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Explore Our Featured Properties for Sale in Costa Rica

Explore Our Featured Properties for Salein Costa Rica

Discover why Costa Rica real estate is one of the most sought-after investments in the world. Beyond its breathtaking landscapes, the country boasts a stable political climate, strong property rights for foreign buyers, and an exceptional range of real estate opportunities.


Whether you're searching for a luxury beachfront villa, a serene mountain retreat, or a high-potential investment property, our curated collection of featured listings showcases the very best Costa Rica has to offer to suit every lifestyle and investment goal.

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Punta Sabana & Mar SerenaPlaya Minas, CRListing FBR-546
$29,900,000
acres755
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Rio Chiquito Ranch & VillasTilaran, CRListing FBR-BE-33
$6,500,000
Beds10 Baths10 hectares143
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Villa Margarita Beachfront FlamingoPlaya Flamingo, CRListing FBR-JB-04
$5,995,000
Beds6 Baths5 sq. ft3,200 sq. m.4,836
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La Dulce Vida #22 – Casa NyaHacienda Pinilla, CRListing OL-FBR-389
$5,300,000
Beds5 Baths5.5 sq. ft1,645 sq. m.1,473
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Casa de Sueños: Titled Beachfront Estate in Playa PotreroPlaya Potrero, CRListing FBR-496
$4,500,000
Beds6 Baths6 sq. ft7,100 sq. m.1,050
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Casa Chameleon Residences House 1Las Catalinas, CRListing OL-FBR-312
$4,500,000
Beds5 Baths5.5 sq. ft5,212
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Casa Todo Bien & Guest HousePlaya Flamingo, Southridge, CRListing FBR-430
$4,400,000
Beds5 Baths7 sq. ft7,500 sq. m.1,604
Active Price Drop
Casa Chameleon Residences House 2Las Catalinas, CRListing OL-FBR-353
$4,250,000
Beds5 Baths5.5 sq. ft5,126
Active Price Drop
Casa Alegria – 2 Paseo MirafloresLas Catalinas, CRListing FBR-409
$3,990,000
Beds5 Baths5.5 sq. ft5,000
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Villa Tuscana, Reserva de GolfHacienda Pinilla, CRListing FBR-610
$3,600,000
Beds6 Baths6.5 sq. ft9,000 sq. m.1,939
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The Palms #33Playa Flamingo, CRListing FBR-492
$3,600,000
Beds3 Baths3.5 sq. ft2,831
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Altura del Mar, 360 Splendor del Pacifico Flamingo #502Playa Flamingo, CRListing FBR-524
$3,450,000
Beds4 Baths4.5 sq. ft3,391
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El AlmaPeninsula Papagayo, CRListing FBR-094
$4,700,000
Beds3 Baths3.5 sq. ft12,648 acres1
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Casa Miramar Lot #35Mar Vista, Playa Flamingo, CRListing FBR-223
$2,890,000
Beds5 Baths5.5 sq. ft7,800 sq. m.5,093
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Casa Joya del Bosque – 4 Bed Estate Home in Luxury Reserva ConchalReserva Conchal, CRListing FBR-509
$2,850,000
Beds4 Baths4.5 sq. ft6,491 sq. m.1,403
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Casa SeahorseMar Vista, Playa Flamingo, CRListing FBR-477
$2,700,000
Beds4 Baths5.5 sq. ft4,758 sq. m.5,174
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Los Almendros 66 – The Best Deal in Hacienda Pinilla!Hacienda Pinilla, CRListing FBR-PC-16
$2,588,000
Beds4 Baths7 sq. ft8,565 sq. m.2,012
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Villa MakaiPlaya Tamarindo, Senderos, CRListing FBR-JES-01
$2,400,000
Beds6 Baths8 sq. ft8,000
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Solaris Sura 4BReserva Conchal, CRListing FBR-568
$2,095,000
Beds4 Baths3.5 sq. ft2,877
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Solaris Caoba 3AReserva Conchal, CRListing FBR-420
$1,800,000
Beds4 Baths3.5 sq. ft2,877
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Solaris Acacia 1AReserva Conchal, CRListing FBR-534
$1,795,000
Beds4 Baths3.5 sq. ft2,877
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Casa MargaritaPlaya Flamingo, CRListing FBR-464
$1,650,000
Beds6 Baths6.5 sq. ft5,098 sq. m.885
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Solaris Acacia 4BReserva Conchal, CRListing FBR-384
$1,600,000
Beds4 Baths4.5 sq. ft2,877
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Casa Jewel, Miramar #41Mar Vista, Playa Flamingo, CRListing FBR-424
$1,500,000
Beds4 Baths3.5 sq. ft5,500 sq. m.5,404
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Casa Chameleon Condominiums C-603Las Catalinas, CRListing OL-FBR-380
$2,900,000
Beds4 Baths4.5 sq. ft3,437
Price Drop Sale Pending
(under contract)
Casa Chameleon Condominiums C-503Las Catalinas, CRListing OL-FBR-381
$2,100,000
Beds4 Baths4.5 sq. ft3,437
Sale Pending
(under contract)
Casa Chameleon Condominiums C-403Las Catalinas, CRListing OL-FBR-382
$2,000,000
Beds4 Baths4.5 sq. ft3,437
Sale Pending
(under contract)
Casa Chameleon Condominiums B-502Las Catalinas, CRListing OL-FBR-378
$1,500,000
Beds2 Baths2.5 sq. ft1,978
Sale Pending
(under contract)
Casa Canto del Agua – Hacienda PinillaHacienda Pinilla, CRListing FBR-PC-24
$1,495,000
Beds7 Baths7.5 sq. ft7,026 sq. m.2,063
Sale Pending
(under contract)
Casa Chameleon Condominiums B-402Las Catalinas, CRListing OL-FBR-349
$1,390,000
Beds2 Baths2.5 sq. ft1,978
Sale Pending
(under contract)
Casa KaribePlaya Tamarindo, CRListing FBR-569
$1,350,000
Beds5 Baths5.5 sq. ft5,382 sq. m.1,200
Sale Pending
(under contract)
Sauco Lot 8Reserva Conchal, CRListing FBR-595
$780,000
sq. m.1,787
Sale Pending
(under contract)
Flamingo Tower #16Playa Flamingo, CRListing FBR-611
$720,000
Beds2 Baths2.5 sq. ft1,356
Price Drop Sale Pending
(under contract)
Lomas del Sol House 48Marbella, CRListing FBR-PC-19
$499,000
Beds4 Baths2.5 sq. ft2,908 sq. m.804
Sale Pending
(under contract)
Punta Plata 517Playa Flamingo, CRListing FBR-567
$474,900
Beds2 Baths1 sq. ft760
Price Drop Sale Pending
(under contract)
Flamingo Towers #11Playa Flamingo, CRListing FBR-543
$429,000
Beds2 Baths2.5 sq. ft1,839

