Ciudad Quesada is a partially hilly district in the province of Alicante on the Costa Blanca, 6km inland from the shores of the Mediterranean.
Ciudad Quesada is a small area, home to over 16,000 people. Just under half the population in Ciudad Quesada is Spanish, the rest is made up of expats from all over the world, but mostly northern Europe. The town itself its multi-cultural and diverse, with bars and restaurants offering all types of cuisine.
Weather in Ciudad Quesada is typically sunny, with average temperatures falling between 20-30°C. The beach is just a 10–15-minute drive away from the centre of town, which is normally quite lively with a good selection of shops and services.
If you prefer the peace and quiet, there are several smaller villages nearby with pleasant neighbourhoods for those looking to settle down. These include Los Montesinos, Rogales and Benijófar, which are all within walking distance of the small town.
Property in Ciudad Quesada is more affordable than other areas of coastal Spain. It’s a small town that isn’t typically touristy. The area has, however, been popular with expats from the UK and Scandinavia.
What’s unique about property in the area is that build height is limited to seven metres (two storeys) so high-rise apartments aren’t a thing in Ciudad Quesada. Locals like this as it adds to the sense of community without feeling all on top of each other.
One-bedroom apartments are available in Ciudad Quesada for as little as €40,000 and you can get one with two bedrooms for under €100,000. If you’re looking for property for sale in Ciudad Quesada more suited to a family, there are a wide selection of houses, bungalows, and townhouses available for under €200,000.
An added benefit of buying a property for sale in Ciudad Quesada is the option of two airports – Alicante or Murcia Airport in Corvera.