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Edition #42|Friday, 22 May 2026|Spanish Property Market

Spain's coastal property market exhibits pronounced regional segmentation, with 1,881 tracked properties averaging EUR687,140 and yielding 3.7%. Málaga province dominates supply with 731 properties but delivers compressed yields averaging 2.0%, while Alicante markets offer superior income generation at 4.0-6.0% yields with lower entry costs. The EUR2.3 million Moraira-Teulada premium reflects established luxury demand, though broader market trends favor value-oriented Alicante and Murcia allocations. Today's standout Cox development achieves 10.0% yield at EUR255,000, highlighting opportunities in emerging Costa Blanca markets. Regional yield spreads suggest tactical reallocation opportunities exist for income-focused investors willing to move beyond traditional Marbella-Estepona corridors toward higher-yielding Alicante municipalities.

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THE BRIEF

  • Market tracks 1,881 properties at EUR687,140 average price
  • Cox bungalow project delivers 10.0% yield at EUR255,000 entry
  • Málaga commands premium pricing, Alicante offers superior yields
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TOWN IN FOCUS

Moraira_Teulada

Moraira-Teulada emerges as a premium coastal enclave with 9 properties averaging EUR2,336,667, positioning it as the second-highest priced market in our coverage after Marbella's EUR1,807,124 average. The municipality's 4.1% average yield significantly outperforms other luxury coastal markets—Marbella delivers just 1.8% and Benahavís 1.7%—suggesting Moraira-Teulada offers compelling risk-adjusted returns for high-net-worth investors. The average property score of 63 ranks among the strongest in our database, indicating superior fundamentals across location, amenities, and growth potential. This performance reflects Moraira-Teulada's positioning as an established international resort destination with limited development capacity, creating natural supply constraints. The town's appeal centers on its protected coastline, yacht club facilities, and established expat community, primarily attracting Northern European buyers seeking second homes. Current inventory suggests selective buying opportunities exist, though the EUR2.3 million average price point limits accessibility to institutional and ultra-high-net-worth segments. The combination of premium pricing with above-average yields indicates strong rental demand, likely driven by luxury vacation rental markets and seasonal tenancy agreements. For investors seeking exposure to Spain's top-tier coastal markets, Moraira-Teulada presents a more yield-attractive alternative to traditional Marbella and Benahavís allocations.
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ANALYST NOTE

Today's data reveals a bifurcated market structure with clear geographic yield premiums. Alicante province consistently outperforms on yield metrics—Pilar de La Horadada at 6.0%, Finestrat at 5.6%, and Algorfa at 5.1%—while Málaga commands valuation premiums but compresses returns. The standout Cox development at 10.0% yield represents exceptional value in the current environment, though investors should scrutinize the sustainability of double-digit returns in Spain's current rate environment. Málaga's dominance in absolute pricing—six municipalities exceed EUR680,000 average—reflects infrastructure advantages and international recognition, but creates entry barriers for yield-focused strategies. The 3.7% market-wide average yield appears compressed relative to current Spanish 10-year bonds at approximately 3.1%, suggesting limited risk premium for real estate exposure. Regional concentration remains pronounced with Málaga representing 731 properties (38.9% of coverage) while offering the lowest aggregate yields. This creates tactical opportunities in Alicante and Murcia markets where yield-to-risk ratios appear more favorable for income-focused allocations.

THE NUMBER

10.0%

Cox bungalow project yield, representing the highest return opportunity in today's market tracking.

TOP MOVERS

Estepona0.2%
Mijas0.2%
Torrevieja2.3%
Pilar de La Horadada2.0%
Los Alcazares1.0%
Marbella1.9%
Fuengirola1.5%
Finestrat1.9%

DEAL OF THE DAY

Score 79

New Bungalows and Townhouses in Cox, Alicante

Cox, Alicante · Townhouse · 3 bed

EUR 255.00010.0% gross yield
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