A different kind of advisor, for projects that are unlike any other

 

Some clients come with a clear brief: a villa in Tamarindo, an ocean-view lot in Guanacaste, a rental property to structure in Manuel Antonio. Others come with a broader question a need for asset diversification, a desire to anchor part of their capital in a country where taxes remain sensible, nature is protected and security is genuine.
 

Elegancia Luxury exists for both.

We are a boutique luxury real estate agency specializing in Costa Rica and Central America, built on a simple belief: a project of this scope deserves the counsel of a strategic advisor, not a sales pitch. Our trilingual team French, English and Spanish accompanies international clients at every stage of their transaction, from the first visit to the handover of keys, and well beyond when relocation requires it.

Discretion · Trust · Elegance

These three words are not marketing promises. They are operational standards that shape every decision we make.

Discretion

Discretion, because our clients do not wish their acquisitions to be exposed. Every file is handled with the confidentiality it deserves from initial search through to final signature.

Trust

Trust, because investing abroad requires an advisor who defends your interests before their own. We guide you with full transparency, including when that means advising against a property or slowing a decision down.

Elegance

Elegance, not in any decorative sense, but in the way we work: with rigor, precision and an unwavering focus on the quality of the solutions we put forward.

Why Costa Rica draws European investors and expatriates

Costa Rica holds a unique position in Latin America. It is one of the very few countries in the region with sustained political stability, a democracy consolidated over more than seven decades, and a legal framework granting foreign nationals the same property rights as Costa Rican citizens.

Its territorial tax system offers a structural advantage: only income generated on Costa Rican soil is subject to local taxation. For a European investor or resident with foreign-sourced income or capital, this represents a meaningful and legally sound advantage that few comparable destinations can match.

Add to this some of the most preserved coastline on the American continent, a cost of living well below that of major European cities, a quality healthcare network and a social stability that many emerging markets cannot guarantee. The picture that emerges explains why a growing number of European investors and families are choosing to anchor part of their wealth here.

The regions we cover Guanacaste (Tamarindo, Papagayo, Flamingo, Nosara), Manuel Antonio and the Nicoya Peninsula concentrate the most sought-after opportunities in the premium market, both in terms of location and rental yield potential.

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What we do, in practice

Elegancia Luxury covers the full spectrum of luxury real estate advisory in Costa Rica.

We guide clients through the acquisition of luxury villas, quality homes and ocean-view building lots presenting properties from our portfolio or actively searching for off-market opportunities that match your criteria precisely. Our goal is not to sell you what we have listed, but to find what genuinely fits your project.

We coordinate bespoke construction projects, from land identification through to on-site supervision, working with our network of architects, builders and legal specialists selected for their professionalism and experience in the high-end market.

For investors, we offer a premium rental management service that generates returns while ensuring rigorous remote oversight maintenance, guest coordination, monthly reporting to the standards international clients expect.

We also handle the full expatriation process: permanent residency, bank account opening, concierge services and relocation support, all coordinated with the specialized partners in our network.

Finally, our security audit service led by Benjamin, a former GIGN officer provides an expert evaluation of a property, residential neighborhood or development project against precise operational criteria. This is a service unavailable anywhere else in this market.

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The team behind your project

Benjamin

Founder of Elegancia Luxury,

Benjamin has built a career that few real estate advisors can claim. Holding a degree in construction and with seven years of hands-on building experience, he went on to join the French National Gendarmerie, where he served for several years within the GIGN elite unit. That training shaped his approach to risk analysis, complex problem-solving and decision-making under pressure — qualities he brings to every real estate transaction with precision, clarity and a 360-degree perspective.

Anne-Sophie

A dentist by training

Anne-Sophie brings the precision of a healthcare professional, an eye for detail, and the client sensitivity of an experienced international traveler. Her complementary approach is particularly valuable in family relocation projects and expatriation processes where warmth and attentiveness matter as much as expertise.

Jimmy

Real Estate Consultant, with a Design Background

Jimmy, based in Tamarindo, is the living memory of the Guanacaste coastal market. Fifteen years in design and telecommunications gave him an aesthetic sensibility and the ability to understand complex, multi-stage projects. His ground-level knowledge of the region its neighborhoods, access routes and seasonal dynamics is something no brochure can replace.

Frequently asked questions

Yes. The Costa Rican Constitution grants foreign nationals the same real estate rights as local citizens. A non-resident can acquire, hold and sell property with no nationality restrictions. The critical step is a thorough prior verification of the title deed a due diligence process we integrate systematically into every transaction we handle.

Costa Rica operates on a territorial tax principle: only income generated within Costa Rica is subject to local taxation. Foreign-sourced income — dividends, capital income, international pensions — falls outside the scope of local tax. This represents a structurally meaningful advantage for European investors and future residents. That said, the applicable bilateral tax treaties should be reviewed according to your country of origin and personal situation, in coordination with a qualified tax advisor.

From the initial agreement to the signature of the deed, allow approximately 60 to 120 days depending on the complexity of the legal file, the status of the title deed and the financing arrangements in place. We guide you through every step, from legal due diligence to coordination with the notary and banking partners.

That is precisely where we add the most value. Our role is not to accelerate your decision, but to give you the information, context and analysis to make a sound one. If this is not the right time, we will tell you.

Your project deserves a conversation.

Whether you are considering a purchase, a rental investment or a full relocation, an initial conversation allows us to understand your situation and assess together whether we are the right partner to accompany you in Costa Rica.

This conversation is confidential, commitment-free and at no cost.

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