Properties on the Costa Blanca up to €250,000 – New build and resale

Homes on the Costa Blanca up to €250,000

Are you looking for a home on the Costa Blanca for up to €250,000? There are still a surprising number of options within this budget. Depending on the location, you can choose from apartments near the sea, bungalows with terraces, homes in quiet residential communities, existing villas, or modern new construction projects on the Costa Blanca.

Whether you're looking for a second home in Spain, want to invest in Spanish real estate, or want to emigrate to Spain permanently, the Costa Blanca offers a variety of living styles within this price range.

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Why choose the Costa Blanca?

The Costa Blanca is popular because of its combination of beaches, climate, amenities, and a wide variety of housing options.

You can choose a true coastal town, an international residential development, or a more traditional Spanish village a little further inland.

This makes the region suitable for a wide range of buyers:

people who want to live near the sea;
retirees;
families;
buyers of a second home;
golfers;
investors;
and people who want to live in Spain permanently.

If you're not sure which place is the best fit for you, you can also check out our guide to the best places to live on the Costa Blanca.

Coastal Living Up to €250,000

If you'd like to live close to the ocean, there are several options available.

Popular coastal towns include:

For prices under €250,000, you'll mainly find apartments, bungalows, and homes in residential complexes here.

The exact options depend heavily on the distance to the beach.

An apartment within a five-minute walk of the ocean can be smaller than a bungalow or townhouse a few kilometers inland, even within the same budget.

Homes in Torrevieja up to €250,000

Torrevieja has a very diverse housing market.

Within a budget of up to €250,000, you'll often find:

apartments near downtown;
homes around Playa del Cura;
apartments near Playa de los Locos;
bungalows in Aguas Nuevas;
homes around Los Balcones;
and residential complexes with a communal swimming pool.

If you're specifically looking in this price range, you can also read our guide on a home in Torrevieja for up to €250,000.

Torrevieja is an attractive place to live permanently because of its many shops, restaurants, medical facilities, and public transportation options.

Living in Guardamar del Segura

Guardamar del Segura is smaller than Torrevieja and has a more Spanish feel.

The town is known for its long beaches, dunes, and large parks.

For under €250,000, you'll mainly find apartments and houses in established neighborhoods.

If having a beach within walking distance is important to you, you’ll find some interesting options here, although prices are naturally higher the closer you get to the sea.

Living in Orihuela Costa

Orihuela Costa consists of several residential areas, such as La Zenia, Playa Flamenca, Villamartín, and Cabo Roig.

The housing inventory consists mainly of:

apartments;
bungalows;
townhouses;
homes in golf communities;
and modern new construction.

There are often plenty of options within the €250,000 range, but the exact location makes a big difference.

Properties near La Zenia Boulevard or the beach generally cost more than those in residential areas further inland.

A little further inland, you can often get more for your money

If you don't necessarily need to live right by the sea, you can often get more living space within the same budget.

Some interesting places include:

Here you'll often find bungalows, townhouses, single-family homes, and homes with more outdoor space.

Ciudad Quesada, up to €250,000

Ciudad Quesada is popular among Dutch and Belgian buyers.

Within this budget, you can consider:

apartments;
bungalows;
townhouses;
older villas;
and homes with a shared swimming pool.

For a larger, modern villa with a private pool, the budget is usually higher.

Still, in Ciudad Quesada, you can often get more outdoor space for the same price than you would right on the coast.

You can read more about the differences between Doña Pepa, La Marquesa, Pueblo Bravo, and Lo Pepín in our guide to the most popular neighborhoods in Ciudad Quesada.

Rojales and Benijófar

Rojales and Benijófar are right next to Ciudad Quesada.

Both places have more of the character of a Spanish village.

This might be worth considering if you'd like to live near Quesada and Guardamar but not right in the middle of a large international residential complex.

Even within a budget of up to €250,000, apartments, townhouses, and single-family homes are regularly available here.

San Miguel de Salinas

San Miguel de Salinas is located a little further inland.

Here, you can often get more for your money than in Orihuela Costa.

There you'll find apartments, new construction, bungalows, and homes with views of the salt lakes.

The beach is a bit farther away, so a car is usually practically a necessity here.

The Montesinos

Los Montesinos is also worth considering in this price range.

The town is located near Torrevieja and Ciudad Quesada but has a quieter, village-like atmosphere.

