Welcome to Barrio Mercedes
Heartland of Atenas
- Dennis J. Easters
- Dennis@pldatenasrealty.com
- +506-8854-7721
Just minutes from downtown, Barrio Mercedes has long been considered the heartland of Atenas. Historically home to expansive farms, cattle ranches, and coffee plantations, the area retains much of that rural character today.
Thanks to its abundance of large parcels, Barrio Mercedes has become a favorite for both Costa Rican families and international residents seeking space and privacy. Where it meets San Isidro, the hub of coffee production in Atenas, roasting facilities fill the air with the warm aroma of freshly roasted beans during harvest season.
What You'll Find in Barrio Mercedes
Unlike other Atenas neighborhoods, Barrio Mercedes doesn’t feature gated communities. Instead, it’s dotted with private estates and family fincas tucked into hillsides and valleys, each designed for maximum privacy and connection to the land.
The newest development is El Sol, now underway at the end of a quiet, dead-end road. A joint project by Alonso Román, Henry Víquez, and Pablo Arias — all retired local attorneys and experienced real-estate professionals — El Sol is being designed to blend thoughtful planning with the natural beauty that defines Barrio Mercedes. The site is surrounded by lush forest, rivers, and sweeping views.
Details on lot sizes, number of homesites, and amenities are still being finalized as development progresses.
Why Choose Barrio Mercedes
This area appeals to buyers seeking authentic rural living just minutes from town. You’re surrounded by working farms and family properties that have been here for generations, giving the area a rooted, established feel that newer developments can’t replicate.
The abundance of large parcels means true privacy — properties of 2, 5, even 10+ acres where you can build exactly what you envision, plant extensive gardens, keep animals, or preserve the land in its natural state. There are no HOA restrictions, no architectural committees, and no gates.
The elevation (similar to central Atenas, around 2,500–3,000 feet) creates comfortable temperatures year-round with cooling mountain breezes. Properties here tend to offer excellent value compared to gated communities, especially for buyers prioritizing acreage over amenities.
From Barrio Mercedes, you're well-positioned:
- 5–10 minutes to downtown Atenas
- 30–35 minutes to Juan Santamaría International Airport
- 45 minutes to San José's hospitals, shopping, and dining, or Escazú's expat amenities
- 45–60 minutes to Pacific beaches at Jacó, Herradura, or Manuel Antonio
- 30–45 minutes to championship golf at Los Reyes, Cariari, and Valle del Sol
Contact Dennis J. Easters today to explore available properties in Barrio Mercedes
Dennis Easters
Real Estate Broker
+506-8854-7721
Dennis@pldatenasrealty.com