Santa Pola

Costa Blanca South

Fishing port, Tabarca island ferry, natural park, salt flats, authentic Spanish, affordable.

Costa Blanca South

Life in Santa Pola

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320

Sunny days per year

19°C

Average temperature

€1,600

Average price / m²

Blue Flag beaches

Key Features

Working fishing port

Tabarca ferry

Flamingo salt flats

Authentic & affordable

Airport

20 km (Alicante)

Healthcare

Hospital Vega Baja del Segura

Cost of Living

Low - Medium

International Community

About 15% of residents

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Investment Potential

Investment in Santa Pola

Key financial indicators and market data to help you assess the investment potential of properties in this city.

5.8%

Annual rental yield

€1,600

Average price per m²

+7.8%

Price growth (YoY)

320

Sunny days (tourism)

Why invest here?

Stable market

Costa Blanca is one of Spain's most stable property markets with growing demand.

High rental demand

Strong interest from tourists and long-term tenants throughout the year.

Value appreciation

Property prices grow consistently, ensuring good capital appreciation.

Tourism infrastructure

Well-developed infrastructure supports tourism sector and short-term rentals.

Popular investment strategies

Short-term rental

Airbnb and Booking.com - high tourist season

Long-term rental

Steady income from residents and workers

Buy-to-hold

Long-term investment in value appreciation

About the City

Santa Pola is authentic working fishing port maintaining traditional Spanish character despite tourism development. Daily fish auction supplies excellent seafood restaurants lining the port. Ferry service to Tabarca island - protected marine reserve with crystal waters perfect for snorkeling. Natural park with salt flats attracts flamingos and birdwatchers. Fourteen kilometers of varied beaches include sandy family areas and quiet coves. Castle-fortress houses museum and aquarium. Strong Spanish community maintains local traditions, markets, and festivals. Significantly more affordable than nearby Alicante while offering complete services and amenities. Just 20 km from Alicante Airport. Popular with Spanish families for summer homes and retirees seeking authentic coastal lifestyle. Growing international interest due to value and character.

Population: ~31,000 residents