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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215 properties available
Casa Antell: Gated Community with excellent amenities

- Price
- $299,000
- Status
- Sold
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 29
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 2/2
- Beds
- 2
- Baths
- 2
- Location
- Playa Flamingo, Cabo Velas, Santa Cruz, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Ocean-Vicinity
- View Type
- Bay View, Mountain View, Beach View, River View, Western View
- Total Lot Size
- 431.17 m² (4,641.06 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 120.00 m² (1,291.66 sq ft)
Located in the elite gated community of Mar Vista, Casa Antell is an open concept, 2-bed l 2 bath home at the convergence of two rivers in the Dos Rios neighborhood. Equipped with well-appointed stainless-steel kitchen appliances, washer & dryer, and a one-car garage, this fenced in the home is a relaxing oasis in the hills of Mar Vista! The covered outdoor dining/sitting area and lack of neighbors on three sides of the home, allow you to have unmatched views of nature just outside your windows! Casa Antell comes with access to the Mar Vista Club which includes the highly regarded Gracia restaurant & bar, a massive infinity pool with swim up bar and sundeck, uninterrupted views of the Pacific Ocean, lighted tennis courts, health club & yoga studio as well as a playground poolside for children.
Playa Grande Dev. Parcel: Ocean View Land - Close To The Beach - Perfect Boutique Hotel Location - Owner Financing

- Price
- $299,000
- Status
- Sold
- Listing Type
- Land Listing
- Images
- 13
- Property Type
- Development Parcel
- Location
- Playa Grande, Cabo Velas, Santa Cruz, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Countryside, Mountain, Ocean-Vicinity
- View Type
- Mountain View, Northern View, Ocean View, Western View, Wooded View
- Total Lot Size
- 2.70 ha (6.67 acre)
OWNER FINANCING AVAILABLE! - This 2.7 hectare parcel of development land site offers the amazing nature and foliage of Guanacaste, privacy and seclusion with amazing forest, mountain and ocean views. Off the beaten path, but close to everything, this property is only 1 kilometer from the amazing Playa Grande as well as all the shops, services and renowned restaurants in the area, while only an hour from the airport and a half hour from Tamarindo to the south Conchal, Flamingo and Potrero to the north. Just off the main highway, all roads, infrastructure and utilities are in place and ready to build. This property consists of 2 lots sold together and is an excellent location for an ocean-view boutique hotel that will draw business from the surrounding tourist area which is the number 1 industry in these parts. Or you may choose build out your own ocean-view estate property. The possibilities are endless. Add to that a very handsome financing package offered by the seller, and you’ve got some serious possibilities here.
Flamingo Marina Resort 601: Brand New Oceanfront Condo for Sale for $299,900 (Owner Financing Available)!

- Price
- $299,900
- Status
- Sold
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 23
- Property Type
- Condominium
- Beds/Baths
- 2/2
- Beds
- 2
- Baths
- 2
- Location
- Playa Flamingo, Cabo Velas, Santa Cruz, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Location Type
- Ocean-Vicinity, Oceanfront
- View Type
- Beach View, Ocean View
- Total Lot Size
- 99.17 m² (1,067.45 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 93.00 m² (1,001.04 sq ft)
Welcome home to this newly renovated 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo located along a gorgeous and secluded beach in Flamingo, Costa Rica. Flamingo is located on a peninsula and is known for some of the most beautiful white-sand beaches in all of Costa Rica. It doesn’t get better than beachfront, and this is one of the few beachfront condos available! This condo is priced for a quick sale and is move-in ready. The owners employed one of the most reputable builders in Guanacaste to completely remodel every square inch of this condo, and its design and décor are top-of-the-line.
Presidential Suites 9: Enjoy Breathtaking Views & Ocean Sounds of Pristine Flamingo Beach and Surrounding Mountains from this Beautiful, Spacious 3-Bed, 2-Bath Condo!

- Price
- $299,900
- Status
- Sold
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 22
- 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
- 165.00 m² (1,776.04 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 1.00 m² (10.76 sq ft)
Presidential Suites #9 is located on the North Ridge of Flamingo, alongside with many upscale multi-million dollar mansions. This condo is located on the 2nd floor of a 3 story building. Offered completely furnished, this condo comes with a brand new sofa and TV, beds to sleep 6, and fully stocked kitchen. It comes with a dining room table that seats 6 and breakfast bar to mingle with the chef. It also has new high-efficiency split AC units in the living room and bedrooms to keep you cool.
Maison Blanche Condo #2: Maison Blanche Condo #2, second floor unit

- Price
- $317,000
- Status
- Sold
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 15
- 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, Ocean View
- Total Lot Size
- 184.00 m² (1,980.55 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 184.00 m² (1,980.55 sq ft)
Maison Blanche Condo #2, second floor unit, is located in a gated community in a short distance to the marina of Flamingo with stunning views over the Pacific Ocean and its beautiful sunsets. Fully furnished. Walking distance to Playa Potrero, Playa Flamingo, marina, restaurants, shopping, hard-ware store, gym, private bilingual school La Paz, and many more making this an exceptional location. The sunsets from this beautiful three bedroom, three and a half bath condo will be spectacular year round. The condo boasts ocean views from all living spaces and the master bedroom, with a balcony that runs the entire length of the front. The complex has a pool and is part of the Altos De Flamingo gated development with 24/7 security. It is close to restaurants, beaches and shopping. This condo makes a great second home, vacation rental or primary residence! Designed by a French designer in “ArtDeco” style. It has a full kitchen with fine granite counter tops and stainless steel appliances, Washer/dryer, wine cellar, garbage disposal, air-conditioning every room, luxurious tile floors all included in this wonderful home. Amazing 300 square feet terrace with panoramic view. It has a beautiful-landscaped tropical garden with 60 feet of swimming pool with water bar and a rancho to relax.
Flamingo Towers 14: Amazing ocean views of the Pacific Ocean and stunning sunsets right from your balcony!

- Price
- $325,000
- 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
- Beach View, Greenbelt View, Ocean View
- Total Lot Size
- 126.00 m² (1,356.25 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 126.00 m² (1,356.25 sq ft)
This new 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom condo is located in the Flamingo Tower Development and offers amazing ocean views of the Pacific Ocean and stunning sunsets right from your balcony! From the main living area, large balcony, and master bedroom, one can see dramatic sunsets, exotic islands, and the waves crashing on as many as five beaches. These views will take your breath away! This condo’s kitchen comes equipped with a breakfast bar, stovetop with oven, dishwasher, granite countertops, and all of the amenities you need to enjoy your vacation.