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To choose a property on the Costa Blanca, first define the purpose of the purchase: holidays, rental or permanent residence. Then choose the location (the quieter north or the dynamic south) and the type of property. Finally, assess the potential for appreciation and factor in the additional purchase costs.
The Costa Blanca is one of the most beautiful places to live and invest in Spain. The region attracts investors, families and people looking for a holiday destination. It has a sunny climate, beautiful beaches and a wide range of properties.
What is the purpose of the property purchase?
Before you start browsing listings, decide what the property is for. That determines which listings are worth considering at all.
- Holiday home: for a summer break, apartments close to the beach are a good solution.
- Rental investment: the Costa Blanca is in great demand among tourists all year round, so short-term rental offers a good opportunity to earn.
- Permanent residence: if you are planning to move, check locations near service centres, restaurants or golf courses.
Northern or southern Costa Blanca: which location should you choose?
The Costa Blanca is a vast region. You will find both quieter places and lively seaside towns.
- The northern Costa Blanca suits people looking for peace and quiet. Towns such as Denia or Javea have beautiful views of the mountains and the sea and quiet beaches.
- The southern Costa Blanca means dynamic towns such as Torrevieja, Orihuela Costa or Alicante. They are popular places for tourist investment and short-term rental.
Which type of property should you choose?
The Costa Blanca offers modern apartments, spacious villas and luxury bungalows. The type of property should suit your lifestyle and budget.
- Sea-view apartments are for people who want to live close to the beach.
- Villas with a pool work well for families and people looking for privacy and space.
- Bungalows and semi-detached houses are increasingly popular among people looking for comfort in a more intimate format.
How do you assess the potential for appreciation?
The region is developing dynamically, and new infrastructure projects are making the surrounding areas more attractive. It is worth choosing properties near new developments, for example:
- shopping centres,
- sports facilities,
- modern residential districts.
What additional costs need to be added to the price?
Besides the price of the property, additional costs arise during the purchase process. They include, among others:
- taxes,
- notary fees,
- property insurance,
- administration fees.
Include them in your budget from the start to avoid unpleasant surprises.
How does a real estate agency help?
Our agency specialises in the Costa Blanca market. We help at every stage of the purchase and do not charge the buyer a commission.
- Personal advice: we help you define the purpose of the purchase and choose the location and type of property.
- Access to listings: we work with developers and have a wide network of contacts, which gives us access to exclusive listings not available on the market.
- Formalities: we take care of document translations and the preparation of the contract, and we work with notaries and lawyers.
- Investment advice: when buying to rent out, we help you choose the location with the greatest earning potential.
- Market analysis: we follow the market and point out trends and places that may gain in value in the coming years.
Have questions? Get in touch.
Frequently asked questions
Where do you start when choosing a property on the Costa Blanca?
By defining the purpose of the purchase: a holiday home, a rental investment or permanent residence. The purpose determines the location and type of property.
Which part of the Costa Blanca is quieter?
The northern Costa Blanca, with towns such as Denia or Javea, with views of the mountains and the sea and quiet beaches.
Where on the Costa Blanca should you buy a property for short-term rental?
A popular choice is the south of the region: Torrevieja, Orihuela Costa or Alicante. These are places that are often chosen for tourist investments and short-term rental.
What costs besides the property price should you factor in?
Among others: taxes, notary fees, property insurance and administration fees.
Does the buyer pay the agency a commission?
No. The agency helps at every stage of the purchase without charging the buyer a commission.
Aria Spain, a licensed agency with an office in the province of Alicante (RAICV no. 4123), sells new properties from developers on the Costa Blanca with 0% commission for the buyer. We also help with the NIE number, the mortgage and the formalities at the notary. Book a free consultation.
