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Rebecca Rowntree - Luxury Realtor
Investors & Buyers Relocating to Costa Rica
Market Reports | Expert Negotiation

South Pacific Costa Rica is known for unspoiled natural beauty and for being the place in paradise where the mountains meet the sea. It is an area that is rapidly gaining popularity with people wanting to enjoy the Pura Vida Lifestyle. I am a passionate 3rd generation realtor, having caught the real estate bug from my Mother and Grandfather. As a Certified Costa Rica Realtor, I specialize in the sale and purchase of luxury properties in the Costa Ballena region. To this I bring my extensive sales, marketing and negotiating skills which were honed, in a high-level retail career, where I skillfully negotiated and delivered sales contracts worth tens-of-thousands to tens-of-millions. I am proud that my keynote traits; action, authenticity and accountability shine through in every relationship and transaction, as is proven through the feedback from my clients. I have personal experience purchasing land, construction of an income property and business development. I speak English and Spanish and enjoy sharing my local knowledge and showcasing listings that align with the criteria and budgets of incoming house hunters from around the globe, most notably European countries. For several years before moving to Costa Rica, I was longing for a high-quality slower pace of life, for my sanity and my health. My high-level career in corporations and commuting hours each day had beat me up for two-and-a-half decades. After a visit to Costa Rica in 2011 and touring the country extensively, I put the wheels in motion to relocate from Canada, and made the leap in 2014, selling and donating my lifetime of possessions, home and vehicles and moved full-time to Costa Rica, creating and embracing my fabulous new life! I chose Ojochal, in the south Pacific region of Costa Rica, referred to as Costa Ballena (whale coast), which is known for unspoiled natural beauty, where the mountains meet the sea, lesser populated and richly biodiverse, with a fantastic assortment of top-quality restaurants (I’m a foodie!). Here I bought land and built a boutique hotel which had been a dream since childhood. The hotel remains a steady investment for me, under management by a wonderful couple welcoming guests from around the globe, while I focus full-time on my primary passion of servicing my clients in real estate. I am not the only person fortunate to “have it all”, you can too. Contact me to discuss your dream of investing in or relocating to Costa Rica!

11/09/2026

There are ocean-view homes in Costa Rica. And then there are homes where you look one direction and see the Pacific… turn around and see the mountains… and watch the sun set over the ocean all year long.

This is Ojochateau. And the setting is extraordinary.

Perched above Ojochal in one of the area's most desirable gated communities, this 4-bedroom home was designed for someone who wants more than a beautiful house.

They want the Costa Rica life.

🌊 Sweeping 180° Pacific Ocean views
⛰️ Mountains rising behind you
🌅 Year-round sunsets
🌴 Privacy and protected green space
🏊 Private pool overlooking the view
🛏️ 4 bedrooms | 3.5 bathrooms
🏡 Turnkey and furnished
📍 Phase 9, Ojochal, Costa Rica
💰 $859,000 USD

And then there's Ojochal itself, a small tropical community tucked between the mountains and the Pacific, surrounded by wild beaches, jungle and some of the best dining on Costa Rica's Southern Pacific coast.

This isn't a sleek white-box modern home. It has character. Warmth. Hardwood. Spanish Colonial influence. And a setting that would be extraordinarily difficult to recreate.

So I'm looking for the person who watches this tour and thinks:

“THAT is what I pictured when I imagined owning a home in Costa Rica.”

If that's you, don't just save this video.

Comment 5531 for the full listing package or better yet DM the word CHAT to schedule your call with me about this property or to tell me what you're specifically looking for your lifestyle.

10/09/2026

Help me, help YOU!

Tell me your number.
$300K? $500K? $750K? $1M+?

Then tell me what you want that money to buy you in Costa Rica.

Because finding properties online is the easy part. What matters is knowing what’s actually worth pursuing.

I know what these properties originally listed for. I know which ones have reduced, and how many times. I know what comparable properties actually SOLD for.

I know the list-to-sale ratios.
I know what's been sitting.

And I know which properties I wouldn't chase at any price.

This data matters when it's your money on the table.

So if you're financially ready to buy and you want someone who will help you identify the opportunity, not just sell you a house...let's talk.

