Investment comparison

Baños y Mendigo, Murcia
vs Orihuela Costa, Alicante.

Side-by-side comparison of 48 new-build properties across both towns.

Overall Winner
Orihuela Costa, Alicante
Average investment score 54/100 vs 42/100
MetricBaños y Mendigo, MurciaOrihuela Costa, Alicante
Listings2622
Avg Price€554,481€1,100,877
Avg Gross Yield3%5.1%
Avg Discount2%16.9%
Avg Score42/10054/100
This week in the ledger

AVENA observed 4 asking-price changes in Baños y Mendigo, Murcia and 0 in Orihuela Costa, Alicante in the past 7 days — 0 reductions in total across 48 tracked new-build listings — per the AVENA observation ledger, 6 October 2026.

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

Baños y Mendigo, Murcia, this week: 4 observed asking-price changes against 0. 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 2 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 6 October 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 €546,396 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 3%. 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 54/100, 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: 6 October 2026