Property type

Apartments

Everything you need to know about apartments on the Costa Blanca — prices, locations, lifestyle fit and what to watch out for.

Apartments are the most popular property type on the Costa Blanca, offering low maintenance, secure complexes and easy beach access — perfect for second homes, retirees and rental investors.

Average price
€150,000 – €600,000
Typical size
50–150 m²
Best for
Lifestyle & investment
Hot areas
Moraira, Jávea, Altea
Yield (gross)
4–7% holiday let
Buying costs
10–13% of price

Overview

Apartments are the most popular property type on the Costa Blanca, offering low maintenance, secure complexes and easy beach access — perfect for second homes, retirees and rental investors.

Typical prices

Most apartments on the Costa Blanca sell for €150,000 – €600,000. Size ranges typically span 50–150 m², depending on location, condition and view.

Best locations

The northern Costa Blanca (Marina Alta) tends to attract premium buyers, while the southern coast (Vega Baja) offers stronger value.

  • Moraira
  • Jávea
  • Altea
  • Calpe
  • Dénia
  • Alicante
  • Finestrat
  • Albir

Lifestyle suitability

Think honestly about how you'll use the property: full-time living, holidays, investment or a mix. Each pattern points to different locations, sizes and amenities.

Pros & cons

Pros

  • High year-round demand
  • Established expat communities
  • Strong rental potential in tourist zones
  • Mature legal and mortgage market for non-residents

Cons

  • Community fees on apartments and complexes
  • Energy-efficiency varies on older builds
  • Coastal hotspots can feel busy in August
  • Renovation works often take longer than planned
Examples

Example listings

Frequently asked questions

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