Meet The Team

Meet The Team
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Melanie Engel
CEO / BROKER / OWNER
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Dr. Michael Engel
Co-OWNER FLAMINGO BEACH REALTY
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Braeden Engel
BROKER ASSOCIATE
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Ben Engel
PROPERTY MANAGER / FINANCE MANAGER
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Pablo Cardoza
REAL ESTATE CONSULTANT
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Marc Baissus
REAL ESTATE CONSULTANT
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Mariela Fletes
REAL ESTATE CONSULTANT
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John Battin
REAL ESTATE CONSULTANT
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Jose Andrés Camacho
REAL ESTATE CONSULTANT
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Santiago Rodriguez
Real Estate Consultant
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Kali Engel
SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER
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Isabelle Munsayac
LEAD MANAGER / TOUR COORDINATOR / PERSONAL ASSISTANT
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Danielle Daria
MARKETING ASSISTANT
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Arvin Enriquez
LEAD ASSISTANT / TOUR COORDINATOR
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Abegail Sanchez
PERSONAL EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT / TRANSACTION COORDINATOR

Popular Communities in Costa Rica

Popular Communities in Costa Rica

Costa Rica offers a diverse range of property options. Whether you seek a lush mountain hideaway or a seaside escape, there is something for everyone. This variety makes it ideal for different lifestyles and budgets.

