Where to invest to rent out long-term in the province of Alicante?
Long-term rental has become a solid option for real estate investors looking for stability, ongoing income, and less exposure to tourist rental regulatory changes. In this guide we analyse the best areas to buy a property for residential rental in the province of Alicante, according to profitability, demand, services and potential for revaluation.
Why bet on long-term rental in 2025?
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Greater legal certainty and predictability
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Lower operating and management costs
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No need for a tourist license (which in many areas is no longer granted)
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Stable demand from workers, families and national and foreign retirees
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Contracts regulated by the LAU (Urban Leases Law)
Top 5 areas with high potential for stable rental
1. Elche – university and industrial city with high permanent demand
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Large fixed population (more than 230,000 inhabitants)
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Homes from €90,000–€130,000
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Ideal for renting to students, teachers, shoe workers, doctors
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Very close to the airport and Alicante capital
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Average return: 5–6% per year
2. Torrevieja – coastal area with high residential occupancy
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Strong foreign community resident all year round
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Prices still accessible in areas such as La Mata or Acequión
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Ideal for adult tenants, expats, retirees
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High turnover, but contracts of 11 months or more
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Gross return: 6–7% per annum
3. San Vicente del Raspeig – continuous rental by university
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Just 10 km from Alicante
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Cheap homes from 80.000 €
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Stable demand for students and academic staff (University of Alicante)
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Very well connected with tram and utilities
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Profitability: 6–7.5% per annum
4. Alcoy – investment in the national affordable income market
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Inland city with high demand for cheap rentals
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Properties from €50,000
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Ideal for young workers and small local families
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Little affected by tourist saturation
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Net return: 7–8% in well-located areas
5. Alicante (northern and eastern areas) – capital with a diversity of profiles
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High demand in neighborhoods such as Carolinas, San Blas or Altozano
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Ideal for 1–5 year contracts
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Attractive for nationals, civil servants, remote workers
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Prices from 100.000 €
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Variable yield: 5–6.5% depending on the street and type of property
Areas with limitations or low profitability for long-term rental
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Historic centre of Altea, Dénia or Jávea (high investment, low annual occupancy)
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Gated communities oriented 100% to tourism
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Properties with very high community fees or no essential services
Tips for investing in property for stable rental
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Location close to services: transport, supermarkets, hospitals
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Apartment ready to move into: save renovations and attract a better tenant profile
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Avoid areas with neighborhood conflicts or oversupply
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Consider hiring a rental manager if you don't reside in Spain
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Check with a local agent to verify legal and technical status
At Estrellas Properties we select for you the best properties for long-term rental, adapted to your budget and profitability objective. We advise both Spaniards and foreigners, residents and non-residents.
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