Köp bostad i Pilar de la Horadada – Svensk mäklare Costa Blanca
Pilar de la Horadada är den sydligaste kommunen på Costa Blanca. Här får du det bästa av två världar: en levande, genuin spansk stad (Pilar) några kilometer inåt land, och den charmiga kustorten Torre de la Horadada med sina vakttorn och vackra torg vid havet.
Quick facts Pilar de la Horadada
Population
38 000
2024
Source: INE/Estimat
Foreign residents
45%
Source: Estimat (hög andel britter/skandinaver)
Estimated Swedes
2 500
Stor koloni i Torre/Mil Palmeras
Distance to airport
40 min
Alicante-Elche (ALC)
Price per m²
3 300 €
Source: Idealista/Marknadsdata 2025
Sunshine hours per year
3200
Average temperature
20°C
Average temperature
Lifestyle in Pilar de la Horadada
Autentiskt och familjärt. I Pilar lever du spanskt vardagsliv med siesta och fiestor. I Torre är det mer semesterpuls längs strandpromenaden. Mycket populärt för cykling och vandring i den torrlagda flodbädden "Río Seco".
Why Swedes love Pilar de la Horadada
- ✓The combination of old and new: The old tower in Torre meets ultra-modern villas in Higuericas.
- ✓Cycle-friendliness: The area is flat and has excellent cycle paths (including the green route to the sea).
- ✓The sports centre: Pilar has one of the coast's best municipal sports facilities with a swimming pool and tennis.
- ✓The "real" Spain: In Pilar itself, the Spanish live, which gives life year-round.
🤔Who is it NOT suitable for?
- •Those who want skyscrapers and neon lights (high-rise building near the coast is not allowed here).
- •Party lovers (it is calm and family-oriented, nightlife is limited).
- •Those who want rocky coves and deep inlets (here it is shallow sandy beaches).
Districts in Pilar de la Horadada
Torre de la Horadada
The coastal gem with the iconic watchtower. Charming and genuine.
Pros
- +Genuine Spanish charm
- +Fine squares with restaurants
- +Beautiful beaches
Cons
- −Limited services in winter
- −Higher prices near the sea
Mil Palmeras
Modern beach area known for its "thousand palm trees".
Pros
- +Fantastic sandy beach
- +Lots of new construction
- +Flat and easily accessible
Cons
- −Lots of tourists in summer
Pilar Pueblo (Centrum)
The main town located 2-3 km inland. Lively year-round.
Pros
- +All services year-round
- +Cheaper housing
- +Real Spanish everyday life
Cons
- −Not walking distance to the beach
- −Less holiday feel
Lo Romero Golf
Exclusive golf area ("The Golf Island") just outside the town.
Pros
- +Beautiful natural surroundings
- +Prestigious course
- +Modern villas
Cons
- −Car dependent
Climate in Pilar de la Horadada vs Stockholm
2800
Sunshine hours/year
50
Rainy days/year
28°C
July avg
25°C
Sea temp July
| Month | Pilar de la Horadada | Stockholm | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 16°C | -2°C | +18°C | |
| Apr | 21°C | 5°C | +16°C | |
| Jul | 30°C | 18°C | +12°C | 26°C |
| Okt | 24°C | 8°C | +16°C |
Property market in Pilar de la Horadada
Price trend (5 years)
+15%
Steadily increasing trend since 2020
Estimated Rental Yield
6.5%
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.
The best of Pilar de la Horadada
Två centrum
Stad & Kust
Trendigt
Modern nyproduktion
Higuericas
Populär strand
Aktivt
Vandring & Cykling
Practical for Swedes
Travel from Sweden
SAS, Norwegian, Ryanair
Dagligen
Ryanair
3-4 ggr/vecka
Transfer to the area:
Equally convenient to Alicante (50 min) and Murcia (40 min). Taxi approx. €60-70.
Healthcare & Health
Health centre in Pilar centre and summer opening in Torre. Hospital in Torrevieja (15 min).
NIE number & Legal
Applied for locally (police). Good service at the town hall for foreigners (CIC).
Swedish services on-site
Compare with nearby areas
💡Tips for buying in Pilar de la Horadada
Higuericas-området är dyrast och trendigast. Pilar centrum ger mest hus för pengarna och liv året runt. Mil Palmeras för ren strandfokus.
Watch out for
"Those who want skyscrapers and neon lights (high-rise building near the coast is not allowed here)., Party lovers (it is calm and family-oriented, nightlife is limited)., Those who want rocky coves and deep inlets (here it is shallow sandy beaches)."
Common questions about Pilar de la Horadada
Pilar is the main town inland with a town hall, schools and year-round life. Torre is the coastal part with beaches and holiday properties.
No, generally not, but near nature areas (Rio Seco) they can occur occasionally. The municipality actively combats them.
Yes, it gets quieter but people live there year-round. Shops and restaurants are open.
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