TEST LISTING — Different Community Dynamic Test

Community-linked test home in a different OGD location with independent infrastructure and forest views
$315,000 Available Owner financing Price shown in USD
1 Bedrooms
1 Bathrooms
82 m² Built area
2,400 m² Lot size
0.24 ha Lot hectares
2019 Year built
Basic internet Inside Collectivo Tacotal Guest income potential Hybrid power setup Potable water

About this property

This fictional property tests how the single property template behaves when a listing belongs to a different community hub and a different location.

The listing includes alternate legal, infrastructure, community, and buyer-fit values so you can verify that hero, sidebar, features, seller/community cards, and stay-before-buying sections are all dynamic.

Location & access

Nearest town
Piedras Blancas
Road access
Dirt road — all weather
Travel time from nearest major hub
3 hours+
Property location
Piedras Blancas, Puntarenas, Costa Rica

Legal & title

Title / ownership type
Titled — fee simple
Folio / cadastral reference
TEST-COMMUNITY-FOLIO-001
Survey / boundary plan
Yes
Zoning / permitted use
Mixed use
Legal access
Yes
Water rights / access
Yes
Building permits
Fully permitted
Flood / natural hazard notes
Low risk
Annual property tax / local rates
Approx. $480/year — test value.
Legal notes and confirmation points
  • Documented access shown for template testing. Buyer should verify access, easements, and shared-road obligations.
  • Permits shown as fully permitted for this test scenario.
  • Confirm title, survey, access, community obligations, and permitted use before purchase.
  • Minor roof and deck maintenance may be needed seasonally.
OGD does not verify legal documents. Buyers should conduct independent due diligence with a qualified local attorney before purchasing.

Fees, maintenance & shared infrastructure

HOA / community fees
Community fees may apply. Confirm current amount before purchase.
Maintenance responsibilities
Buyer responsible for home maintenance, access path, drainage, and shared infrastructure obligations.
Shared infrastructure obligations
Possible shared water, trail, and road obligations depending on community rules.
Community notes
This test listing is linked to Collectivo Tacotal. Buyer should confirm community rules, access, fees, shared infrastructure, and owner obligations.

Property dimensions & development

Construction type
Timber and concrete eco-home with covered terrace
Development phase
Fully developed
Lot size hectares
0.24 ha

Off-grid systems & utilities

Off-grid independence
Hybrid (off-grid + backup grid)
Power reliability
Occasional outages
Solar / power system details
Hybrid solar backup with batteries for essential loads.
Power notes
Designed for low-energy living with backup power for outages.
Water notes
Community water source with storage tank.
Potable water
Yes
Waste / septic / greywater
Septic and greywater garden area.
Internet reliability
Basic / suitable for light use
Cell signal
Varies by carrier

Features

Utilities
Battery storage Hybrid power system Septic system Solar power Water storage tanks Wi-Fi
Land & Access
4x4 access Creek access Forested land Road access
Views & Natural Setting
Fruit trees Jungle views Private setting Wildlife-rich area
Sustainable & Eco Features
Eco-friendly design Greywater system Native landscaping Natural ventilation
Structures & Improvements
Covered terrace Full kitchen Outdoor shower Parking

Buyer fit, seller & community

Best suited for

Buyers who want a small community-linked eco-home, forest setting, and a simpler rural lifestyle.

Not ideal for

Buyers who need city convenience, paved access, or a fully conventional suburban property.

Income potential

Possible, not proven

Seller story

This fictional listing tests how OGD handles a property attached to a different community hub.

Seller / listing contact
Matt New
Matt New
Living off-grid since 2012 with my wife Amy and dog MJ in the jungles of Costa Rica. Co-creater of the award winning Fusion Home.
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Community
Collectivo Tacotal
One of Costa Rica's oldest intentional communities — 60 acres of forest and farmland along the Rio Machuca, collectively owned since 2007 and run entirely by consensus. Smaller, quieter, and less structured than its neighbours…
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This test listing is linked to Collectivo Tacotal. Buyer should confirm community rules, access, fees, shared infrastructure, and owner obligations.

Location

Get directions to Piedras Blancas, Puntarenas, Costa Rica

Stay in Collectivo Tacotal before you buy

OGD currently has 4 stays listed in this community. Spending a few nights here can help you understand access, lifestyle, infrastructure, neighbours, and day-to-day fit before making a serious purchase decision.
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