20948 –Lot For Sale, 1.4 Hectare In El Cacao, Alajuela

Los Mangos Lot

14,698 m² Lot in El Cacao de Alajuela – Great Residential and Recreational Potential
For sale: a spacious 14,698 m² property located in the peaceful area of El Cacao de Alajuela, just 5 minutes by car from the old road to Puntarenas, near the Cacao–Tacares junction. This land offers an excellent combination of buildable area and natural green spaces, ideal for residential development with added value or wellness and recreation projects.

Land Distribution:
• Buildable flat area: Approximately 8,100 m² of nearly flat terrain, with high construction value.
• Natural sloped area leading to the river: The remaining 6,598 m² slope gently down to the riverbank, ending in a natural open area. This part is not included in the price valuation but has significant landscape and recreational potential, perfect for integrating nature trails, viewpoints, meditation areas, or green spaces into any project.

The property features mature native trees and a serene natural environment. Additionally, it includes several fruit trees such as mango, lemon, mandarin, and orange, planted throughout the land.

Enjoy beautiful views of the Poás Volcano right from the property.

Permitted Land Uses
1. High-Density Residential Subzone
• Maximum density:
o 32 homes per hectare (1 level)
o 64 homes per hectare (2 levels)
• Permitted uses: Housing developments, residential complexes, condominiums, and complementary services such as:
o Small shops: grocery stores, pharmacies, butcheries, bookstores, etc.
o Services: offices, daycare, salons, barbershops, etc.
o Recreational and cultural areas: green zones, educational institutions, places of worship
• Requirements:
o Max coverage: 60%
o Setbacks: Front 5m / Rear 3m / No lateral required
o Height: Up to 2 levels
o Minimum lot size: 200 m²
o Minimum frontage: 10 meters

2. Protected Area (Sloped section to the river)
• Primary use: Forestry, tourism, education, cultural, and recreational purposes.
• Permitted uses:
o Trails, viewpoints, recreational and cultural centers, eco-tourism projects
o Single-family homes (up to 5 per hectare, 1 level)
o Hotels, restaurants, museums, butterfly gardens, zoos, research and educational centers
• Requirements:
o Max coverage: 10% (12.5% for restaurants/viewpoints)
o Max height: 2 levels (7 meters)
o Setbacks: Front 25m / Rear 20m / Sides 10m
o Minimum lot for subdivision: 50,000 m² (3,000 m² for restaurants/viewpoints)

Ideal for investors or developers seeking a versatile property with excellent location, favorable topography, and strong potential for residential development enriched by natural surroundings and recreational spaces.

Contact us today for more information or to schedule a visit to this hidden gem in El Cacao de Alajuela.