01 Economic and territorial context
Limón is the Caribbean province with unique cultural identity (Afro-Caribbean, Bribri, Cabécar). Its real estate market is smaller than Pacific but growing, especially in southern tourism zones (Puerto Viejo, Cahuita) and port logistics (APM Terminals Moín).
02 Price ranges per m² in Limón
Puerto Viejo and Cahuita $200-$800/m² (tourism), Limón city $100-$300, Guápiles and Siquirres $80-$250, Pococí and rural Talamanca $30-$150.
03 Market dynamics
Caribbean tourism in Puerto Viejo-Cahuita with mainly European expats. Guápiles-Siquirres with logistics and agroindustry market. Moín with high industrial value due to APM port expansion. Indigenous territories (Bribri, Cabécar) inalienable to non-indigenous.
04 Specific risks to consider
High annual rainfall (3,000+ mm). Severe seasonal flooding in Matina, La Estrella Valley, Sixaola. Moderate seismic zone. Indigenous territories with total legal titling restriction.
05 Economic profile
Moín port (international commerce), agriculture (banana, pineapple, cocoa), Caribbean tourism, artisanal fishing, cattle ranching in highlands.