DM me your NUMBER + what you're looking for. Then I can share with you where we should start.

06/09/2026

🚨 AFFORDABILITY ALERT
$299,000 IN COSTA RICA 🇨🇷

If you’ve been watching Costa Rica real estate and thinking you’ve been priced out of the market… this one might change your mind.

🌿 Over ONE ACRE of lush tropical land
🌴 Incredible jungle privacy
🦥 Wildlife right outside your door
🏡 Your own home surrounded by nature
💰 Listed at just $299,000

Properties at this price point, with this much land, privacy and tropical beauty, are a special opportunity.

Whether you’re thinking about making the move, looking for a Costa Rica escape, or simply waiting for the right opportunity to get into the market, take a look at this one.

👇 Want the full listing, location and details? Comment 5528

Or DM me CHAT to schedule a call together.

04/09/2026

What if it’s not the house? What if it’s the place?

Sometimes we spend years trying to make a life fit, a different house, a renovation, a new neighborhood, when what we’re really craving is a completely different way of living.

More sunshine. More nature. More time outside. More adventure. More LIFE in your life.

What if that place was Costa Rica?

And over the years, I’ve helped so many people make their own version of that move, whether it’s a full-time relocation, a second home, or simply a place to escape to when they need it.

Maybe your next chapter isn’t waiting in another house. Maybe it’s waiting in another country.

Ready to explore what your Costa Rica chapter could look like?

Send me a DM or comment CHAT and let’s schedule a call. No pressure, just a conversation about what you’re imagining and whether Costa Rica might fit.

03/09/2026

Maybe Costa Rica isn't your plan for this year. Maybe it's next year. Maybe retirement is still three years away. Maybe you've been here before and something about it has stayed with you ever since.

Or maybe you've been quietly watching my videos and thinking… “Could I (or we) actually do this?”

Here's what I want you to know:
You do NOT have to be ready to buy a house before you talk to me. In fact, I would much rather get to know you while you're still figuring it out.

Tell me what you're dreaming about.
Tell me what's holding you back.
Tell me whether you're thinking full-time, part-time, retirement, investment, vacation home — or even just honestly, “Rebecca, I have absolutely no idea yet. I just can't stop thinking about Costa Rica.” 😂

That's enough. Because before we ever talk about which HOUSE is right for you, we need to figure out what kind of LIFE you're trying to create here.

And that's a conversation I'm very happy to have long before you're ready to buy.

👇 Want to introduce yourself? If Costa Rica has been on your mind, whether you're ready to buy now or you're just starting to wonder if this could actually be your life....send me a DM and tell me where you are in the journey. I’d love to hear from you!

If you'd rather skip straight to a conversation with me, DM the word CHAT to book a time on my calendar.

01/09/2026

🏡🏡🏡 count 'em, yes, all three are very recent closings. Different properties. Different clients. But they had one very important thing in common...the numbers made sense.

Two were homes I represented for the sellers. One was a home I helped my buyers purchase.

When I list a property, I don't simply ask a seller what they hope to get and go with that number. My favorite question for unrealistic sellers is "Would YOU pay that for this property?" If their answer is "no" well, there's our answer!

I prepare a detailed market analysis. I look at what has actually sold, what we're competing against, how long properties are taking to sell, and where the market is TODAY. Then we talk honestly about preparation, repairs, staging and, most importantly, pricing.

And when I'm representing a buyer, I do the same thing from the other side. Once we've found the property they want, I pull the comparable sales and market data so we can determine:
→ What is this property actually worth in today's market?
→ What should we offer?
→ Where can we reasonably expect the deal to land?
→ And at what point would we be overpaying?

These three August closings are a great example of why that matters. None of these properties required a price reduction.

The sellers weren't chasing the market downward for six months or a year.

And my buyers weren't throwing out an arbitrary offer and hoping for the best.

They made decisions based on DATA.

Because whether you're buying or selling Costa Rica real estate, the number that matters isn't the price someone wants.

It's the price the market can support.

And my job is to help you figure out exactly what that number is.

Thinking about selling—or wondering what a property you're considering buying is really worth? Reach out to me and I'll help you do the math, based purely on recent market data. It's the ONLY correct way to do it!

