2-bedroom apartment in La Regia

Beyond the €164,900 purchase price, expect 8–10% in additional costs. This includes 6–7% transfer tax (Impuesto sobre Transmisiones Patrimoniales), notary fees (€800–1,200), property registration (€400–600), and a small municipal tax. For non-residents, capital gains tax may apply if you later sell at profit. A Spanish gestoría (administrator) costs €150–250 yearly for tax filings. Most sellers in La Regia negotiate who covers which costs—your agent at Hansson & Hertzell will guide you through this clearly before offer stage.

La Regia attracts Nordic and Central European families seeking authentic Spanish coastal life without tourist chaos. Supermarkets stock international goods, healthcare is reliable, and the school system welcomes expat children. Winter temperatures rarely dip below 10°C. Social life revolves around beach clubs, local restaurants, and established expat groups—you'll integrate quickly. Internet is solid, bureaucracy is manageable if you hire a gestoría, and the pace feels genuinely Spanish rather than theme-park touristy. Most expats describe it as 'home,' not 'holiday.'

Yes, genuinely. Comparable beachfront properties run €220,000–280,000 for identical specs. Non-beachfront two-beds in similar condition typically ask €175,000–195,000. This apartment sits 200 metres back—close enough for serious beach lifestyle, far enough to avoid noise and tourist footfall. The fully renovated condition eliminates hidden costs. Hansson & Hertzell's 500+ transactions show this price range for La Regia properties has strong market support; it reflects fair value, not a bargain or overpricing.

Typically: (1) Offer and acceptance, (2) obtain a Spanish tax number (NIE) via your gestoría, (3) sign purchase agreement with 10% deposit, (4) mortgage approval if needed (Nordic buyers often bring EU bank support), (5) final signing at notary after 2–3 weeks, funds transferred, property registered in your name. Total timeline: 4–6 weeks. You don't need to visit Spain multiple times—your gestoría and estate agent (ideally Hansson & Hertzell) can handle most paperwork remotely. Non-residents must declare property annually to Spanish tax authorities.

La Regia sees strong seasonal rental demand (June–September peaks; December–January second peak). A two-bed, well-furnished apartment typically lets for €1,000–1,400/month in high season, €600–800 off-season. Conservative annual estimate: €8,500–10,500 gross (assuming 70% occupancy). After agent fees (15–20%), maintenance, utilities, and tax, net yield sits 5–6% annually. Our experience across 500+ Costa Blanca transactions shows this property category delivers consistent returns; many owners combine personal use with rental rotation.