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Costa RicaCost-of-living score 66/100 (mixed); housing is the biggest component. Saturation is moderate: established expat pockets, most locals still local.
How renting works
- Expect income proof and often a local guarantor or larger deposit as a newcomer.
- "Unfurnished" can mean no kitchen or light fittings; ask exactly what's excluded.
- Understand notice periods and whether rent is regulated.
- Independent contract review for anything over a year.
Neighbourhood footageDrone tours of San José, Escazú, Tamarindo paired with price bands, so a budget matches a street.
Official & reference sources
Mid-range partners
Mid-range · partner listingFamily apartments & townhousesBilingual leasing agents covering San José and Escazú
Partner listings on this page are paid placements filtered by your tier. They never influence the Costa Rica liveability score, safety rating or warnings.
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