Buyers can explore various property types, including, beachfront homes, luxury villas, mountain retreats, eco-friendly houses, and urban apartments.

Each property type has its unique charm and advantages. The key is determining which best suits your personal needs and goals. Consider factors such as location, amenities, and investment potential when making your choice.

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Peninsula Papagayo
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Las Catalinas
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Mar Vista
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Playa Potrero
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Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica
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Playa Grande

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Client Testimonials

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My name is Patrick A. Budin. I am a 66 year old retired United States Navy Commander 0-5. I spent 31 years service in United States Navy traveling and living abroad. I have chosen Costa Rica to be my final home. I have been coming to Costa Rica since...

Patrick A. Budin – Commander United States Navy, Retired

Just closed on our Surfside Towers Condo in Playa Potrero. Thanks to Melanie Engels of Flamingo Beach Realty for bringing us to, and leading us through the buying process. Can’t wait to enjoy, and have others enjoy this gem! If you’re looking ...

Randy and Diane Niemczyk

Melanie helped us with two transactions and was very pro-active with both. She went the extra mile to find the right property that met our needs. It happened to be under construction which made it more complicated, but she helped us through what a...

Greg Salley

Melanie was such an asset during our “from a distance” home purchase – She was honest and forthright and enabled us to purchase a beautiful 3 bedroom 3 1/2 bath home in our desired neighborhood ALL BY VIDEO! yes, by zoom and video she handled a...

Michael Diaz

We are extremely grateful and feel very blessed to have Melanie in our lives. While that may seem to be a strong statement to use for your real estate agent, you will understand our feelings once you get a chance to meet and work with Melanie and her...

Katee Gebo

After a 6 month search with no luck in finding a long term rental home for my family, a friend recommended I call Melanie Engel. I sent a text her way, and within minutes, she called me, and had me scheduled to look at 3 homes. She was very know...

Sarah & Jason Gross

Gaynor and I just want to thank you so much for working so hard to find a rental for us. We have dealt with many realtors in the past and you surpass them all, especially with your level of customer service, and the fact that you get back to your cli...

Bruce and Gaynor Nilsson

Dealing with Melanie Engel from Flamingo Beach Realty has been an overall delight! We first discovered Melanie when we Googled realty companies in Costa Rica’s Gold Coast. Flamingo Beach Realty’s website stood out from the competition with its ex...

Cheryl Proctor

Melanie is an outstanding realtor. She knows the market and the business like no other. Additionally, she is responsive and an excellent communicator, often answering questions I have asked about properties within minutes of my request. I have purc...

Bryan Radabaugh

I started working with Melanie Engel at Flamingo Beach Realty because I found their website very easy to use. I liked the way the section on Condos for Sale could sort by location, neighborhood, and price. After I downloaded a brochure on the listing...

Janna Forsgren

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Why Costa Rica

Why Costa Rica

Living in Costa Rica gives you the perfect blend of natural beauty, a relaxed lifestyle and a sustainable environment. Its beautiful beaches, abundant wildlife and healthy way of life deliver limitless benefits to retirees, nomads and families.

Investing in Costa Rica property means a more stable property market, virtually endless opportunities and a dream vacation home in the land of Pura Vida.

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There is no place on earth quite like Costa Rica and owning property here will fulfill dreams of a lifetime. Meet Melanie Engel who brings over 30 years of business experience to the Costa Rican real estate market. Melanie relocated to Playa Flamingo in 2014 from Canada with her family and quickly became one of the leaders in the area, specializing in the beach communities along the Gold Coast of Guanacaste.

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