Custom hillside and ocean-view homes built to last.
Building a custom home in Tamarindo or Playa Langosta generally costs between $1,950 and $3,600 per square meter ($180 to $335 per square foot). Hillside lots with ocean views require strong concrete retaining walls and solid foundations drilled into bedrock. We manage all engineering, city permits, and construction.

Varies from flat sandy soil in Langosta to steep rocky hills in Tamarindo. Hillside homes require concrete grade beams and retaining walls.
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Real photos of our crews, construction framing, and finished projects in Guanacaste.
Tamarindo & Playa Langosta Area
Tamarindo & Playa Langosta Area
Tamarindo & Playa Langosta AreaTransparent Pricing • CFIA Approved Benchmarks
Complete construction benchmarks including architectural blueprints, CFIA engineering approval, and turnkey construction.
| Finish Level | Cost per m² | Cost per sq. ft. | Materials & Specifications Included |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Build | $1950 / m² | ~$181 / sq ft | Reinforced concrete structure, quality metal roof, tile floors, inverter A/C, standard fixtures. |
| Custom Luxury | $2700 / m² | ~$251 / sq ft | Custom teak cabinetry, insulated radiant barrier walls, ocean-grade anti-corrosion roofing, private pool. |
| Ultra-Luxury / Solar | $3600 / m² | ~$334 / sq ft | Integrated solar battery micro-grid, whole-house rainwater harvesting & filtration, artisanal custom woodwork. |
* Actual costs depend on topography slope, soil bearing capacity, access roads, and client finish selections.
Bioclimatic Engineering • Weather & Ground Conditions
Varies from flat sandy soil in Langosta to steep rocky hills in Tamarindo. Hillside homes require concrete grade beams and retaining walls.
Municipal Compliance • CFIA & SETENA Permitting
Every building project must first be approved by the Costa Rican College of Engineers and Architects (CFIA) through their digital APC system. Once stamped by CFIA, our affiliated licensed project engineers submit the blueprints directly to the Municipalidad de Santa Cruz for final licensing, environmental review, and municipal tax payment.
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Frequently Asked Questions
We test the soil and rock first, then build concrete retaining walls and steel-reinforced posts anchored directly into solid ground.
Before you buy or build, we help verify your water meter letter from AyA or the local community water board (ASADA).