The calm, glistening waters of the South Pacific coast of Costa Rica are just one of the many glorious features that make South Pacific real estate so desirable. Whether you are looking for a retirement or investment property in a luxurious tropical environment, or simply choosing where to purchase your vacation home, you are sure to discover a virtual paradise awaiting you in Costa Rica. As you peruse the listings among South Pacific real estate, you'll find a fabulous selection of condos and private estates as well as luxurious penthouse apartments and quaint bungalows set on the beach. Costa Rica property is popular not only for its stunning beauty and convenient access, but also for its affordability. For example, prices in this region start at $80,000 and go up into the millions for secluded Mediterranean style mansions tucked along the water's edge.

Just south of Jaco Beach is Hermosa, another hot Costa Rica spot known as a surfer's paradise. When you combine ideal year-round weather with perfectly crashing waves and crystal-clear waters, you've got the supreme destination for dilettante surfers as well as the pros. If you're looking for a vacation home on the South Pacific real estate market and you want something located in a casual, recreational atmosphere, then Hermosa real estate is definitely the top pick for you. A grey sand beach, cradled in lush tropical forests and volcanic rock, Hermosa is rarely crowded and features warm water temperatures year-round. Swimming, scuba-diving and snorkeling are popular aquatic activities in beautiful Hermosa. Additionally, you can rent windsurfing equipment, jet skis, canoes, water bikes, kayaks and more, right on the beach. For a truly unique experience, book an excursion to explore Hermosa's nearby mangrove swamp.

If you are searching for a luxurious coastal home set along the water's edge, you deserve to take a look at Uvita real estate. As you explore all that Uvita real estate has to offer, you'll soon discover an abundance of variety in the listings. Uvita offers everything from homes hidden in the jungles of the largest stretch of tropical rainforest remaining, to homes featuring stunning ocean vistas, Uvita real estate is ideal for nature lovers of all ages. Not only is Uvita stunningly beautiful, but it's also a vast stretch of beach that is rarely crowded. In fact, it's not uncommon to walk along Uvita Beach for many minutes before encountering another person.

The decision to purchase South Pacific real estate means you'll be in close proximity to Ballena National Park, which borders Uvita. Expansive beaches, lush mangrove swamps, brown pelicans and a variety of birds are just a few of the things that await you in Ballena National Park. Ballena is the Spanish word for "whale," and a number of species of whales have been seen in or near the park. Additionally, it's not uncommon to see spinner dolphins in the park as well. When you visit Ballena, you may choose to scuba dive or simply relax on the beach.

South Pacific real estate also offers properties tucked away in the wilderness of the beautiful Drake Bay area. Drake Bay real estate is located in a community renowned for its pristine beaches, lush forests, diverse marine life, incredible underwater scenery and untouched wilderness, waiting to be explored. You can find homes here that blend seamlessly into colorful surroundings, and many homes for sale luxurious features as well as the latest amenities. Drake Bay features a water temperature of approximately 75 degrees year-round, which creates ideal swimming conditions every month of the year. The number of birds to be found at Drake Bay is truly stunning and recreational activities are just as plentiful. Drake Bay offers fishing, scuba diving, snorkeling, hiking, sunbathing, beachcombing and sea kayaking, among other sports.

The United Brand Banana Company originally founded Golfito, which soon became an important port and trade center. When the banana company pulled out in 1985, industry waned until Golfito began to gain popularity as an eco-tourism spot. Yachting and camping are popular activities here, and the stunning beaches attract curious travelers. Tropical lodges hidden amongst the beauty and tranquility of the lush rainforest can be found among Golfito real estate listings.

If you're looking to escape the ordinary, consider the village of Jimenez, where you'll find a calm and relaxed pace to set you at ease. Many people choose Jimenez real estate for its privacy and tropical simplicity, making it a wonderful location for a second home or vacation property. Jimenez is truly a remote location, but in exchange for your solitude, you'll discover a truly pristine natural environment.

Just imagine the serenity of ocean sounds and the intriguing sights and echoes of the tropical rainforest that makes up the landscape through out the South Pacific region of Costa Rica. To find the perfect property that encompasses everything you want and need in your new home, talk to local Realtors to ensure that the home and community you finally choose is an ideal fit. When you choose to find your South Pacific real estate through a licensed Realtor you can rest assured that the decision you make is well-informed.

To learn more about the properties available on the South Pacific real estate market and the homes you'll find in Hermosa, Uvita, Ballena, Touga, Drake Bay, Golfito, and Jimenez, contact the local real estate experts. A South Pacific Realtor is your key to the new home, vacation property, second home or retirement property you've been dreaming of.

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