€71
335, Panticosa
Orihuela Costa
2 beds2 baths4
WiFiPoolAir Conditioning+4
Long-Term Rentals in Orihuela Costa
Browse 4 long-term rental properties in Orihuela Costa on the Costa Blanca.
Living Long-Term in Orihuela Costa
Orihuela Costa is purpose-built for comfortable long-term living, with modern infrastructure, well-maintained urbanisations and everything a long-stay resident needs within a short drive. The area has a very large Northern European community, meaning English is spoken in most shops, restaurants and medical centres. Fibre internet reaches most developments.
La Zenia Boulevard is the commercial hub, with banks, supermarkets, pharmacies and a medical centre. International schools like El Limonar and Kings College are in Torrevieja and Alicante respectively, both under 30 minutes away. Monthly rents for a two-bedroom apartment with communal pool start from around 600 euros, offering outstanding value.
Monthly Budget
From ~€600/month (2-bed with pool)
Healthcare
Quirónsalud Torrevieja, local clinics
Expat Community
Very large — British, Scandinavian, Dutch
Shopping
La Zenia Boulevard, Mercadona, Iceland
Living in Orihuela Costa — A Practical Guide
Monthly Costs
| Item | Range |
|---|---|
| 1-bed apartment rent | €400–600/month |
| 2-bed apartment rent | €550–800/month |
| Utilities (elec/water/gas) | €80–140/month |
| Fibre internet | €30–40/month |
| Groceries (couple) | €280–380/month |
| Eating out (couple, modest) | €200–280/month |
| Total couple budget | €1,400–2,100/month |
Healthcare
The Hospital Universitario de Torrevieja serves the area (15 minutes by car). There are health centres in Playa Flamenca and La Zenia, both accepting padrón-registered residents for SIP card registration. Multiple private clinics along the N-332 offer English-speaking GPs and dentists. Pharmacies are found in every commercial centre.
NIE, Residency & Banking
NIE appointments are at the Policía Nacional in Alicante (C/ Eusebio Sempere). Orihuela city hall handles padrón registration for all Orihuela Costa residents — the office at Playa Flamenca town hall annex is more convenient. CaixaBank, Sabadell and Bankinter all have branches at La Zenia Boulevard with multilingual staff. Standard contracts are 11 months plus a 1-month deposit.
Getting Around
No train station — a car is essential. Buses connect to Torrevieja and Alicante, but services are infrequent outside peak times. Alicante airport is 40 minutes via the AP-7. The area is spread across multiple urbanisations, making walking between them impractical.
Social Life
The expat community is one of Spain's largest — predominantly British, Scandinavian and Dutch. Social life centres on La Zenia Boulevard, the Saturday markets, golf clubs (Villamartín, Las Ramblas, Campoamor) and dozens of English-language social groups on Facebook and WhatsApp.
Insider Tip
When renting, check whether the community fees (comunidad) are included — many urbanisations charge €50–100/month for pool and garden maintenance, which some landlords pass on separately.
About Orihuela Costa
Orihuela Costa is a modern resort area stretching along some of the most beautiful coastline on the Costa Blanca. Purpose-built for tourism, it offers excellent infrastructure, pristine beaches, championship golf, and world-class dining — all within a short distance of each other.
Home to Zenia Boulevard — one of Spain’s largest open-air shopping centres — and several championship golf courses, Orihuela Costa is perfect for those seeking a high-quality, activity-rich holiday.
The Basics
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Climate
Summer 28–32°C · Winter 12–18°C
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Airport
40 min from Alicante (ALC)
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Beaches
Playa Flamenca, Cabo Roig, La Zenia
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Golf
Villamartin, Las Ramblas, Campoamor
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Best Known For
Zenia Boulevard & golf resorts
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Languages
Spanish, English widely spoken
Things to Do
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Blue Flag Beaches
Orihuela Costa boasts several pristine Blue Flag beaches including Playa Flamenca, Cabo Roig, and Punta Prima — golden sand and crystal-clear water.
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Championship Golf
Five championship golf courses within 15 minutes, including Villamartin, Las Ramblas, Campoamor, Las Colinas, and Vistabella.
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Zenia Boulevard Shopping
One of Spain’s largest open-air shopping centres with over 150 shops, restaurants, cinemas, and a large Mercadona and Primark.
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Cabo Roig Strip
The famous restaurant strip along Cabo Roig beach offers dozens of international restaurants, bars, and nightlife options.
Property Types in Orihuela Costa
Frequently Asked Questions
Maya Kallio
Co-Founder & Business Consultant · Based in Torrevieja since 2018
Maya co-founded OceanHome and oversees operations across 40+ properties on the Costa Blanca. Every tip in this guide comes from years of first-hand experience helping guests from all over the world.