€263,165
New Build 2-Bedroom Apartment in Playa Levante, Santa Pola
Santa Pola · Playa Levante
2 beds2 baths94m²
Near beachTerraceSolarium+6
Costa Blanca
New Build in Santa Pola
Explore 6 new developments and off-plan properties in Santa Pola.
6 new-build properties in Santa Pola
€275,000
New-Build 2-Bedroom Apartment in Eroski, Santa Pola
Santa Pola · Eroski
2 beds2 baths82m²
New buildCommunal poolParking (2 spaces)+5
€318,000
New-Build 2-Bedroom Penthouse in Eroski, Santa Pola
Santa Pola · Eroski
2 beds2 baths141m²
New buildCommunal poolSolarium+7
€338,000
New-Build 3-Bedroom Apartment in Eroski, Santa Pola
Santa Pola · Eroski
3 beds2 baths118m²
New build3 bedrooms2 bathrooms+6
€375,000
New-Build 3-Bedroom Apartment in Tamarit, Santa Pola
Santa Pola · Tamarit
3 beds2 baths91m²
Communal poolLift2 parking spaces+4
€570,000
New Build 3-Bedroom Penthouse in Tamarit, Santa Pola
Santa Pola · Tamarit
3 beds2 baths174m²
Communal poolNear beachSolarium+6
Market Overview
New Developments in Santa Pola
Santa Pola combines an authentic Spanish fishing-port character with growing new-build activity, making it one of the more affordable coastal entry points on the southern Costa Blanca. New apartment complexes near Gran Playa offer two-bedroom units from approximately €150,000, while larger three-bedroom apartments and penthouses with rooftop solariums reach €220,000–€280,000. Villa developments on the outskirts towards Gran Alacant provide detached homes with pools from around €300,000.
New construction in Santa Pola benefits from the town’s proximity to Alicante-Elche airport (just 15 minutes by car) and the Tabarca Island marine reserve. Developments are built to A/B energy standards with communal pools, padel courts, and covered parking. Santa Pola’s salt-lake nature reserve, working fish market, and lively harbour-front restaurants give it genuine local character that appeals to buyers seeking more than a resort setting. Ferry connections to Tabarca Island add a unique lifestyle element.
Apartments from €150k near Gran Playa; villas from €300k towards Gran Alacant
15 minutes from Alicante airport with ferry access to Tabarca Island marine reserve
A/B energy-rated complexes with communal pools, padel courts & covered parking
Affordable entry point with authentic fishing-port character and growing demand
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New Build Guide
Buying Off-Plan in Santa Pola
Santa Pola combines fishing-port authenticity with growing new-build activity near Gran Playa and Gran Alacant. Entry prices start from approximately €150,000 for a two-bedroom apartment — among the lowest on the southern Costa Blanca for a coastal location. The 15-minute proximity to Alicante airport and Tabarca Island ferry access give it unique positioning for both investors and lifestyle buyers.
The Off-Plan Buying Process
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Reservation & NIE
Pay a reservation fee (typically €3,000–€10,000) to take the property off the market. You will need a Spanish NIE (tax identification number) and a Spanish bank account, both of which your lawyer can arrange.
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Private Purchase Contract
Within 30 days, sign the contrato privado de compraventa and pay 10% of the purchase price (minus the reservation). This contract locks in the price and your chosen customisation options. Your deposit is protected by a bank guarantee under Ley 57/68.
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Stage Payments During Build
For off-plan properties, further payments of 20–30% are due at construction milestones (foundations, structure, finishes). Each payment is backed by the mandatory bank guarantee — if the developer fails to deliver, you get your money back.
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Pre-Delivery Snagging Inspection
Before completion, you (or your appointed surveyor) conduct a snagging inspection of the finished property. The developer must remedy any defects before handover. A retention amount of 5–10% of the final payment is typically held back until snagging items are resolved.
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Completion & Notary Signing
Sign the escritura pública (title deed) before a notary, pay the remaining balance (usually 60–70% of the purchase price), and receive your keys. The notary registers the property at the Land Registry in your name. Typical completion timeline for off-plan: 18–24 months from reservation.
New Build Costs & Taxes
| Cost Item | Rate | Note |
|---|---|---|
| IVA (VAT) | 10% | Applies to all new-build purchases nationwide — replaces the ITP (transfer tax) charged on resale properties |
| AJD (Stamp Duty) | 1.5% | Rate set by the Valencian Community regional government |
| Notary Fees | 0.5–1% | Scaled by property price; fixed by government tariff |
| Legal Fees | 1–1.5% | Independent lawyer recommended — never use the developer's lawyer |
| Land Registry | 0.5–1% | Registering the title deed in your name |
| Total Purchase Cost | ~13.5–15% | New-build total on top of the property price in Valencian Community |
What to Expect in New Construction
- Energy rating A or B — mandatory for new construction under the Código Técnico de la Edificación
- Double-glazed thermal-break aluminium windows (Cortizo, Schüco, or equivalent)
- Pre-installed ducted air conditioning with aerothermal heat-pump system
- Underfloor heating in bathrooms; LED lighting throughout all rooms
- Porcelain tile flooring with buyer-selectable finishes (kitchen, bathrooms, living areas)
- Pre-installed fibre-optic internet and electric vehicle charging pre-installation
- Secure underground parking with storage room included
- 10-year structural warranty under the LOE (Ley de Ordenación de la Edificación)
Insider Tip — Santa Pola
Santa Pola's airport proximity makes it exceptional for short-let returns — guests can be on your terrace within 30 minutes of landing. When choosing a unit, prioritise complexes with tourist licence eligibility (check with the Generalitat Valenciana) and sea-view orientation for maximum occupancy rates.
About Santa Pola
Santa Pola is a genuine, working fishing port on the Costa Blanca, just 20 minutes from Alicante Airport. The town’s daily fish auction at the Lonja is still the heartbeat of the community, and the seafood restaurants lining the harbour serve catches that were swimming in the Mediterranean just hours earlier.
The town sits between two remarkable natural features: the Santa Pola Salt Lakes nature reserve — home to flamingos year-round — and the Sierra de Santa Pola cliffs with hidden rocky coves offering excellent snorkelling.
Santa Pola’s greatest claim to fame is its ferry connection to Tabarca Island, Spain’s smallest permanently inhabited island. Just 30 minutes by boat, Tabarca is a car-free paradise with crystal-clear waters and a marine reserve.
The Basics
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Climate
Summer 28–32°C · Winter 10–17°C
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Airport
20 min from Alicante (ALC) — closest town!
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Beaches
Gran Playa, Playa Lisa, Calas de Santiago Bernabeu
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Attractions
Tabarca Island, Salt Lakes, Castle-fortress
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Best Known For
Tabarca Island ferry & flamingos
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Languages
Spanish primarily, some English
Things to Do
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Tabarca Island Day Trip
Take the 30-minute ferry to Spain’s smallest inhabited island. Explore the 18th-century walled village, snorkel in the marine reserve, and enjoy fresh seafood on the waterfront.
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Flamingo Salt Lakes
The Santa Pola salt lakes nature reserve is home to flamingos, avocets, and black-winged stilts year-round. One of the most important wetland habitats in the western Mediterranean.
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Windsurfing & Kitesurfing
Playa Lisa is famous across Europe for its consistent winds, making it one of the continent’s top destinations for windsurfing and kitesurfing.
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Castle & Old Town
The 16th-century castle-fortress houses the Sea and Fishing Museum. The surrounding old town is filled with traditional tapas bars and bakeries.
Property Types in Santa Pola
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.