Playa Flamenca
Alicante, Spain

Köp bostad i Playa Flamenca – Svensk mäklare Costa Blanca

Playa Flamenca är hjärtat av Orihuela Costa – ett levande område året runt med en perfekt balans mellan strandliv, shopping och nöjen. Känd för sina två vackra badvikar, Cala Mosca och Cala Estaca, och den enormt populära lördagsmarknaden.

Quick facts Playa Flamenca

Population

5 000

2025

Source: Estimat (Orihuela Costa total 30k)

Foreign residents

50%

Source: Lokala estimat

Estimated Swedes

800

Uppskattat antal

Distance to airport

45 min

Alicante-Elche (ALC)

Price per m²

2 750 €

Source: Marknadsanalys 2026

Sunshine hours per year

2900

Average temperature

19°C

Average temperature

Lifestyle in Playa Flamenca

Aktivt och socialt. Här finns allt inom gångavstånd: stränder, hundratals restauranger, go-kart, och kustens största köpcentrum Zenia Boulevard precis intill. Mycket populärt bland skandinaver och britter.

Why Swedes love Playa Flamenca

  • Perfect balance: Not as hectic as Torrevieja centre, but more life than pure dormitory towns.
  • The Saturday market: A weekly tradition for many Swedes to buy fresh fruit and vegetables here.
  • Zenia Boulevard: Close to the coast's largest shopping centre (walking distance from many parts).
  • Swedish services: Scandinavian estate agents, hairdressers and restaurants are just around the corner.

🤔Who is it NOT suitable for?

  • Those wanting total isolation – it is a popular and built-up area.
  • Those seeking authentic, old Spanish architecture (most was built after 1990).
  • Party-goers wanting clubs open until 6am (Benidorm or Torrevieja harbour is better for that).

Districts in Playa Flamenca

Strandnära (Cala Mosca)

3 200 €/m²

Exclusive location near the beautiful coves and promenade.

Holiday-makersInvestors

Pros

  • +High rental potential
  • +Sea views
  • +Walking distance to beach

Cons

  • Higher price tag
  • Busy in summer

Centrala Playa Flamenca

2 500 €/m²

The area around the Saturday market and Mercadona. Practical and lively.

Year-round residentsRetirees

Pros

  • +Close to all amenities
  • +Good bus connections
  • +Affordable

Cons

  • Traffic on market days
  • Less holiday feel than by the sea

La Florida

2 200 €/m²

Established villa area just above the N-332. Very popular among expats.

House ownersFamilies with children

Pros

  • +Quieter pace
  • +Larger plots
  • +Well-known restaurants (Waldemars)

Cons

  • Further from the sea (bike/car needed)
  • Hilly

Climate in Playa Flamenca vs Stockholm

2800

Sunshine hours/year

50

Rainy days/year

28°C

July avg

25°C

Sea temp July

MonthPlaya FlamencaStockholmDifference
Jan14°C-2°C+16°C
Apr19°C5°C+14°C
Jul29°C18°C+11°C26°C
Okt22°C8°C+14°C

Property market in Playa Flamenca

Price trend (5 years)

+7.7%

Steadily increasing trend since 2020

Estimated Rental Yield

5.5%

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.

Studio / 1 room
80 000 €-110 000 €
Apartment 2 rooms
140 000 €-190 000 €
Apartment 3 rooms
190 000 €-280 000 €
Townhouse
220 000 €-350 000 €
Detached Villa
450 000 €-900 000 €

* Prices are estimated averages and may vary depending on location, condition and view.

The best of Playa Flamenca

Marknad

Stor lördagsmarknad

Zenia Blvd

Nära köpcentrum

Levande

Året runt-puls

Prisvärt

Bra instegspriser

Practical for Swedes

Travel from Sweden

Stockholm

SAS, Norwegian, Ryanair

Dagligen

Göteborg

Ryanair, Norwegian

3-4 ggr/vecka

Transfer to the area:

Airport bus to Torrevieja (€7) then taxi (€15). Direct taxi approx. €55-60. Many Swedes use a "parking service" at the airport for their own car.

Healthcare & Health

Swedish health centres are available. The University Hospital in Torrevieja is only 5 minutes by car.

Accepts EU health card

NIE number & Legal

Handled via the police in Orihuela Costa (at the town hall in Playa Flamenca).

SverigeSwedish services on-site

Scandinavian churchSwedish shops nearbySwedish community associations

Compare with nearby areas

AreaPrice/m²CharacterSuitable forRead more
Torrevieja2 600More urban, taller buildingsCity dwellers
La Zenia2 900More commercial, pricier beachfrontShoppers
Villamartín1 535More golf and greenery, further from the seaGolfers

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Tips for buying in Playa Flamenca

Områden norr om N-332 är ofta lugnare, södra sidan närmare strand och puls. Perfekt för förstagångsköpare.

Watch out for

"Those wanting total isolation – it is a popular and built-up area., Those seeking authentic, old Spanish architecture (most was built after 1990)., Party-goers wanting clubs open until 6am (Benidorm or Torrevieja harbour is better for that)."

Location

RegionCosta Blanca
ProvinceAlicante
Airport distance45 min

Common questions about Playa Flamenca

No, Playa Flamenca is relatively flat compared to areas further inland, making it cycle-friendly.

It is one of the largest markets on the coast. Here you can buy fresh fruit, vegetables, clothes and shoes at bargain prices. But watch out for traffic in the mornings!

Yes, actually. If you live centrally you can walk to the supermarket, beach and shopping centre. Bus connections to Torrevieja are also perfectly fine.

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Köp bostad i Playa Flamenca – Svensk mäklare Costa Blanca