This is a completed two-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment of 66 m² in the Molino Blanco urbanisation in La Zenia, on the southern Costa Blanca in the province of Alicante. The building dates from 1970 and the apartment is available from €169,900. The property sits in an urban setting with a supermarket 140 metres away, a pharmacy 69 metres away, and the nearest beaches roughly 600-800 metres away. Zenia Boulevard shopping centre is a short drive from the urbanisation. The apartment has air conditioning, a lift in the building, and street parking.
Within its immediate price bracket, this apartment competes directly with resale and new-build stock in Torrevieja and Orihuela Costa. Palangre Beach in Torrevieja starts at €160,000 and Edificio Sun & Center at €169,000, both marginally below or equal to this property's entry point, while Oasis Laguna 2 in El Raso starts at €227,000, reflecting the premium for newer construction. At €2,575 per square metre, the La Zenia property prices in below newer Costa Blanca South developments but above the cheapest Torrevieja resales, a differential largely explained by age and finish level. What distinguishes the location is the density of walkable amenities: a 140-metre supermarket distance, three coves within 820 metres and Zenia Boulevard on the doorstep. El Raso and much of Torrevieja's southern fringe are more car-dependent for daily shopping. The trade-off is urban character, La Zenia is built-up and busy in peak season, whereas inland zones like El Raso offer quieter surroundings at a higher new-build price. Compared with newer builds, buyers here gain location and entry price but take on 1970s construction, with implications for energy performance, maintenance reserves and possible renovation costs. For golf-oriented buyers, the position between three courses within 4.4 kilometres is competitive with Villamartín-based alternatives at higher price points. The province's median income of €15,750 per year indicates that this segment of the market is driven substantially by international buyers rather than domestic demand, which supports rental liquidity in the summer season but also concentrates competition among resale sellers in the same bracket.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
The apartment is located in La Zenia, a coastal district of Orihuela Costa in southern Alicante province. Everyday amenities are on foot: a supermarket at 140 metres and a pharmacy at 69 metres. Three beaches lie within 600-800 metres, and the apartment overlooks a park. Zenia Boulevard and the AP-7 motorway are a few minutes away by car.
The property functions as a compact two-bedroom home or holiday apartment for couples or small households. The 66 m² layout provides a living area, two bedrooms and one bathroom, with a balcony offering views over the adjacent park. Air conditioning and a building lift are present. There is no private parking space; parking is on the street.
This is not a new-build project. The building was completed in 1970 and the apartment is ready for immediate occupation. The construction is typical of its period; buyers should expect 1970s building standards rather than contemporary energy performance or finishes, and factor possible modernisation into their assessment.
The property offers no private parking, no private garden, no storage room and no communal pool is listed in the available data. There is a single bathroom, and the building has no recorded energy label. The 1970 construction date means original building fabric predates current insulation requirements. Buyers seeking new-build standards or on-site leisure facilities should note these constraints.
This property suits several recognisable situations. A buyer seeking a low-cost foothold on the southern Costa Blanca within walking distance of the sea will find the €169,900 entry price and 600-metre beach distance aligned with that goal. A couple wanting a compact, low-maintenance second home benefits from the single-level layout, lift access and the walkable amenity base, removing the need to run a car year-round. Buyers prioritising rental potential may note the location's draw: beach proximity, Zenia Boulevard nearby and a strong seasonal rental market in Orihuela Costa. The property is less suited to buyers who require two bathrooms, a private parking space, communal pools or modern energy performance, as none of these are present in the available data. Households planning full-time residence should also weigh the 10-kilometre distance to the nearest hospital and the district's summer crowding against the convenience of the winter quiet. As a renovation candidate, the 1970 construction may appeal to buyers willing to invest in modernisation in exchange for a central, park-facing position at a below-regional-average price per square metre. It is not a match for buyers seeking new-build warranties, contemporary insulation standards or on-site leisure facilities.
The building was completed in 1970, and the construction standards are those of that era rather than current regulations. What this means in practice: walls and insulation follow pre-NBE-79 thermal norms, single-glazed windows may be present depending on renovation history, and energy performance will generally be lower than post-2019 buildings, which must meet the CTE energy requirements. No energy certificate value is recorded in the available data. On the basis of the photographic material, the apartment shows a functional interior with a living area opening onto a balcony, a bedroom with a ceiling fan, and a bathroom with a bathtub. Air conditioning is listed as installed, which covers cooling; heating arrangements are not specified. The building has a lift, which is a practical feature for a 1970s block and not always standard for the period. Buyers should verify the electrical installation, plumbing and window glazing during a technical inspection, as these are the elements most commonly dated in properties of this age. Community fees, building maintenance history and any planned works on the façade or roof should also be confirmed with the community of owners, as these affect both monthly costs and future outlay. The finishes shown in the images are consistent with a property that has been maintained and partially updated rather than fully refurbished.
The apartment is listed from €169,900 for 66 m², which equates to approximately €2,575 per square metre. Within the immediate comparison set, Palangre Beach in Torrevieja starts at €160,000 and Edificio Sun & Center at €169,000, while Oasis Laguna 2 in El Raso starts at €227,000. The pricing therefore sits at the accessible end of the local range. The age of the building (1970) is a relevant factor in the price level compared with newer stock in the same area. Availability is immediate, as the property is completed and ready for occupation.
