Buying in Dehesa de Campoamor: apartments and front-line villas

Buying in Dehesa de Campoamor raises an unusual decision for Orihuela Costa: the price range is so wide that the same budget can lead you to completely different property types depending on your priorities. Bennecke has been guiding buyers in this development since 1988, and this guide covers the two most in-demand options: the entry-level apartment and the front-line villa.

The apartment in Dehesa de Campoamor: the entry-level option

Apartment supply is limited but exists, mainly in buildings closest to the centre of the development. It's the usual choice for those wanting less upkeep without giving up the area's leafy surroundings.

• 2-bedroom apartments between €150,000 and €220,000, depending on floor and views.
• Communities with a shared pool and garden areas, maintenance included in the fee.
• Walking distance to the sea of 5 to 15 minutes depending on the building.
• Lower supply turnover than in apartment-heavy areas like La Zenia, which means moving fast when an opportunity appears.

The front-line villa: the premium option

At the other end, Dehesa de Campoamor offers seafront villas that compete in quality and price with the most exclusive areas of the Costa Blanca.

What to check before buying a front-line villa

Front-line villas in Dehesa de Campoamor are often decades old, making it essential to check certain technical aspects before signing.

1. Condition of the foundations and any potential seepage due to proximity to the sea, especially on ground floors.
2. Age of the electrical installation, since many villas from the 1980s and 1990s still have their original wiring.
3. Energy performance certificate, which in older constructions often reflects a need for insulation upgrades.
4. Possibility of renovation or extension under the planning regulations that apply to the specific plot.

The step-by-step buying process

Both for the apartment and the villa, the buying process follows the same legal steps, though the size of the transaction changes how you manage financing.

• Obtaining the NIE before signing any binding document.
• Reservation contract (contrato de arras) with a usual deposit of 10% of the purchase price.
• Checking the land registry extract (nota simple) to confirm ownership and the absence of charges.
• Signing at the notary and settling taxes (10% transfer tax in the Valencian Community for resale properties) within 30 days.
• For villas above €500,000, it's worth using a specialised gestor to review applicable taxation if the buyer isn't a Spanish tax resident.

Financing for foreign buyers

Spanish banks finance non-residents up to 60-70% of the appraised value, compared to the usual 80% for residents. This means that for an €800,000 front-line villa, a non-resident buyer should have at least €240,000-320,000 as a deposit, plus purchase costs.

Next step

If you're looking to buy in Dehesa de Campoamor, whether an entry-level apartment or a front-line villa, Bennecke has access to opportunities before they reach the major portals. Write to us at info@bennecke.com or call +34 965 714 362 to tell us exactly what you're after.