Volcano views, hot springs and farmland around La Fortuna. Strong inland value.
The Northern Plains represent Costa Rica's most diversified agricultural and ecotourism investment region, attracting a balanced mix of North American (40%), European (30%), and Costa Rican (30%) investors seeking productive land and authentic experiences.
The market features steady growth with increasing international recognition, properties typically selling within 6-12 months when properly priced, and strong appreciation potential as infrastructure improvements enhance connectivity to this agriculturally rich region.
Appreciation
Average annual appreciation of 4-8% over the past decade, with properties featuring thermal water sources, volcanic views, or strategic highway access outperforming at 7-10% in strong market periods.
Highlights
Popular property types
Every market we cover in the region
Region-wide ranges, USD
Average prices
Inland Homes
$150,000-$450,000
Development Land
$150,000-$450,000
Commercial Retail Space
$350,000-$1,500,000
Rental yield by property type
Long-term Residential Rentals
4-7%
Commercial Properties
7-10%
Grade B+ · Mature market
La Fortuna is best for nature-based hospitality, boutique lodging and retreats, and investors leveraging Arenal Volcano’s year-round tourism.
Time to sell
3-6 months
Occupancy high / low
61% / 38%
Good fit for
Live listings, updated daily
I was introduced to Richard via a friend (who was introduced to him via another friend). I can’t thank these friends enough. Just as they experienced, Richard was an incredible advisor (he’s not a realtor, but more an investment advisors who knows the market and potential returns well, he managed over $1B in luxury sales here) who educated me about the market and investment approaches, as much as he introduced me to various home and lot options. He was incredibly knowledgeable, supportive and responsive to any/all of my questions — and there were a LOT! — and never pushed any agenda on me other than my best interests.
Stephanie Bernstein
Investor
Free consultation
No obligation. No sales pressure.
Why choose Investing Costa Rica?
We protect your interests with thorough due diligence and compliant investment structures.
Independent financial expertise you can trust. We are dedicated investment advisors, not realtors.
Proven market expertise with over $1 billion in managed sales throughout Costa Rica.
Extensive portfolio of success with more than 100 completed investment projects.
Our strategic approach generates reliable yields that outperform many traditional investment vehicles.
We continuously monitor and adapt to changes in market opportunities, investment regulations and economic conditions.
