Spain
Property for sale in Calpe
Beachfront living under the Peñón de Ifach
Calpe combines two things that rarely sit together on the Costa Blanca: wide sandy town beaches and a genuine Spanish town centre. The Peñón de Ifach rock splits the coast into Arenal-Bol on one side and La Fossa on the other, and most of the sought-after apartment stock looks straight onto one of them.
It is the most liquid market in the area — there is always something for sale, from compact seafront apartments to hillside villas at Maryvilla and Empedrola with views across the bay.
The Calpe market today
Calpe trades on volume rather than scarcity: seafront apartments dominate transactions, while villas on the hillsides serve buyers who want space and a view. Price per square metre drops quickly as you move back from the promenade, which is where value buyers usually look.
Who buys here
First-time Spanish-coast buyers, rental investors chasing summer occupancy, and retirees who want to be able to walk everywhere.
Homes for sale in Calpe
Buying costs and taxes in Spain
Budget for these on top of the asking price of any Calpe property. Rates are statutory and, in Spain, set regionally — the figures below are the ones that apply to Calpe.
What it costs to buy in Spain
Buyer-side costs on top of the agreed price. Rates reviewed August 2026.
| Cost | Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Transfer tax (ITP) — resale | 6–10% | Set by each autonomous region. Valencian Community 10%, Andalucía 7%, Balearics 8–13% on a sliding scale. |
| VAT (IVA) — new build | 10% | Replaces ITP on a first sale from a developer. 21% on plots and commercial units. |
| Stamp duty (AJD) — new build | 0.5–1.5% | Charged alongside IVA only; region-dependent (Valencia 1.5%, Andalucía 1.2%). |
| Notary | 0.1–0.5% | Statutory scale, degressive with price. |
| Land registry | 0.1–0.3% | Statutory scale. |
| Lawyer | ~1% + VAT | Market rate for independent conveyancing; strongly recommended. |
| Mortgage costs | 0.5–1.5% | Valuation and arrangement fee if financing. Since 2019 the bank pays AJD on the mortgage deed. |
| Realistic total (resale) | 10–13% on top of the price · new build: 12–14% (IVA + AJD + fees) | |
Annual cost of ownership
| Charge | Typical | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| IBI (council property tax) | 0.4–1.1% | Of the cadastral value, which is usually well below market value. |
| Non-resident income tax | 19% / 24% | On imputed or actual rental income. 19% for EU/EEA residents, 24% otherwise. |
| Rubbish & community fees | €200–€4,000 | Community fees depend entirely on the urbanisation's facilities. |
Indicative figures for guidance only, not tax advice. Regional rates change — confirm with your lawyer and the official source: Agencia Tributaria — property transfer taxes.
Calpe buyer questions
- Which beach is better in Calpe, Arenal-Bol or La Fossa?
- Arenal-Bol sits next to the old town and the marina and is the busier, more commercial side. La Fossa is wider and more open, popular with families and with newer apartment blocks behind it.
- Can I rent out a property in Calpe to tourists?
- Tourist letting in the Valencian Community requires a registered licence for the specific property. Always confirm the licence status before you buy if rental income is part of your plan.