Buying Guide
Sea View Villas Under €700,000
The Costa Blanca offers some of the best value sea view properties in the Mediterranean. Here's how to find yours.
A sea view villa in Spain for under €700,000 isn't a compromise—it's entirely achievable if you know where to look. The Costa Blanca, stretching from Dénia to Torrevieja, offers dramatic coastline, established infrastructure, and prices that still make sense.
Where to Find the Best Value
The Costa Blanca divides naturally into north and south, with Alicante city as the midpoint. Each area has its own character, and prices vary significantly between towns just a few kilometres apart.
The northern Costa Blanca—from Dénia down to Altea—is the more upmarket stretch. Towns like Jávea, Moraira, and Calpe attract an established international community. Properties here tend to be better built, plots are larger, and the scenery is more dramatic. You'll find sea view villas starting around €500,000, with the sweet spot for quality around €600,000-€700,000.
Head further south and prices drop noticeably. The southern Costa Blanca—Torrevieja, Orihuela Costa, and the Mar Menor—offers sea view properties from €350,000. Build quality varies more here, so due diligence matters. But for buyers on a budget, there's genuine value to be found.
Avoid buying purely on price. A €400,000 villa with a 20-minute drive to the nearest supermarket will feel like a mistake within months. Location within the location matters.
Life on the Costa Blanca
What €700,000 Actually Gets You
At this price point, expect a detached villa with 3-4 bedrooms, a private pool, and genuine sea views—not a distant glimpse. Plot sizes range from 500m² to 1,000m², depending on the area.
The best properties in this bracket share certain characteristics:
- South or south-east orientation for all-day sun
- Open-plan living with floor-to-ceiling windows
- Covered terrace with outdoor kitchen or BBQ area
- Private pool (8x4m minimum)
- Low-maintenance landscaping
- Off-street parking or garage
Build quality matters more than you might think. Spanish construction from the 2000s boom era is often problematic—poor insulation, cheap materials, questionable plumbing. Properties built after 2015, or those with significant recent renovations, are generally safer bets.
The difference between a €550,000 villa and a €650,000 villa is rarely size—it's quality, orientation, and those intangible details that make a house feel like home.
New builds in this price range offer modern specifications, builder warranties, and energy efficiency. Read our new build guide for the full process. The trade-off is waiting 12-24 months for completion and fewer character features. Resale properties offer immediate occupation and established gardens, but may need updating.
New Build vs Resale
Both options have merit. Your choice depends on timeline, budget, and how much you value immediate occupation versus modern specifications.
New Build
Resale
How to Get the Best Deal
The Costa Blanca property market moves in cycles. Right now, we're in a buyer-friendly moment—prices have softened from their 2022 peak, motivated sellers exist, and there's less competition than during the post-pandemic frenzy.
Here's how to maximise your budget:
1. Be ready to move quickly
The best properties sell fast. Have your NIE number, bank account, and mortgage pre-approval (if needed) sorted before you start viewing seriously. When you find the right property, you'll need to put down a reservation deposit within days.
2. Look at properties that have been listed for 6+ months
Sellers who've been on the market for a while are often more realistic. A property listed at €750,000 six months ago might accept €650,000 today—especially if the owners need to sell.
3. Consider renovation projects
A dated villa in a prime location can offer better long-term value than a turn-key property in a mediocre spot. Budget €50,000-€100,000 for a full interior renovation, more if the pool or exterior needs work.
4. Don't skip due diligence
Your lawyer should verify: legal ownership, no outstanding debts, all building permits in order, and that the property matches its land registry description. This costs €1,500-€2,000 and is non-negotiable. See our complete buying process guide.
5. Visit in winter
Anyone can sell the Spanish dream in July. Visit in January to see the property without rose-tinted glasses. Is it warm enough? Is the road access OK? Is there a community around, or does it feel empty?
Budget & Costs
Budget approximately 12-13% on top of the purchase price for taxes and fees. For a €650,000 property, that means around €80,000 in additional costs, bringing your total to approximately €730,000.
If you're financing the purchase, Spanish banks offer up to 70% loan-to-value for non-residents. At current rates, a €450,000 mortgage over 20 years runs around €2,800/month.
Buying Costs
The Bottom Line
A sea view villa on the Costa Blanca for under €700,000 is not only possible—it's a realistic goal for prepared buyers. The key is knowing where to look, being ready to act, and working with professionals who understand the local market.
Start with a clear brief: your must-haves, your nice-to-haves, and your deal-breakers. Visit the area before you start viewing properties. And remember—the perfect property rarely exists, but the right property does.