Buying a house in Altea

Buying a house in Altea

Buying a house in Altea is popular among those who dream of sun, tranquility, and culture on the Costa Blanca. You will read everything you need to know: from current prices by neighborhood and property type to the buying process and the main pitfalls. This way, you can take the step towards your real estate in Altea well-prepared.

Key points

  • Apartments from €85,000, average €200,000
  • Luxury apartments in Mascarat from €345,000 to €1,200,000
  • Villas in Altea Hills from €700,000 to over €4,000,000
  • Popular neighborhoods: Altea Hills, Old Town, Mascarat, Altea la Vella
  • International community of 30–40% with good schools and healthcare

Why choose a home in Altea?

Altea is often called the most beautiful city on the Costa Blanca. The old center, with its white houses and iconic blue-domed church, attracts artists and expats. The promenade offers views of the Mediterranean Sea and is lined with restaurants and cafes.

With more than three hundred days of sunshine a year and its location between Alicante and 10 km north of Benidorm , Altea is easily accessible. It is a place where Spanish charm blends with an international community, making you feel at home quickly.

House prices by type and neighborhood

According to Idealista, prices in Altea average between €2,800 and €4,000 per m² . There are significant differences by neighborhood and property type.

Apartments

Small apartments start from €85,000. For an apartment without a sea view in a good neighborhood, you will pay around €200,000. Luxury apartments and penthouses by the sea in Mascarat and Campomanes cost between €345,000 and €1,200,000. You can read more about this on buying an apartment in Altea .

Villas in Altea Hills

Altea Hills is the most exclusive neighborhood. Here, villas start at €700,000 and rise to over €4,000,000. The average price per m² is between €3,200 and €3,822. Please note: the better the view and the larger the plot, the higher the price. View our current listings via buy a villa in Altea .

Traditional houses in Altea la Vella and the old town

These homes are authentic and charming. They start at €350,000 and go up to approximately €1,000,000. Take potential renovation costs into account, as many houses are older than fifty years.


Neighborhoods and their character

Every neighborhood attracts a different type of resident.

  • Old town (Pueblo) : historical and cultural, popular with artists and expats.
  • Altea Hills : luxury, secure, international community with sea view.
  • Mascarat en Campomanes : modern, marina, ideal for water sports.
  • Altea la Vella : quiet, green, traditional Spanish village.
  • Center and Garganes : practical, all amenities nearby, ideal for families.
  • Albir : quiet, many international schools and expat families.

Comparison with other cities on the Costa Blanca

Place

House from

Villa from

Character

Altea

€350,000

€700,000

Art & tranquility

Calpe

€280,000

€600,000

Tourist

Benidorm

€160,000

€350,000

Busy & Outgoing

Jávea

€400,000

€750,000

Luxury, expats

Alicante

€180,000

€450,000

City, amenities

Would you like to see alternatives? Also view buying a house in Javea , buying a house in Calpe , and buying a house in Moraira .

Next step

Buying a house in Altea means choosing a unique combination of culture, nature, and security. With the right guidance, you buy safely and worry-free. Therefore, contact CasaLasDunas. We offer a free consultation .

Do you already have a property in mind? Let us know. We will send you all the information.



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