Great Manuel Antonio Development Property in Manuel Antonio

Property overview

A 2,600 m² (approximately 0.64-acre) lot in Manuel Antonio with relatively flat topography and open zoning — meaning residential, commercial, or mixed-use development are all on the table — is genuinely hard to come by. Most land in this zone is either steeply terraced jungle hillside or encumbered by environmental restrictions. This parcel is neither.

The flat grade dramatically simplifies construction logistics. It reduces foundation complexity, lowers infrastructure costs, and maximizes the total buildable footprint in a landscape where most developers are working around difficult terrain. Open zoning adds flexibility that most Manuel Antonio properties cannot offer — the site can support a luxury private estate, a boutique eco-resort, a multi-unit condominium complex, or a commercial use with high-visibility potential.

The natural surroundings remain intact. Despite the usable topography, the property sits within Manuel Antonio's vibrant ecosystem — squirrel monkeys, sloths, and toucans are regular visitors. The proximity to Manuel Antonio National Park, the white-sand beaches, and the amenities of Marina Pez Vela in Quepos puts world-class recreation and services within minutes.

For a developer or owner-builder looking for a clean, usable site in one of Costa Rica's most in-demand coastal destinations, this lot offers the combination of flat land, flexible zoning, and prime location that rarely aligns in the Manuel Antonio market.

Listed by Jared Hanson, CENTURY 21 Tropical Breeze Realty. MLS# CR261150832.

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