Property in Spain by the sea

A property in Spain by the sea, is a dream come true for many Spanish and foreign buyers. The coast of Spain, in on the Mediterranean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean, and it extends for 5000 km. On the Mediterranean coast there are four autonomous communities in Spain: Andalusia, Murcia, Valencia and Catalonia. These are the most popular tourist areas of Spain, with its magnificent beaches and its developed tourist infrastructure.

On the other hand, the Costa del Maresme, the Costa Dorada, the Costa Brava, the Costa del Sol, and the Costa Blanca: they are the most famous tourist areas of the Mediterranean coast of Spain. These coastal areas attract not only tourists, but also those who choose Spain to live, as well as those who wish to invest their capital in Spain’s real estate sector and receive benefits.
The prices of spanish properties near the sea are increasing every year. The economy, which continues to recover after the crisis, along with the demand of homebuyers, (including foreigners), are stimulating the construction sector. New modern residential complexes are being built all over the coast, and the homes of these residential complexes are still being purchased at the project stage.

One of the most popular destinations is the Costa Blanca. This is the coastal area of ​​the province of Alicante, located in the south of the Valencian Community. This area attracts foreigners and Spaniards living in the interior, with a combination of several important factors: beautiful beaches, clean air, a well-developed infrastructure, and fairly low housing prices. This is the perfect place to purchase a property in Spain by the sea. The Costa Blanca attracts both those looking for cheap homes on the coast of Spain, and those who are interested in luxury homes on the beach. Homes on the Costa Blanca are cheaper than, for example, in Barcelona or Marbella.

For investors who want to buy a house by the sea in Spain, with the intention of renting it, the Costa Blanca offers many interesting options in terms of price and profitability. Economic studios and tourist apartments near the sea, have a constant demand among tenants, and represent an excellent investment option. In cities like Torrevieja, Benidorm and Alicante, accommodations of this type are easily rented for almost the entire year. Also, in high season, the demand is so high that tourists have to book accommodation well in advance.

In Alicante, Torrevieja, Guardamar del Segura, as well as in the coastal district of Orihuela Costa, it is worth looking for a house by the sea to live permanently. The prices here are moderate, and the offer of homes located near the sea, or a short distance from the coast, is quite wide. For example, in Torrevieja there are a lot of economic studios for sale, located just a few hundred meters from the beaches. With a budget of € 35,000 – € 45,000, a new build studio can be purchased. With a budget of € 60,000 – € 80,000, you can already think about buying an apartment by the sea in Spain, although, of course, a second-hand one.

The main cities of the Costa Blanca are: Alicante, Torrevieja, Benidorm, Villajoyosa, Calpe, and Guardamar del Segura. The municipalities that make up the Orihuela Costa region also attract a lot of attention: Punta Prima, Cabo Roig, Campoamor, Playa Flamenca, La Zenia. We will tell you more about them.

Sea view property in Alicante

Alicante is an ideal place for those who want to buy a cheap home, on the coast of Spain. The average price of housing in Alicante is only € 1,413 per m2. In the areas of the beaches of Albufereta and San Juan, you will find a large selection of new build homes of excellent quality. In general, the offer of homes in Alicante is very wide: studios, apartments, penthouses, duplexes, townhouses, houses, villas, all this you will find in the real estate market of the sunny and hospitable city of Alicante.

Read our article about the beaches of Alicante.

Sea view properties in Torrevieja

Torrevieja is the most famous place on the Costa Blanca, among those looking for low-cost homes by the sea in Spain (the average price is € 1369 per square meter). This city is especially popular among Russians, so it has received the title of “the Russian capital of the Costa Blanca”. The sea in Torrevieja is literally everywhere! This means that, no matter what housing you choose in this city, the beaches will always be within walking distance. The privileged location of this city, in combination with the affordable prices of the real estate market, make this place a real find for those looking for homes by the sea in Spain, but in turn have a limited budget. The real estate market of Torrevieja, offers houses and apartments for all tastes and budgets. Here you can find economic studios, practical bungalows and duplexes, luxury villas and penthouses, etc.