You'll find both existing homes and modern developments there.

For those who don't necessarily need to live right by the sea, this can be a good way to get more living space within your budget.

Algorfa and golf-course homes

Algorfa is best known for La Finca Golf.

Within and around golf communities, you'll find apartments, townhouses, and villas.

If golf is important to you, you can find some interesting options here for under €250,000.

The coast is within driving distance, and daily life is more peaceful than in Torrevieja or Orihuela Costa.

New construction on the Costa Blanca up to €250,000

Within this price range, new construction on the Costa Blanca may be an option.

The inventory consists mainly of apartments, bungalows, and townhouses.

New construction is popular because:

modern architecture;
good insulation;
more energy-efficient systems;
communal swimming pool;
patio or sun deck;
little direct maintenance;
and the quality of recent construction.

Check out the current new construction listings to see which projects are currently available within your budget.

Where can you find new construction for less than €250,000?

New construction right on the beach is often more expensive.

That's why, within a budget of €250,000, it might be more worthwhile to look a little further inland.

There are often opportunities related to:

San Miguel de Salinas;
The Montesinos;
Algorfa
Pilar de la Horadada;
Saint Fulgence
and parts of Orihuela Costa.

The exact selection changes quickly.

That is why it makes little sense to use a single fixed list of projects.

We prefer to look at what is actually available at the time of your search.

A new bungalow or apartment?

In new construction projects, many homes on the Costa Blanca are being built as so-called bungalows.

This usually means:

a ground-floor apartment with a garden;
or an upstairs apartment with its own sun deck.

This type of home is popular because it offers a relatively large amount of outdoor space without the maintenance required for a detached house.

In addition, many modern apartment buildings are being built with communal swimming pools and gardens.

Existing homes up to €250,000

Existing homes also offer many options within this price range.

Resale can be particularly appealing if you're looking for:

more living space;
larger patios;
established residential neighborhoods;
better location;
larger plots;
or a home that is available immediately.

In the case of existing buildings, the location can sometimes be better than that of new construction, because many central areas have been fully developed for years.

Bungalow with a garden

For many buyers, a bungalow is an attractive compromise.

You often get more outdoor space than in an apartment and less maintenance than with a house.

For under €250,000, there are bungalows available in various locations featuring:

two bedrooms;
patio;
garden;
solarium;
and a shared swimming pool.

This could be a practical home for year-round living or spending the winter.

Apartment by the Sea

People who prioritize the beach are more likely to look for an apartment.

In places like Torrevieja, Guardamar, La Mata, or Orihuela Costa, for example, there may still be properties available for under €250,000 within a short distance of the sea.

Please note:

lift;
parking space;
balcony;
community;
condition of the building;
and the exact walking distance to the beach.

After all, “close to the sea” in an ad can mean all sorts of things.

Detached home up to €250,000

A single-family home may also be an option in some cases.

The likelihood of this happening increases when you:

looks a little further inland;
is suitable for older buildings;
accepts a smaller lot;
or are willing to modernize.

In popular coastal areas, it's much harder to find a modern villa with a pool for under €250,000.

In inland areas, the opportunities may be better.

Private indoor pool under €250,000

A private pool is possible within this budget, but it's not a given.

This can happen with existing villas.

When it comes to new construction, a detached villa with a private pool is usually priced above this range.

A good alternative is an apartment, bungalow, or townhouse with a shared pool.

For people who live in Spain only part of the year, this can actually be more practical, since maintenance costs are shared through the community association.

What can you realistically expect for €250,000?

Within this budget, for example, homes with the following features are possible:

two or three bedrooms;
one or two bathrooms;
patio or balcony;
solarium;
communal swimming pool;
parking space;
and sometimes a garden.

Exactly what you get depends heavily on the location.

Properties near the beach usually have less square meters.

Further inland, you'll often find more outdoor space.

New construction is often smaller but more modern.

Resale value may be higher, but it may require more maintenance.

Don't forget the purchase costs

This may well be the most important point when working with a budget of €250,000.

If €250,000 is your total available budget, you shouldn't automatically look at homes with an asking price of €250,000.

When buying a home in Spain, there are additional purchase costs involved.

These include, among other things, taxes, notary fees, registration fees, and legal fees.

That is why we determine in advance how much of your budget is actually available for the purchase price.

This will help you avoid exceeding your maximum budget when you make the final purchase.

New construction or existing property?

