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Tamarindo, Playa Avellanas and Nosara pre-construction real estate in 2027 gives US and Canadian buyers 11 new developments to compare, from golf communities to jungle and surf-town homes. I verified each project below.
Most deposits run 10% to 30%, held in escrow, with staged payments tied to permits and building milestones. Who holds your money matters more than the brochure. New to buying here? Read how to buy property in Costa Rica as a foreigner.
This is part of the full guide to all 23 Guanacaste pre-construction developments. Below: a map, 11 project cards and a comparison table. Heading north? See pre-construction in Playas del Coco, Papagayo & Flamingo. Choosing a town? Compare Playa Lagarto vs Tamarindo and the best places to live in Costa Rica.
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Explore all 11 verified developments from Tamarindo to Nosara. Click any pin to see a photo, key project details and pricing. Pins are approximate project locations.
Tamarindo to Nosara: #13 to #23
These 11 projects are part of the full Guanacaste pre-construction map. Each card links to the same photos, prices and status as the table below.
#13 Hacienda Pinilla (Las Golondrinas)
under construction
Photo: haciendapinilla.com
📍 Location: Hacienda Pinilla | 🏢 Type: villas & lots | 🏠 Units: not disclosed
Price Range: price on request
4,500-acre beachfront gated community with equestrian center, 18-hole golf, and JW Marriott resort.
#14 Senderos Tamarindo
under construction
Photo: senderos-cr.com
📍 Location: Tamarindo | 🏢 Type: villas & lots | 🏠 Units: not disclosed
Price Range: price on request
Hillside modern luxury gated community offering panoramic views of Tamarindo Bay.
#15 Tamarindo Park
under construction
Photo: tamarindopark.com
📍 Location: Tamarindo | 🏢 Type: villas | 🏠 Units: not disclosed
Price Range: $2,000,000 – $3,495,000
Tropical modern eco-villas integrated into protected dry forest in central Tamarindo.
#16 Zapotal Golf & Beach Club
pre-construction
Photo: zapotalbeachclub.com
📍 Location: Punta Zapotal | 🏢 Type: villas & lots | 🏠 Units: not disclosed
Price Range: price on request
Private Discovery Land Company club with Tom Fazio 18-hole golf course and oceanfront estates.
#17 Become Nosara
under construction
Photo: realtor.com
📍 Location: Nosara (Esperanza) | 🏢 Type: condos | 🏠 Units: not disclosed
Price Range: $548,000 – $585,000
Modern eco-luxury apartments nestled in the jungle near Playa Guiones and Esperanza.
#18 Bellazo Community
under construction
Photo: realtor.com
📍 Location: Ostional / Nosara | 🏢 Type: villas & lots | 🏠 Units: not disclosed
Price Range: price on request
Eco-villas and ocean-view homesites in gated community in the hills of Ostional near Nosara.
#19 Rancho Villa Real
under construction
Photo: remax-oceansurf-cr.com
📍 Location: Villareal / Tamarindo | 🏢 Type: villas & lots | 🏠 Units: not disclosed
Price Range: $295,000 – $1,990,000
Gated country-style residential community 5 minutes from Tamarindo with clubhouse and pools.
#20 The Point at Avellanas
completed with resale
Photo: re.cr
📍 Location: Playa Avellanas | 🏢 Type: villas (condominium) | 🏠 Units: not disclosed
Price Range: Resales from about $350,000
Boutique villa condominium a short walk from Playa Avellanas, completed in 2024. Units come up as resales on the local MLS: Villa #1 (2 bed, 2 bath, furnished, community pool) was listed at $350,000 and has sold. Ask Joseph K. which villas are available now.
#21 San Juanillo Estates
pre-construction
Photo: realtor.com
📍 Location: San Juanillo | 🏢 Type: villas & lots | 🏠 Units: not disclosed
Price Range: $99,000 – $490,000
Ocean-view homesites and pre-construction homes in eco-gated community in San Juanillo.
