Escazu Costa Rica is located on a hill about five miles west of the downtown San José area. Upscale suburbs offers shopping, finest dining, large real estate selection, best schools and a nice weather. Large expat population, many of the people you’ll run across here speak English well. Escazu is called the Beverly Hills of Costa Rica. Its name comes from the indigenous word “Izt-kat-zu,” which means “resting stone.”
In Escazu you’ll find one of the biggest shopping malls “Multiplaza” with variety of shops but also smaller shopping plazas (malls), great restaurants of all cuisines, cheap sodas – local typical restaurants, movie theaters, and selection of best private schools.
Escazu Real Estate Costa Rica 2021 market has it all. Condominiums, family homes in residential with private access, investment properties, options for retirees. Properties for sale and rent in Escazu include apartments, condos, independent homes, luxury real estate, villas and lots.
Escazu Costa Rica Real Estate prices?
Esaczu Costa Rica Real Estate is for everyone. Depending on size and standard you can find a property for as low as $100,000. A small townhouse of 3 bedroom in a gated community would start from $200,000. Gated communities and condominiums are particularly popular among expats and foreign homebuyers. Apartments will start at $100,000 depending on size and standard. Larger houses of 4 bedrooms + would go from $350,000 + and of course luxury properties that are being sold at few million dollars.
How far is Escazu Costa Rica from the airport?
Escazu is about 45 minutes from Juan Santamaria International Airport.
How far from Escazu is the beach?
One of the closest and nicer beaches is Playa Manta by Punta Leona Hotel for a few hours beach day. It takes approx 1.30-2 hours drive from Escazu.. Punta Leona is a hotel however there’s a beach called Playa Manta which you can access from the main road. They have a parking and showers and the beach is very nice. From there you can take walk on the beach to Playa Blanca with white sand and clear water. If you prefer a beach-town you can drive another 15-20 min further to Jacó. Sand on the beach will be darker, but you’ll have a town with restaurants and excursions if that’s what you’re looking for.
What school are in Escazu Costa Rica?
Santa Ana has many different school to choose from. Public and private ones. Here are some of the schools in Santa Ana Costa Rica:
What are local attractions in Escazu Costa Rica?
Escazu Costa Rica sports and entertainment:
- Costa Rica Country Club El Country is located right in the middle of San Rafael of Escazu offers: golf course, tennis courts, Bowling, Swimming pools, Racquetball courts, Gymnasium (spinning), Kids Crèche and many restaurants and bars
Multiplaza Shopping Mall – many stores and restaurants in here – plus a huge food court, grocery store and a movie theater. The upper floors seems to have the higher end stores. Stores from the US, Latin America and Europe.
- Avenida Escazu– exclusive neighborhood with upscale shops and restaurants, 3D m movie theater.
- Hiking in Escazu- Pico Blanco, the highest point in the Escazú Cordillera, which is a 4-5 hours hike back and forth.
Where to do grocery shopping in Escazu Costa Rica?
Escazu has many supermarkets. Pali, Mas x Menos, Automercado, Wallmart, organic store Greencenter, Sarreto, and also smaller “pulperias”.
Where to eat in Escazu Costa Rica?
Santa Ana and Escazu have one of the best restaurants. You’ll find here any cuisine you think of. Avenida Escazu and Plaza Tempo have few choice in one place. Go to Tripadvisor for some reviews