Santa Teresa
A fashionable surf town with the highest high-season occupancy on our list.
Getting there
3 hr+
Santa Teresa
Surf town
Weather
71–89°F
22–32°C
Closest school
11 min
What Santa Teresa Is Like
Santa Teresa is a surf town. People come here from all over the world, and the beaches are the main draw. Wellness is part of everyday life, with yoga studios and retreats spread through town, and the hotel scene leans toward small boutique properties. Luxury homes and villas are becoming a bigger part of the real estate market.
Renowned surf breaks
Dining and wellness options
Beach-oriented lifestyle
Properties for sale in Santa Teresa
Santa Teresa as an investment
Key investment figures for Santa Teresa: our grade, typical entry price, time to sell and title type.
Market Maturity
Appreciation in Santa Teresa
Typical annual appreciation
8–12% — high growth
Premium segments
beachfront + ocean view 10-15%
Source: IDX
Market trends
↘ Cooling
Market Slowdown
Sales pace slowing after several boom years
→ Steady
Rental Competition
Crowded boutique rental market is pressuring returns
→ Steady
Wellness Premium
Design- and wellness-led properties still command a premium
Cost Ranges of Real Estate in Santa Teresa
Santa Teresa Rental Occupancy Averages
Based on Airbnb data from the last two years
Who this market suits
Current Pricing Averages of Homes in Santa Teresa
Pay Attention to Local Risk Factors
Salt air and humidity can accelerate corrosion and wear on exterior finishes, metalwork, and mechanical equipment
Some local roads remain unpaved and can become rough, sandy, or difficult to navigate during the rainy season.
Climate and Infrastructure Quality of Santa Teresa
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