Investment comparison

Baños y Mendigo, Murcia
vs Orihuela Costa, Alicante.

Side-by-side comparison of 46 new-build properties across both towns.

Overall Winner
Orihuela Costa, Alicante
Average investment score 53/100 vs 40/100
MetricBaños y Mendigo, MurciaOrihuela Costa, Alicante
Listings2323
Avg Price€559,152€1,064,965
Avg Gross Yield2.9%5.1%
Avg Discount-1.6%16.9%
Avg Score40/10053/100
This week in the ledger

AVENA observed 3 asking-price changes in Baños y Mendigo, Murcia and 1 in Orihuela Costa, Alicante in the past 7 days — 3 reductions in total across 46 tracked new-build listings — per the AVENA observation ledger, 22 August 2026.

Which is repricing faster right now — Baños y Mendigo, Murcia or Orihuela Costa, Alicante?

Baños y Mendigo, Murcia, this week: 3 observed asking-price changes against 1. AVENA observes every tracked listing nightly, so these are recorded repricings with dates — not estimates.

Are new builds selling in Baños y Mendigo, Murcia and Orihuela Costa, Alicante?

In the past 30 days, 0 tracked listings left the market in Baños y Mendigo, Murcia and 3 in Orihuela Costa, Alicante. AVENA records the final asking price each listing held when it disappeared — an absorption record listing portals do not keep.

Source: AVENA observation ledger · every tracked listing recorded nightly · updated 22 August 2026

Analysis

When comparing Baños y Mendigo, Murcia and Orihuela Costa, Alicante as property investment destinations on Spain's coast, several key differences emerge. Baños y Mendigo, Murcia is the more affordable option, with average new-build prices approximately €505,813 lower. This price advantage can make a significant difference for investors working within a fixed budget or seeking higher leverage.

In terms of rental income, Orihuela Costa, Alicante edges ahead with an average gross yield of 5.1%, while Baños y Mendigo, Murcia sits at 2.9%. The yield gap reflects differences in purchase prices relative to achievable rental rates in each area.

Overall, Orihuela Costa, Alicante takes the lead with an average investment score of 53/100, factoring in value, yield potential, location quality, developer track record, and market positioning. That said, both towns have compelling listings — the best strategy is to shortlist properties in each location and compare them on a deal-by-deal basis. Market conditions shift, and today’s underdog can become tomorrow’s hotspot.

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Data last updated: 22 August 2026