Property for Sale in Alicante, Costa Blanca

Alicante is the southern and larger of the two provinces that make up the Costa Blanca, and the part of the coast most international buyers have in mind. It stretches from the headlands around Dénia and Jávea in the north to the salt lagoons of Torrevieja and the Murcia border in the south, with the provincial capital and its airport roughly in the middle. Sandy beaches, rocky coves, pine-covered hills and long stretches of almost uninterrupted sunshine give it a Mediterranean character that is easy to love.

The province is far from uniform. In the north the Montgó massif, the cliffs of the Cabo de la Nao and the white villages of the Marina Alta feel green and hilly. Around Calpe, Altea and Benidorm the coast mixes seafront promenades with mountain backdrops. Further south, the flat, sunny Vega Baja is known for golf resorts and a large, well-established international community.

Buyers are a varied group: northern Europeans seeking a holiday home or retirement base, remote workers, relocating families and investors. Browse all property for sale in Alicante, with every home shown once.

Why buy property in Alicante?

Few Spanish provinces offer such a range of lifestyles in a compact area, all connected by the AP-7 motorway and the coastal N-332.

• Excellent access: Alicante-Elche airport has direct flights to many European cities, and the AP-7 links the whole coast.
• Climate: mild winters and long, bright summers make year-round living realistic.
• Variety: from historic towns and fishing ports to golf communities and high-rise resorts.
• Established services: international schools, private healthcare, golf courses, marinas and English-speaking professionals are widely available.
• Lifestyle outdoors: hiking in the natural parks, cycling, sailing and diving are all on the doorstep.

Popular areas in Alicante

Dénia

A working port and castle town below Montgó, with ferries to the Balearics and a strong food culture.

Jávea (Xàbia)

A refined resort in a natural bay, known for villas on the hillsides, a historic old town and clear water.

Benitatxell (Benitachell)

A quiet hilltop municipality between Jávea and Moraira, with sea views and tranquil residential areas.

Moraira

A low-key, upmarket resort with a small harbour, a castle and a loyal following among long-term residents.

Calpe (Calp)

Dominated by the Peñón de Ifach rock, with long beaches, a lively port and plenty of apartments.

Benissa

A traditional town with a handsome old centre, and a coastline of small coves and villa plots.

Altea

Whitewashed old town, a blue-domed church and an artistic atmosphere above the bay.

L'Alfàs del Pi / Albir

A relaxed, family-friendly area with a pebbly promenade at Albir and a large international community.

Benidorm

Spain's best-known high-rise resort, with two large beaches, year-round activity and compact, walkable streets.

Finestrat

A village in the shadow of Puig Campana, with modern developments and golf near Benidorm.

La Nucía

A hillside town with sports facilities and views over the coast, a short drive from Benidorm.

Polop

A small inland village known for its mountain setting and traditional character.

Villajoyosa

A seaside town with brightly coloured houses on its waterfront and a long-standing local life.

El Campello

A coastal town just north of Alicante city with a long beach, a fishing harbour and good transport links.

Mutxamel

A town in the countryside close to Alicante, with larger plots and a convenient position near the coast.

Busot

A small village in the hills behind El Campello, popular for peaceful, rural-feeling homes.

Alicante (City)

The provincial capital: a lively port city with a castle, an esplanade, city beaches and the airport nearby.

Elche (Elx)

A large inland city famed for its palm grove, with coastal districts and a strong local economy.

Santa Pola

A fishing and holiday town with long beaches, salt flats nearby and boat trips to Tabarca island.

Gran Alacant

A large residential area on the hills above Santa Pola, with sea views and good road links.

Guardamar del Segura

A town with wide dunes, a pine forest and a long beach at the mouth of the Segura river.

Torrevieja

A large, lively coastal town beside salt lagoons, with a marina, shops and a big year-round community.

Orihuela Costa

A strip of beaches, golf resorts and residential areas along the southern coast, including Cabo Roig.

Pilar de la Horadada

The southernmost town in the province, next to the Murcia border, with beaches and quiet streets.

Rojales

A riverside town known for its cave houses and for Ciudad Quesada, a popular residential area.

San Fulgencio / La Marina

An inland municipality with the La Marina urbanisation, which lies close to the beach.

San Miguel de Salinas

A traditional inland town with village-style streets and easy access to the southern coast.

Los Montesinos

A small inland municipality with quiet residential communities and good road connections.

Benijófar

A small town in the Vega Baja with a traditional centre and nearby urbanisations.

Algorfa (La Finca Golf)

A rural municipality best known for La Finca Golf and the residential communities around it.

Pedreguer

A village inland from Dénia and Jávea, with country homes and village life at a gentler pace.

Ondara

An inland town close to Dénia with everyday amenities, a market and relatively level streets.

Els Poblets

A small town just south of Dénia, close to the beaches and the nearby marshland.

La Xara

A peaceful village between Dénia and the hills, typical of the Marina Alta interior.

Gata de Gorgos

A village at the foot of the hills, known for its crafts such as wicker and basketry.

Jalón (Xaló) / Jalón Valley

A scenic valley of vineyards and almond groves, popular for its Sunday market and rural character.

Inland Costa Blanca

Villages and country properties away from the coast, for buyers wanting space, quiet and lower density.

Types of property in Alicante

Along the coast there are many apartments and townhouses in communities with shared pools; the northern and central hillsides have sea-view villas; inland offers village houses and fincas; the south has many terraced and semi-detached homes.

• Apartments and penthouses, many with communal pools
• Townhouses and bungalows in residential communities
• Detached villas, village houses and fincas
• New-build developments across most of the coast

Compare new builds in Alicante with resale homes to see which fits your plans.

Buying property in Alicante

Foreign buyers need an NIE number, a Spanish bank account and, in most cases, a lawyer who is independent of the seller. Budget for taxes and fees on top of the price; these differ for new-build and resale homes and by region.

• Obtain your NIE early, as it is needed for almost every step.
• Ask your lawyer to check the nota simple for charges, debts and ownership.
• Confirm that the property has the correct licences, and tourist-rental permission if you plan to let.
• Check community fees, IBI property tax and any outstanding bills.

Finding an estate agency in Alicante

CostaFind brings together verified agencies so you can compare them, and shows each home only once instead of repeating the same villa across ten sites. Start with the list of estate agencies in Alicante and contact the ones that match your search area.

Frequently asked questions about Alicante

Is Alicante good for year-round living?

Yes. The climate is mild, services are well developed and many towns stay lively outside summer. Visit in more than one season before deciding.

What types of property are available in Alicante?

Everything from city apartments and beachfront flats to villas, townhouses and fincas, with more villas in the north and more community-style homes in the south.

How far is Alicante from the airport?

Alicante-Elche airport is the main gateway for the whole province, from a short drive in the south to a longer run up the AP-7 to the north.

Explore property in Alicante

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