Moving to Jávea
Three bays, one of Spain's healthiest places to live
Jávea (Xàbia) is a three-part town: a historic walled old town, a working fishing port and a long arc of beach (the Arenal). Backed by the dramatic Montgó massif and bookended by the Cabo de San Antonio and Cabo de la Nao capes, it is regularly rated by the WHO as one of the world's healthiest places to live.
Property prices in Jávea
Old-town townhouses, Arenal apartments, hillside villas in Costa Nova, Balcón al Mar, La Granadella and Tossal Gros.
| Property type | Typical price range | Rental (per month) |
|---|---|---|
| Apartments | €200–600k | €700 – €1,400 |
| Townhouses | €300–700k | €900 – €1,800 |
| Villas | €500k–8M+ | €1,500 – €4,500+ |
Strong premium villa rental market, especially July–September.
Best areas to live
Arenal
Apartments and townhouses on Jávea's main sandy beach with a long restaurant-lined promenade.
Old Town (Pueblo)
Historic stone houses, weekly market, year-round Spanish atmosphere.
Montgó & Costa Nova
Sea-view villas on the south-facing slopes of the Montgó massif — quiet, green, prestigious.
Balcón al Mar & La Granadella
Cliff-top urbanisations near Cala Granadella — Spain's most-voted best beach.
Schools & education
Excellent international schools: Xabia International College, Lady Elizabeth, plus Spanish/Valencian public schools.
Healthcare
Public Hospital Marina Salud (Dénia), private HLA San Carlos, plus several local clinics.
Getting around & transport
No train — bus links to TRAM at Dénia or Calpe; AP-7 access. Alicante airport 1 hour, Valencia 1h15.
Safety
Very safe, low crime.
Pros & cons of moving to Jávea
Pros
- WHO-rated one of the world's healthiest climates
- Top international schools within minutes
- Mediterranean climate with 300+ days of sunshine
- Established international community and English-speaking services
- Excellent public and private healthcare access
- Strong food culture, beaches and outdoor lifestyle
- Direct flights to most major European cities from ALC
- Property still good value compared to the French or Italian coast
Cons
- Limited long-term rental supply for quality villas
- Long-term rentals can be tight in peak summer
- Spanish bureaucracy (NIE, residency, taxes) takes patience
- Some coastal areas feel touristy in July–August
- Spanish is essential for serious inland integration
Who Jávea suits best
- Active families and outdoorsy retirees
- International-school families
- Watersports and hiking enthusiasts
- Buyers wanting villas with sea views
Want the full lifestyle deep-dive? See our Jávea town guide for beaches, restaurants, things to do and events.
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