Alicante housing market shows strong price growth across the coast and inland towns
Recent data from a major real estate firm confirms broad price gains across Alicante, including luxury properties. The report highlights double‑digit increases in the Marina Alta region, with notable surges in areas around Xàbia and Moraira. Prices reached as high as 6,875 euros per square meter in some districts, signaling a robust premium market that extends beyond the most famous coastal spots like Benidorm. Alicante city itself also posted higher values, with coastal municipalities recording several top‑tier price points.
Benidorm continues to attract significant demand along the Alicante coastline. The Poniente beach area stands out, recording a 3.2% price rise and pushing average values toward 6,000 euros per square meter. The strongest growth was observed in the Levante area, where prices climbed up to 5,000 euros per square meter after a 14% surge. Across these districts, the apartment remains the preferred housing type, while nearby towns such as Finestrat, La Nucía, and El Albir see a rising interest in second homes and chalets.
In towns like Moraira, Benissa, and Calp within Marina Alta, as well as Altea in Marina Baja, double‑digit gains were common. Except for Calp’s city center, the preferred property type generally trends toward chalets, especially in larger plots. The most extensive residences appear in Benissa on lots around 500 square meters, with values near 10,000 euros, and in Altea, where homes of roughly 350 square meters with pools and gardens are favored.
Within this region, Xàbia is a notable hub for a diverse set of buyers, including many international purchasers from Germany, Belgium, the Netherlands, Switzerland, the Czech Republic, the United Kingdom, and France. This mix of buyers contributes to steady demand and ongoing price resilience in several coastal enclaves.
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Across Alicante, price presses were felt in most zones with a few exceptions. Vistahermosa experienced a modest dip, while Cabo de las Huertas, Alicante Golf, and La Font remained comparatively steady. El Campello and Playa de San Juan saw notable gains, the former rising by about 7% and the latter by around 2%, signaling healthy activity along the coastal belt. The historic core of Alicante also kept pace, recording a maximum price near 6,618 euros per square meter.
In Torrevieja, price growth followed the general market trend, driven largely by international buyers who have become key players in many transactional volumes. This international demand mirrors broader patterns seen across popular Mediterranean destinations and aligns with Canadian and American investor interest looking at coastal markets with established infrastructure and lifestyle appeal.
Rents in Alicante show a brisk two‑digit ascent in several sought‑after neighborhoods. The San Juan area remains the rental leader, while Cabo de las Huertas and Alicante Golf also posted sizable increases, underscoring the town’s attractiveness for upscale rentals and seasonal leases. This rental expansion aligns with a broader market dynamic where ownership and rental demand reinforce each other, sustaining price momentum across the region.
In total, the Alicante market displays a sustained blend of price appreciation and rental growth that attracts not only local buyers but international investors seeking Mediterranean living options within reach of major airports and export hubs. Market observers attribute this trend to a combination of strong local amenities, favorable climate, and a diversified mix of property types that appeal to a global audience, including second homes and investment properties.
Notes on interpretation: The figures reflect a mix of luxury and mainstream segments, with geographic hotspots evolving over time. Potential buyers and investors are advised to consider factors such as property size, location desirability, and proximity to services when evaluating opportunities across Alicante, the Marina Alta, and the broader coast.
Sources: Engel & Völkers market report and regional data; local real estate market trackers and regional housing statistics. Attribution is provided for context and is cited to support observed trends and price ranges across Alicante and its surrounding towns.