Santa Pola is a seaside town on the Costa Blanca. In the fourth century BC, the Iberians began trading with the Greeks in the Spanish Santa Pola. In addition, the Romans enlarged the port, which has affected the maritime trade. In the 16th century, the city was plagued by frequent attacks of pirates. On the nearby island of Tabarca there was a hideout for buccaneers. All in all, the invasions ended with the construction of a defensive castle and watchtowers.
Today Santa Pola has about 32 thousand inhabitants. It is a beautifully situated city with beaches, a port and numerous tourist attractions. The close proximity to the airport and other tourist resorts makes Santa Pola a very attractive place to invest in.
Best things to do in Santa Pola
Santa Pola offers wonderful sandy beaches, such as Playa Lisa, which is safe for children because the shallows stretch for tens of meters deep into the sea. The impressive 16th century castle, or El Castillo-Fortaleza is the magnet attracting visitors to Santa Pola. It was designed in 1553 by the Italian engineer Juan Bautista Antonelli. It was to defend the coast against pirate attacks. Despite its beautiful and rich history, the excellent conditions for sunbathing and water sports are the main reasons for tourists to spend a blissful holiday. An unusual attraction of this region are also the salt mines (Salinas de Santa Pola), which have been declared a nature reserve. The view of flamingos and birds of all kinds is a beautiful showcase of the region, just as the huge salt mountains.
Characteristics of the property market in Santa Pola
How much do properties in Santa Pola cost?
The attractive prices of properties are very surprising. Although the average price per square metre may seem quite high, we are able to find a huge number of attractively located properties in Santa Pola at very good prices. The most expensive properties in Santa Pola are those located vis-a-vis the port. However, the entire city centre and the areas along the coast have been developed to accommodate a large number of tourists. The layout of Santa Pola's roads is arranged in a very regular chessboard with perpendicularly crossed roads. Both in the city center and further afield, the entire city forms a densely intersected network of roads. This arrangement is very convenient and makes the travelling around the city very easy. Typical types of buildings are 2- and 3-storey buildings with apartments and bungalows dedicated to tourists who come here from all over Europe. They are attracted to a very large offer of properties located by the sea at very low prices (compared to the prices in other top Spanish tourist resorts).
Average price for properties in Santa Pola:
Average price by square metre for Santa Pola - 1,793 €
Average price for properties in Santa Pola - 181,112 €
Who buys properties in Santa Pola?
Properties in Santa Pola are bought mainly by people focused on summer holidays on beautiful beaches. Excellent conditions for water sports (windsurfing, kitesurfing, sailing, paddle boarding, kayaking, diving) attract people from all over Europe. The best proof of the great popularity of Santa Pola, is the regularly growing number of inhabitants of the city.
International buyers:
33 % United Kingdom
14 % Romania
6 % Germany
5 % Bulgaria
5 % Netherlands
5 % Italy
4 % France
4 % Belgium
Best areas for an investment
The best places to invest in Santa Pola are the beaches of Playa de la Ermita, Playa de la Gola, Gran Playa, Playa Lisa, Playa Tamarit, Playa del Pinet and the bays of Callas del Cuaratel, Calas de L'Aljub and Calas Santiago Bernabeu. The city itself is small and very well connected, so you can easily travel from one end of the city to the other. A factor that encourages foreign investors to buy property in Santa Pola are the much lower prices of properties located by the sea, compared to other similarly located tourist resorts in Spain.
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Total numer of housing property transactions in Santa Pola
1st quarter 2018 318
2nd quarter 2018 416
3rd quarter 2018 319
4th quarter 2018 345
1st quarter 2019 383
2nd quarter 2019 434
Prospects for the property market in Santa Pola
Santa Pola's property market has been very stable for several years now. At the same time, thanks to a very large amount of purchases made by buyers from outside of Spain, the number of properties sold is growing year by year. The cities themselves are very positive about the growing number of foreign tourists and people who decide to settle here permanently. Therefore, the forecasts for Santa Pola are positive.
It is predicted that properties located on the Spanish coast and in tourist centres will enjoy the greatest interest. The high rate of return on investment of up to 10.5% (data from the Spanish Central Bank) should be a big incentive for foreign investors.
Semi-detached houses for sale
Semi-detached houses in Spain are especially recommended for investors looking for an attractive property at an affordable price. Semi-detached houses are independent single-family houses despite its close proximity to another building - the same in terms of surface, building and appearance of the facade. Not only is the price of such a property sometimes lower, but in comparison with detached single-family houses, the semi-detached houses are usually built in more convenient locations. Semi-detached houses are often located not only on the city outskirts but also in the resort centres – near the beach, shops, restaurants and cultural facilities. Offers of semi-detached houses in Spain vary widely when it comes to their prices. Among the available properties, there are smaller and cheaper semi-detached houses with 1 or 2 bedrooms, however, if you have a larger budget and are looking for a house with a larger area, you may opt for a semi-detached house with a minimum of 3 bedrooms, conveniently located near the sea and equipped with a number of amenities. You can find semi-detached houses for sale in Spain on our website - we publish current offers from both, the primary and secondary market.
Semi-detached houses Amenities
Choose from convenient semi-detached houses located in attractive areas of Spain. Check what type of additional amenities may be included in these types of properties.
A swimming pool
A garage
A garden with outdoor furniture
An open kitchen with appliances
Air conditioning
A balcony/terrace
A built-in wardrobe
Semi-detached house with big swimming pool
How much do semi-detached houses in Spain cost?
If you are looking for a bit cheaper alternative, a semi-detached house is the perfect choice. Purchasing a semi-detached house in Spain is a great investment. You may successfully use this type of property for rent and expect a high return on investment in the following years. The prices of semi-detached houses depend on their location, area and amenities. Our property offers are a good option for investors looking for cheaper semi-detached houses, as well as for people with a bigger budget.
Average value of property transactions of the free housing market in Spain
1st quarter 2018 145 297 €
2nd quarter 2018 149 582,4 €
3rd quarter 2018 152 095,1 €
4th quarter 2018 153 179,7 €
1st quarter 2019 152 023,4 €
2nd quarter 2019 154 487,8 €
Who buys semi-detached houses in Spain?
Semi-detached houses in Spain are not only attractive for native investors. In recent years, foreigners are also purchasing properties in Spain. The nationalities that mostly invest in Spain include the following: the British, German, Belgian and Swedish. The favourable situation on the Spanish property market makes the prospect of a high return on such an investment very realistic. According to the data from the Spanish Central Bank, the return on investment may amount to 10.5%!
Average value of property transactions of foreigners on the open-market housing in 2nd quarter 2019 in Spain
New housing – 257 460,2 €
Second hand housing – 157 209,7 €
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