27/08/2026

Two families. Two homes in Uvita. And a vision that goes far beyond owning property in Costa Rica. 🇨🇷

For these families; one from the U.S. and one from the U.K. These homes are places to escape to, reconnect, slow down and spend time together in a part of the world they love.

But while they’re back home, the properties can go to work. Rental income can help offset ownership expenses, while the families continue building equity in an asset they can enjoy for years, and potentially pass down to their children one day.

That’s what I love about this kind of purchase. It isn’t simply “buying a vacation home.” It’s creating a place where birthdays will be celebrated. Holidays will be spent. Kids will grow up coming back to. Friends will visit. Memories will accumulate. And years from now, that same home could still be part of the family. Enjoy it now. Let it earn while you’re away. Leave something behind.

If you’ve ever wondered whether a Costa Rica property could make sense as both a family vacation home and a long-term investment, send me a DM.
I’ll show you what that can actually look like in Costa Rica.

25/08/2026

SOLD BEFORE THE PHOTOS WERE EVEN TAKEN. 🔥

In 6 days....for more money than competing realtors were going to list it. And, the listing hadn’t even officially even hit the market yet.

THANKS TO MY SELLER "JES" FOR YOUR TRUST IN ME!

So how did it sell?
Relationships — and knowing how to work them. My job isn’t to promise every seller a six-day sale. My job is to recognize opportunities when they exist, create them wherever I can, and work every angle until we find the right buyer.

The moment I took this listing, I knew there were other homes for sale inside the same gated community. Instead of waiting for the marketing to be ready, I started calling the agents representing those properties.

Who already had buyers coming into the neighborhood?
Who had showings scheduled?
Who might have a buyer that this home could be perfect for?

I found them. I got this property in front of them. And one of those relationships produced the buyer who put the home under contract just six days after I took the listing.

But there’s another part of this story that means even more to me.

This seller came to me through a referral from someone in my community. ❤️

I was competing for the listing — and ultimately sold the property for $16,000 MORE than other agents had suggested the seller should LIST it for! Yep!

That’s why choosing a listing agent isn't just about who takes the best photos or puts your home online.

It’s about strategy. Market knowledge. Relationships. Reputation. And knowing what to do with all four.

Sometimes the most important work happens before the For Sale sign even goes up.

Thinking about selling your property in Costa Rica? Before you decide what it’s worth, or who should represent it, let’s talk.

📩 Send me a DM and let’s start with a conversation.

23/08/2026

What if the life you've been dreaming about isn't waiting for retirement... but waiting for a decision?

After helping hundreds of buyers make the move to Costa Rica, I've noticed something almost everyone has in common.

They weren't running away from their old lives. They had successful careers. Great friends. Loving families.

They simply reached a point where they asked themselves: "If not now... when?"

Because none of us are guaranteed another decade of perfect health, endless energy, or the promise that "someday" will actually come.
Costa Rica isn't an escape.

It's a chance to spend more mornings outside, more time with the people you love, and more of your life actually living it.

Maybe your Costa Rica chapter is closer than you think?! Comment "GUIDE" and I'll send you my free Buyer's Guide to purchasing real estate in Costa Rica, so you can start exploring what's possible, even if your move is still a few years away.

And if this made you stop and think, save this reel. Five years from now, you'll either be glad you started planning... or you'll still be wondering what if?

21/08/2026

There are homes you live in... and then there are places that completely change how your days feel.

Imagine starting your morning with the sound of a flowing river instead of traffic. Coffee on the terrace while monkeys move through the trees.

Friends and family visiting without ever feeling like they're on top of each other. A home that can evolve with your life—whether that's hosting loved ones, working remotely, creating a wellness business, or simply enjoying the peace you've worked so hard to find.

This isn't about buying another house.

It's about choosing a lifestyle that's quieter, richer, and more connected to nature.

🌿 If you've been searching for a property that's as flexible as it is beautiful, this one deserves a closer look.

📩 Comment 5537 and I'll send you the full listing details, photos, pricing, and everything you need to know. If you're serious about buying in Costa Rica, comment GUIDE and I'll also send you my Buyer Guide.

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