A seaside town can be a holiday destination, and it can also be a place where people genuinely live. Torrevieja, in the southern part of the Costa Blanca, shows both faces at once.

Who lives here? According to the town’s official register of 12 May 2026, Torrevieja has 113,453 registered residents. More than 62,000 of them are foreign nationals, roughly every second resident. In total, 120 nationalities live here. That means you would not arrive as the only foreigner: it is perfectly normal in this town for people from many different countries to live side by side.

The sea. The town has several beaches. According to the town council, six Torrevieja beaches were awarded a Blue Flag in 2026: Cala Piteras, Los Náufragos, El Cura, Los Locos, Cabo Cervera and La Mata-Sur. Alongside them is Playa del Acequión: an urban beach of about 900 metres in length and roughly 25 metres in width, with golden sand and calm water, next to Torrevieja’s harbour. One important clarification: Acequión is not among the 2026 Blue Flag beaches, so we do not call it one.

The climate. According to the Torrevieja town council, the climate is mild Mediterranean, with mild winters and warm summers. The town’s tourism website says that winter temperatures generally range between 12 and 18 °C, while in summer they often rise above 30 °C, with the sea softening the heat. According to the council’s data page, the average annual temperature is 18 degrees, and there is little rainfall during the year.

What should you consider before deciding? Buying property abroad is a big decision, and there is no need to rush it. It is worth having a local lawyer review the contract and using a legal interpreter.

Next step. If the area interests you, take a look at property SH-1, or ask us: we will guide you through the process step by step.