Land and Lots for Sale in Cahuita, Costa Rica

Looking for land and lots for sale in Cahuita, Costa Rica? This growing Caribbean destination offers a unique opportunity to invest in one of the most naturally preserved and up-and-coming areas in the country.

Land and lots for sale in Cahuita, Costa Rica. It’s a Caribbean beach town that’s gradually becoming more popular, and prices are still lower than other coastal areas.

You can find everything from small residential lots to bigger development parcels. Most are near the beach or tucked in the jungle. Good for a vacation home, an eco-lodge, or a rental property if you’re thinking about income.

Whether you’re looking to build or just hold the land, the valuations make sense right now.

Cahuita Properties

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Off-grid sanctuary on 31 hectares just 25 mi...

$ 475,000
Where life stays under the radar at the end of the road, and the real luxury is space, pri ...
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Prime Cahuita Lot Walk to the Beach

$ 190,000
Elevated jungle lot, walk to beach, great frontage, prime Cahuita setting. This property s ...
6,547 m2details
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Tropical Garden Lot, 4-Minute Walk to the Se...

$ 96,000
A landscaped garden lot just a 4-minute walk from the beach, with ocean breezes and walkab ...
642 m2details
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Caribbean Verdant Acres

$ 95,000
Lot 1: Price US$95,000 | 1,9 ha (4,7 acres)Lot 2: Price US$114,000 | 2,28 ha (5,63 acres)L ...
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Flat Development Lot Near Cahuita Town &...

$ 80,000
Flat, build-ready lot near Cahuita, ideal for Airbnb cabins or rental units close to town. ...
995 m2details
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Titled Lots Near Cahuita

Starting at $ 40,000 Financing available
Affordable titled lots in Cahuita, minutes from the beach, with financing available. Locat ...
1,000 m2details
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Affordable lot close to Cahuita

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This is a small and beautiful, triangular shaped lot, that is completely flat and well mai ...
444 m2details
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Located 4km north of Cahuita

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Nestled in the heart of Costa Rica’s Caribbean coast, just 4 kilometers north of the vibra ...
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Why Buy Land in Cahuita?

Cahuita works if you want nature, space, and a property that might gain value. The basics:

  • Prices are still reasonable—you won’t find this near other Costa Rican beaches
  • Jungle and protected areas all around
  • Tourism in the region is picking up
  • You can build what you want: a cabin, rental units, eco-lodge
  • It’s early enough that land hasn’t gotten expensive yet

If you’re thinking of buying coastal property in Costa Rica, Cahuita makes sense before prices catch up to everywhere else.

Types of Land in Cahuita

Beachside Lots Close to the ocean. Popular for vacation homes and short-term rentals. These don’t come up often.

Jungle Lots Private, forested. Good if you want to build a primary residence or have a quiet retreat.

Development Land Larger parcels. You can fit multiple units, an eco-lodge, or a small development. Some sit on rivers or slopes.

Investment Lots Road access and utilities already there. Grab one and start building without waiting for infrastructure work.

Probably. It’s still an emerging market with lower prices than other Costa Rican beaches. As development picks up, values could go up.

Yes. Foreigners have the same rights as locals, with a few exceptions for certain properties right on the coast.

Starting around $30,000 for smaller pieces. Bigger or beachfront lots cost more.

Some, but not many. Beachside property moves fast when it hits the market.


No. Some have utilities nearby but not hooked up yet. Others need a well. Check before you buy.

Depends. Some lots are ready to go. Others need permits, utility work, or environmental approval first.

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