Property Selection (Private & Agency): Costa Blanca

Grégory Viarouge - Real Estate Agent

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I am Grégory, your dedicated English-speaking property expert.

Costa Blanca Specialist.

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  • ✓ Full Legal Guidance (A to Z)
  • ✓ 100% English-Speaking Team
  • ✓ Due Diligence (Legal, Debt & Registry Checks)
  • ✓ Trusted Banking Partners
  • ✓ +20 Years Local Expertise
  • ✓ Over 1,500 Successful Completions
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Grégory Viarouge - Real Estate Agent

Can't find the perfect property?

I am Grégory, your dedicated English-speaking property expert.

Costa Blanca Specialist.

✓ Certified Agent RAICV 1580

Let's discuss securing your investment.

  • ✓ Full Legal Guidance (A to Z)
  • ✓ 100% English-Speaking Team
  • ✓ Due Diligence (Legal, Debt & Registry Checks)
  • ✓ Trusted Banking Partners
  • ✓ +20 Years Local Expertise
  • ✓ Over 1,500 Successful Completions
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Grégory Viarouge - Real Estate Agent

Can't find the perfect property?

I am Grégory, your dedicated English-speaking property expert.

Costa Blanca Specialist.

✓ Certified Agent RAICV 1580

Let's discuss securing your investment.

  • ✓ Full Legal Guidance (A to Z)
  • ✓ 100% English-Speaking Team
  • ✓ Due Diligence (Legal, Debt & Registry Checks)
  • ✓ Trusted Banking Partners
  • ✓ +20 Years Local Expertise
  • ✓ Over 1,500 Successful Completions
Book a Consultation
Grégory Viarouge - Real Estate Agent

Can't find the perfect property?

I am Grégory, your dedicated English-speaking property expert.

Costa Blanca Specialist.

✓ Certified Agent RAICV 1580

Let's discuss securing your investment.

  • ✓ Full Legal Guidance (A to Z)
  • ✓ 100% English-Speaking Team
  • ✓ Due Diligence (Legal, Debt & Registry Checks)
  • ✓ Trusted Banking Partners
  • ✓ +20 Years Local Expertise
  • ✓ Over 1,500 Successful Completions
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Costa Blanca Property: Why this region is breaking records in 2026

Stretching from DĂ©nia in the north to Pilar de la Horadada in the south, the Costa Blanca (Alicante Province) has become the #1 destination for international buyers. Why? Unbeatable value for money in Europe.

Here, winter doesn't exist. The Torrevieja Salt Lakes create a unique microclimate, recommended by the WHO for rheumatism and respiratory issues. It is a 'safe haven' market: mature, secure, and highly liquid.

North vs South: The Ultimate Comparison

The Costa Blanca offers two radically different lifestyles. Here is your guide to choosing the right one:

Criteria Costa Blanca NORTH
(Altea, Calpe, Javea, Moraira)		 Costa Blanca SOUTH
(Torrevieja, Orihuela, Guardamar)
Landscape Mountainous terrain, cliffs, turquoise coves, lots of greenery. Flat, immense sandy beaches, salt lagoons, orange groves.
Budget Mid to High End.
Villas often > €500k.		 Very Affordable.
Apartments from €90k, Villas from €250k.
Atmosphere Residential, exclusive, quiet, winding roads. Lively year-round, easy access, expat hubs, shopping (Zenia Blvd).

The 3 Most Profitable Micro-Markets

Depending on your goal, here are the zones we recommend to maximize your investment:

  • Rental Yield Torrevieja & Orihuela Costa: Massive rental demand year-round. Low entry price, gross yield > 7%.
  • Prestige & Capital Growth Altea Hills & Cumbre del Sol: The 'Beverly Hills' of the coast. Panoramic sea views, wealthy international clientele.
  • Year-Round Living San Juan & El Campello: Connected to the Alicante tram. Authentic Spanish life, services, international schools, and walking distance to the beach.

Tourist Licences in Valencia (Crucial)

This is THE key point. Unlike some other regions, the Valencian Community strictly regulates short-term holiday rentals (Airbnb/Booking).

⚠ Warning: To rent out weekly, the property must possess a Licencia TurĂ­stica. Some town halls have frozen new applications. Buying a property with an existing license or in an authorized zone is strategic. Voguimmo systematically checks the tourist rental compatibility of all properties.

Purchase Costs: The Alicante Specifics

The total budget is not just the sticker price. In the Alicante province, you should plan for an additional envelope of 12% to 13%:

  • ITP (Transfer Tax): 10% (Specific rate for Valencian Community).
  • IVA/VAT (New Build): 10% + 1.5% Stamp Duty (AJD).
  • Notary & Land Registry: Approx. 1.5%.
  • Solicitor: 1% (Essential for conveyancing and urban planning checks).

New Build vs Resale on the Coast

The new build market has exploded on the Costa Blanca South. Developers offer ultra-modern specifications:

  • Thermal/Sound insulation to EU standards (no more cold houses in winter).
  • Infinity pools and Smart Home tech.
  • Bright, cubic design.

Resale properties retain the charm of the 'Finca' or Mediterranean style (arches, tiles), often on larger plots, but may require energy efficiency updates.

Health & Retirement: A Center of Excellence

The Costa Blanca hosts a world-class hospital network, accustomed to foreign patients.

Hospitals like QuirĂłn (Torrevieja) or IMED (Benidorm/Elche) have translation teams. Many English-speaking doctors, dentists, and physiotherapists are established between Calpe and Alicante, ensuring a stress-free retirement without a language barrier.

Golfer's Paradise (Top 5 Courses)

With over 300 playable days per year, the region is a European benchmark. The must-play courses:

  1. Las Colinas Golf: Voted best course in Spain multiple times.
  2. Villamartin: Historic and very lush.
  3. La Finca Golf (Algorfa): Prestigious with a 5-star hotel.
  4. Las Ramblas: Technical course amidst the pines.
  5. Font del Llop: Modern design close to Alicante.

Access: Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)

Easy access is key for your holiday home. ALC is Spain's 5th busiest airport.

It serves London (Gatwick/Stansted/Luton), Manchester, Dublin, Bristol, and Edinburgh with daily direct flights (2h to 2h30). Once landed, the AP-7 motorway (toll-free on most of the coastal route) gets you home in under 45 minutes, wherever you are.

The Voguimmo Costa Blanca Guarantee

Our agency is physically based here. We don't sell 'all of Spain'; we are experts in our zone.

  • ✅ Debt & Charges Check: We block the sale if the property has outstanding debts (IBI/Council Tax, Community fees).
  • ✅ Town Planning Check: No nasty surprises (illegal pools, undeclared extensions).
  • ✅ NIE & Banking: We open the doors to Spanish administration for you.

When to Buy? The 2026 Trend

Prices continue their steady rise (+4% on average), driven by a lack of stock in premium zones (frontline). Waiting often means paying more or moving further from the sea.

The market is healthy: no speculative bubble, but real demand from Europeans seeking sun, safety, and a lower cost of living.

Prepare Your Visit

Don't visit at random. A successful project is prepared in advance.

Contact Grégory and the team for a discovery consultation. We pre-select properties, organize your viewings over 2 or 3 days, and can even arrange airport pickup. Your Spanish dream starts with a conversation.

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