There are several good zoos near Calpe, with three around 30 minutes to just over an hour’s drive away and a couple more worth travelling further for if you want to make a full day of it. If you’re looking for somewhere to take the kids, entertaining grandchildren who are staying with you, or simply … Read more
A clear update on property prices in Calpe, based on the latest published Idealista data and wider Costa Blanca market figures. All figures are dated to their source month and updated regularly. What the latest data shows Property in Calpe averaged €3,545 per square metre in May 2026, according to Idealista, putting the town clearly … Read more
Calpe is not a cheap property market, but it is not an overpriced one either. On the Costa Blanca North, it falls into a middle position: Javea and Moraira cost noticeably more for similar property, Altea is broadly comparable, and prices usually drop once you head south toward Alicante and Torrevieja, although by then you … Read more
The asking price on a Calpe listing is the start of the conversation, not the end of it. Purchase a €300,000 apartment in Arenal-Bol and your final cost will be closer to €335,000 by the time the keys are yours. That gap is the part most buyers underestimate, and it is the part I want … Read more
For many buyers, 2026 is a sensible time to look seriously at Calpe. Prices remain firm, demand is healthy, and recent tax changes in the Valencia region have reduced purchase costs slightly for many buyers. But the answer is not simply “yes, buy now.” Timing only matters if the property, location, running costs, and long-term … Read more
Arenal-Bol is one of Calpe’s strongest apartment areas, and the one we often point buyers towards when they want the beach nearby without losing the town around them. It sits along one of Calpe’s main beaches while staying well connected to the centre, which gives it a flexibility that few other areas in town can … Read more
La Fossa is one of the most popular apartment areas in Calpe. It sits right on the seafront, backed by the Peñón de Ifach, with shops, restaurants and daily essentials all within walking distance. But visiting on holiday and buying here are two different things. This guide is for buyers who want to understand what … Read more
If you’re comparing La Fossa and Arenal-Bol, you’ve already made a smart call: buying near the beach in Calpe. Now it’s a straight choice between two of the town’s best apartment areas, and once you see the difference laid out, it’s an easy one to reason through. Here’s the single line that explains most of … Read more
Selling a property in Spain can look simple from the outside, but common mistakes when selling a property in Spain can quickly slow the process down. Put the home on the market, arrange viewings, accept an offer, and move towards completion. In practice, it is rarely that straightforward. Many owners make avoidable mistakes when selling … Read more
When you buy a resale property in Calpe, the biggest extra cost is usually not the notary, the lawyer, or the land registry. It is ITP, Spain’s property transfer tax. ITP stands for Impuesto sobre Transmisiones Patrimoniales. It applies when you buy a second-hand property from a private owner. For buyers in Calpe, Moraira, Benissa, … Read more
Just landed at Alicante Airport and heading for Calpe? Good news: it is an easy run, a little under an hour up the coast in good traffic, and you have plenty of ways to do it. The right one really comes down to three things: what time you land, how much luggage you are bringing, … Read more
The Peñón de Ifach looks impressive from the beach, but it feels completely different when you see it from the water. From offshore, the coastline opens up and the scale of the rock becomes much easier to understand. Calpe boat trips range from short sunset cruises to swim-stop catamarans and snorkelling tours around the rock. … Read more