La Zenia is a built-up coastal district where daily life is organised around short walking distances. From the apartment, the supermarket is 140 metres away and the pharmacy 69 metres, meaning groceries and basic services require no car. The nearest beach, Playa Cala Bosque, is roughly 600 metres on a flat route with an average gradient of 2.6 per cent, so the coast is a ten to twelve minute walk. Two further coves, Cala Cerrada and Cala Estaca, lie slightly further along the shore. The apartment looks out over a park, which provides an open aspect and a buffer from street noise in an otherwise urban environment. The area is amenity-dense: within a two-kilometre radius there are 66 restaurants, 19 cafés, 8 banks and 5 pharmacies, reflecting the commercial weight of nearby Zenia Boulevard, one of the largest shopping centres in the province. Daily rhythm here is walkable rather than car-dependent, although a car extends access to the three golf courses within 3-4.4 kilometres and to hospitals, the nearest of which is 10 kilometres away. The district has a seasonal character common to Orihuela Costa: busy in July and August, quieter outside the summer months, though the year-round resident and expatriate population keeps a substantial share of businesses open through winter. Public transport covers the area with 8 lines and 50 stops, which is above average for a settlement of this size. For a household seeking a compact, low-maintenance base with the beach and shops on foot, the location supports that use pattern directly.
Living in La Zenia means an urban, amenity-dense environment with the coast on foot. The immediate radius contains 66 restaurants and 19 cafés within two kilometres, alongside 8 banks, 4 dentists and 5 pharmacies, so daily errands and dining options are extensive. Zenia Boulevard, one of the largest retail centres in the region, lies minutes away and functions as a commercial anchor for the district, including a supermarket, fashion retail and entertainment. The nearest hospital is 10 kilometres away, which requires a car or taxi; this is the main structural limitation of daily life here. Public transport is reasonably developed, with 8 bus lines and 50 stops recorded, and the flat terrain (average 2.6 per cent slope to the beach) makes cycling practical for local trips. EV drivers have an Ionity fast-charging hub 600 metres away, with Iberdrola and Eranovum points within two kilometres. Sports facilities include swimming pools at 1.8-2 kilometres and several fitness centres within 4 kilometres. The area's rhythm follows the tourist calendar: August is busy, January is quiet, and the substantial resident population keeps core services open year-round.
The map shows the apartment's position in La Zenia relative to the three nearby coves, Zenia Boulevard to the west, and the golf triangle of Villamartín, Las Ramblas and Campoamor slightly inland. Alicante-Elche airport is visible to the north-east at roughly 42 kilometres.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
La Zenia occupies a central position within Orihuela Costa, between Torrevieja to the north and the Campoamor and Mil Palmeras zones to the south. The district is one of the more commercialised parts of the coast due to Zenia Boulevard, giving it a retail weight that neighbouring beach districts lack. The AP-7 motorway and N-332 coastal road pass close by, placing both Alicante airport and the Mar Menor within an hour's drive. The position balances coastal access with inland golf valleys a few minutes inland.
Beaches: Playa Cala Bosque at roughly 600 metres, Playa Cala Cerrada at 660 metres and Playa Cala Estaca at 820 metres, all walkable on a flat route. Golf: three 18-hole courses within a short drive, Villamartín at 3.1 km, Las Ramblas de Orihuela at 4.1 km and Real Club de Golf Campoamor at 4.4 km. Towns: Torrevieja lies to the north and Orihuela Costa centres to the south; Orihuela town is roughly 20-25 minutes by car. Marinas: Puerto Deportivo Miguel Caballero at 3.3 km and Real Club Náutico at 6.9 km. Airports: Alicante-Elche (ALC) at approximately 42 km straight-line, roughly 45-50 minutes by road; Valencia (VLC) at 175 km; Málaga (AGP) at 361 km. Hospital: 10 km.
| Beach Distance | 0.7 km |
| Alicante-Elche (ALC) | 42 km |
| Valencia (VLC) | 175 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
The local climate is classified as semi-arid Mediterranean. Historical data show approximately 3,844 sunshine hours per year, an annual mean temperature of 18.9°C and a monthly range from roughly 10°C in the coolest months to 27°C in the warmest. The sea remains at or above 20°C for around six months of the year, defining a swimming season from late May to late October. The apartment sits at 22 metres above sea level on terrain with an average 2.6 per cent slope toward the beach, meaning no significant climbs on foot routes to the coast. Rainfall is concentrated in a small number of autumn events, with long dry spells through summer. For practical purposes, this translates into outdoor living for most of the year, high summer cooling needs, the installed air conditioning is relevant, and mild winters where heating demand is limited.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
The nearest shoreline consists of rocky coves rather than long sandy expanses: Playa Cala Bosque (600 m), Playa Cala Cerrada (660 m) and Playa Cala Estaca (820 m) are small, sheltered calas typical of the Orihuela Costa, generally suited to swimming and snorkelling. Water quality along this stretch is monitored under the Blue Flag programme, and several nearby beaches in Orihuela Costa hold the flag, though the status of each individual cove should be checked for the current season. Golf is the strongest recreational asset in the wider area: Villamartín, Las Ramblas and Campoamor form a triangle of courses within 3-4.4 kilometres. Additional facilities include public swimming pools at 1.8-2 km, fitness centres at 3.6-4.1 km and two marinas within 7 kilometres. Coastal walking paths connect the coves along the shore.
Source: OpenStreetMap
| Month | Avg. Temperature | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|
| January | 11.1°C | 39 mm |
| February | 11.8°C | 23 mm |
| March | 13.6°C | 28 mm |
| April | 15.8°C | 24 mm |
| May | 18.9°C | 19 mm |
| June | 22.6°C | 5 mm |
| July | 25.3°C | 1 mm |
| August | 26.0°C | 8 mm |
| September | 23.4°C | 40 mm |
| October | 19.6°C | 32 mm |
| November | 15.0°C | 44 mm |
| December | 12.1°C | 40 mm |
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Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
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