The best choice depends on your preferences.

You should opt for a new home if you:

want to live in a modern home;
want low maintenance;
considers energy efficiency important;
and don't want to renovate.

You should opt for an existing home if you:

want more space;
want to live closer to the city center;
is looking for a larger lot;
or want as much living space as possible for your budget.

That is why we often compare both options.

Permanent residence up to €250,000

Someone who moves to Spain permanently has different priorities than someone who is just on vacation.

For permanent residence, we would pay special attention to:

supermarket nearby;
health care;
pharmacy;
parking space;
winter sun;
public transportation;
activity outside the summer;
and how much you need the car.

For retirees, our guide to retirement in Spain may also be helpful.

Consider Healthcare When Choosing a Location

For many permanent residents, proximity to medical facilities is important.

In places like Torrevieja, Alicante, Elche, and Benidorm, you'll find larger hospitals.

In addition, there are health centers, private clinics, and international doctors located throughout the Costa Blanca.

Learn more about healthcare in Spain and check out our list of hospitals, clinics, and Dutch doctors on the Costa Blanca.

A second home on the Costa Blanca

People looking for a second home often focus more on the beach, the pool, and outdoor space.

An apartment or bungalow in a residential complex can be appealing because it requires minimal maintenance when you're not in Spain.

Also, think ahead about how often you'll be using the home.

A home located one hour from the airport might be fine for permanent residence, but it’s less convenient if you’re coming for a weekend every few weeks.

Investing with a budget of up to €250,000

This price range can also be an attractive option for investing in Spanish real estate.

Apartments and bungalows often appeal to a broader rental market than very expensive villas.

But don't just look at the expected return.

Some of the important ones include:

purchase price;
response from the children;
location;
maintenance;
rental season;
competition;
and legal rental options.

If you plan to rent out the property for tourism purposes, please check before purchasing whether this is permitted for that specific property and community.

Mortgage for a home up to €250,000

Would you like to finance part of the purchase? If so, a mortgage in Spain may be an option.

Spanish banks consider factors such as your income, existing financial obligations, age, home value, and residency status.

It's best to explore your financing options before you start seriously looking at properties.

Then you'll know exactly what price range to look in.

Is your ideal home not listed online?

The market for properties priced up to €250,000 is changing rapidly.

Furthermore, good homes can be sold or reserved within a short period of time.

In addition, the Spanish real estate market operates differently from the Dutch one.

Not every home is listed with a single real estate agency.

Thanks to our network, we can also search on:

real estate developers;
partner real estate agents;
other real estate agencies;
and, where applicable, private sellers.

This way, we don't limit the search to just the homes that happen to be listed on our own website.

How do we search for a home priced up to €250,000?

When you ask us to search within this budget, we first look at your actual housing needs.

For example:

Coast or inland?
Permanent residence or vacation?
New construction or existing home?
Apartment, bungalow, or villa?
Two or three bedrooms?
Private or communal pool?
Is the beach within walking distance?
Is a car available?
High or low maintenance?
And is €250,000 inclusive or exclusive of closing costs?

Only then does it make sense to compare homes.

Where can you get the most house for €250,000?

In general, the following is often true:

Right on the coast: less space, better beach location.

A little further inland: more living space and outdoor space.

New construction: more modern, but often smaller.

Existing buildings: often larger or more centrally located.

Apartment: less maintenance.

Villa: more privacy, but higher maintenance costs.

So the best option depends entirely on your priorities.

Buy a home for up to €250,000 with Casas Palmeras

Are you looking for a home on the Costa Blanca for up to €250,000? Casas Palmeras would be happy to help you compare your options.

As a Dutch real estate agent on the Costa Blanca, we guide you through the entire process, from the initial selection to the final purchase.

Among other things, we can help with:

determining a realistic purchase budget;
actively searching for homes;
comparing locations;
Compare new construction and resale properties;
viewings;
negotiations;
legal assistance;
and assistance all the way to the notary.

View the current listings or the available new construction listings.

Would you prefer that we conduct a targeted search for you? If so, please fill out the questionnaire for your housing search and tell us what you're looking for.

You can find more information about our support services under our approach.

With a budget of up to €250,000, there are still many different options available on the Costa Blanca. You won’t find the best home by looking solely at the price; instead, you should first determine which combination of location, living space, outdoor space, amenities, and distance to the sea best suits your lifestyle.