Costa Rica: Guanacaste Property Values Perceived Up 400%

A study by Idespo-UNA indicates that Costa Ricans perceive a 400% increase in property values in Guanacaste's coastal areas, affecting both vacation and purchase prices. The perception is based on a survey, not hard transaction data, so the actual magnitude is uncertain. This signals potential overheating in a key tourism and real estate market, with implications for local affordability and investment flows.