#22 Valle Escondido Tamarindo
pre-construction
Photo: kraincostarica.com
📍 Location: Tamarindo | 🏢 Type: residential lots | 🏠 Units: not disclosed
Price Range: Lots from $49,000 – $135,000
Tamarindo’s newest gated lot community, about five minutes from Tamarindo Beach, with paved roads and 24-hour security. Available lots listed from $49,000 to $135,000 (290 to 683 m²), ready for your own build.
#23 Avemoana Residential Gated Development
pre-construction
Photo: realtor.com
📍 Location: Playa Avellanas | 🏢 Type: villas & lots | 🏠 Units: not disclosed
Price Range: $185,000 – $550,000
Gated residential development minutes from the Playa Avellanas surf break, with homesites and new modern homes.
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Tamarindo to Nosara: Comparison Table
| # | Development Name | Town / Zone | Property Type | Home Count | Price Range (USD) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #13 | Hacienda Pinilla (Las Golondrinas) | Hacienda Pinilla | villas & lots | not disclosed | price on request | under construction |
| #14 | Senderos Tamarindo | Tamarindo | villas & lots | not disclosed | price on request | under construction |
| #15 | Tamarindo Park | Tamarindo | villas | not disclosed | $2,000,000 – $3,495,000 | under construction |
| #16 | Zapotal Golf & Beach Club | Punta Zapotal | villas & lots | not disclosed | price on request | pre-construction |
| #17 | Become Nosara | Nosara (Esperanza) | condos | not disclosed | $548,000 – $585,000 | under construction |
| #18 | Bellazo Community | Ostional / Nosara | villas & lots | not disclosed | price on request | under construction |
| #19 | Rancho Villa Real | Villareal / Tamarindo | villas & lots | not disclosed | $295,000 – $1,990,000 | under construction |
| #20 | The Point at Avellanas | Playa Avellanas | villas (condominium) | not disclosed | Resales from about $350,000 | completed with resale |
| #21 | San Juanillo Estates | San Juanillo | villas & lots | not disclosed | $99,000 – $490,000 | pre-construction |
| #22 | Valle Escondido Tamarindo | Tamarindo | residential lots | not disclosed | Lots from $49,000 – $135,000 | pre-construction |
| #23 | Avemoana Residential Gated Development | Playa Avellanas | villas & lots | not disclosed | $185,000 – $550,000 | pre-construction |
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Joseph K., Broker brings over 21 years of active real estate experience (licensed since 2005) and hundreds of completed transactions across North America and Costa Rica. At Nosara Realty Group, Joseph represents US and Canadian buyers on pre-construction purchases, developer contracts and escrow.
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- Developer due diligence: track record, previous phases, financial backing and site infrastructure.
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- Permit checks: SETENA environmental approval, municipal water letters and concession validity before any non-refundable deposit.
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Pre-Construction FAQ (2027)
Can foreigners buy pre-construction property in Costa Rica?
Yes. Foreigners hold the same property rights as citizens for titled land. You can buy in your own name or through a Costa Rican corporation. See can Americans buy a villa in Costa Rica and the foreign buyer guide.
How are pre-construction deposits handled?
Most contracts ask for a 10% to 30% deposit, then staged payments tied to construction milestones. Reputable developments use regulated escrow. Not sure yours is protected? Get a free Costa Rica legal check.
What permits should a developer have before selling?
Look for SETENA environmental approval, municipal building permits and a certified water availability letter from AyA or the local ASADA. Buying a lot instead? See how much land costs in Costa Rica.
What are the ongoing costs after I buy?
Expect annual property tax and, in most communities, monthly HOA fees. They vary by project. Read Costa Rica property taxes and HOA fees. Looking at smaller new builds near Nosara? See Nosara Hill Villas and Nanku Village.
Are prices listed in US dollars?
Yes. Most international real estate deals in Guanacaste are priced, contracted and closed in US dollars. Back to the full guide: the Guanacaste map and all 23 developments.
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