Torre de la Horadada
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Torre de la Horadada property – beachside living on Costa Blanca South

Torre de la Horadada is one of the most refined yet still authentic coastal locations on the southern Costa Blanca. It is a small part of the municipality of Pilar de la Horadada, recognised by its 16th-century Torre Horadada watchtower, a small marina, sandy beaches and a Mediterranean scale of development that does not overwhelm like the larger resorts.

The town's identity is built around its light-sand beaches, the Sardinero seafront promenade, the marina area and the more natural stretch at Las Higuericas. This combination delivers a premium beachside atmosphere: you can walk the promenade between beaches, have lunch at the marina, reach the sand in minutes and return home without needing a car.

Where is Torre de la Horadada?

Torre de la Horadada sits on the southernmost tip of the Valencian Community, in the municipality of Pilar de la Horadada, right on the border with the Region of Murcia. The municipality is 45 km from Murcia and 41 km from Cartagena, with direct road connections via the AP-7 and N-332. This matters for buyers who want access to both Costa Blanca South infrastructure and the Costa Cálida hinterland.

For air connections, the location is very convenient — approx. 40 km to Murcia Corvera Airport and approx. 61 km to Alicante-Elche Airport. Two airports as a connectivity backup is a clear advantage over more central coastal locations.

What is life like in Torre de la Horadada?

Life in Torre de la Horadada is calm, coastal and genuinely Mediterranean in the everyday sense, not just the holiday one. The official tourism portal highlights an average temperature of 18°C and over 3,200 hours of sunshine per year. On-site activities include a yacht club, sailing school, trekking, cycling, snorkelling and Lo Romero Golf nearby.

Daily comfort goes beyond the beach. A local consultorio (GP clinic) operates in Torre itself, and the full C.S.I. Pilar de la Horadada medical centre is a few minutes away. Shopping and dining also support year-round living — local shops, Dialprix and full services in Pilar town centre a short drive away.

Best zones in Torre de la Horadada

Las Higuericas is the strongest micro-location in the area — Blue Flag beach, natural dunes, resort aesthetics. Modern premium developments for buyers focused on quality of life and capital appreciation. Highest growth potential of all Torre zones.

Marina Area & Old Torre captures the maritime, 'local' character of the town. Historic watchtower, Club Náutico, Sardinero promenade. Mix of older apartments, houses in the second line and more expensive stock directly at the port. Ideal for buyers seeking classic Mediterranean atmosphere.

Beach Zone – Torre Centre is the heart of the coastal town: Playa del Puerto, Playa del Conde, Playa de Jesuitas and Las Villas. Apartments, bungalows, penthouses and some older townhouses. The most popular zone for lifestyle buyers and second-home owners.

New residential developments — obra nueva with handover 2026–2027: ground-floor apartments, large-terrace units and penthouses. Modern standards, energy efficiency, communal or private pools. For buyers wanting a new-build product with developer warranty.

What property types are available?

• Apartments — the core of the market. Resale from approx. €120,000; new-build (obra nueva) from approx. €275,900.
• Penthouses — large terraces, solariums, sea views. From approx. €199,900 (resale); premium segment from approx. €378,900 to ~€590,000.
• Townhouses & bungalows — popular with families. From approx. €230,000–249,000.
• Villas — from approx. €485,000 to €749,000 in beachside locations.

Property prices in Torre de la Horadada

* Asking price data from Idealista, April–May 2026. Indicative figures only.

Torre de la Horadada is more expensive than Torrevieja (~€2,502/m²) and Santa Pola (~€2,661/m²), but offers a more intimate beachside character and limited supply near the sea. The +19.2% YoY growth is one of the highest figures on all of Costa Blanca South in 2026.

Investment potential

The investment potential of Torre de la Horadada rests on three pillars: limited beachfront supply, growing tourism attractiveness and real price growth. In April 2026, Torre posted +19.2% year-on-year, while the broader Pilar de la Horadada municipality averaged €3,327/m². This confirms that coastal Torre commands a clear premium over the wider municipal area.

Rental demand is visible — Idealista showed 78 rental listings in the Playa Torre zone in May 2026, starting from €650/month. Combined with the product-market fit of this location — beaches, marina, sports, golf — this creates a solid profile for buyers combining own use with rental. Bear in mind that peak demand remains seasonal.

Why buy property in Torre de la Horadada

• 6 Blue Flag beaches: El Conde, Higuericas, Jesuitas, Mil Palmeras, Puerto and Rocamar — a rare combination of quality and variety on southern Costa Blanca.
• Walkability: from beach to promenade, from promenade to marina and restaurants — on foot, in minutes.
• +19.2% YoY price growth: one of the highest rates across the entire Pilar de la Horadada municipality in 2026.
• Two airports: Corvera (~40 km) and Alicante-Elche (~61 km) — a unique connectivity backup for year-round residents.
• Marina and yacht club: Club Náutico Torre Horadada with regattas, sailing school and port services.
• Intimate scale: fewer than 260 listings on Idealista (vs over 3,200 in Torrevieja) — limited beachfront supply supports prices.

Buying process overview

1. Property selection and due diligence — verify nota simple (ownership, encumbrances, IBI, cadastre). For new-builds: check developer credentials and building licence.
2. Reservation contract and deposit (usually approx. 10%) binding both parties.
3. Obtain NIE number and open a Spanish bank account.
4. Final signing at the notary (escritura de compraventa) and payment of the remaining amount.
5. Registration in the Registro de la Propiedad and transaction costs. Resale: ITP 9% (Valencian Community, from June 2026). New-build: VAT 10% + AJD 1.4%. Notary and registry approx. 1–2%.

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