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Santa Ana

Modern Living in Costa Rica’s Central Valley

What Santa Ana Is Like

Santa Ana is an upscale, suburban residential and business market west of San José, known for modern condominiums, gated communities, corporate offices, shopping, and family-friendly living

Business and employment centers

Hospitals and universities

Extensive urban amenities

Properties for sale in Santa Ana

Live listings across Central Valley, updated daily

Santa Ana as an investment

Key investment figures for Santa Ana: our grade, typical entry price, time to sell and title type.

Our Grade
A
Typical Entry
$300–500K
Accessible tier
Time to Sell
High liquidity
Title
Fee simple

Market Maturity

Established — deep inventory, professional management
FrontierEmergingGrowthEstablishedMature

Market trends in Santa Ana

Cost Ranges of Real Estate in Santa Ana

Villa
$360K–$8.95M
Mid-tier condominiums
$179.9K–$1.78M
Development land
$200K–$715.6K
$0$2.5M$5M$7.5M$10M

Santa Ana Rental Occupancy Averages

Based on Airbnb data from the last two years

~
75
%
December to April
~
69
%
June to August
~
68
%
May, September and October

Who this market suits

    Appreciation investor
    Second home, personal use
    Family relocation

    Current Pricing Averages of Homes in Santa Ana

    PropertyBedroomsAverage price (USD)Interior
    Villa
    5
    5 bedrooms
    $2,975,000
    10,484 sqft (974 m²)
    Villa
    3
    3 bedrooms
    $699,000
    3,294 sqft (306 m²)
    Condominium
    2
    2 bedrooms
    $299,000
    4,349 sqft (404 m²)

    Pay Attention to Local Risk Factors

    Flooding

    Moderate surface-water flood hazard, especially in low-lying areas with poor drainage.

    Road access

    Peak-hour delays can affect commuting and accessibility.

    Climate and Infrastructure Quality of Santa Ana

    Climate
    Premontane valley
    Temperature
    62–78°F (17–26°C)
    Rainfall
    75 in/year (1,910 mm)
    Sunniest months
    Dec–Apr
    Humidity
    Moderate humidity; rainy afternoons May–Nov.
    Internet
    Excellent
    Healthcare Access
    Excellent
    International Schools
    Good Selection
    Closest School
    St Jude School
    Walkability
    Moderate
    Services and Retail
    Extensive
    Water Reliability
    Generally Reliable
    Nearest Airport
    San José (SJO)
    Distance from the Airport
    8 miles (13 km)
    Under 30 min
    Road Quality
    Mostly paved

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