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Sea view property in Benidorm

Benidorm, recognized as the tourist capital of the Costa Blanca, is perfect for those who want to live near the sea and have everything needed for a tourist life: beautiful beaches, numerous restaurants, bars, clubs, discos and other entertainment. In Benidorm you will find a large selection of apartments, flats, houses, villas, bungalows, townhouses and penthouses.
In the area of ​​Levante beach, the most lively area of ​​Benidorm, you can find relatively affordable homes. However, generally, housing here is expensive (an average of € 3111 per square meter). In the Poniente beach area, life is quieter and prices are slightly lower, an average of € 2,479 per m2. There are many new build homes of excellent quality, and this area is totally recommended to buy homes by the sea in Spain, in order to reside permanently.
If you are looking for a house by the sea in Spain, cheap and near Benidorm, take a look at the city of Villajoyosa. This beautiful city is located on the coast, has marvellous beaches and the price of housing is lower than in Benidorm (an average of € 1,571 per square meter). Here, the real estate market is mainly represented by flats and houses perfectly suitable to reside permanently.

Read our Benidorm entertainment guide.

Sea view home in Calpe

Calpe is an incredible coastal city, located in a privileged place between the sea and the mountains. Calpe offers a large selection of apartments, bungalows, houses, and villas. The city is actively being built: the new build properties next to the sea in Calpe, are ideal for family living. The average price of housing in Calpe is € 2023 per m2. The prices of homes by the sea in Calpe are higher than in Torrevieja or Alicante, however, it is worth buying a home here. Calpe wins people love at first sight, and is ideal for those who dream of having a home with panoramic sea views. For those who wish to live near the beach, in a new build home, the areas of Arenal-Bol, Puerto, Manzanera, Tosal and Canuta are perfect. Maryvilla is located on a hillside and offers excellent sea views, but a vehicle is necessary in order to reach the beach.

Read our article about Calpe
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Sea view home in Guardamar del Segura

Guardamar del Segura is another place on the Costa Blanca, where you can find properties by the sea at a low price (on average € 1,537 per square meter). Guardamar del Segura is a small, quiet and very green tourist town with beautiful sandy beaches. Here you can find a studio or a one-bedroom apartment, starting at € 40,000. Whichever housing you choose in Guardamar (apartments, bungalows, penthouses), the sea will always be nearby!

Sea view home in Orihuela Costa

Another tempting option in many aspects, to buy a house by the sea, is Orihuela Costa. The area is actively being built with new high-quality homes, and in many of its areas, the real estate market is mainly represented by luxury homes (Cabo Roig, Campoamor, etc.). However, here you can also find low budget options. The average price per square meter of a property in Orihuela Costa, is € 1846. In Orihuela Costa there is a wide range of houses, bungalows, apartments, penthouses, duplexes and villas.
Read more about homes in Orihuela Costa here.

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The average price of homes by the sea on the Costa Blanca, according to data from the Idealista website of August 2019:

New build or second hand properties near the sea?

If you want to become the owner of a property in Spain by the sea, it is important to pay attention not only to the price of the home and its location, but also to the quality of the construction. It is recommended to give preference to new build homes. Next, we will explain why.

The Costa Blanca is a true paradise during most of the year, however, in the winter months, it is quite cold in the coastal areas. The sea breeze in combination with the high humidity literally chills to the bones, and everyone here wants to have a quality and cosy house. On the other hand, in summer it can be very hot on the Costa Blanca. In the period of “tropical nights”, when even at night the air temperature does not fall below 25 ° C, and it can last from July to September, in order to feel good, it is necessary to cool the house with an air conditioner.

The main drawback of the apartments and houses of the old housing stock in Spain, is the low level of thermal insulation: that is to say, it is very difficult to heat and cool said house and maintain an appropriate temperature inside it. The material to build the walls, in most cases, is hollow brick, and there is no thermal insulation. This leads to the fact that heat and cold “evaporate” in a matter of hours, and sometimes even minutes. This fact requires that, in order to constantly maintain the desired room temperature, you must have the heating or air conditioning continuously on. Given the high price of electricity in Spain, this situation leads to a significant waste of the family budget.

Fortunately, modern construction technologies completely solve such problems. The new build homes on the Costa Blanca are being built in accordance with modern standards of quality, energy efficiency and sustainability, using the latest technologies and the best materials: Thermal and acoustic insulation, modern heating and water heating systems, High quality double-glazed windows, central air conditioning systems. All this allows you to maintain a comfortable environment in the home, and thus not pay much on the electricity bill.

Therefore, if you are going to choose between a new build and a second-hand home, consider these factors. Of course, new build homes are more expensive than second-hand homes. However, on the Costa Blanca, for example, in Torrevieja, you can find new build apartments, at a price of € 100,000. In addition, it is possible to contract a 2.5% – 3% annual mortgage, or enjoy a financing program offered by the developer.

Our offer of excellent quality properties in Spain by the sea can be found here.

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