Nicoya Peninsula Blue Zone
Living in Costa Rica's Blue Zone
The Nicoya Peninsula is one of only five Blue Zones on Earth — where people consistently live longer, healthier lives. Brasilito is in the heart of it.
5
Blue Zones worldwide
1
In Latin America (Nicoya)
100+
Centenarians per 100K
300+
Sunshine days/year
What does it mean to live in the Blue Zone?
The Nicoya Peninsula is one of the most studied longevity hotspots on Earth. Dan Buettner and National Geographic identified it as one of five Blue Zones — places where people consistently live to 100 and beyond, free of the chronic diseases that cut lives short elsewhere.
Brasilito sits within this peninsula. When you move here, you're not just buying a home — you're buying into a lifestyle that researchers believe extends and enriches life. The factors are well-documented: strong community bonds, a diet of fresh tropical produce and traditional foods, natural physical activity woven into daily life, and a deep sense of purpose.
Brasilito — the value play in the Blue Zone
Buyers priced out of Tamarindo and Flamingo are discovering Brasilito: same coastline, same Blue Zone designation, same climate — at 20–40% lower entry prices. This is the corridor where Arcadia Brasilito is under development.
For the dual-use buyer — someone who wants a vacation home that generates rental income while they're away and eventually becomes a primary residence — the Blue Zone story isn't just lifestyle. It's a long-term value proposition.
Blue Zone neighborhoods
Both Brasilito and Playa Conchal sit within the Nicoya Peninsula Blue Zone designation.
Featured Development
Live in the Blue Zone. Earn while you're away.
Arcadia Brasilito is the only pre-construction project in the Brasilito–Conchal corridor targeting the dual-use buyer. Phase 1 pricing starts at $525,000. Managed rental program included.
Pre-construction beachside condos — delivery Q4 2028
Price from
$525,000
Projected yield
9–12%
Phase
Phase 1
Delivery
Q4 2028
Blue Zone FAQ
What is a Blue Zone?
Blue Zones are regions identified by researcher Dan Buettner where people consistently live longer and healthier lives than average. The five Blue Zones are Sardinia (Italy), Okinawa (Japan), Loma Linda (California), Ikaria (Greece), and the Nicoya Peninsula (Costa Rica).
Is Brasilito really in the Blue Zone?
Yes. Brasilito is located on the Nicoya Peninsula, the only Blue Zone in Latin America. The entire peninsula carries the Blue Zone designation, making Brasilito one of the few places in the world where you can literally live in a Blue Zone.
What makes the Nicoya Peninsula a Blue Zone?
Researchers point to several factors: a strong sense of community ("plan de vida" — purpose), a diet rich in tropical fruits, beans, and corn tortillas, clean water with high calcium content, regular physical activity, and strong family ties. The Nicoya Peninsula has more centenarians per capita than almost anywhere on Earth.
Does living in the Blue Zone actually help you live longer?
The research suggests that lifestyle and environment matter enormously. While genetics play a role, Blue Zone residents share consistent behaviors — low stress, strong social connections, natural movement, plant-forward diets, and a sense of purpose — that researchers believe contribute to their longevity.