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
Example listings
Featured€1,295,000Sea-view villa with infinity pool
€295,000Modern apartment near the beach
New€675,000Luxury penthouse with terrace
€385,000Townhouse in old town
€520,000Restored finca with land
New build€795,000