A look at why North Americans are retiring to and investing in real estate in Costa Rica. Costa Rica is a retirement destination for North Americans looking to slow down, get away from political differences and live a simpler and more affordable lifestyle.

1. Costa Rica is in Central America between Nicaragua and Panama

2. It’s about the size of West Virginia

3. Costa Rica is less than a 2 ½ hour direct
flight from Miami.

4. Home to 5 million residents

5. It’s also home to 100,000 foreigners

6. Including more than 50,000 North Americans

7. Costa Rica has a Strong Economy
Yet the average Costa Rican earns less than $13,000 per year.

8. The US is Costa Rica’s largest trading partner.
Intel (the chip maker) is the largest employer.

9. Tourism is the #1 source of income
Over 2 million tourists come to visit each year
for Vacation, Eco-Tourism and Health Tourism

10. Tap water is safe to drink in Costa Rica

11. 27% of the country is protected land.

12. The country contains more than 100 types of
ferns, 1,000 orchards and 2000 kinds of trees.

13. Costa Rica is home to a dizzying array of fauna.
Toucans Tree Frogs
Blue Morpho Butterflies
More than 50 kinds of
Hummingbirds

14. Humpback Whales
Olive Ridley Turtles
Squirrel Monkeys
Sloths

15. 860 bird species reside in Costa Rica; More
than in the US and Canada combined.

16. Arenal Volcano
South Pacific Coast Beach
La Paz Waterfall
Costa Rica is loaded with
Natural Wonders
Diving off Cocos Island

17. San Jose National Theater
Cartago Cathedral Casinos
And man-made ones

18. A myriad of activities are available;
for adventurers…

19. And for those of us who prefer to relax.

20. The temperature in the southern Pacific
averages 81˚ year round.

21. “Green Season”, the local’s favorite, is from
May until November. The mornings are
sunny and late afternoon showers are typical.

22. Costa Rica is a Democracy guaranteeing rights for residents and
foreigners alike. Freedom of speech, press and assembly are
exercised daily. They are the oldest democracy in Central America.
The government consists of three branches:
Executive: Costa Rica’s President, Rodrigo Chaves
Legislature: 57 elected officials responsible for laws and taxes (47%
are women).
Judicial: 22 Supreme Court magistrates.

23. Costa Rica, a peaceful country, neutral for
200 years, was the first country in the world
to constitutionally abolish its army.

24. Focusing spending on Education (boasting a 96% literacy rate)
spending instead on
education
Costa Rica is proud
of a 96% literacy
rate among its
citizens; among the
highest in Latin
America
and…

25. Cost of an outpatient visit in Costa Rica is approximately $37;
in the US it’s approaching $500
Costa Rica is a well known Health Tourism Destination

26. Cost of a hospital stay in Costa Rica is approximately $152;
in the US it’s nearly $4,000

27. The pace of life
is slower.
Perhaps that’s why
Costa Ricans have a
longer life span than
those in the US.
US life expectancy
has fallen in the
past 2 years during
Covid, to 76 years,
while Costa Rica’s
is 81

28. Fresh, pesticide free produce and meats
are abundant and inexpensive.

29. Surprisingly;
world class,
gourmet
restaurants
abound in
Costa Rica
and within our
community.

30. Foreigners have the same right to property
ownership as Costa Ricans do.

31. Property ownership is Fee Simple with Title

32. Taxes are very low; approx. $2.45 per $1000 in value
A home valued at $300k owes only $735 per year!

33. Home insurance is approximately $587
yearly for a home worth $200,000.

34. Costa Rica is situated below
the hurricane belt

35. What are you doing to protect your retirement? How
well will you be able to afford to live?

36. Our community is located on the southern
Pacific coast of Costa Rica.

37. Easily accessible via a paved highway from
San Jose, or a short commuter flight.

38. We have a newer 88 bed hospital nearby.

39. Our tranquil public beaches include Playa
Torguga, Ventana, Piñuela and Bellena.

40. We offer Ocean and Mountain view home
sites. Prices start at only $29,000.

41. All of our home sites come complete with
roads, water and electricity on the lot.

42. Our properties are deeded and fee simple
and we offer full financing on home sites.

43. We will build your custom luxury home for only
$135 per square foot.

44. We offer some amazing ocean and mountain view home sites.

46. Completely Custom Luxury Homes at $135 per square foot

48. In an area that is amazingly beautiful.

49. You may also choose to build your own
home, hire any builder of your choice, or opt
to simply hold the land as an investment.

50. We are very talented in our building skills,
come see for yourself.

51. Some of the homes we’ve built

52. Established over 20 years ago. We are the largest
builder of custom homes in Costa Rica.

53. Build YOUR dream home, not OURs

54. Hand crafted
woodwork is
included

55. Solid wood custom cabinets, windows and doors
are included in every house we build.

57. Spectacular Ocean and Mountain Views

58. We also offer full rental management
services allowing you to earn income while
your property appreciates.

59. Our community offers numerous restaurants,
grocery stores, a new hospital, hotels,
schools and shopping opportunities.

60. The pace of life is more enjoyable here.

61. Ticos (Costa Ricans), Americans, Canadians, French,
Dutch, German, Students, Retirees, Professionals,
Farmers, Entrepreneurs, Artists, Bakers, Families….
The people of our community include…

62. Ask about our guest house visit. See for yourself why
we’ve chosen Costa Rica as our home.

63. Join us on a Four day Discovery Tour. The cost is
$350 per person and is pretty much all inclusive.
We give you $1000 travel credit if you buy.

64. •Home Sites start at only $29,000
•No time limits to build
•Full financing
•Deeded, fee simple
•Discount for cash

65. We offer a variety of ways to visit our projects.
Visit our website at www.PacificLots.com

66. Come swim in our pool, hear the birds, breathe our
clean air, taste the fresh fruits and vegetables.

67. Find out why so many North Americans are moving to Costa Rica.

68. Come visit our guest house, tour our properties, admire
our luxury homes, imagine yourself living here.

69. For More information on our Discovery tours, our newsletter or periodic updates
via email about Costa Rica, contact us at steve@PacificLots.com.
We offer a variety of tours but the favorite is our 4 day Discovery Tour.
These tours cost $350 per person and are nearly “all inclusive”.
We pick you up at the airport in San Jose when you arrive and drop you there
at the end of the tour. We house you and feed you throughout the trip.
It is a real estate tour and we will be visiting our property, touring homes and
viewing available home sites for sale. There is no sales presentation…
We cater to your dietary requirements during the visit.
For more information on visiting us, see www.PacificLots.com/visit.
Don’t wait until the best properties are all gone.