01 Economic and territorial context
Guanacaste is Costa Rica's premium tourist destination, with north Pacific beaches, dry climate, international resorts (Four Seasons Papagayo, Andaz Peninsula), and second international airport (Liberia). Predominantly USD real estate market.
02 Price ranges per m² in Guanacaste
Highly variable: premium beaches (Tamarindo, Nosara, Flamingo and Conchal) $500-$3,000/m², consolidated beaches (Sámara, Playas del Coco) $300-$1,000, interior (Liberia, Santa Cruz) $80-$300, rural areas (Nicoya, Bagaces) $30-$150.
03 Market dynamics
International tourism market (US, Canada, Europe expats). USD prices. High seasonality (dry season Dec-April). Premium beaches with fast absorption; interior with slow local market.
04 Specific risks to consider
Active seismic zone (Nicoya fault). ZMT risk (Law 6043) affects first 200m of beach: 50m inalienable + 150m concession. Water stress in dry season (some ASADAS with limitations).
05 Economic profile
Tourism (50%+ of provincial GDP), agriculture (sugarcane, rice, mango, melon), extensive livestock, artisanal fishing, tourism and residential real estate.