{"id":268006,"date":"2026-01-05T13:20:24","date_gmt":"2026-01-05T10:20:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/alegria-realestate.com\/?p=268006"},"modified":"2026-01-15T15:44:57","modified_gmt":"2026-01-15T12:44:57","slug":"torrevieja-spain-city-overview","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/alegria-realestate.com\/en\/articles\/city-of-spain\/torrevieja-spain-city-overview","title":{"rendered":"Torrevieja, Spain: City Overview 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"

Torrevieja \u2013 a cozy seaside town in Spain that has long been loved by foreigners, including many from our region.<\/p>\n

Where is Torrevieja located?<\/h2>\n

Torrevieja is located on the Costa Blanca, in the province of Alicante, within the Valencian Community. Its location is truly unique: on one side there is the Mediterranean Sea, and on the other \u2013 the stunning pink lagoons, the salt lakes of Torrevieja. Many rare birds live here, including beautiful flamingos. These lakes create Torrevieja\u2019s special microclimate, which is often recommended for people with respiratory conditions and allergies, and is also considered beneficial for pregnant women and children. You may also find this article useful: Life in Spain with Children<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Torrevieja population<\/h2>\n

According to official data as of the beginning of 2026, Torrevieja has a population of 110,500. Interestingly, between 2000 and 2010 the city\u2019s population doubled \u2013 from 50,189 to 101,191 (National Statistics Institute data). This period coincided with a boom in the Spanish property market<\/a>. Later, when the boom ended, the population gradually decreased to today\u2019s level.<\/p>\n

At the same time, the population has grown to a large extent thanks to foreigners \u2013 they account for more than 40% of all permanent residents. Russians and Britons share first place by numbers. Next come Ukrainians and Moroccans, followed by people from Germany and Scandinavian countries.<\/p>\n

It is also interesting that during the summer season the population of Torrevieja and its suburbs increases almost fivefold due to the influx of tourists \u2013 the small resort town can accommodate up to 400,000 vacationers.<\/p>\n

In the past, Torrevieja was a fishing town. Locals fished and worked in salt extraction. Later the town began turning into a popular resort, where tourism and the hospitality industry became the main sources of employment. Today, many people earn money by renting out homes to tourists \u2013 a promising business that can generate solid income.<\/p>\n

Real estate in Torrevieja<\/h2>\n

The Torrevieja real estate market<\/a> attracts buyers thanks to a wide variety of homes and relatively low prices<\/a>. The price of resale property starts from \u20ac100,000 \u2013 several times lower than, for example, in Barcelona and Madrid.<\/p>\n

A key feature of the city is that wherever your property is located, the distance to the sea is no more than 3 km. In other words, the beach is always within walking distance. The choice of houses, bungalows and townhouses in Torrevieja is also large \u2013 for every taste and budget. New builds deserve a special mention: Torrevieja offers a unique opportunity to buy a new home near the sea starting from \u20ac200,000.<\/p>\n

Torrevieja is also a good choice for investment property. Its seaside location and the steady flow of tourists (including in the cooler months) can provide stable rental income.<\/p>\n

Living in Torrevieja: advantages<\/h2>\n

Why do so many foreigners choose Torrevieja for life?<\/p>\n

Torrevieja\u2019s climate<\/h3>\n

The weather in Torrevieja is a real fairy tale. 320 sunny days a year is not an exaggeration. The city is located in a unique area protected from cold atmospheric fronts by mountains and hills. That is why it is rarely cloudy here. Rain is infrequent \u2013 not to mention snow. The average annual air temperature in Torrevieja is 18 \u00b0C.<\/p>\n

Fun fact: in January 2017, it snowed in Torrevieja for the first time in 103 years! It was a real event: children had classes cancelled so they could play snowballs, and people dropped everything to take photos of this miracle.<\/p>\n

Torrevieja\u2019s beaches<\/h3>\n

They are top-class, and many have been awarded the Blue Flag. In Torrevieja you will find great beaches<\/a> for every taste, as well as picturesque rocky coves where you can snorkel.<\/p>\n

Main beaches of Torrevieja:<\/strong><\/p>\n