Investment comparison

Polop, Alicante
vs Baños y Mendigo, Murcia.

Side-by-side comparison of 53 new-build properties across both towns.

Overall Winner
Polop, Alicante
Average investment score 43/100 vs 42/100
MetricPolop, AlicanteBaños y Mendigo, Murcia
Listings2726
Avg Price€700,277€554,481
Avg Gross Yield3.9%3%
Avg Discount-3.4%2.3%
Avg Score43/10042/100
This week in the ledger

AVENA observed 0 asking-price changes in Polop, Alicante and 4 in Baños y Mendigo, Murcia in the past 7 days — 0 reductions in total across 53 tracked new-build listings — per the AVENA observation ledger, 4 October 2026.

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

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 Polop, Alicante and Baños y Mendigo, Murcia?

In the past 30 days, 1 tracked listing left the market in Polop, Alicante and 0 in Baños y Mendigo, Murcia. 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 4 October 2026

Analysis

When comparing Polop, Alicante and Baños y Mendigo, Murcia 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 €145,796 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, Polop, Alicante edges ahead with an average gross yield of 3.9%, 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, Polop, Alicante takes the lead with an average investment score of 43/100, 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: 4 October 2026