,450 sq ft semi-detached residence (2,130 sq ft on two floors plus a 220 sq ft room on the third) built in 2003 and finished in 2004 offers a cozy living room leading to an intimate, beautifully designed garden; a formal dining room; a modern kitchen with granite counters and a small breakfast counter; office/den; maid’s quarters and laundry room, along with two and a half baths. Located in a gated community in Santa Ana, the very popular suburb west of San José, it is close to banks, shopping malls along the Lindora strip, fine dining, upscale boutiques and the new highway leading to Costa Rica’s Central Pacific beaches and resorts.

Floors are hardwood and ceramic, the very tasteful finishings are of wood and stone. There is covered parking for two cars. The condominium offers a community swimming pool and children’s playground, plus 24/7 security. Condominium fees are 120,00 colones (about $240 as of May 2012) per month.

This excellently located 2,900 sq ft, three-bedroom home in the Hospital Mexico area of San José offers living and entertaining space galore, with a large main living room with floor-to-floor mirrors, small living area with bar, main dining room, and breakfast nook, TV room, plus an ample modern kitchen with wood furnishings and granite counters for preparing gourmet meals and party fare. Another attraction is an office/den/family room with its own half bathroom, plus a further half bathroom for guests. This property is within easy access of public transportation; of the banks, supermarkets, restaurants and boutiques of popular Rohrmoser and Escazú; of the American Embassy; of the international airport; of the Parque de Diversiones amusement park; and just 10 minutes from the start of the new highway leading to Costa Rica’s popular Central Pacific beaches and resorts about an hour and 15 minutes away.

The large Master bedroom has its own ensuite bath, the other two bedrooms share a bathroom. There is also a laundry area, terrace, storage area, covered parking for two cars, outside parking for two more, and a small back garden. This lovely residence comes with an internal security system, lighting, drapes, hot water tank, dishwasher and built-in safe.

This lovely newly-remodeled three-bedroom, two-bath 1,900 sq ft condominium apartment unit with two balconies located in high-demand Escazú exudes traditional comfort and relaxation, and is perfect for the small family or a retired couple expecting frequent visits from family members and friends. The vestibule leads to a living room with beautifully crafted built-in bookshelves and to a formal dining room, separated from the modern spacious Eurkmobilia kitchen – granite countertops, built-in stainless steel appliances – by a countertop for convenient meal serving. The property is located near public and excellent bilingual private schools; convenient public transportation; the Multiplaza Shopping Mall; the Forum Office Center, home to the Fortune 500 companies in Costa Rica; banks, boutiques and fine dining; Hospital CIMA; the international airport; and the new highway leading to Costa Rica’s popular Central Pacific beaches and resorts just over an hour away.

The three bedrooms are spacious and airy, the Master bedroom has its own small living area. The modern bathrooms are newly installed with marble walls, and most rooms have expensive hardwood floors. There is also a cozy family/room den and a small maid’s quarters with private bath. There is underground parking space for two vehicles. The apartment building, in a secure, gated community with 24/7 surveillance, has elevators and easy wheelchair access, while owners can enjoy the swimming pool and if they are more athletically inclined and active, the tennis courts.

Even in Costa Rica, Real Estate is a bargain. This two-story, four-bedroom, three bath condominium unit in high-demand Escazú is a steal at the low, low asking price of $140,000. With a superb view of the Central Valley and its surrounding hills, this property is perfectly located near public and excellent bilingual private schools; convenient public transportation; the Multiplaza Shopping Mall; the Forum Office Center, home to the Fortune 500 companies in Costa Rica; banks, boutiques and fine dining; Hospital CIMA; the international airport; and the new highway leading to Costa Rica’s popular Central Pacific beaches and resorts just over an hour away.

The compact, modern kitchen has a small breakfast area, the bright living room has ample window space and a small balcony, and there are ceramic floors throughout. The condominium itself offers a swimming pool, club house with food preparation and presentation facilities, and 24-hour surveillance in a secure gated environment.

This contemporary two-bedroom, two-bath apartment condominium unit is conveniently located in front of the Red Cross right at the entrance to the center of the high-demand western San José suburb of Santa Ana. It comes fully furnished with tastefully modern sofas, tables, beds, rugs, all in impeccable, near-mint condition. It is a hop, step and a jump from excellent restaurants such as Lo Spago (Italian, a minute’s walk away); popular bars such as Motor Psychos and Coco; the shopping malls, boutiques and supermarkets of the upscale Pozos/Lindora strip; public and private schools; banks; the Forum I and II office centers, home of the Fortune 500 companies in Costa Rica; the international airport; and the new highway leading to Costa Rica’s Central Pacific beaches and resorts, just over an hour’s drive away.

Owners of this attractive condominium unit can enjoy elevators; wheelchair access; the central swimming pool and club house, plus 24/7security. It is also available for short-term rental.

This small but spacious two-bedroom, 1.5-bath condominium apartment unit located on the first floor of a new complex near Country Day School just minutes from the center of high-demand Escazú is the perfect rental property for the very small family, working or retired couple or unattached single. Both the main bedroom, with its floor-to ceiling windows on two sides, and living room/dining room ensemble have balconies with a splendid view of the Central Valley.

The compact modern kitchen has enough space for all your cooking needs, while the full bathroom has ceramic tiles and a shower/whirlpool bathtub. Floors are tile and hardwood. The apartment is located minutes from supermarkets, banks, fine dining, boutiques, the Multiplaza Shopping Mall, CIMA hospital and the new highway to the Central Pacific beaches, just over an hour away.