Playa Grande, Costa Rica
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At a Glance
Pronounced: pla-ya gran-day
Avg. Annual Temp.: 80.3°
Avg. Annual Rainfall: 66.2"
Population: 500 to 1,000 depending on season
Elevation: From 0 up to about 25 meters above sea level
Landscape: Beach, estuary, primary and secondary forest
About Playa Grande
Playa Grande, literally translated from spanish to english, means Large Beach. And you'll see why. This is one seriously large beach. Standing at one end, you have an unobstructed view of about 5 kilometers of gently curving coastline. Playa Grande, the town, is relatively small, like most beach towns in Costa Rica, and has shops and services and restaurants to keep you occupied. But clearly, the most popular attraction of Playa Grande is the surfing. Lots and lots and lots of surfing.
Activities in Playa Grande on the North Pacific region of Costa Rica
Located just north of Tamarindo, the tourist hotspot of the northern Pacific Gold Coast, and just south of Flamingo and Potrero, 2 of the nicest beach towns you'll ever visit, there's always something to do within a short drive in virtually any direction.
Activities in Playa Grande on the North Pacific region of Costa Rica
Activities abound in this rich Costa Rica community with surfing, and fishing and diving an hiking all at your finger tips. And a short drive will put you in any of the handful of spectacular state parks in the area. Please, the international airport is barely an hour away, which helps make Playa Grande popular destination in Costa Rican paradise.
Scan through our listing collection below of all properties for sale in Playa Grande.
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253 properties available
Maison Blanche: Exquisite condo in the exclusive gated community of Altos de Flamingo
- Price
- $480,000
- Status
- Sold
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 33
- Property Type
- Condominium
- Beds/Baths
- 3/3
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 3
- Location
- Playa Flamingo, Cabo Velas, Santa Cruz, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Ocean-Vicinity
- View Type
- Garden View, Mountain View
- Total Lot Size
- 219.00 m² (2,357.29 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 219.00 m² (2,357.29 sq ft)
Discover the tranquility and beauty of this exquisite condo nestled within the exclusive gated community of Altos de Flamingo in the stunning Playa Flamingo. Boasting 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, this property offers a perfect blend of comfort and privacy.
Casa Grande Oasis: Experience Seaside Serenity in the Heart of Playa Grande
- Price
- $485,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 37
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 3/2
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 2
- Location
- Playa Grande, Cabo Velas, Santa Cruz, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Mountain
- View Type
- Garden View, Mountain View
- Total Lot Size
- 511.00 m² (5,500.34 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 299.98 m² (3,229.00 sq ft)
Located in the heart of Playa Grande, this exceptional residence offers the perfect blend of comfort and luxury. This beach is renowned for its world-class surfing, tranquil atmosphere, and breathtaking sunsets, making it an ideal setting for both relaxation and adventure.
Oceanview development property for sale close to the best Conchal beaches
- Price
- $490,189
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Land Listing
- Images
- 26
- Property Type
- Agricultural Land
- Location
- Playa Real, Cabo Velas, Santa Cruz, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Countryside, Ocean-Vicinity
- View Type
- Ocean View, Western View
- Total Lot Size
- 0.70 ha (1.73 acre)
Sun Real Estate offers you an excellent oceanview development property for sale. The land for sale is very beautiful and spacious, perfect for building a comfortable home. The property for sale is located on the rolling hill of Playa Bahia Piratas a really beautiful place with lots of interesting views. You could also say it's located in Playa Real because these two beach names are the same location. The property for sale has excellent building potential and a high altitude that makes the charming ocean views possible. Don't let this opportunity go to waste. We are talking about 7,002 m² or 0,70 ha of beautiful ocean view development property perfect for making your dreams come true. The terrain for sale in Bahia de Los Piratas or Pirate Bay also has great commercial potential due to its direct road frontage. Here you could develop an awesome Hotel with an open restaurant for the locals and tourists that come from a long traveling day. The ocean view development property has 99,3 m of public road frontage. Everything is ready to go since the terrain for sale already counts soon with public water and electricity already in front. This land is ready for work, it's just waiting for you and your architectural creativity.
South Ridge Lot: $499,000 for 2691 m2 OCEAN and MARINA View Land on South Ridge
- Price
- $499,000
- Status
- Sold
- Listing Type
- Land Listing
- Images
- 14
- Property Type
- Development Parcel
- Location
- Playa Flamingo, Cabo Velas, Santa Cruz, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Mountain
- View Type
- Mountain View, Beach View, Greenbelt View, Wooded View, Ocean View
- Total Lot Size
- 2,691.00 m² (28,965.57 sq ft)
SELLER FINANCING AVAILABLE! Magnificent Ocean and Marina views on the prestigious South Ridge, property available with owner financing! Located within an easy 5 minutes walking distance to feet in the sand and the famous Coco Loco. The views are expansive and the sunsets breathtaking from both available lots. Catalinas Islands are in your sights and the gentle sound of surf breaking on Flamingo can be heard along with a chorus of wildlife. A protected green zone keeps the natural beauty of Costa Rica intact. Unparalleled value to own one of the last remaining South Ridge lots, and the best location for walkability. Purchase either lot or both-- Individually lots are 275,000. Buy both for $499,000. One hour from Liberia Airport, 20 minutes to Tamarindo, close to many amenities. A dozen of Costa Rica’s most beautiful beaches within a 15-minute drive! Unbeatable location for a home, rental units, condominium. Make your dream home, use designs already in place, or bring your development ideas…ready for residential or commercial. Optional new home construction renderings on one of the lots available – ask agent for more details. Water letters exist for both parcels.
Oceanica 810: Stunning Flamingo Beach Ocean View Condo in Oceanica!
- Price
- $499,000
- Status
- Sold
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 16
- Property Type
- Condominium
- Beds/Baths
- 3/2
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 2
- Location
- Playa Flamingo, Cabo Velas, Santa Cruz, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Ocean-Vicinity
- View Type
- Ocean View
- Total Lot Size
- 144.08 m² (1,550.86 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 144.08 m² (1,550.86 sq ft)
Be in the heart of Flamingo while enjoying stunning ocean views in this well-appointed 3-Bedroom, 2-Bath condo located in the Oceánica development of Playa Flamingo. Walk to Flamingo Beach in three minutes! And the views of Flamingo Beach from this home will take your breath away! This home features a beautiful and well-equipped kitchen, complete with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and all of the small kitchen appliances you need to enjoy your vacation here. The kitchen and dining area open beautifully into the living room and extra-large terrace, giving your stellar views from every room in this home. There is plenty of room on the terrace to dine outside while listening to the waves, watching the whales, and enjoying expansive views of Flamingo Beach. This home enjoys one of the best views in Costa Rica, and perhaps in the world.
360 Splendor del Pacifico #305: Oceanview Perfection – Just Steps from the Infinity Pool
- Price
- $499,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 29
- Property Type
- Condominium
- Beds/Baths
- 1/1
- Beds
- 1
- Baths
- 1
- Location
- Playa Flamingo, Cabo Velas, Santa Cruz, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Ocean-Vicinity, Oceanfront
- View Type
- Bay View, Beach View, Ocean View
- Total Lot Size
- 71.00 m² (764.23 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 71.00 m² (764.23 sq ft)
Perched high on the northern ridge of Playa Flamingo, Unit 305 at 360 Splendor del Pacífico offers panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean from one of the most exclusive addresses in Guanacaste. This elegantly appointed one-bedroom residence blends modern comfort with timeless coastal design—ideal for full-time living, vacation getaways, or high-performing rentals.




