Palomares
Palomares is a living Spanish village just 800 metres from the sea with 40% foreign residents, 2-bedroom apartments from €75,000 and Playa de Quitapellejos with its unique pine forest – one of the coast's most affordable options.
Quick facts Palomares
Population
2 000
2025
Source: Estimat (del av Cuevas del Almanzora kommun)
Foreign residents
30%
Source: Estimat baserat på padrón
Estimated Swedes
10
Mycket liten skandinavisk närvaro
Distance to airport
50 min
Almería (LEI)
Price per m²
1 100 €
Source: Idealista/Marknadsdata
Sunshine hours per year
3100
Average temperature
18°C
Average temperature
Lifestyle in Palomares
Very quiet and unpretentious. People live here because it is simple and affordable. You cycle to the beach, shop at the local store and have a coffee on the square. Many retirees from northern Europe thrive here.
Why Swedes love Palomares
- ✓Among the absolute lowest prices on the Spanish coast — modern apartments under 70,000 EUR.
- ✓Wide sandy beach without crowds — a completely different experience from Costa Blanca.
- ✓The extremely dry climate attracts those with joint problems and rheumatism.
- ✓Perfect as a cheap base for those who want to explore Almería province.
🤔Who is it NOT suitable for?
- •Those who want restaurants, bars and entertainment within walking distance.
- •Those who cannot speak basic Spanish — English barely works.
- •Investors expecting strong price growth — the market is slow.
Districts in Palomares
Palomares Pueblo
The small farming village with a Spanish daily rhythm. Simple, quiet and genuine.
Pros
- +Extremely cheap
- +Authentic atmosphere
- +Still close to the beach (800m)
Cons
- −Minimal services
- −Spanish necessary
- −Limited resale potential
Palomares Beach / Nybyggnation
Modern residential complexes with pool near the beach, built after the 2000s.
Pros
- +Modern standards at rock-bottom prices
- +Communal pool
- +Near the sandy beach
Cons
- −Can feel deserted in winter
- −No restaurants in the immediate vicinity
Climate in Palomares vs Stockholm
2800
Sunshine hours/year
50
Rainy days/year
28°C
July avg
25°C
Sea temp July
| Month | Palomares | Stockholm | Difference | Sea temp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 12°C | -2°C | +14°C | 15°C |
| Apr | 17°C | 5°C | +12°C | 16°C |
| Jul | 28°C | 18°C | +10°C | 24°C |
| Okt | 21°C | 8°C | +13°C | 21°C |
Property market in Palomares
Price trend (5 years)
+6%
Steadily increasing trend since 2020
Estimated Rental Yield
4.5%
Gross yield for long-term rental
Tourist license
Possible
Generally possible to obtain a short-term rental license.
What does a property cost?
Average price ranges for standard properties in good condition.
* Prices are estimated averages and may vary depending on location, condition and view.
Attractions & experiences in Palomares
Playa de Quitapellejos beach (with fine pine forest). Close to Vera Water Park (5 min). Desert Springs golf course (5 min).
Transport & getting around in Palomares
Almería airport 55 min. A car is useful to have, but a bicycle works locally.
The best of Palomares
Billigt
Kustens bästa priser
Lugnt
Ingen massturism
Tallskog
Unik strandmiljö
Läge
Nära Vera & Mojacar
Practical for Swedes
Travel from Sweden
Norwegian (säsong)
Via Almería flygplats
Murcia/Alicante
Murcia 70 min, Alicante 2h med bil
Transfer to the area:
Almería airport 50 min, Murcia airport 70 min. Rental car is the only reasonable option.
Healthcare & Health
Health centre in Cuevas del Almanzora (15 min). Hospital in Huércal-Overa (25 min).
NIE number & Legal
Applied for in Cuevas del Almanzora or Vera.
Swedish services on-site
Compare with nearby areas
💡Tips for buying in Palomares
Check the exact location – some urbanisations are a little way from the village centre. Perfect "entry-level purchase" for those with a smaller budget.
Watch out for
"Those who want restaurants, bars and entertainment within walking distance., Those who cannot speak basic Spanish — English barely works., Investors expecting strong price growth — the market is slow."
Common questions about Palomares
Yes. A modern 2-bed apartment with pool can be found for 50,000-70,000 EUR. This is because the area is relatively unknown and there is a surplus of homes built before the crisis.
An American B-52 dropped four hydrogen bombs over Palomares in 1966. The area has been cleaned up by the US and Spain, and international measurements show it is safe. This partly explains the low prices — the reputation persists despite the danger being gone.
Tourist rental is possible but demand is limited. It will mostly be summer rentals to Spaniards. Do not expect to cover all costs with rental income.
Palomares has approximately 3,100 sunshine hours per year, 12°C in January and 28°C in July. Almería province is one of Europe's driest and sunniest regions. The extremely low rainfall (under 200 mm per year) and mild winters attract those with joint problems and rheumatism (Source AEMET).
Almería (LEI) is the nearest airport, approximately 85 km and 50 minutes away. Murcia (RMU) takes approximately 70 minutes. Norwegian flies seasonally from Stockholm to Almería. A hire car is the only reasonable option — no public transport reaches Palomares directly.
Palomares suits retirees with a limited budget best (modern apartments from €50,000-70,000), those seeking extreme seclusion and beach access without crowds, and those with joint problems who benefit from the dry climate. It does not suit investors seeking strong price growth or tourists wanting restaurants and nightlife.
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