01 Economic and territorial context
Puntarenas is the most extensive province (central and south Pacific coast). Combines mainstream tourism (Jacó, Manuel Antonio), emerging premium tourism (Dominical, Uvita, Ojochal), and fishing/port (Puntarenas city). Southern zone (Osa) with unique biodiversity and growing tourism development.
02 Price ranges per m² in Puntarenas
Jacó and Manuel Antonio $300-$1,500/m² oceanfront, Dominical and Uvita $200-$1,200 (rising), Ojochal and rural southern zone $50-$400, Puntarenas city $100-$400, Monteverde $200-$800 (eco-tourism niche).
03 Market dynamics
Jacó with high-turnover mass tourism. Manuel Antonio-Quepos premium mature market. Dominical-Uvita gentrification zone (highest growth 2024-2026). Osa (Puerto Jiménez, Pavones) eco-tourism niche gaining traction.
04 Specific risks to consider
Moderate seismic zone. High ZMT risk (extensive coastline). Occasional hurricanes in southern zone. Seasonal flooding Parrita and Quepos. Malaria and dengue in rural southern zone (impact on property decoration).
05 Economic profile
Tourism (resort + eco), sport and commercial fishing (Quepos), agriculture (oil palm southern zone, pineapple, banana), Caldera port, maritime transport.