Köp bostad i Rojales – Svensk mäklare Costa Blanca
Rojales är en charmig inlandsstad mest känd för sina unika Cuevas del Rodeo – konstnärligt utsmyckade grotthus som blivit turistattraktion. Staden erbjuder genuint spanskt liv och prisvärt boende bara 20 minuter från stranden.
Quick facts Rojales
Population
16 500
2024
Source: INE
Foreign residents
65%
Source: Local Registry
Estimated Swedes
1 200
Stor koloni, blandat med britter och holländare
Distance to airport
35 min
Alicante (ALC)
Price per m²
1 950 €
Source: Idealista
Sunshine hours per year
3100
Average temperature
19.5°C
Average temperature
Lifestyle in Rojales
Autentiskt spanskt vardagsliv med marknadsdagar, lokala fester och avslappnat tempo. Internationell gemenskap växer men staden behåller sin karaktär.
Why Swedes love Rojales
- ✓Genuine Spain: Rojales town has kept its Spanish soul despite the large tourism in the municipality.
- ✓La Marquesa Golf: One of the coast's most popular courses is on the outskirts of the town.
- ✓The caves: Cuevas del Rodeo is a unique attraction where artists exhibit and live.
- ✓The price: Significantly cheaper than the coast but still only 10 minutes from Guardamar beach.
🤔Who is it NOT suitable for?
- •Beach enthusiasts (you need to take the car/bus 10 minutes to the sea).
- •Those wanting nightclubs and buzz (Rojales is quiet and traditional).
- •People wanting to live in newly built luxury complexes (Ciudad Quesada is better for that).
Districts in Rojales
Rojales Pueblo
Traditional & Historic
Pros
- +Authentic Spanish village feel
- +Beautiful bridge "Puente de Carlos III"
- +Plenty of amenities and markets
Cons
- −Older buildings (renovation needed)
- −No sea views
Cuevas del Rodeo
Artistic & Unique
Pros
- +Unique cave dwellings
- +Arts and crafts market every month
- +Stunning views over the valley
Cons
- −Unusual type of dwelling (damp can be an issue)
- −Steep terrain
Los Palacios
Residential Area
Pros
- +Close to main roads
- +Mixed housing
- +Near the golf course
Cons
- −Less charming than the old town
- −Busy traffic
Heredades
Rural & Quiet
Pros
- +Very affordable
- +Surrounded by farmland
- +Quiet and peaceful
Cons
- −Car dependent
- −Limited range of amenities
Climate in Rojales vs Stockholm
2800
Sunshine hours/year
50
Rainy days/year
28°C
July avg
25°C
Sea temp July
| Month | Rojales | Stockholm | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 12°C | -2°C | +14°C | |
| Apr | 19°C | 5°C | +14°C | |
| Jul | 28°C | 18°C | +10°C | 26°C |
| Okt | 22°C | 8°C | +14°C |
Property market in Rojales
Price trend (5 years)
+18%
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.
* Prices are estimated averages and may vary depending on location, condition and view.
The best of Rojales
Grotthus
Cuevas del Rodeo
Låga priser
Budgetvänligt
Marknad
Traditionell söndag
Läge
20 min till strand
Practical for Swedes
Travel from Sweden
SAS, Norwegian
Dagligen (ALC)
Ryanair, Norwegian
Flera i veckan
SAS, Norwegian
Dagligen
Transfer to the area:
Taxi approx. 40 min (~€50). Car hire recommended.
Healthcare & Health
Health centre in Rojales. Torrevieja hospital is 15 minutes away.
NIE number & Legal
Apply at the Policia Nacional in Elche or Torrevieja.
Swedish services on-site
Compare with nearby areas
💡Tips for buying in Rojales
Perfekt för stram budget utan att ge avkall på kvalitet. Kontrollera att fastigheten har alla papper i ordning – äldre hus kan ha problem. Grotthus är charm men ofta opraktiska.
Watch out for
"Beach enthusiasts (you need to take the car/bus 10 minutes to the sea)., Those wanting nightclubs and buzz (Rojales is quiet and traditional)., People wanting to live in newly built luxury complexes (Ciudad Quesada is better for that)."
Common questions about Rojales
No, Quesada is an urbanisation belonging to Rojales municipality, but Rojales is the old Spanish main town.
Yes, there are renovated cave dwellings for sale, which provide a naturally cool climate in summer.
About 7-8 km. It takes about 10 minutes by car to the beaches in Guardamar del Segura.
The Segura river flows through the town, but extensive flood defences have been built in recent years.
Properties in Rojales
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