Ocean views over Brasilito and Conchal, a bilingual K-12 school at the foot of the hill and neighbors who live here year-round. Mar Vista is one of the most livable addresses on the Gold Coast.
Mar Vista is a 900-acre gated community in the hills above Playa Flamingo, organized into four communities: Miramar Estates, La Jolla Estates, Dos Ríos de la Paz and Monte Vista Estates. What sets it apart is who lives here: roughly 75 to 80% of homeowners live in Mar Vista year-round. The community also has its own water supply, a major advantage in Guanacaste, along with paved roads and underground utilities.
The Mar Vista Club includes the Gracia restaurant, a large infinity pool with swim-up bar, lighted tennis and pickleball courts, a gym and a yoga studio with ocean views, trails and a children's playground. The La Paz bilingual K-12 school is at the foot of the community, Country Day School is about five minutes away, and the marina, beaches and shopping are about two minutes by car. Reserva Conchal's main gate is about five minutes away.
What's on the market
An ocean-view homesite of 640 m² in Dos Ríos has been listed at $299,000. Homes range from about $600,000 for a two-bedroom with guest casita to $3,099,000 for a six-bedroom estate. HOA fees are low, from roughly $70 to $330 per month depending on the section.
Mar Vista is for families and full-time residents who want views, schools and services close by, with low monthly costs.
Amenities of Mar Vista
- Gated community with 24/7 security
- Own water supply, paved roads and underground utilities
- Mar Vista Club with Gracia restaurant
- Infinity pool with swim-up bar
- Lighted tennis and pickleball courts
- Gym and ocean-view yoga studio
- Hiking and biking trails and children's playground
- La Paz bilingual K-12 school at the foot of the community
- Marina Flamingo, beaches and shopping: about 2 minutes by car
- Liberia International Airport (LIR): about 1 hour
Prices shown are recent asking prices from active and recent listings as of September 2026. They are provided as a reference and change frequently; contact me for current availability and pricing.