Thinking about buying real estate in Costa Rica? In this episode of The Morrison Report, Davelle Morrison sits down with Travis Comstock, a real estate agent with RE/MAX Oceanside living and working in the vibrant beach town of Jacó. Travis provides a candid 2025 market update, breaking down current condo prices, sales trends, and the unique investment opportunities available right now. He shares why Costa Rica—and Jacó in particular—is attracting North Americans looking for an affordable entry into paradise, especially those feeling priced out of markets in Florida and Arizona. In this interview, you’ll learn:
- Current Market Insights: Why the market has slowed globally, but higher-dollar transactions are still happening.
- Affordable Entry Points: How to find beachfront condos starting as low as $289,000 and why new developments are selling out fast.
- Investment Potential: The appreciation trends and how to use your property for rental income (via Airbnb) to offset costs.
- Condos vs. Houses: The pros and cons of each for vacation rentals and lifestyle investments.
- The Buying Process: How easy it is for foreigners to purchase, the role of attorneys, and the growing availability of financing options.
- Location Breakdown: Why Jacó is a unique market with a strong local economy and how it compares to other popular areas like Guanacaste and Manuel Antonio.
- Lifestyle Perks: The benefits of Costa Rica’s time zone, direct flights, and the incredible diversity of landscapes from beaches to volcanoes.
Whether you’re looking for a vacation home, a rental property, or a future retirement spot, this conversation is packed with the essential information you need to navigate the Costa Rican real estate market.
Connect with Travis Comstock:
- Phone/WhatsApp: +1 614-499-3911
- Email: travis@remax-ocr.com