Living in Costa Rica

Videos and resources that may be helpful for those living in Costa Rica or those that hope to live in Costa Rica one day.

Virtual Costa Rica Bike Tour- Uvita & Bahia

We take a virtual Tour by bicycle of Costa Rican town of Uvita and Bahia. We travel down to the entrance to the national park, check out a new park being built for the community and see what changes since out last ride.

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16 reasons why people leave Costa Rica

Costa Rica is often called a paradise, but what happens when the “Pura Vida” dream runs out? Thousands of expats move here every year, yet a significant number pack up and return home. This video dives into the unvarnished reality of living in the tropics, revealing the top reasons people are leaving.

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🇨🇷🚗☕Costa Ricans in Cars getting coffee- Ep#-1 Isaac González- real estate & entrepreneur

Welcome to Costa Ricans in Cars getting coffee, the interview show where we get to learn about the lives of Ticos and their perspectives on life. Today we are with entrepreneur and real estate agent Isaac González from Ojochal. We talk about everything from real estate business to the gym, his future plans. Every episode I also ask “cinco preguntas”[Read More…]

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Costaricans in cars getting coffee

Costaricans in Cars getting coffee

Costaricans in Cars getting coffee is out video series exploring the lives of Costaricans with honest conversations about everything from day to day life to philosophy and more. Coming soon to Costa Rica Story.

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1 bedroom furnished apartment , which is a separate annex to a larger home located in the hills overlooking Uvita town, with ocean and jungle views is available for long term rent (6 months minimum). The house comes with a separate entrance, designated covered parking, a separate private garden for renter’s sole use, and shared laundry facilities.  The bedroom and living room/kitchenette (both air conditioned) share a balcony with beautiful ocean views.  Pets are considered on a case-by-case basis requiring an additional pet deposit.  Not an easy walk to Uvita town, therefore a 4×4 or access to taxi service is necessary. 

This rental is perfect if you enjoy nature, peace and quiet, with s short drive to restaurants and the beach. 

Utilities and internet are included in the rent;

however electricity usage exceeding 30 mil($60) monthly must be paid by the tenant. 

Included Wifi and water

Trash pick up service NOT included, but you can drop trash off in the community bin down the road.

$950 per month with a $950 deposit.
1 bedroom furnished apartment , which is a separate annex to a larger home located in the hills overlooking Uvita town, with ocean and jungle views is available for long term rent (6 months minimum). The house comes with a separate entrance, designated covered parking, a separate private garden for renter’s sole use, and shared laundry facilities. The bedroom and living room/kitchenette (both air conditioned) share a balcony with beautiful ocean views. Pets are considered on a case-by-case basis requiring an additional pet deposit. Not an easy walk to Uvita town, therefore a 4×4 or access to taxi service is necessary. This rental is perfect if you enjoy nature, peace and quiet, with s short drive to restaurants and the beach. Utilities and internet are included in the rent; however electricity usage exceeding 30 mil($60) monthly must be paid by the tenant. Included Wifi and water Trash pick up service NOT included, but you can drop trash off in the community bin down the road. $950 per month with a $950 deposit.
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