Central Costa Blanca

Agost

A authentic Costa Blanca town in the Central Costa Blanca

Population

—

Climate

Mediterranean · 320 days of sun · avg 19°C

Nearest airport

Alicante–Elche (ALC)

Known for

Beaches, gastronomy, expat-friendly lifestyle

Welcome to Agost

Agost is a characterful town on the central costa blanca, combining Mediterranean climate, a welcoming local community and the relaxed lifestyle that has made this coast one of Europe's favourite places to live, visit and invest.

Who it's ideal for

Retirees seeking sunshine and quality of life
Families wanting safety and outdoor lifestyle
Remote workers and second-home owners
Property investors and rental buyers

At a glance

Region: Central Costa Blanca
Area: —
Population: —
Languages: Spanish, Valencian, English widely spoken

History & heritage

Like much of the Costa Blanca, Agost has Iberian, Roman and Moorish roots, and grew through fishing, agriculture and — more recently — tourism and international residence.

Lifestyle

Life in Agost revolves around the climate: outdoor terraces, weekly markets, long lunches, walks by the sea or in the surrounding sierras, and a calendar of local festivals.

Best beaches

Local beaches and coves

Agost and its surroundings offer a mix of sandy beaches and rocky coves typical of the Costa Blanca.

Top things to do in Agost

1.Explore the old town and weekly market
2.Hike in the surrounding sierras
3.Beach days and watersports
4.Local gastronomy and wine tasting
5.Day-trips to nearby coastal towns

Where to eat & drink

Mediterranean cuisine built on rice, seafood, olive oil and local produce, with a strong tapas culture and an emerging international restaurant scene.

Signature dishes

Arroz a bandaPaella valencianaCoca de tomateTapas variadas

Where to stay

A mix of boutique hotels, family-run hostales and holiday apartments, with larger resorts available in nearby coastal towns.

Living in Agost

Healthcare

Public health centre in town with access to regional hospitals, plus private clinics and English-speaking GPs in the wider area.

Schools & education

Public Spanish and Valencian schools, with several international schools within easy commuting distance.

Transport

Good road access via the AP-7 / N-332, with bus connections to neighbouring towns and Alicante airport typically within an hour.

Safety

Very low crime rate — a typical safe Spanish coastal town.

Shopping

Weekly market, independent shops, supermarkets and easy access to larger retail parks in neighbouring towns.

Expat community

Established British, German, Dutch, Belgian and Scandinavian communities, with multilingual services and active social clubs.

Property & investment

Market overview

A mix of traditional townhouses, modern apartments and villas in the surrounding urbanisations.

Price range

Apartments from €120k; townhouses €180–400k; villas €350k–1.5M+.

Rental market

Healthy long-term and seasonal rental demand from expats and tourists.

Business opportunities

Tourism, hospitality, real estate, construction and a growing remote-work segment.

Browse property Moving to Agost

Events & festivals

Varies

Moros y Cristianos

Spectacular historic re-enactments common to Costa Blanca towns.

Annually

Patron Saint Fiestas

Traditional local celebrations with parades, music and fireworks.

Nearby towns

Continue exploring the Central Costa Blanca.

Benidorm Villajoyosa El Campello Playa San Juan Alicante San Juan de Alicante Mutxamel Busot Elche Santa Pola