Alicante Apartments for Sale: The Entry Prices That Still Surprise Buyers on the Costa Blanca (2026)

Alicante Province Still Holds Some of Spain's Most Competitive Coastal Entry Prices

Ask any buyer who has shopped in Marbella, Mallorca or the Balearics, and the Alicante province feels like a revelation. While headline figures for Jávea and Moraira now sit above €4,000 per square metre, the broader province — running from the city of Alicante northward through the Costa Blanca — still presents a price spectrum that stretches further down than almost anywhere else on Spain's Mediterranean arc.

According to real estate appraisal firm Gesvalt Tasaciones, the Alicante province average stood at €1,863/m² in Q1 2026 — still below Spain's national median of approximately €2,012/m². That headline figure conceals enormous variety, but it tells a meaningful story: across its 140 kilometres of coastline and its inland towns, the province continues to serve buyers at price points that have largely disappeared from the Costa del Sol or the Balearics.

The Four-Tier Price Map

Engel & Völkers' June 2026 data puts the Costa Blanca apartment average at €2,827/m² — up 8% year on year. Within that average, the market divides into roughly four bands:

Buyers who enter at the right tier for their budget find genuine value at every level — the province simply requires that you understand which band you are shopping in.

What Different Budgets Actually Buy

Under €150,000. A realistic entry point in Alicante city's inland districts, where a studio of 45–55 m² or a compact one-bedroom can be found in older resale stock. Carolinas Bajas remains the most accessible neighbourhood that still offers a two-bedroom apartment under €170,000. These are urban rather than coastal settings, but well connected and popular with budget-conscious investors buying for rental yield.

€150,000–€250,000. The range that opens up secondary Costa Blanca towns and older coastal resale apartments of 60–80 m². A typical two-bedroom in this bracket averages €175,000–€245,000, according to Investropa's 2026 analysis. This budget also reaches the lower end of Dénia and the satellite towns of the Costa Blanca North — areas that sit within 20 minutes of Jávea but at meaningfully lower per-square-metre prices.

€250,000–€400,000. The mid-tier that unlocks genuine coastal quality — modern resale apartments close to the sea in Jávea's Arenal or El Puerto, well-finished flats in Dénia, or new-build one- and two-bedroom apartments in towns like Calpe or Altea. New-build commands a 30–40% premium over comparable resale stock, so buyers at this level face a clear choice between a newer build slightly further inland or a well-located resale with sea views.

Above €400,000. Full entry into the premium Costa Blanca North market: two- and three-bedroom apartments in Jávea's prime zones, Moraira village apartments, or top-floor units with panoramic Mediterranean views. The €4,000/m² threshold that Jávea crossed in 2026 feels high in provincial terms — but compared with €6,000–€8,000/m² for equivalent quality in Mallorca, it remains a compelling proposition for buyers who want genuine Mediterranean lifestyle without Balearic pricing.

Why the Province Holds Its Value Argument

Three structural factors underpin Alicante's continued competitiveness. First, foreign demand is deep and broad: Alicante accounts for 43% of its residential sales to foreign buyers — three times Spain's national average — which keeps the market liquid across all price tiers. Second, infrastructure continues to improve, with the AP-7 motorway, expanding Alicante-Elche Airport, and improving rail links reinforcing accessibility for northern European buyers. Third, the Valencian Community's June 2026 tax reform cut the property transfer tax (ITP) to 9% and stamp duty to 1.4% — reducing total transaction costs to around 12–13% of the purchase price when legal fees and notary charges are included. That compares favourably with Andalusia, where costs run closer to 15% for resale property.

The Price-Growth Context

Prices are rising — firmly. Q1 2026 saw 12.9% growth across the province by Gesvalt's measure, with some valuers citing figures as high as 18.3% for Alicante province year on year. The pace has moderated slightly from 2025's peaks, but the structural drivers — undersupply of quality coastal stock, sustained foreign demand, and near-record transaction volumes — show no sign of reversing. Buyers who have been watching from the sidelines have largely concluded that waiting for a correction is more expensive than the correction itself. The entry prices that still exist in this market are prices that belong to 2026; in 2027 they will look different.

Budgeting Beyond the Asking Price

For any apartment purchase in the Valencian Community, buyers should add approximately 12–13% to the asking price to cover:

• ITP (property transfer tax): 9% of the purchase price (resale properties)
• Stamp duty (AJD): 1.4% (new-build purchases)
• Notary and land registry fees: approximately 1–1.5%
• Legal representation: typically 1% of the purchase price

Non-residents also need to account for ongoing Modelo 210 non-resident income tax filings and annual IBI (local property tax) — both entirely manageable but worth factoring into the running cost calculation from the outset.

A Province Worth Taking Seriously

The Alicante province is not a single market — it is a stacked series of markets, from urban budget flats to clifftop villas, all sitting within the same 300-sunny-days-a-year climate and the same remarkably accessible transport network. Whether a buyer's priority is a foothold investment, a full-time residence or a holiday base with strong rental potential, the province still holds entry points that most of coastal Spain surrendered years ago.

Frequently asked questions

What is the cheapest type of apartment available in Alicante province? Studio apartments in inland districts of Alicante city start from approximately €85,000–€125,000, representing the province's lowest entry point. Resale stock in these areas trades at around €1,350–€2,050/m².

What is the average price per square metre for apartments in the Costa Blanca in 2026? Engel & Völkers puts the Costa Blanca apartment average at €2,827/m² as of June 2026, up roughly 8% year on year. Premium Costa Blanca North towns such as Jávea and Moraira have crossed €4,000/m².

How much do I need to budget on top of the asking price when buying in the Valencian Community? Budget approximately 12–13% on top of the purchase price to cover ITP (9% for resale), stamp duty (1.4% for new-build), notary and land registry fees (~1–1.5%), and legal costs (~1%). The ITP was cut to 9% on 1 June 2026.

Are Alicante property prices still rising in 2026? Yes. Q1 2026 saw province-wide price growth of 12.9% according to Gesvalt Tasaciones, with some metrics citing as much as 18.3% year on year. The pace has eased slightly from 2025 peaks but remains well above the European average.

Is new-build or resale better value in the Alicante market? New-build typically commands 30–40% more per square metre than comparable resale stock. Resale offers better value per square metre in established areas; new-build offers better quality finishes and often lower maintenance costs. The right choice depends on budget, location and how quickly you want to move in.

Does buying in the Costa Blanca North (Jávea, Moraira) still make sense given higher prices? Yes. Even at €4,000+/m², Jávea and Moraira remain significantly below equivalent quality in the Balearics (€6,000–€8,000/m²) or the Costa del Sol's top zones. The premium reflects genuine lifestyle and resale demand, and the market has historically held its value well through cycles.